Abstract: A modular roller conveyor system is disclosed having a first and second pair of elongated vertical supports. The first pair of vertical supports are adjustably secured together so that the first pair of supports are spaced apart and parallel to each other at a user selected spacing between the first pair of vertical supports. Similarly, the second pair of vertical supports are also adjustably secured together so that the second pair of vertical supports are spaced apart and parallel to each other at the same user selected spacing. A first elongated rail is then secured to the upper end of one of the first pair of vertical supports and to the upper end of one of the second pair of vertical supports. A second rail is then secured to the upper end of the other of both the first and second pair of vertical supports so that the rails are spaced apart and parallel to each other.

Abstract: An elevated enclosure system, particularly for an elevated conveyor in a bulk material processing plant, comprises a tubular concrete enclosure (1) spanning upright supports (3) and acting as a beam.

Abstract: The invention relates to a conveying apparatus, in particular overhead conveying apparatus, for transporting conveyable articles along at least one conveying route (2). The conveying apparatus comprises a carrying-profile arrangement (4) which extends along the conveying route and has a running-rail arrangement (6) for guiding conveyable-article carriers (8). It is proposed that at least one running rail (6) of the running-rail arrangement be designed as a running-rail component which is separate from the carrying-profile arrangement (4) and is mounted in a floating manner on the carrying-profile arrangement such that, at least in certain areas, it can compensate for a change in length by moving relative to the carrying-profile arrangement.

Abstract: A clamping assembly for mounting an apparatus on a side rail of a conveyor has one or a pair of parallelepiped shaped blocks, each having a tenon extending outwardly from one planar side thereof. The tenon has a shape similar to one-half of a dovetail shaped groove, one or two such grooves are formed in one of the side rails of a conveyor. A pair of fasteners clamp each of the blocks against the outer surface of the side rail with the tenons thereof extending into a respective dovetail groove and engaging one-half of the groove. The outer width of the tenon is less then the entrance opening of the dovetail groove enabling the tenon to be placed directly into the groove without being slid inwardly from an end opening.

Abstract: A conveyor construction including a conveyor frame formed from a pair of side frame members interconnected with each other by at least one bed plate. Each side frame member includes a slot-type engagement structure that extends throughout the entire length of the side frame member. The slot-type engagement structure is capable of receiving threaded fasteners such that the bed plate can be selectively positioned along the length of the side frame members. The rotatable spindles mounted to movable head plates at each end of the conveyor frame are secured to internal bearings by an endwise engagement structure.

Abstract: A modular roller conveyor system is disclosed having a first and second pair of elongated vertical supports. The first pair of vertical supports are adjustably secured together so that the first pair of supports are spaced apart and parallel to each other at a user selected spacing between the first pair of vertical supports. Similarly, the second pair of vertical supports are also adjustably secured together so that the second pair of vertical supports are spaced apart and parallel to each other at the same user selected spacing. A first elongated rail is then secured to the upper end of one of the first pair of vertical supports and to the upper end of one of the second pair of vertical supports. A second rail is then secured to the upper end of the other of both the first and second pair of vertical supports so that the rails are spaced apart and parallel to each other.

Abstract: A support structure for the return section of at least one conveyor, comprising including serpentine slat elements, support members for supporting said serpentine elements, and transverse members to which the support members are coupled, each slat element (1) being supported independently of the others by its own independent support members (2, 3); the support members (2, 3) comprise, on their lower edge, means (5, 5A) for their snap-coupling to the transverse members (6); the snap-coupling means being formed in such a manner as to enable the support members to be coupled by pressing them onto the transverse members downwards from above.

Abstract: A clamp for locking at least one pin (12) or the like, for use in conveyor belts or conveying devices in general, comprising a body (1) provided with coaxial apertures (5) and housing, slidable but unable to rotate, a spring-loaded (7) movable member (9) which is provided with a through hole (10) to be aligned with said apertures (5) for the passage of said pin (12) and connected axially to a control knob (11), in which the body (1) presents a portion (2) of rectilinear axis (X) and a connection portion (3) terminating with an at least approximately flat face (4) which forms with said rectilinear axis (X) an angle (a) less than 90°, the common axis (6) of said coaxial apertures (5) being substantially perpendicular to the plane in which said face (4) lies.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a support railing (1) for a curved conveyor path. The support railing (1) is of the type which follows the radius of the curved conveyor path. The support railing (1) is secured in brackets (7), with at least one bracket (7) in each end of the support railing (1). The support railing (1) further displays a flexible intermediate section (2) with fixed end pieces (3) in each end of the intermediate section (2). The flexible intermediate section (2) with its fixed end pieces (3) is telescopically secured in the brackets (7).

