In the world of manufacturing, warehousing, and material handling, there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all conveyor. The success of your operations depends on choosing the right conveyor for your specific task—a decision that can improve productivity, reduce downtime, and boost profitability.

At Material Flow, we specialize in matching businesses with conveyor solutions that meet their exact needs. Below, we’ll break down the major types of conveyors and guide you on when and why to use each one.

Belt Conveyors        Check out our Belt Conveyors!

• Slider Bed Belt: The most popular and cost-effective option. Great for light assembly and packaging lines.
  
  
• Box-Style Slider Bed: Offers better support—ideal for operators working alongside the belt.
  
  
• Trough Bed Belt: Cradles materials like scrap or chips. Great for recycling or woodworking.
  
  
• Roller Bed Belt (Medium to Heavy Duty): Supports heavier loads using rollers instead of flat beds—ideal for distribution centers and manufacturing plants.
  
  
• Incline Belt Conveyors: Move product up to mezzanines or platforms. Some have reversible flow for dual-direction movement.
  
  

Roller Conveyors         Explore our Belt Conveyors

• Light Duty Belt Driven Live Roller (BDLR): Excellent for side loading and temporary accumulation.
  
  
• Line Shaft Driven Roller: A single motor powers multiple sections, making it ideal for modular, cost-effective systems.
  
  
• Zero-Pressure Accumulators: Motorized rollers enable packages to stop and go without contact—ideal for automation.
  
  
• Variable Pressure Accumulators: Reduces backpressure while accumulating up to 125 lbs/ft.
  
  

Chain Driven Systems       View Chain Driven Roller Conveyors

• Medium Duty CDLR: For items like bins, castings, or drums.
  
  
• Heavy Duty CDLR: Reinforced for extreme conditions—think foundries or metal shops.
  
  

Specialty Conveyors      Specialty Conveyors at Material Flow

• Slat Conveyors: For irregularly shaped or unstable products, such as appliances.
  
  
• Wire Mesh Belt: Works well in hot or wet environments, such as ovens or spray booths.
  
  
• Parts Conveyor with Feeder: Collects small items from under machinery and transports them to bins.
  
  
• Plastic Belt Roller Top: Offers 90° transfers and product rotation.
  
  
• Turntables (Powered): Ideal for rotating product displays in tight spaces.
  
  
• Vertical Conveyors: Move goods between floors with speeds up to 120 FPM.
  
  

Flexible & Gravity Conveyors

Flexible Conveyors Available

Durable Gravity Conveyors

• Used in shipping, receiving, and temporary lines.
  
  
• Come in skatewheel or roller types, with powered options available.
  
  

Wrap-Up

Ready to Choose the Right Conveyor?

With so many conveyor types available, making the right choice can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Each system is designed with a specific purpose, and the best starting point is understanding your product, space, and throughput requirements.

Let Material Flow simplify the process. From expert selection to seamless installation, we’ll help you find the perfect fit for your operation.

Call us or email sales@materialflow.com to get started today.

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