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Chemical industry conveyor systems

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Our conveyors streamline chemical manufacturing and processing operations.

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.

Our chemical industry solutions

Fluent Conveyors makes the following conveyors and conveyor systems to serve chemical industry facilities.

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Chemical industry conveyor specifications

We engineer and build 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
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
Chain pitch
4", 6", 9" pitch. 12" pitch for select belts.
Rollers
3", 4", 5" diameters
Speed
variable up to 200 ft/min
Inclines
up to 35 degrees
Drives
5HP to 25HP, shaft mounted
Safety
guarding, e-stops, pull cords
Control
PLCs, HMIs, custom control systems

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
Control
PLCs, HMIs, and custom control panels
Belt widths
18" to 72"
Belts
PVC, rubber, urethane
Idler diameters
5" and 6"
Loading
10-15 PSF on returns; 40-120 PSF on troughed sections

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

Our conveyor manufacturing process

Our conveyors for the chemical industry are designed and manufactured in the USA to CEMA standards and tolerances.

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

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

All systems fabricated by certified welders for structural integrity

Designed for simple maintenance access and component serviceability

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

ASTM A36 steel for fabrication per structural code

Premium bearings sized for L10 life ratings, made in USA

Dodge, Nord, SEW drives matched to application torque

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

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

All hardware is grade 8 for maximum strength

Painted with industrial grade powder coating for durability

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

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Industrial background

About the chemical industry

The chemical industry affects virtually every aspect of our lives, from pharmaceuticals and plastics to fertilizers and cleaning agents. It processes raw materials, such as oil, natural gas, air, water, metals, and minerals, into thousands of different products. 

This industry is characterized by its focus on research and development, stringent safety, and environmental regulation.

The global chemical industry is expected to reach a value of $5.7 trillion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2020 to 2025.

The chemical industry is a major contributor to the global economy, providing employment opportunities and driving innovation, with a presence in 90% of all industries and a workforce of over 2 million people.

The chemical industry is responsible for significant environmental and health impacts, including pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

Sustainable trends, such as green chemistry and circular economy principles, are becoming increasingly important in the industry to reduce environmental impact and promote safer chemical use.

The chemical industry is responsible for producing over 90% of the world's active pharmaceutical ingredients and over 95% of the world's agrochemicals.

The chemical industry is a key player in innovation, with over 75% of all chemical products developed in the last 50 years still in use today.

80% of chemical plants need automated wastewater treatment systems.

MSW recycling conveyor system
Innovations in this sector often lead to advancements in other fields, including medicine, agriculture, and energy. Fluent Conveyors is proud to serve chemical manufacturing and processing operations. We help you increase output and efficiency while reducing costs.

Completed projects

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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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