Vacuum conveyors are one of the many types of conveyor belt systems used to transport product from one place to another in factories. Product moves up steep angles or even upside down while traveling from one place to another. When the product gets to its final destination, the conveyor line releases the product for dismounting. Many applications use vacuum conveyors, including the transporting of car doors, kitchen cabinets and shipping cartons.

Use vacuum conveying systems in food, manufacturing or automotive processing plants to get the product where it needs to go. Examine the following when choosing industrial vacuum conveyors for your factory:

1. Purchase new equipment from vacuum conveyor manufacturers.

2. Check used vacuum conveyor prices for reduced cost.

3. Prepare for less downtime by having vacuum conveyor belt specialists repair your existing conveyor belt.

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

Select pnuematic vacuum conveyor distributors 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: Dorner sells vacuum conveyor systems. They design the vacuum area specifically for the job application you need. Flexicon designs vacuum and pneumatic conveyors. Fill out their online form for a price quote.

Find heavy vacuum 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: SJF sells used equipment. Check their online page for current stock or give them a call for prices. Terminal Stell & Equipment Co. sells used conveyor systems. Call, fax or fill out their online request form for prices and availability.

Choose repair services to fix vacuum conveyor systems

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: AAple Fabricating & Conveyor sells parts for your conveyor including chains, drives, belts, rollers and controls. Steel Strategies Inc. rebuilds conveyors. Contact them by phone or email for price quotes.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When purchasing used Vacuum Conveyors make sure there is a warranty or guarantee in place. Although, used equipment is often sold 'as is,' since this is a big-ticket item make sure it works properly before purchasing.