A magnetic conveyor is one of the many types of conveyor belt systems used to transport product from one place to another in factories. Product stays in place under magnet control. When the product gets to its final destination, the conveyor line releases it for dismounting. Metals most often conveyed with this type of conveyor are fasteners, stamps and scrap.

Use magnetic conveyor systems in scrap metal processing plants to get the product where it needs to go. Examine the following when choosing an industrial magnet conveyor for your factory:

1. Obtain new magnetic conveying systems for your factory.

2. Look for used magnetic conveyors suppliers for reduced cost.

3. Bring in conveyor magnet specialists for service, maintenance or repairs.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Select magnetic conveyors suppliers offering new equipment

Look at the new equipment and compare prices. Ask about special features you need in your conveyor system. Many companies will build a conveyor system to your specifications. Ask about warranty and service after the sale. Compare features and make the best selection for your business.

I recommend: Storch Magnetics sells magnetic conveyor systems. Request a quote by filling in their lengthy form. Make sure you have all information since the form requires precise details. McNichols Conveyor Company designs your conveyor system to meet your precise application. They ask you to fill out the form first for more efficient handling of your request.

Find magnetic conveyor prices for used or refurbished equipment

Start up costs for conveyor systems can be very high so alternative solutions make sense. Used and refurbished equipment can do the job effectively so look at these options. If you do purchase used or refurbished equipment, purchase a service plan along with it to keep your used equipment running like new.

I recommend: Bunting Magnetics Co provides all the components you need to modify your existing belt conveyor system or build one if you wish. Check out this lower cost alternative by asking for a quote request. MIPR Corp sells used conveyor systems. Call or email them for list of products and prices.

Choose repair services to fix low profile magnetic conveyors

Conveyor systems have many parts that can wear out and cause a break down. Regular service helps reduce the stress of the continuous movement of the conveyor belt, so contact specialists to service your conveyor system and repair it when it does break down.

I recommend: Magnetic Products Inc offers product testing, magnet audits and equipment rebuilding. Call or email them for quotes. CIS Inc installs, services and maintains conveyor systems. Call or email them for rates in the Ohio area.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Consider placing insurance on specialty magnet conveyor systems. Many times insurance policies have clauses stating they will pay you for downtime caused by equipment failure so ask your insurance representative to go over these options with you.