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Used Sortation Conveyors for Sale

  • Also known as conveyor sortation systems, they are used to direct product to other conveyor systems, and can identify, separate, and merge conveyor lines.
  • Cost effective way to transport and process materials and product.
  • Promotes increased productivity, reducing labor costs.
  • powered by a quiet drive system. 
  • Accurate and reliable sorting.
  • ASI pays top dollar for used sortation conveyor: Learn More About Our Purchasing Program
Used Slat Shoe Sorter-18'
Used Slat Shoe Sorter-18'
  • Improve Flow & Traffic
  • Reduce Product Damage
  • Increase System Output
  • [DC Liquidators]
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Used Narrow Belt Sorter-60'
Used Narrow Belt Sorter-60'
  • 60' Sortation Conveyor
  • Improve Productivity
  • Modular Design
  • [Mericle]
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Used Narrow Belt Sorter-45'
Used Narrow Belt Sorter-45'
  • Decrease Energy Usage
  • High Sort Rates
  • Flexible Sort Locations
  • [Clayton]
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Used Narrow Belt Sorter - 102'
Used Narrow Belt Sorter - 102'
  • 102' Sortation Conveyor
  • Improve Sortation Process
  • Decrease Energy Costs
  • [Trophy Depot]
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Used Narrow Belt Sorter - 158'
Used Narrow Belt Sorter - 158'
  • 158' Sortation Conveyor
  • Quickly Load & Unload
  • Decrease Loading Time
  • [Trophy Depot]
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Used Rapistan Sortation Conveyor System
Used Rapistan Sortation Conveyor System
  • Increase Productivity
  • Improve Order Picking
  • Cost-Effective
  • Easy to Maintain
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Used TGW Sortation Conveyor
Used TGW Sortation Conveyor
  • Improve Order Picking
  • Reduce Labor Costs
  • Optimize Picking Strategy
  • Increase Output
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Used Ermanco Sortation Conveyor
Used Ermanco Sortation Conveyor
  • Left Hand & Right Hand In Stock
  • Reduce Labor Costs
  • Improve Efficiency
  • Photo Representation Only
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Used Narrow Belt Sorter
Used Narrow Belt Sorter
  • High Throughput
  • Easy Reconfiguration
  • 30- or 90-Degree Angle
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Used Pop-Up Roller Sorter
Used Pop-Up Roller Sorter
  • Maximize Sort Rate
  • Easily Reconfigured
  • Long-Lasting Reliability
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Used Slat Shoe Sorter
Used Slat Shoe Sorter
  • Improve Warehouse Flow
  • Minimize Labor Load Handling
  • Sort a Variety of Container Sizes
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Used UBT Sorter
Used UBT Sorter
  • Urethane Belt Transfer
  • Easy to Maintain
  • Provides Flexibility
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We Buy Used Conveyors

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 Sortation Conveyors

Conveyor sortation systems are ideal for sorting fragile products with varying weights and sizes. ASI carries used conveyor-sortation with a 30 day guarantee, and all systems are inspected and tested prior to shipment.

ASI stocks many types and manufacturers of conveyor sortation systems: Ermanco NBS, Bushman shoe sortation conveyor systems, Bushman slat sortation conveyor systems, Rapistan show sortation conveyor systems, Mathews kick wheel sortation conveyor systems and Automotion Belt sortation conveyor systems.

Conveyor sorters may also be referred to as: shoe sorter system, automated sortation conveyor, shoe conveyor, or narrow belt sorter.

Used sortation conveyor systems are available in many different types. Which is best for you depends on the size and weight of material being transported. Used sortation conveyor systems are used to identify, merge, and diverge products depending on their weight, shape, or size. They are typically used in settings with a high flow of product that needs to be sorted and transported to different destinations within the conveyor system. Types of sortation conveyor include the following:

Shoe sorter, which uses slates to push products into different lanes of the conveyor. The sliding shoes gently maneuver packages onto alternative lanes, or allow it to continue on the current conveyor. This is one of the fastest ways of sorting product, and shoe sorters typically use a photo eye sensor to interpret each package and direct it down the correct conveyor.

Pop up belt sortation uses spurs to pull heavy packages rapidly down the conveyor line. The spurs redirect the packaging to the desired conveyor path. The belt or chain used depends on the weight and material of the package. Heavier items would require a metal chain whereas lighter items would only require a rubber belt.

