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Chain Conveyor Applications
Determine
which type overhead conveyor best suits your application using this chart, depending on maximum unit load, part spacing and chain pull
requirement.
Also scroll down to "cost comparison"
for specifications and relative equipment
costs.
Need further assistance? Feel free to give us a
call. We would be pleased to discuss your application.
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Type of Monorail
conveyor
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Tube Track |
R W - Type
Encl. Track |
Standard
Encl. Track |
X348
(3"
I-Beam) |
X458
(4" I-Beam) |
X678
(6" I-Beam)
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Quick
Reference Illustration |
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| Track
Size |
1-5/8"
Dia. |
2-1/8" W. 2-11/16" H.
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2-13/16"
W.
2-11/16"H.
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S3
x 5.7 |
S4
x 7.7 |
S6
x 12.5 |
| *Min.
Load Spacing (Nominal) |
6" |
6" |
8" |
6" |
8" |
12" |
| Unit
Load Rating |
30
Lbs. |
80
Lbs. |
125
Lbs. |
200
Lbs. |
400
Lbs. |
1200
Lbs. |
| **With
Optional Single/Double Load-Bars |
60
/ 120 Lbs. |
160
/ 320 Lbs. |
250 Lbs.
200 @ 30°
175 @45° |
400
Lbs. |
800
Lbs. |
2400
Lbs. |
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***Drive Chain Pull Rating
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600
Lbs. |
750
Lbs. |
750
Lbs. |
1800
Lbs. |
3950
Lbs. |
6000
Lbs. |
*The
minimum load spacing is also the nominal
chain pitch for each type system.
Loads may be spaced on any increment of
this chain pitch, depending on your
requirement and any additional clearance
needed for your product to maneuver the
selected turns and vertical curves.
Larger radius turns require less
clearance. |
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**Increase capacity by use of load-bars, but keep in
mind it is often less expensive to go to the
larger conveyor, unless they are spaced far apart. |
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***A quick idea on your drive pull requirement may be
determined by multiplying the total live load by .035 (monoplane systems only).
Elevation changes add
"lift pull" to your total. Lift pull is calculated by
multiplying the total elevation change of inclines only (no declines) by the product weight per foot of conveyor.
Note:
Should this method result in any more than half of the
rated system capacity, give us a call to consider your chain
pull more closely. Adequate drive pull capacity is an important factor in your
decision. Save by selecting the correct
drive arrangement up front, rather than making corrections later.
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Cost Comparison for Chain Conveyor Applications
See the following sample layout and budgetary price chart for relative costs of available
equipment. Actual cost may vary depending on the application and
customer discount.
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Layout - Overhead Paint Line Conveyor |
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Budgetary Price Chart |
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700'
Overhead Conveyor / Per Above Layout / 2'
Load Centers / 2' Radius Turns |
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Type
of conveyor
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Tube Track |
RW-Type
Encl. Track |
Standard
Encl. Track |
X348
(3"
I-Beam) |
X458
(4"
I-Beam) |
X678
(6"
I-Beam)
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Quick
Reference
Illustration |
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| *Budgetary
Cost (USD) |
$14,400
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$20,300 |
$20,200 |
$27,500 |
$35,000 |
$62,500 |
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Cost per Foot
(Total/700')
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$20.50 |
$29.00 |
$28.85 |
$39.30 |
$50.00 |
$89.30 |
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***Adder
Per Foot
(Straight)
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$14.50 |
$19.25 |
$20.20 |
$16.85 |
$23.05 |
$57.50 |
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* Includes required chain, trolleys, track,
turns, vertical
curves, attachments, drive, take-up and automatic lubricator for the above layout.
Price is reference only. Call now for discount price per your specific
needs.
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**Average
cost per foot is based on this example and
varies with changes in
system length due to certain
fixed costs such as curves,
drive, take-up &
lubricator.
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***Add
or subtract this cost per
foot from the above budget
price if your layout is
similar but longer or
shorter than the 700' system
example shown here.
This price per foot includes
parts needed for straight
runs only with attachments
on 2' centers.
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Additional overhead conveyor information
may be reviewed by clicking on the following links:
Contact Information
Please contact us for pricing and delivery.
Many items are available from stock. Most "made to order" items
are available within 1-2 weeks.
Tel: (812) 923-9814
Fax: (812) 923-9815
Email: sales@martingregoryconveyor.com
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