Abstract: The invention disclosed consists of a modular conveyor formed by a number of removably attachable conveyor sections, which form an elongated, endless conveyor. Each section contains a frame, a guide roller, and a plurality of legs. A drive roller is attached adjacent to the conveyor section located at one end of the elongated endless conveyor and an end roller is attached adjacent to the conveyor section at the opposite end of the elongated endless conveyor. An endless conveyor belt is mounted over the frames, the drive roller, and the end roller. The endless conveyor belt is further supported by the guide rollers. A drive motor is connected to the drive roller to provide motive power to drive the conveyor belt.

Abstract: A modular conveyor beam assembly is disclosed using readily removable stock components comprising a conveyor beam having an upper surface; a plurality of brackets mounted on the upper surface; a wearstrip mounted to the plurality of brackets; an endless chain having a conveying portion and a return portion, the conveying portion supported by the wearstrip; a plurality of support segments to receive the return portion of the endless chain; and an apex formed in the upper surface of the conveyor beam to drain the conveyor beam after washing. In a preferred embodiment, the modular conveyor beam assembly further comprises a first member contained in at least one bracket for mounting a guide rail section and a first mount element wherein a position of the guide rail section is adjustable, and wherein the support segments join substantially flat, planar side surfaces of the conveyor beam and are freely removable.

Abstract: The present invention includes a parts feeder system capable of being used in either a first mode without an auxiliary hopper or in a second mode with and auxiliary hopper. The parts feeder system includes an enclosure having an opening therein. In the first or manual-feed mode, the parts feeder system is replenished my manual filling thereof, and in the second or auxiliary hopper-feed mode the opening in the enclosure accommodates an auxiliary hopper. When the auxiliary hopper is used, the dispensing chute of the auxiliary hopper is positioned over the supply of the parts feeder. Additionally, the enclosure of the parts feeder system is configured with grooves so that it can be secured by a minimal number of fixation elements and can therefore be easily attached and removed.

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed for feeding product carriers through a system including a first rail along which the product carriers can move, branches associated with the first rail so that the product carriers can be supplied to and removed from the first rail along the branches, an endless belt for moving the product carriers along the first rail, and a second rail disposed above the first rail, the endless belt including downwardly extending sides and being suspended from the second rail whereby the downwardly extending sides of the endless belt are accessible for driving of the endless belt thereby.

Abstract: A conveyor truss module for constructing conveyor support spans includes a substantially rectangular base assembly and a single-pin top chord joint. The conveyor truss module also includes a plurality of lacing struts coupled to the single-pin top chord joint and the corners of the base assembly.

Abstract: A conveyor system comprises a pulley provided with a bearing. The bearing includes an outer bearing race with an outer surface. The conveyor system further comprises a frame with a side plate having a top end defining a first cut-out. At least a portion of the outer surface of the outer bearing race is engaged with the first cut-out. The side plate also defines a second cut-out providing an opening into the first cut-out. The second cut-out facilitates insertion of the bearing into the first cut-out.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a conveyor frame assembly that does not require the use of conventional fasteners and/or welded joints in order to be assembled. The frame assembly includes a base having a slot and a support having a tab extending through the slot. The tab is plastically deformed toward the base in order to couple the support to the base. The invention also relates to a method of assembling a conveyor frame. The method includes inserting a tab on a support into a slot on a base and then coupling the support to the base by plastically deforming the tab toward the base. The invention also relates to a tool for assembling a conveyor frame that includes a base and a support. The tool includes a head that is adapted to be inserted into a slot in the base after a tab on the support has been inserted into the slot. The base and the support are coupled together by impacting the tool further through the slot until an angled surface on the tool plastically deforms the tab toward the base.