The Lineshaft Conveyor is the most versatile and economical choice in material handling, suitable for light, medium, and heavy-duty applications. Unlike conventional conveyor systems, the Lineshaft requires fewer drives for complex configurations, making it cost-effective and efficient. One motor can power multiple ancillary modules through a system of couplings and universal joints, offering seamless adaptability for changing operational needs. Finished with a durable powder coating, this conveyor ensures longevity and consistent performance in demanding environments.

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Key Features & Benefits of the Lineshaft Conveyor

Modular Design: Provides reliability and ease of installation with highly configurable options. Simplifies maintenance and allows for varied layouts using standard components.
Integrated Transport and Accumulation: Flexible design supports smooth product handling, improving productivity and reducing bottlenecks.
Reduced Motor Requirements: Cuts down on installation, maintenance, and energy costs, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Ancillary Item Compatibility: Easily adaptable to integrate additional components as needed, making it both cost-effective and versatile.
Accumulation Capability: Ensures gentle accumulation to prevent product damage and accommodates future expansions with ancillary additions.
Quiet Operation: Low noise output contributes to a more comfortable working environment, ideal for large-scale facilities.
Heavy-Duty Drive Belts for Turns: Provides robust driving capacity, allowing smooth navigation through bends, merges, and mitres.

Where the Lineshaft Conveyor Excels

When to Choose Lineshaft

Ideal for mixed carton/tote handling, long runs with many ancillaries, and sites prioritising low noise and gentle accumulation at a competitive cost.

Options & Integrations

Add photo-eyes for accumulation, merges/diverters, pop-up transfers, side guides and stops—plus PLC/HMI control with SCADA/MES connectivity.

Typical Applications

Picking/packing lines, e-commerce fulfilment, infeed/outfeed to labelling/vision/strappers & wrappers, buffering before palletising in FMCG and pharma/medical (dry areas).

FAQs about the Lineshaft Conveyor

Everything you need to know about lineshaft conveyors , from loads and layouts to accumulation, noise, maintenance and when to choose an alternative.

What is a lineshaft conveyor and how does it work?

A single motor drives a rotating shaft; polyurethane bands connect the shaft to each roller. This powers multiple modules and enables gentle, low-pressure accumulation.

What products are best suited to a lineshaft conveyor?

Cartons, totes and trays with flat, rigid bases. Soft, irregular or unstable items typically run better on belt or modular belt conveyors.

Can a lineshaft conveyor do zero-pressure accumulation (ZPA)?

It provides low-pressure accumulation by design. For true ZPA (no touching between items), choose a 24V motor-driven roller (MDR) system or add controlled zones.

How heavy can the loads be?

Typically light to medium duty per carton. Exact capacity depends on width, roller pitch and speed — we size the system to your spec during design.

Are curves, merges and mitres possible?

Yes. Lineshaft systems handle bends, merges and mitres using heavy-duty corner belts and the right roller geometry for smooth product transfer.

How noisy are lineshaft conveyors?

Generally quieter than chain-driven alternatives. Typical installs run below ~70 dB(A), depending on load, speed and layout.

Is lineshaft suitable for washdown or wet environments?

No. For wet/washdown areas use stainless belt or modular belt conveyors with appropriate IP-rated components.

What are the maintenance requirements?

Routine checks of bands, rollers and tension; keep the line clean, inspect bearings, and verify safety/guards. Fewer drives mean fewer maintenance points.

How many modules can one motor drive?

It depends on loads, speed, accumulation zones and ancillaries. We calculate this during design to balance torque, efficiency and future expansion.

When should I consider an alternative to lineshaft?

For very heavy loads/pallets, choose pallet roller/chain conveyors; for precise ZPA, pick 24V MDR; for steep inclines/soft bases, use belt or modular belt systems.

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Lineshaft Conveyor (Light, Medium, Heavy Duty)

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