Conveyor systems for the food industry are required to meet specific requirements and standards to produce fresh and hygienic food products. They should be designed with sterile materials with the ability to use and release water from the conveyor system during the manufacturing process.
The design should flexible enough that it can be easily dismantled and assembled. The system should have the capability to safely move the products through the manufacturing line and produce as many quality finished products as possible. All these requirements can be met with inclined conveyors systems.
Features of Inclined Conveyor Systems
Inclined conveyor systems are ideal for the food processing industry as they can be customized to meet the needs of moving bulky and small products along the production line. Some of the well-known features are:
- The conveyor belts are designed using surfaces that resist the corrosion or decay from natural acids, grease, and oil.
- Trays, rollers, miniature carts, and side walls can be added to the design to segregate the products for processing and packaging.
- Straight and curved sections can be used to create an ergonomic design that will not inhibit the worker’s movement around the factory.
- Inclined conveyor system components are usually made from aluminum or stainless steel. These metals help to create a sterile environment for the products in the conveyance process.
Benefits of Inclined Conveyor Systems
- Resistance to Various Liquids: Whether one is using hot water during the manufacturing process or strong cleaning agents for sanitation, inclined conveyor systems are designed to work well with strong liquids and extreme temperatures.
- Flexible Design: A limited number of fasteners are used during the construction of the conveyor system. This helps to make maintenance extremely easy. A worker can disassemble a part of the system without the use of the tools and repair the concerned problem. Separate conveyor parts can be designed to be integrated to existing systems.
- Scope for Different Elevations: If a small production facility is using the conveyor system, the incline of the system can be raised to comfortably fit into the small space. Overhead conveyors can be designed to run through the factory between floors and even at various angles. The incline can also be designed to meet the storage area for faster packaging and storage.
- Customization for Specific Requirements: Inclined conveyors systems can be designed to meet certain requirements like skimming and filleting of meat products, as well as dough mixing and bread cutting.