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Reliable Used Gravity Conveyors to Streamline Warehouse Operations

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  • Gravity conveyors are the most common and cost-effective solution for moving materials in warehouses.
  • Like powered conveyors, they provide a simple and efficient method for product transport in industrial environments.
  • Since they operate without motors, there are no ongoing energy costs. They rely on an external force or incline to move items.
  • Easy to install and operate, gravity conveyors offer a practical and affordable upgrade to existing warehouse transportation systems.
  • Available in various widths and lengths to accommodate different facility needs.
  • Can be set on a flat surface or angled to move products across warehouse zones.
  • American Surplus offers competitive payouts for used gravity conveyors: Learn More About Our Purchasing Program
Used Gravity Roller Conveyors
Used Gravity Roller Conveyors
  • 1.38" or 1.9" rollers
  • 9" - 48" wide units
  • Large Inventory Available
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Used Skate Wheel Conveyors
Used Skate Wheel Conveyors
  • Lightweight product
  • Plastic or steel wheels
  • Gravity conveyor lines
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Used Gravity Conveyor Curves
Used Gravity Conveyor Curves
  • Broad Range of Angles
  • Transport Heavy Loads
  • Reduce Travel Time
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Used Gravity Pallet Conveyor
Used Gravity Pallet Conveyor
  • Improve Efficiency
  • Transport Pallets
  • Stable & Efficient Flow
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Used Conveyor Chutes
Used Conveyor Chutes
  • Simple and Cost Efficient
  • Convey Items at a Decline
  • We Ship Nationwide
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Used Ball Transfer Conveyor
Used Ball Transfer Conveyor
  • Conveyor Ball Tables
  • Ball Transfer Tables
  • Roller ball conveyor
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Used Conveyor Gates
Used Conveyor Gates
  • Three types available
  • Power for case handling
  • Spring for gravity and roller
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Used Conveyor Stands
Used Conveyor Stands
  • Stands are 12"-48" wide
  • Fixed and adjustable heights
  • Can be anchored to the floor
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We Buy Used Warehouse Equipment

Are you moving or liquidating your facility and looking to sell your used warehouse equipment or material? American Surplus Inc. can help! American Surplus Inc. offers a purchasing program for new and used warehouse and material handling equipment. Learn more about our purchasing program online or call our sales office at (800) 876-3736 to get started.

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About Gravity Conveyors

Gravity conveyors offer a low-cost, efficient way to move products in a warehouse. They require no power, relying solely on gravity or manual force, which helps reduce operating costs. Constructed from galvanized steel, gravity conveyors are safe for a variety of product types and are used across many industries.

American Surplus Inc. carries a wide range of used gravity conveyors from leading manufacturers such as Rapistan, Matthews, Automotion, Alvey, BestFlex, Hytrol, Omni, TWG, Roach, Metzgar, Bushman, and Ermanco.

You may hear gravity conveyors referred to by several names, including:

  • Gravity roller conveyor

  • Heavy-duty gravity conveyor

  • Gravity skate wheel conveyor

  • Roller conveyor

  • Non-powered conveyor

Gravity Conveyor Types
Gravity conveyors are available in two primary styles: skate wheel and roller.

  • Skate Wheel Conveyor: Lightweight and ideal for medium to light-duty applications. These conveyors use multiple rows of individual wheels to transport products with flat bottoms, such as boxes, totes, or bins. Skate wheel conveyors require minimal pitch and can be outfitted with 45° or 90° curves for turning corners or navigating obstacles.

  • Gravity Roller Conveyor: Heavier-duty and suitable for moving a wider variety of items, including those without flat bottoms like pallets. These systems can be set at an incline for automatic movement or installed flat for manual movement. Curved sections are available, and roller conveyors are often integrated with powered conveyors to create full system layouts.

  • Flexible Gravity Conveyor: Available in both roller and skate wheel configurations, flexible conveyors are designed for versatility. They expand, contract, and curve to suit your layout needs and are especially effective in shipping and receiving areas.

Why Buy Used from American Surplus?
Used gravity conveyors from ASI are cleaned, inspected, and tested before shipment. Any worn rollers or wheels are replaced, and every conveyor comes with a 30-day parts guarantee. If any components are found to be defective, ASI will replace them with a suitable pre-owned part. This approach offers reliable performance and substantial savings compared to buying new.

