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The mk Technology Group is a leading supplier of profile and conveyor technology. The mk construction kit is based on an aluminium profile system that makes it modular and scalable. Our conveyor technology includes belt conveyors, timing belt conveyors, modular belt conveyors, chain conveyors and roller conveyors in numerous designs as well as pallet systems for the reliable interlinking of assembly and production processes. Our linear technology complements the portfolio with functions for precise linear movements and handling applications. mk also uses the modular construction kit to develop...

Selecting the Conveyor Type 10 Modular Belt Conveyors 84 Timing Belt Conveyors 112 Additional Equipment for Chain Conveyors 180 Flat Top Chain Conveyors 182 Versaflex Flat Top Chains 194

Versaflex pallet system 292 Examples from Practice 316 Modular Belt Conveyors 344 Timing Belt Conveyors 358 Flat Top Chain Conveyors 378

right conveyor. With conveyor technology from mk, almost all requirements for the transport and handling of piece goods can be realised – from individual conveyors to pallet systems. Different conveyor types and configurations enable precise adaptation to the specific goods to be transported, the process flow and the environment. Based on our own aluminium profile system, our conveyors are characterised by high material quality and a wide range of equipment variants and customisation options. Our portfolio includes belt conveyors, timing belt conveyors, modular belt conveyors, chain conveyors,...

Benefits of mk Conveyor Technology ■ Always the right conveyor for your specific goods, environment and process ■ High process reliability thanks to robust and proven technology from the mk construction kit ■ Design expertise for optimally designed conveyors and pallet systems ■ Expandable modular system with linear technology, rotary tables, guarding and accessories ■ Quick project planning under your control with the QuickDesigner online configurator ■ Comprehensive after-sales service including commissioning, maintenance and technical support

Operating Conditions Standard operating conditions Our conveyor systems are always designed for use under production conditions in indoor industrial areas. Due to their design, some systems are also suitable for higher ambient temperatures and for conveying hot, abrasive or oily products. We will be happy to advise you on selecting the right conveyor system. Climatic conditions The permissible ambient temperatures are +10° C to +60° C and a relative humidity of 30% to 60%, in each case without condensation or droplet formation. A clean production environment is also a prerequisite. Chemical influences...

Special operating conditions Special operating conditions place special demands on materials, components and design. mk offers conveyors and conveying media adapted to these applications. ESD ESD stands for electrostatic discharge. To avoid electrostatic phenomena, specific ESD requirements must be met to protect sensitive products such as electronic components. mk offers conveyors in conductive designs and with earthing concepts. Cleanroom & technical cleanliness Conveyors that are used in processes with technical cleanliness requirements or in cleanrooms are designed for the specific application...

Belt Conveyors •+ Page 18 For transporting bulk and piece goods without specific requirements regarding the product's position, orientation or the product geometry Compact design makes it ideal for integrating into existing and complex systems Reliable product transfer with a knife edge, even for small products Large selection of belts, suitable for the goods being transported and the task, e.g. with product accumulation, FDA compliant, antistatic, etc. 10 Information on Conveyor Technology

Chain Conveyors -^ Page 136 As double-line systems, ideal for transporting pallets or products with a rigid structure under heavy loads in accumulated operation Sturdy in accumulated operation and temperature resistant Suitable for dirty and oily environments Suitable pallets, stoppers, positioning units and rotating units are available as part of the Versamove pallet system. Widths [mm] Lengths [mm] Total load [kg] Speed [m/min] Incline Curve Flat Top Chain Conveyors -» Page 182 Versaflex, for transporting bottles, cans, small cardboard boxes or similar on complex routes Convey products in three-dimensional...

Selecting the Drive Head drive The head drive is located on the discharge end of the conveyor as standard and pulls the transport medium. If you have location restrictions, you can also install the drive on the infeed end to push the transport medium. In this case, belts require a higher pre-tension to prevent the belt from kinking. AC - Indirect head drive With power transmission via chain or timing belt, the indirect drive enables a wide range of motor, gearbox and sprocket wheel combinations as well as fine speed gradation. AS | AU - Indirect head drive, laterally on the outside The indirect...

Internal drive Internal drives with a drum motor produce few obstructing edges, making them particularly popular for applications with limited installation space. They are also popular in clean environments, since they feature low particle emissions and have few surfaces on which dirt can deposit. CA | CB - Internal drive with drum motor The maintenance-free and compact drive version with drum motor has minimised obstructing edges and low particle emissions, making it particularly suitable for tight installation conditions and clean environments. The drive versions are shown on the belt conveyor...

Operational modes The configuration of the drive and the motor selection depend on the operational mode. In continuous operation, the conveyor and the products run without interruption. The goods to be conveyed are fed onto the running conveyor. In on/off operation, the conveyor is switched on and off up to four times per minute as required, e.g. to feed in parts or for manual removal. Cycle operation usually takes place in fixed, repeating cycles. For operation with over 30 cycles per minute, servo drives are usually required. More than 60 cycles per minute are possible on request. The required...