Convoyeurs & Systèmes de manutention

Multidirectional conveyor with integrated rollers (ARB)

Main function

The ARB (Advanced Roller Belt) conveyor is a modular belt conveyor equipped with integrated rollers capable of rotating independently from the main belt movement. These rollers are positioned at a predefined angle (30°, 45°, or 60°) depending on the desired trajectory or product rotation.
Unlike a conventional modular belt, this technology allows products to be moved, diverted, or rotated laterally while maintaining continuous forward progression.

This combination of longitudinal and lateral movement enables complex product handling operations such as guiding, aligning, diverting, or rotating products without the use of mechanical arms, pushers, or pneumatic systems. This technology enables efficient handling of boxes, cases, cartons, totes, or trays ranging from as small as 2” x 2” (51 mm x 51 mm) to much larger formats, weighing from 1 oz to 200 lb (28.35 g to 90.7 kg).

Typical applications

· Lateral product diverting toward another lane (90-degree transfer)
· Controlled rotation of containers, boxes, or cases
· Automatic product alignment before inspection or packaging
· Product flow merging or separating without stopping the line
· Handling complex product paths in limited floor space

Key benefits

· Integrated conveying functions: Diverting, rotating, or aligning functions are performed directly by the belt itself without external mechanisms, reducing the overall complexity of the production line.
· Continuous product flow without impact: Products remain in constant motion, preventing sudden stops, mechanical shocks, and production rate losses.
· Precise product trajectory control: The roller angle and activation zone length allow precise control of lateral movement or product rotation.
· Reduced mechanical components and maintenance: The absence of arms, pushers, or external actuators reduces the number of components, required adjustments, and maintenance interventions.

Technical specifications

  • Frame Modular stainless steel 304 or painted steel construction depending on environment and application
  • Belt Modular plastic belt with integrated rollers enabling longitudinal and lateral product movement
  • Drive System Industrial gearmotor with main drive and activation zones depending on configuration
  • Components Angled rollers (30°, 45°, 60°), activation plates, side guides, sensors, conveyor modules
  • Available Options Product rotation, 90° diverting, automatic alignment, flow merging / separation, PLC / HMI / vision integration

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