Modular Plastic Belt Conveyor

Overview

The Modular Plastic Belt Conveyor is engineered for the transportation and accumulation of cases, including system variants designed for case justification, case turning, passive off/on transfer, and sortation. Using durable interlocking plastic segments, the conveyor provides smooth, reliable conveying performance for operations requiring robust belt construction, positive tracking, and the ability to handle direction changes or specialty flow-conditioning tasks. Modular plastic belts excel in applications where conventional belting may stretch, wear, or fail in demanding environments.

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Why Choose Us

With deep experience in building custom unit-handling conveyor systems, our modular plastic belt solutions offer precise motion control, long-term durability, and application-specific configurability. Our conveyors integrate seamlessly with IK’s established belt, roller, and accumulation systems and are engineered for dependable performance in high-throughput environments.

System Integration

Modular plastic belt conveyors integrate with fixed belt conveyors, MDR conveyors, belt curves, merges, and sortation equipment. Manufacturer guidelines ensure proper sprocket engagement, belt selection, and structural design, enabling seamless transitions and consistent throughput. Integration options support: - Case justification prior to scanning or labeling - Passive or active case turning - Accumulation zones with photoeye feedback - Sortation via roller‑top or angled modular belting - Interfacing with automated palletizing or robotic systems

What industries typically use these systems:

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E‑commerce & Fulfillment: Case and tote transport through picking, packing, and sortation.

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Distribution Centers: Accumulation and routing of cartons and totes across multi-zone systems.

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Food, Beverage & CPG: Conveying packaged goods requiring durable, cleanable belting surfaces.

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General Manufacturing: Movement of standardized containers, cases, and totes between processes.

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Automated Packaging Lines: Justification, turning, and alignment functionality for downstream equipment.

success stories

Manual Palletizing and Pallet Handling Conveyor System in Distribution Center

March 3, 2026
High speed manual palletizing system featuring a low profile dual deck Smart transfer car, automatic pallet dispenser, and zero pressure accumulation to reduce labor, improve ergonomics, lower maintenance costs, and streamline pallet handling operations.
Factory floor with a conveyor belt system and machinery, including a green cabinet, under bright lights.

Material Delivery and Dunnage Removal Conveyor system for Parallel Assembly Line, Overhead Material Delivery System

August 29, 2025
A vehicle manufacturer was looking for a new method to deliver materials for the assembly of vehicles to four parallel assembly lines. IK developed, engineered, and implemented an overhead pallet conveyor system that provided great benefits to the vehicle manufacturer.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What products are best suited for modular plastic belt conveyors?

    Cases, totes, and packaged goods—particularly those requiring smooth transfer, accumulation, or directional changes.

  • What are the advantages of modular plastic belts over PVC fabric belts?

    Increased durability, improved tracking, easy replacement of sections, and resistance to moisture and chemicals.

  • Can modular belts support case turning or justification?

    Yes. Roller-top and angle-top modular belts allow rotational or lateral movement for turning and alignment.

  • Are these conveyors suitable for inclines or declines?

    Yes. Optional friction-top or cleated modular belts improve traction on incline applications.

  • What maintenance is required?

    Periodic inspection of sprockets, wearstrips, belt tension, and drive alignment—per CEMA recommendations.

  • Can these conveyors integrate with automated sortation systems?

    Absolutely. Modular plastic belts can be configured for multi-direction transfer, passive diverting, and accumulation feeding.

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Downers Grove, IL 60515
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