Used Slat Conveyors
Slat conveyors transport bottles, containers, and packaged goods using linked plastic or metal plates that form a continuous flat surface. The rigid slat design provides stable product positioning for filling, labeling, and packaging operations while allowing controlled accumulation and directional changes.
Federal Equipment Company stocks slat conveyors from 3" to 48" wide with lengths up to 22’. Available configurations include single-lane pack-off conveyors, bi-flow systems with reversible direction, multi-lane accumulation designs, and L-shaped or U-shaped layouts with 90-degree turns. Stainless steel frames address sanitary requirements in pharmaceutical and food processing applications.
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Slat Conveyor Types and Applications
Slat conveyors provide precise product control in packaging line applications where stable container handling is essential. Single-lane designs transport bottles and containers between filling, capping, and labeling stations at controlled speeds. Bi-flow configurations allow bidirectional operation, enabling product routing to multiple downstream stations or temporary accumulation during line stoppages. Multi-lane accumulation conveyors buffer products between operations to maintain continuous production flow.
Federal Equipment Company carries slat conveyors from Garvey, FP Development, Nercon, Pharmaveyor, AutoPak, and Universal Machine. Inventory includes straight-pack-off conveyors, L- and U-shaped configurations with integrated turns, and buffer systems for temporary product storage. Equipment can be inspected at our Cleveland facility prior to purchase.
Applications & Industries
- Bottle and container transport in pharmaceutical packaging lines
- Product accumulation between filling and labeling operations
- Pack-off conveying from cartoners and case packers
- Container handling in food and beverage bottling
- Directional routing in multi-line packaging systems
- Buffer storage during downstream equipment changeovers
Specifications & Configurations
Slat conveyors in stock range from 3" to 48" wide with lengths from 4’ to over 21’. Single-lane widths typically span 3" to 8" for standard bottle handling, while multi-lane accumulation systems reach 48" or wider. Frame construction is predominantly stainless steel with plastic slat chains suitable for washdown environments.
Drive systems include DC motors with variable speed controllers ranging from 0.125 HP to 1 HP for precise speed matching with upstream and downstream equipment. Configurations include straight runs, 90-degree turns, L-shaped layouts, and U-shaped accumulation systems. Bi-directional designs feature independent motor controls for each lane, allowing flexible product routing based on line conditions.
Why Buy Used Slat Conveyors
Used slat conveyors from Federal Equipment Company typically cost 40-60% less than new equipment while delivering equivalent performance. Lead times are measured in days rather than the weeks required for new fabrication, allowing faster packaging line modifications and project completion.
Federal Equipment Company offers inspection services at our facility, where buyers can verify slat chain condition, test drive systems, and confirm dimensional compatibility with existing line equipment. Slat chain replacement and motor upgrades are available for units requiring refurbishment. Our technical staff can assist with conveyor selection based on your container specifications, line speeds, and layout requirements.
