Supports all conveyor components to ensure stable operation. Height-adjustable to create horizontal or inclined conveying surfaces. Load-bearing capacity must exceed the combined weight of conveyor components and conveyed items to guarantee safe system operation.
Common materials include steel (high-strength, impact-resistant, for heavy industrial use), aluminum alloy (lightweight, corrosion-resistant, for food & pharma), wood (low-cost, for light/temporary use), and plastic (water & chemical resistant, for special environments).
Includes C-shaped steel (open structure, easy to install/adjust), square/rectangular tubing (closed structure, strong torsional resistance, ideal for long-span support), and truss structures (distributes loads, reduces resonance in long-distance conveying).
Fixed supports are bolted to the ground for stable, permanent installation. Mobile supports are equipped with casters for easy repositioning, suitable for temporary or frequently moved applications.
Standard supports are used for general conveyor support. Driven supports add a reinforced structure at the drive end to ensure the stability and reliability of the drive section.
Critical design parameters include span, height, and load-bearing capacity. The support span must be engineered based on specific load requirements and allowable material stress values to ensure structural strength and long-term stability.