Industrial Drive Systems for Conveyor Applications

Industrial Drive Systems for Conveyor Applications

In high-volume conveyor environments,the reliability of your drive system directly impacts throughput, uptime, and sortation accuracy. A single misaligned or underpowered component can impact an entire production line, making the right drive selection critical from the start.

One wrong component. One stalled production line.

The power behind conveyors is a key aspect that will ultimately guide production in the most efficient way possible. Demag's drive solutions provide the most innovative technology to support production needs.

💡 Key Takeaway

Drive system performance is non-negotiable in conveyor applications. Demag's integrated components are engineered to deliver seamless, continuous movement — across every stop, start, and sort.

Products That Provide Quality Results

Demag offers an extensive array of motors, gear motors, and wheel systems that excel in conveyor environments. Each part works hand in hand with one another, producing a complete system that will create continual, seamless movements.

Product

Use Case Examples

Key Feature

Z Cylindrical-Rotor Motors 

Continuous material handling

Optimized for uninterrupted travel

KB Conical-Rotor Brake Motors 

Direct line travel applications

Simple, robust line-fed integration

Offset Gear Motors 

Sorting environments

Reliable mechanical braking

Inline Gear Motors 

Unified belt travel

Maximum flexibility across facility

FG Microspeed Units 

Harsh/high-temp environments

Resilient against heat & vibration

LRS Travel Wheel Systems 

Heavy-load transport (to 14,300 lbs / 6,500 kg)

Modular, environment-adaptable design

Check out our complete modular drive system product list here.

How Demag’s Integrated Drive Components Power Conveyors

Our custom integrated drive components go beyond controlling a conveyor turning on and off — they handle the necessary metered sorting. This ensures items on a conveyor are spaced out evenly, reduces any overlaps, and can work alongside other machines, such as:

  • Scanners
  • Robotic arms
  • Diverters
  • And more

Together, these capabilities play a critical role in a facility's broader logistics network. By moving materials in specific start and stop motions, assemblies can operate smoothly — this is critical in a variety of environments, including:

  • Packaging and shipping warehouses
  • Postal operations
  • Multi-line sortation applications

If a conveyor belt’s movement is slightly off, the rest of the production environment may not be able to adjust, causing a slowed down process. With Demag's industrial automation solutions, your complete drive system can be designed to have precise movement at every stage of the conveyor process.

Unparalleled Advantages

Utilizing a custom drives system will enhance overall operations through distinct elements:

  • All-in-One Solution — Demag's complete driven wheel solution integrates the motor, gearbox, and wheel block so they can operate as one complete travel unit. Engineered to function together, avoiding any mismatch issues and providing ease of assembly.
  • Extreme Precision — Exact positioning and precise movement are key components when developing our innovative drive solutions.
  • Custom Innovations — To help reach your specific needs, Demag offers custom conveyor flow solutions. By discussing your exact needs, we can understand your specific requirements and deliver a specialized, high-quality product.
  • Lasting Technology — Our integrated drive components are built to last against tough environments, ensuring your investment has an extended lifetime.

Systems built to last.

These key advantages combined will provide reliable and efficient processes — reducing the possibility of downtime or mistakes, and leading to optimized conveyor functionalities.

The Value of Demag Drives Partners

When determining the best solution for your conveyor processes, the experts at Demag can help advise on the best products to meet rigorous standards. Demag Drives products are available through trusted partners with experience supporting a wide range of conveyor applications.

Increase Your Conveyor Performance Today

Contact Demag's application engineers today to discuss your conveyor requirements and find integrated drive solutions built for your environment.