Motor driven Live Roller

Overview

Motor Driven Roller (MDR) conveyors are zone-based unit handling conveyors designed for zero pressure accumulation, transportation, and transfers of cases and totes. Each zone is powered by an individual 24VDC motorized roller, allowing precise control, reduced noise, and energy-efficient operation in high-density conveyor systems.

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Why Choose Us

Our MDR conveyors are engineered using proven CEMA unit handling principles and configured to support reliable zero pressure accumulation with minimal maintenance. Zone-based architecture reduces energy consumption and noise while improving system flexibility. Modular construction allows systems to be easily expanded or reconfigured as operational requirements change.

System Integration

MDR conveyors integrate seamlessly with transfers, curves, merges, belt conveyors, and palletizing systems. The 24VDC control architecture simplifies electrical installation and supports communication between adjacent zones without complex PLC programming. MDR systems are well-suited for interfacing with robotic cells, manual packing stations, and automated sortation equipment.

What industries typically use these systems:

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Distribution Centers: Accumulation and transport of cases and totes

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E-commerce Fulfillment: High-density order consolidation and routing

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Manufacturing: Work-in-process conveyance and buffering

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Consumer Goods: Case handling prior to palletizing or sortation

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Warehouse Automation: Interfaces with automated storage and retrieval systems

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 is zero pressure accumulation?

    Zero pressure accumulation allows products to accumulate without contacting each other, reducing product damage and backline pressure.

  • When should Poly-V drive be used instead of O-ring?

    Poly-V drive is preferred for higher loads, longer zones, or applications requiring increased torque and durability.

  • What is a belted MDR zone?

    A belted MDR zone uses belts driven by a motorized roller to power slave rollers, improving conveyance of short or irregular products.

  • What power is required for MDR conveyors?

    MDR systems use 24VDC power supplied by external AC-to-DC power supplies sized to the system load.

  • Are MDR conveyors expandable?

    Yes. The modular zone design allows future expansion or reconfiguration with minimal disruption.

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Downers Grove, IL 60515
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