Towline Coveyor

Overview

Towline conveyors are a proven solution for the controlled transportation of heavy assemblies on carts through assembly, manufacturing, and finishing operations. Designed for continuous or indexed movement, towline systems provide consistent flow, precise positioning, and clear floor access for operators and support equipment. Industrial Kinetics towline conveyors are commonly installed flush with the floor, allowing unrestricted access around large products while maintaining reliable mechanical pulling power.

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Why Choose Us

Industrial Kinetics towline conveyors are engineered for long-term reliability in demanding assembly environments. Our systems are designed around the process, not just the product, ensuring proper integration of mechanical design, controls logic, and operator interaction. With extensive experience in heavy assembly applications, we deliver towline systems that provide predictable throughput, clear production visibility, and robust construction suitable for decades of service.

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.

System Integration

Towline conveyors are frequently integrated with overhead cranes, lift assists, turntables, slat conveyors, and work platforms. Systems can be configured for synchronous or indexed operation and coordinated with adjacent conveyors or processes. Controls are designed to integrate with upstream and downstream equipment, providing consistent flow and centralized production control across the assembly line.

What industries typically use these systems:

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Heavy equipment and machinery assembly

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Automotive and vehicle chassis assembly

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Generator, motor, and power equipment manufacturing

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Modular building and large fabricated product assembly

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Finishing, inspection, and test operations requiring controlled movement

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of products are best suited for towline conveyors?

    Towline conveyors are ideal for heavy or oversized assemblies that require stable transport on carts, particularly when operators need full access around the product.

  • Can towline systems operate in indexed assembly applications?

    Yes. Towline conveyors are commonly used in indexed assembly lines where all workstations must complete tasks before the system advances.

  • How is production pace controlled?

    Production pace is managed through PLC-controlled speed settings, takt time configuration, and workstation release logic.

  • Can the system provide production and downtime visibility?

    Yes. Controls can track cycle time, station status, and downtime, with information displayed locally or made available to plant systems.

  • Is flush-floor installation possible?

    Towline conveyors are well suited for flush-floor installation, allowing unobstructed movement of personnel, carts, and support equipment around the line.

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Downers Grove, IL 60515
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