Advantages of Gravity Conveyors

Gravity conveyors offer many advantages compared to other types of traditional conveyors or material handling equipment:

  • Cost-Effective: Gravity conveyors are more affordable than powered systems since they do not require motors or electrical components.
  • Low maintenance: With fewer moving parts, gravity conveyors need less maintenance and experience less wear over time.
  • Quick installation: These systems are easy to assemble and do not require electrical wiring or complex setup, which reduces installation time.
  • Energy efficient: Since gravity conveyors operate without motors, they help reduce energy consumption and ongoing operating costs.
  • Versatile: Suitable for a variety of applications, gravity conveyors can transport boxes, cartons, totes, and similar items in different facility layouts.
  • Safe to use: With no powered moving parts, gravity conveyors reduce the risk of worker injury and are ideal for manual handling environments.

Gravity Conveyors Applications

Gravity conveyors are widely used across a variety of industries for different material handling tasks. Common applications include:

  • Order picking: Ideal for warehouses and distribution centers, gravity conveyors allow workers to efficiently pick products and prepare them for shipping.
  • Assembly lines: Gravity conveyors can move parts or components between workstations, supporting smooth flow in manual or semi-automated assembly processes.
  • Loading and unloading: These systems are often used at loading docks to move products from trailers, trucks, or containers to ground level.
  • Sorting and inspection: Gravity conveyors provide an effective way to visually inspect or sort items as they move along a line, especially in quality control stations.
  • Internal Transportation: Facilities use gravity conveyors to transport items between departments, such as from production areas to storage or packing zones.
  • Packaging Lines: Gravity conveyors help move cartons, totes, or sealed packages along different stages of the packaging process.

Gravity Conveyors Manufacturers

  • Rapistan Conveyor
  • Omni Conveyor
  • Matthews Conveyor
  • TWG Conveyor
  • Roach Conveyor
  • Alvey Conveyor
  • Metzgar Conveyor
  • Bestflex Conveyor
  • Hytrol Conveyor Company
  • Ermanco Conveyor
  • FMH Conveyors
  • Accuglide Conveyor
  • Alvey Conveyor
  • Automotion Conveyor
  • Intelligrated Conveyor
  • Interlake Conveyor
  • Versa Conveyor
  • UNEX Manufacturing
  • Bushman Conveyor
  • Lewco, Inc.
  • SpanTech LLC

Gravity Conveyors are Also Known As

  • Gravity roller conveyor
  • Gravity skatewheel conveyor
  • Gravity chute conveyor
  • Gravity wheel conveyor
  • Gravity feed conveyor
  • Gravity slide conveyor
  • Gravity flow conveyor
  • Gravity belt conveyor

Gravity Conveyors Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a gravity conveyor?
A:A gravity conveyor is a type of material handling equipment that uses the force of gravity to move items along a sloped or declined surface. It requires no external power source and relies on the weight and momentum of the items being transported.

Q: How does a gravity conveyor work?
A: Gravity conveyors work on the principle of incline or decline. Items are placed on the conveyor at an elevated point, and due to the slope of the conveyor, gravity pulls them downward. The downward movement causes the items to accumulate at the lower end, where they can be manually unloaded or directed to another conveyor system.

Q: What types of products can be transported using gravity conveyors? A:TGravity conveyors are suitable for a wide range of products, including boxes, cartons, totes, bags, and other lightweight to medium-weight items. They are commonly used in industries such as warehousing, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics.

Q: Can gravity conveyors handle heavy loads?
A:Gravity conveyors are typically designed to handle light to medium-weight loads. While they can handle heavier items in some cases, it's important to consider the weight capacity and limitations of the specific gravity conveyor system being used.

Q: Can gravity conveyors be integrated with other conveyor systems?
A: Yes, gravity conveyors can be integrated with other conveyor systems to create more complex material handling setups. For example, they can be used in conjunction with powered conveyors or conveyor junctions to facilitate the flow of items between different areas of a facility.

Q: What factors should be considered when choosing a gravity conveyor?
A: When selecting a gravity conveyor, it's important to consider factors such as the type and weight of the products being transported, the available space, the required slope or decline, the desired speed, and any specific requirements or constraints of the application.