Chip conveyors are available in various designs and can maximize the performance of machining centres. Depending upon the number of conveyors used, the type and amount of chips being conveyed, and the work area layout, chip conveyor solutions are available in belt, scraper, and magnetic styles to suit the customer’s requirements.
All chip conveyors at Quality Machine protection offer zero interruption of production for manual chip removal. The conveyors reduce heat build-up in the machine bed due to accumulation of hot chips and also reduce accidents in the cutting area.
Great features of a chip conveyor:
- Chip conveyors equipped with a slip clutch safety mechanism, protect the conveyor from damage in the event that an over accumulation of particles or a foreign object blocks the proper movement of the conveyor belt.
- A heavy-duty direct drive motor powers chip conveyors. All motors used on conveyors are equipped with overload protection.
- To facilitate access to the internal areas of the chip conveyors, a removable cover plate is incorporated into the conveyor design. Removal of the plate is easy, and maintenance to the cover’s interior can be conducted with minimal effort.
- Chip conveyors are outfitted with an adjustable takeup mechanism. When required, conveyor belt tension can be easily adjusted without disassembling the conveyor.
- Heavy-duty casters can be affixed to some chip conveyors, a helpful feature in
environments where conveyors need to be moved or slid into a machine base.
- Depending on the customer’s particular needs, virtually any type of electrical control box can be wired to control the conveyor’s operation.
- Extra heavy-duty internal chain guides withstand the rigors of constant use and ensure nearly maintenance-free operation. This feature enables chip conveyors to work longer and harder, greatly reducing maintenance downtime.
- Hinge plates and side plates on chip conveyors are made from heavy-duty steel. These are the heaviest, most durable steels being used in the industry.