Friction Drive Conveyor

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The Jervis B. Webb Company specializes in custom designing, manufacturing, and installing friction drive conveyor systems. These systems are known for being clean, quiet, and cost-effective, offering a modern alternative to traditional chain conveyors.

Specifications and Features
The friction drive conveyor system utilizes a drive wheel that contacts a load bar to move carriers, eliminating the need for chains. This design results in a system that is more flexible, easier to maintain, and capable of handling inclines and declines. Key features include:

Maximum speed of 240 feet per minute.
Load capacity up to 2500 lbs for heavy-duty conveyors.
Urethane load wheels to reduce noise and allow for minor track misalignments.
Modular construction for easier installation and cost-effectiveness.

Benefits
The friction drive conveyor system offers several advantages over traditional systems:

Lower maintenance due to fewer and easier-to-replace parts.
Quieter operation by eliminating chain noise.
Cleaner as it does not require chain lubrication.
Energy-efficient by eliminating continuous moving chains.
Increased flexibility with easily reconfigurable paths.

Applications and Industries
Friction drive conveyors are versatile and can be used in various industries, including automotive, electronics, aerospace, and general manufacturing. They are suitable for moving a wide range of products, from car bodies to small appliances, and can be integrated with other conveyor systems to handle harsh environments.

Conclusion
The Jervis B. Webb Company's friction drive conveyor systems provide a modern, efficient, and adaptable solution for material handling needs, offering significant improvements over traditional chain and skid conveyors.

Catalog excerpts

The Jervis B. Webb Company can custom design, manufacture and install complete friction drive conveyor systems to suit your needs. Friction Drive Conveyor System Clean, Quiet and Cost-Effective Conveyors 34375 W. Twelve Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48331 248-553-1220 phone 248-553-1228 fax [email protected] www.jervisbwebb.com NOTICE: The information, data and specications in this brochure are subject to change without notice and should not be used for construction purposes. Jervis B. Webb Company does not represent or warrant that selection of components or accessories set forth in this brochure will necessarily result in proper installation, operation and/or maintenance of such equipment or system, and Webb disclaims responsibility for any and all damages and injuries resulting from selection, design, installation, operation or maintenance performed by non-Webb personnel. © 2010 Jervis B. Webb Company Bulletin #9277 041610

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Incline – ability to travel up inclines Cost-Effective, Low-Maintenance Conveyor Friction Drive Conveyor System Since 1919, Jervis B. Webb Company has been at the forefront of the material handling industry. Our founder, Jervis B. Webb, revolutionized mass production when he adapted the rivetless chain conveyor for the automotive industry. Today, we continue to lead the industry in developing cutting-edge conveyor systems, including our friction drive conveyor. Unlike traditional conveyors that use chains, the friction conveyor utilizes a drive wheel that comes in contact with a load bar to move...

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Decline – ability to travel down declines Carrier – load capacity up to 2500 lbs. Alternative for Chain and Skid Conveyors Friction drive conveyor is an ideal alternative for overhead and inverted power & free conveyors. By using track switches and drives that act like stops, the friction conveyor can operate like a traditional power & free conveyor but is cleaner, quieter and lower maintenance. Similarly, by incorporating turntables, horizontal shuttles and vertical drop/lifts in the system, friction conveyor can operate like a traditional skid conveyor. Benets Urethane Load Wheels – reduce...

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Endless Applications When You Can’t Afford To Stop Moving 24/7 Technology Friction drive conveyor systems convert the traction output of the conveyor’s motors into thrust force to move carriers throughout the system. The new technology eliminates the need for chains, instead utilizing motors with a drive wheel that comes in contact with a load bar to drive the carrier. With friction conveyors, each carrier uses a drive. To reduce the number of friction drives, multiple carriers can be latched together like a train requiring just one drive for the train. Friction drive conveyors can be used in...

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