Chain Conveyors
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Built for Heavy, Demanding Loads
Chain conveyors, also called drag chain conveyors, use multiple strands of chain to move pallets and other heavy unit loads. The load rides directly on the chains, making these systems well suited for applications where roller conveyor isn’t the best fit.
Chain conveyors can operate independently or integrate with CDLR, transfers, turntables, and other pallet handling equipment as part of a complete automated system.
Common Applications for Chain Conveyors
Pallet Handling
Move loaded pallets between production, storage, staging and shipping.
Heavy & Awkward Loads
Transport heavy unit loads that aren’t well suited for traditional roller conveyor.
Transfer & Direction Changes
Use chain conveyor within transfers and intersecting conveyor layouts to move loads between conveyor sections.
Equipment Integration
Connect chain conveyors with palletizers, stretch wrappers, AS/RS and other automated equipment.
Complete Pallet Handling Solutions
RMH Systems integrates conveyors with other automated equipment to keep pallets moving from production through storage and shipping.
Turntable Conveyors
Rotate and redirect palletized loads when conveyor direction or load orientation needs to change.
Customizing Your Chain Conveyor System
Load type, weight, pallet construction, throughput and facility layout all influence how a chain conveyor system should be designed. We evaluate how your loads need to move and interact with surrounding equipment before recommending a solution.
Chain conveyor systems can be configured for straight runs, transfers, changes in direction and integration with upstream or downstream equipment. Chain spacing, conveyor dimensions, drive requirements and controls are selected around the load and application.
Other key considerations include:
✓ Load Type & Weight
✓ Pallet Construction
✓ Load Orientation
✓ Throughput Requirements
✓ Transfer Points
✓ Equipment Integration
