Belt Conveyors in Variable Multi-Tech Design

Belt conveyors with a width of up to approx. 500 mm and a length of approx. 2,000 mm are equipped with an underframe HE 010 in cases where the underframe supports should neither protrude laterally nor upwards, or if extreme belt inclines of up to 90° are required.

• Telescopic underframe for continuous height adjustment
• No underframe parts that protrude upwards or laterally
• Extreme belt inclines possible

Underframe model HE 020 for smaller and medium-sized conveyor belts of up to approx. 2,000mm long and 500mm wide.

• In most cases, use as discharge conveyor belt for machines or robot delivery conveyor belt
• Stable underframe with H-shaped base stand
• Underframe moveable along the lateral profile groove of the conveyor belt
• Continuous angle adjustment to any angle between -60° and +60° is possible
• Continuous height adjustment

Longer and wider conveyor belts are often equipped with an underframe type HM 010.

• Application and use for longer and wider conveyor belts as delivery belt conveyor, transfer belt or integrated in automated solutions
• Underframe is fastened to the lower groove of the guide profiles - therefore, no disturbing edges that protrude laterally or upwards
• Continuous height and angle adjustment possible

For long and wide belts the underframe HM 140 is the cost-effective alternative to the type HM 010. In this case, the supports are attached laterally on the belt conveyor.

• Application and use as robot delivery belt, conveying/transfer belt, etc.
• Stable underframe, also suitable for multi-level belts
• Large height adjustment range, freely definable due to the stand heights
• Continuous angle adjustment to any angle between -60° and +60°

GL-conveyor in special version for the food industry with extras for subsequent treatment

• Underframe type HM in special version with drawers for spillovers
• Air blower at the belt outlet for removing surplus material at the top

A stable base frame together with telescopic profiles made of anodised aluminium provide for a stable standing. Nevertheless, the design is very slim, as the base frame is mounted below the conveyor body.

• Use for conveyors up to 4,000m length
• Stable base frame without any elements overlapping the belt
• Continuously variable inclination

Steeply conveying bunker conveyors are used for the batched feeding of parts to subsequent processes. The often very large attachment hoppers require a safe standing. This is ensured by the underframe type LD 070 with closed transport frame.

• Application with steeply standing batching belt conveyors for the batched feeding of bulk materials
• Stable base frame for safe standing
• Large angle adjustment range
• Extreme belt inclines are possible

Stability is the key benefit of the underframe LD 120. The closed base frame is predestined to be a holding fixture of belt conveyors with medium belt measurements and high belt loads. It is also often used in connection with metal detection facilities in order to avoid vibrations.

• Stable underframe
• Large height and incline adjustment range
• Suitable to hold and mount multi-level conveyors

Straight belt conveyor without base frame in special version

• Clean room design with smooth body motor
• Catch flap for reverse operation included
• Higher lateral guiding plate as extra accessory

Very easy height and incline adjustment of the conveyor belt using only one hand - this is the strength of the base frame type IE 010. The integrated gas pressure column with ball guide enables a comfortable adjustment of the loading or filling heights and discharge heights to different applications.

• Gas pressure column for simple height and incline adjustment
• Attachment of the underframe to one side of the conveyor belt and therefore, simple integration in machine pits, or space-saving set up and installation in parallel to a production machine
• Perfect solution for smaller belt conveyors which must be adjusted frequently (e.g. application with machines being replaced and changed)

"AM" stands for "support, multiple" - this underframe can also be described in that simple way. The individual, telescopic supports of the underframe model AM 010 are individually height-adjustable. They are fastened to the lower conveyor groove and thus, do not protrude laterally. Additional struts will provide stability for higher belt loads.

• Individual height and incline adjustment of each single support
• By trend, it is suitable for smaller belt conveyors with lower conveying heights and lower belt loads
• Underframe can easily compensate any floor unevenness or ledges in machine frames

For horizontal conveying near the floor e.g. for application as buffer conveyor belt for cases and containers next to a production machine, the underframe EM 010 is often the right choice. The individual supports along the belt body can be moved individually and facilitate a conveyor height between 225 and 360mm from the floor until upper belt edge.

• Reasonably priced solution with low conveyor height
• Variable mounting of the single supports along the entire belt conveyor
• Individual height adjustment of the single supports to compensate any floor unevenness
• Mobile frame with guide rollers and brakes
• The different height adjustments of the single supports also enable a lower incline of the conveyor belt

For horizontal conveying on lowest levels, e.g. on the floor - for application as buffer conveyor belt for cases and containers next to a production machine - the underframe EM 120 is often the right choice. The individual supports along the belt body can be moved individually and even be lowered upon the floor. Nevertheless, the conveyor is moveable.

