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Two machines, two different jobs. Here is how to tell them apart and when to use each. A magnetic conveyor and a magnetic separator both use magnets to handle ferrous material, but they perform opposite functions. A magnetic conveyor is a material handling device that transports solid ferrous chips and parts. A magnetic separator is a fluid filtration device that […]
Conveyors FAQ
What factors should we consider when selecting between Steel Belt, Pivot Belt, and Oscillating conveyors?
Choosing the right conveyor depends on five variables: scrap form, fluid content, abrasiveness, volume, and layout. Use a Steel Belt Conveyor for mixed, sharp, heavy, hot, or abrasive scrap, and when you need long-term durability. Use a Pivot Belt Conveyor for thin-gauge, oily, or sticky stamping scrap that tends to cling to belts. Use an Oscillating Conveyor for gentle, horizontal […]
How do I select the right metal scrap conveyor for my metal and coolant type?
Matching metal scrap conveyor technology to material and coolant type is critical. Consider scrap size (fine chips vs bushy turnings), material (aluminium vs steel vs cast iron), coolant content (wet vs dry), and elevation/incline. Metal Scrap Conveyor Examples: Steel belt conveyors perform well in both wet and dry operations. Oscillating conveyors excel at handling wet, abrasive chips. Pneumatic systems provide […]
What performance guarantees and after-sale support for metal scrap conveyors should I expect?
Choose a metal scrap conveyor supplier that offers documented performance guarantees, preventive maintenance programs, and long-term parts availability. Every PRAB conveyor is backed by the Performantee® Guarantee—verifying ROI through lab testing and throughput verification before shipment. PRAB also offers a Managed Maintenance Program, which, in one machining operation, reduced unplanned downtime by 40% over 18 months through scheduled inspections, OEM […]
How do metal scrap conveyors improve workplace safety and housekeeping?
Metal scrap conveyors eliminate manual scrap handling, reduce forklift traffic, spill risks, and operator injuries. They improve workplace safety by keeping floors cleaner, reducing slip hazards, and improving workflow efficiency. PRAB conveyor systems have helped facilities cut forklift scrap transport by up to 80%, reducing accident risk and freeing floor space for production. In one metal stamping plant, installation of […]
How do conveyors integrate with metal chip processing and coolant recycling systems?
Conveyors integrate with metal chip processing and coolant recycling systems by automatically moving metal chips and swarf to downstream equipment such as crushers, wringers, centrifuges, or briquetters. This seamless flow allows for fluid reclamation, cleaner scrap handling, and more efficient scrap load-out. PRAB engineers metal scrap conveyors to function as part of complete chip and fluid management cells, with built-in […]
What features improve conveyor durability and reduce maintenance costs?
Durable metal scrap conveyors are engineered with abrasion-resistant components, heavy-gauge steel, sealed bearings, and bolt-free flight connections. Metal scrap conveyor durability in harsh metalworking environments is required to reduce downtime and extend lifespan. Factors like temperature resistance, magnetic properties, incline, and maintenance requirements should be considered. PRAB incorporates AR-steel wear bars, NEMA-rated motors, and replaceable side wings in its steel […]
What types of scrap conveyors are used in metalworking industries?
A metal scrap conveyor is a system used in manufacturing to transport metal chips, turnings, swarf, and other waste for recycling or disposal. Common types include steel belt, oscillating, drag chain, magnetic, pneumatic, and specialty conveyors—each chosen based on scrap size, abrasiveness, coolant content, or temperature. These systems improve efficiency, safety, and the value of metal scrap while preventing downtime. […]