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Trough Bed Belt Conveyor – 20 Ft

Speedrack West | SKU: CV-725TB-18-20

$13,170.33

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Belt Variant

18" 24" 36"

Handling & Use Requirements

Equipment must be used within rated load capacities and installed on suitable warehouse flooring. Improper loading, uneven distribution, or use outside intended applications can result in structural failure.

Inspect all shipments upon delivery and note any freight damage before signing. Installation and final configuration should be verified by qualified personnel to ensure safe operation.

Delivery & Freight Shipping

All equipment ships via LTL or dedicated freight carriers and is delivered curbside or dock-high depending on facility setup. Liftgate service is not included unless specifically requested at the time of quote.

You are responsible for unloading the shipment and must have appropriate equipment (forklift or dock access) available at delivery. Failure to meet delivery requirements may result in re-delivery fees.

Inspect all items upon arrival before signing the Bill of Lading. Any visible damage must be noted at delivery—claims cannot be processed after acceptance without documentation.

Lead times vary based on product type, configuration, and supplier availability. You will receive confirmation of estimated ship dates after order review.

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Call (888) 620-0190 or email support@kgwarehouseequipment.com. Our team will confirm system fit, capacity, and compatibility before you place an order.

Description

Heavy-Duty Trough Bed Conveyor for Loose Material Handling

The Trough Bed Belt Conveyor is designed for moving loose materials, scrap products, cartons, packages, and bulk items through industrial and warehouse environments. The trough-style bed helps contain material during transport, making this conveyor suitable for handling paper waste, scrap wood, chips, slugs, and bulk packaging operations.

This conveyor uses a concave trough pan with formed side flanges and guide rails to reduce material spillage while supporting continuous product flow. The slider bed construction allows facilities to move large material volumes efficiently in manufacturing, recycling, packaging, and fulfillment operations.

Trough bed belt conveyors are commonly used where loose or irregular products require more containment than standard flat belt conveyors. Each system can be configured to support specific material handling requirements, facility layouts, and throughput goals.

Common Applications

Scrap and waste material handling
Paper and packaging operations
Manufacturing conveyor lines
Bulk carton movement
Recycling and recovery facilities
Warehouse transfer systems
Loose material transport applications
Wood processing operations

Facility Types Commonly Using Trough Bed Conveyors

Distribution centers
Manufacturing facilities
Packaging plants
Recycling facilities
Woodworking operations
Industrial processing environments
Material recovery facilities

Key Features

Trough design helps contain loose material during transport
Designed for continuous movement of bulk materials and scrap products
Slider bed construction supports high-volume conveyor applications
Heavy-duty pulley and bearing assemblies for industrial environments
Custom lengths and conveyor configurations available
Optional conveyor supports and electrical controls available
Formed trough bed structure provides additional conveyor strength
Reversible conveyor configurations available with optional center drive

Primary Operational Tradeoffs

Trough conveyors improve loose material containment but are not ideal for precision product positioning.
Slider bed systems create more belt friction than roller bed conveyors in long-run applications.
The fixed trough geometry limits flexibility for oversized or irregularly shaped products.
Trough bed conveyors prioritize material containment over accumulation control.

Compatible Conveyor Configurations

Transfer conveyor sections
Integrated conveyor lines
Custom discharge points
Reversible center-drive systems
Warehouse material handling systems
Packaging and processing conveyor layouts

When to Use a Trough Bed Belt Conveyor

Moving loose materials that require side containment
Transporting scrap, chips, slugs, paper waste, or bulk products
Applications requiring continuous material flow
Facilities handling irregular or shifting product loads
Industrial operations requiring controlled bulk material movement

When NOT to Use a Trough Bed Belt Conveyor

Do not use for powered accumulation conveyor systems.
Do not use for pallet handling applications.
Not designed for sanitary washdown or food-grade environments.
Not intended for precision sortation or automated merge systems.
Do not use for highly abrasive materials without engineering review.
Not suitable for steep incline conveying without specialized belt configurations.

Technical Specifications

Component	Specification
Belting	PVC-120 Black
Drive Pulley	4" Diameter with 1-3/16" Shaft or 8" Diameter with 1-7/16" Shaft, Crowned and Fully Lagged
Tail Pulley	4" Diameter, Crowned, with 1-3/16" Diameter Shaft
Drive Configuration	End Drive for One-Direction Operation
Optional Drive Configuration	Center Drive Available for Reversible Applications
Take-Up	Screw Type Unit with 12" Belt Take-Up
Bearings	Heavy-Duty Lubricated Ball Bearings with Cast Iron Housings
Return Rollers	1.9" Diameter x 16 Gauge Steel, Adjustable
Belt Speed	60 FPM Constant
Bed Construction	7" Deep x 12 Gauge Box Type Bed with 2-1/2" Deep Formed Trough and Reinforced Side Flanges
Motor Drive	1/3 HP, 230/460/3, 60 Cycle ODP Right Angle Gear Motor
Roller Chain	No. 50 Roller Chain for 1-1/2 HP or Less; No. 60 Chain on Larger Drives
Safety Pop-Out Rollers	Standard on Both Ends, 1.9" Diameter x 16 Gauge Steel Rollers
Electrical Controls	Optional
Floor Supports	Optional and Sold Separately

Available Conveyor Variants

Belt Width	Between Frame Width	Overall Width	Conveyor Length
18 Inch	19 Inch	22 Inch	20 Ft
24 Inch	25 Inch	28 Inch	20 Ft
36 Inch	37 Inch	40 Inch	20 Ft

Important Configuration Notes

Conveyor supports are sold separately and must match conveyor BF widths.
Application review is recommended for abrasive, high-temperature, or irregular materials.
Center drive configurations are required for reversible conveyor operation.
Electrical controls and support structures are optional accessories.
Freight delivery and unloading requirements should be reviewed before ordering.

Request a Conveyor System Quote

Need help selecting the correct trough bed conveyor configuration for your operation? Contact KG Warehouse Equipment to review material type, throughput requirements, conveyor layout, and support options before ordering.

📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What materials are trough bed belt conveyors designed to handle?

Trough bed belt conveyors are designed for loose materials, scrap products, paper waste, cartons, and bulk items. They are not intended for pallet transport or precision automated sortation.

Can this conveyor be used for reversible conveying applications?

Standard end-drive units only operate in one direction. Reversible conveyor operation requires an optional center-drive configuration.

Are conveyor supports included with the conveyor?

Conveyor supports are sold separately. Supports must match the conveyor between-frame width to maintain proper system support.

Is this conveyor suitable for food-grade or washdown environments?

This conveyor is not designed for sanitary washdown applications. Food-grade environments require specialized sanitary conveyor systems.

Can trough bed conveyors handle abrasive materials?

Highly abrasive materials require engineering review before ordering. Standard belt and bed configurations will experience premature wear in severe abrasive applications.