Carousel conveyor drive module
US9469481B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G21/2054
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A center drive module for use with a carousel conveyor that includes a continuous loop conveyor chain. The drive module includes a drive motor that rotates one or more sprocket wheels that each engage drive lugs formed on the bottom surface the conveyor chain to move the conveyor chain along the support frame. The drive module includes a pair of guide rollers positioned on opposite sides of the sprocket wheel. The guide rollers engage the conveyor chain and rotate upon the movement of the conveyor chain. Each of the guide wheels resists vertical movement of the conveyor chain caused by the rotating sprocket wheels.
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