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Conveyor systems for the automotive industry

Specialized conveyor systems to streamline automotive production.

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Boost automotive manufacturing and logistics with state-of-the-art conveyors. Each conveyor is meticulously engineered to the highest quality standards.

Engineered and manufactured in the USA for quality and fast turnaround.

Fully customizable in size, layout, belt, chain, drive, power, features, and more.

Engineered and manufactured in the USA for quality and fast turnaround.

How our conveyors help the automotive industry

Manufacturing Excellence

In auto manufacturing, optimized material flow is crucial. Our conveyor systems accelerate the assembly process and minimize errors. Roller chain and belt conveyors smoothly transport parts between workstations on the production line. This optimizes workflow and prevents backups. Conveyors can handle small clips or massive vehicle bodies with equal efficacy. Custom guides and supports allow the safe transport of fragile components like glass or delicate wire harnesses. When integrated with AGVs, our conveyors enable flexible just-in-time delivery of parts to point-of-use. This lean manufacturing integration reduces in-process inventory costs.

Sustainable Recycling

In automotive recycling facilities, heavy-duty D4 Caterpillar track conveyors feed entire end-of-life vehicles into shredders. The shredded material drops onto inclined roller chain conveyors for transport to sorting systems. Powerful electromagnetic drums separate ferrous metals, while eddy current separators recover non-ferrous aluminum and copper. Additional conveyors remove rubber, glass, and plastic fractions.

Whether you are producing new vehicles or sustainably recovering resources from old ones, Fluent Conveyors has a conveyor solution for you. Our engineering experts will custom-design a system optimized for your unique manufacturing or recycling needs. With rugged welded steel construction and easy maintenance access, our conveyors deliver maximum uptime and reliability for the long haul.

Our automotive industry solutions

Fluent Conveyors makes the following types of conveyors to serve automotive companies.

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Automotive industry conveyor specifications

We engineer and build recycling conveyor systems to your exact needs. Here are some general specs and options; click through to an individual conveyor page to learn more.

Flat idler specs

MSW recycling
Speed
up to 600 FPM center drive; 1000 FPM end drive
Pulleys
wing, bent, snub, take-up, and drive pulley options
Belts
PVC, rubber, urethane
Idler diameters
5" and 6"
Loading
10-15 PSF on returns; 40-120 PSF on troughed sections
Control
PLCs, HMIs, and custom control panels
Belt widths
18" to 72"

Trough idler specs

MSW recycling
Frame material
ASTM A-36 steel framing
Tubing
3/16" wall rectangular tubing
Sides
1/4" formed pan steel plate
Hardware
Grade 8
Finish
Sandblasting and industrial grade powder coating, choice of color
Widths
Standard 48" to 120", custom available
Lengths
Standard 10 to 30 ft, custom available
Incline
25-35 degrees standard, 60° tumble-back available
Drive shafts
Precision machined cold rolled steel
Safety features
Guarding, e-stops, dead man plates
Bearings
Heavy-duty B-type sealed
Controls
VFDs, PLC integration, remote options

Roller chain specs

MSW recycling
Capacities
9,000 to 25,000 lbs chain pull
Belt widths
18" to 96"
Roller chain belt options
rubber, PVC, steel hinged, apron pan, z-pan
Inclines
up to 35 degrees
Drives
5HP to 25HP, shaft mounted
Safety
guarding, e-stops, pull cords
Control
PLCs, HMIs, custom control systems
Chain pitch
4", 6", 9" pitch. 12" pitch for select belts.
Rollers
3", 4", 5" diameters
Speed
variable up to 200 ft/min

Our conveyor manufacturing process

Our conveyors are designed and manufactured in the USA to CEMA standards.

Goodyear, Flexco belt options are resistant to rips, tears, and impacts.

Baldor, Leeson, Toshiba TEFC motors selected for 24/7 operation.

All systems are fabricated by certified welders for structural integrity.

Formed using heavy-duty steel plate, rectangular tubing, and structural channel.

Precision components such as cold-rolled steel shafts and flame-hardened sprockets.

Premium bearings sized for L10 life ratings, made in the USA.

Painted with industrial-grade powder coating for durability.

All hardware is grade 8 for maximum strength.

Extensively tested and inspected prior to shipment.

3/16" and 1/4" thick structural steel frames to prevent flexing.

25-35 pound rail track to withstand heavy loads.

Designed for simple maintenance access and component serviceability.

Dodge, Nord, and SEW drives matched to application torque.

ASTM A36 steel for fabrication per structural code.

Our conveyors deliver exceptional durability, strength, and longevity, year after year.

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Industrial background

Automotive industry facts

The automotive industry relies on complex logistics to manage the flow of parts to assembly plants worldwide. It produces passenger vehicles, light and heavy trucks, buses, RVs, motorcycles, and auto parts.

In 2021, global car sales rebounded to over 80 million units after a pandemic-related dip in 2020. However, microchip shortages continue to constrain production.

The auto industry is transitioning to electric vehicles, smart mobility technology, and autonomous driving capabilities. EV sales reached 6.6 million units globally in 2021.

Motor vehicles account for nearly one-fifth of U.S. oil consumption. The shift to EVs provides environmental benefits but also disrupts the supply chain.

The motor vehicle manufacturing subsector directly employs over 907,000 U.S. workers. The dealership network employs over 1.5 million.

The auto industry contributes 3-3.5% of the total GDP in the U.S. and EU. It stimulates employment across related sectors like materials, logistics, and insurance.

Auto manufacturing drives innovation in lightweight materials, battery technology, sensing, software, and more. These advancements benefit other industries.

Globally, one in seven jobs is in the automotive sector. Vehicle sales and manufacturing are vital to many regional economies.

Cars, trucks, armored vehicles, aircraft carriers, and other defense equipment rely on the auto industry.

Motor vehicles facilitate the movement of people and goods, enabling economic activity and mobility.

Autos remain essential for emergency response, law enforcement, and critical service delivery.

MSW recycling conveyor system
Conveyor systems can enhance productivity, manage seasonal harvests efficiently, and maintain high standards of safety and quality.

Completed projects

Here are some of the many conveyor projects we’ve done for some amazing customers across the US.

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We build our conveyors to handle the most extreme applications, including scrap, recycling, waste, and other harsh environments.

  • Robust structural steel construction with precision tolerances for heavy loads
  • Fully customizable size, layout, drive, and other features
  • Engineered and manufactured in the USA for quality and fast turnaround

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