Pusher or diverter sortation conveyor can handle heavier loads and uses a pusher mechanism to redirect the package at a 90 degree angle onto another conveyor, chute, ball transfer table, or workstation. This style of sortation is slow in comparison because the pusher must return to its original position before diverting another package.

Pop-up roller sortation conveyor works by having a separate motor power the rollers that divert the product. These rollers raise up above the conveyor surface to lift and divert products to their desired location. The rollers also automatically lower when the product needs to continue on the same conveyor line.

Why buy a used sortation conveyor? The obvious answer is that a used conveyor will save you money, but you may be skeptical of quality. But if the conveyor system is used properly, you will have no need to replace major components. All used equipment from American Surplus is tested and inspected prior to shipment, and if any portion of the used sortation conveyor system is not working properly it is replaced. At ASI, we can back all of our conveyors with our 30 day ASI guarantee.

Advantages of Sortation Conveyors

Sortation conveyors offer numerous advantages, including:

  • Increased Efficiency: Sortation conveyors automate the process of sorting items, allowing for faster and more accurate sorting. This can increase productivity and reduce labor costs.
  • Reduced Errors: With automatic sorting, the potential for human error is greatly reduced, resulting in fewer mistakes and fewer returns.
  • Improved Customer Service: Faster and more accurate sorting can result in quicker delivery times, which can improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Flexibility: Sortation conveyors can be customized to meet specific needs, such as sorting by size, weight, or destination.
  • Scalability: As your business grows, you can easily expand your sortation system to accommodate increased volumes.
  • Cost Savings: By reducing labor costs and errors, sortation conveyors can result in significant cost savings over time.
  • Improved safety: Sortation conveyors can help to reduce manual handling of items, which can improve worker safety and reduce the risk of workplace injuries.

Sortation Conveyors Applications

Sortation conveyors have a wide range of applications

  • E-commerce: Sortation conveyors are commonly used in e-commerce warehouses and fulfillment centers to sort packages based on destination, shipping method, or other criteria.
  • Retail: Retailers use sortation conveyors to sort products for distribution to stores or directly to customers.
  • Logistics: Sortation conveyors are used in logistics operations to sort and distribute items such as packages, parcels, and pallets.
  • Manufacturing: Sortation conveyors are used in manufacturing plants to sort and distribute products, materials, and components.
  • Postal Services: Sortation conveyors are used by postal services to sort mail and packages based on destination, size, or shape.
  • Airports: Sortation conveyors are used in airports to sort and distribute luggage and cargo based on flight destinations.

Sortation Conveyors Manufacturers

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

Sortation Conveyors are Also Known As

  • Sorting conveyors
  • Sorter systems
  • Parcel sorters
  • Package sorters
  • Material handling sorters
  • Automated sortation systems
  • Distribution sorters

Sortation Conveyors Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a sortation conveyor system?
A:Sortation conveyors are used to direct products from one conveyor line to another conveyor by adding an induction system, system mergers, and sortation diverts.

Q: What are the different sortation conveyor systems?
A:
There are many different sortation conveyor systems, which is why it is important to choose the best one for your operations. These systems are as follows; Sliding Shoe Sorter, Narrow Belt Sorter, Pusher Sorter, Sweep Sorter, and Belted Pivot Wheel Sorter.

Q: What industries typically use sortation conveyors?
A:Usually, sortation conveyors are used in industries such as pharmaceutical, food handling, e-commerce, and distribution centers.

Q: How can sortation conveyors improve warehouse efficiency?
A: By automating the sorting process, sortation conveyors minimize manual labor, reduce sorting errors, and optimize the flow of items. This leads to improved operational efficiency, shorter order processing times, and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Q: What industries commonly use sortation conveyors?
A: Sortation conveyors are widely used in e-commerce, retail, parcel delivery, logistics, and distribution industries. They are beneficial for handling packages, parcels, cartons, totes, and other items that require sorting based on specific criteria.

Q: How does a sortation conveyor work?
A:Sortation conveyors use a combination of sensors, diverters, and computer-controlled mechanisms to identify and divert items to their designated locations. They typically employ techniques like tilt tray, sliding shoe, pop-up wheel, or pusher arms to gently redirect items onto different conveyor lanes or chutes.

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