• Ideal solution for lowest conveying heights
• Variable mounting of the single supports along the entire belt conveyor
• Individual height adjustment of the single supports to compensate any floor unevenness
• Mobile frame with guide rollers and brakes
• The different height adjustments of the single supports also enable a lower incline of the conveyor belt

The bestseller among the angled belt conveyors - the underframe TF 110 has a continuous frame with integrated gas pressure spring for a very easy angle adjustment. The wheels can be moved along the entire underframe and adjusted individually in the height.

• Easy angle adjustment with gas pressure spring support
• Stable frame with support of the flat belt
• Also suitable for long flat belts

Angled belt conveyors with longer steep belt part, high belt load and heavy attachment parts, such as channel/tunnel metal detectors, are often equipped with the underframe type LD 120. The closed, welded base frame with the stable aluminium profiles forms a perfect unit and always provides safe standing.

• Freely overhanging flat belt part enables minimum feeding heights
• Longer flat belts may be supported by additional belt supports
• Large height adjustment range
• Conveying angle is continuously adjustable to any level between 0° and 60°

Angled belt conveyors where the flat belt part hangs over to be inserted in a machine pit often have an underframe of type HE 020 . The H-shaped base stand provides stability and a large height adjustment range.

• Low-priced solution for medium-sized belt conveyors
• Large height adjustment range
• Easy angle adjustment between 0° and 60° through suspension of the conveyor belt in the centre of gravity
• Flat belt can be lowered until floor level

Especially with frequently changing operating conditions (e.g. use on several machines) this conveyor with underframe, type IE 010 can reach its full potential. The gas pressure column with ball bearing guide enables a very easy height and incline adjustment.

• Easy height adjustment performed by one person is possible
• Continuous incline adjustment between 0° and 60°
• The freely overhanging flat belt part can be lowered down to the floor
• Integration in contorted machine pits is possible due to one-sided conveyor belt attachment/suspension

Two gas pressure springs in the underframe type HF 310 enable a comfortable angle adjustment - even with larger belt conveyors - carried out by a person. The continuous underframe provides stability and easy handling and manoeuvrability.

• Easy angle adjustment with gas pressure spring support
• Wheels moveable in lateral direction along the underframe enable a flexible adjustment to different floor heights (e.g. in machine bases/beds)
• Stable frame underneath the flat belt is used as cleat protection/shield at the same time

Angled belt conveyors with long flat belt part are equipped with the underframe TB 110 if lowest feeding heights are to be realised. The flat belt thereby hangs in the underframe and thus, can be lowered to the floor. The angle adjustment of the steep belt is easily possible by means of a gas pressure spring.

• Low feeding heights for long flat belts
• Easy angle adjustment due to gas pressure spring support
• Stable underframe for force-free bend geometry

Angled belt conveyors with long flat belt part are equipped with the underframe HB 310 if lowest feeding heights are to be realised. The flat belt thereby hangs in the underframe and thus, can be lowered to the floor. The angle adjustment of the steep belt is easily possible through two integrated gas pressure springs.

• Low feeding heights for long flat belts
• Easy angle adjustment due to gas pressure spring support
• Stable underframe for force-free bend geometry

The underframe HM 140 is predominantly used with larger angled belt conveyors which have to be equipped with multiple supports for best stability. The supports can be mounted laterally at the frame and can be moved along the profile grooves. Longitudinal, crosswise and diagonal struts (optional) grant for an enormously stable construction, even with heavy loads.

• Extra stable underframe for heavy load or large frame heights
• Flexible arrangement of struts, e.g., to avoid interfering edges
• Height adjustment alng the whole length of profile
• Continuously variable angle between 0° and 60°

Conveying out of the machine at a lowest possible height into small containers - this is the application of the underframe type KB 010. The flat belt thereby hangs in the underframe while the steep belt part freely overhangs forwards.

• Suitable for steep belts of up to approx. 1,000mm long and 400mm wide
• No disturbing supports underneath the steep belt
• Low delivery/feeding heights are possible
• Continuous angle adjustment between 0° and 60° possible

Angled conveyors with short steep belt part are often used as small discharging belts from machines. The underframe KF 010 is the right choice if the material delivery/feed takes place at a little higher position.

• Wheels moveable along the underframe and individually height-adjustable
• Freely overhanging steep belt
• Conveying angle continuously adjustable between 0° and 60°
• Cost-effective underframe

Angled conveyors in L-shape are equipped with the underframe LD 020, if the flat belt part is to be lowered until the floor and at the same time, only very few underframe parts may protrude on the sides.

• Stable standing due to closed underframe
• Continuous height and incline adjustment
• Freely overhanging flat belt part; can be supported additionally, if necessary

For L-belt conveyors installed in water tanks the underframe, type HE 040 is often used. It has a compact design and supports the steep belt part without taking much space in the narrow water tank.

• Low-priced underframe for most permanently installed angled belt conveyors with medium steep belt lengths
• Flat belt is placed in the water tank on skids

Belt conveyors with positive angle of medium size are often equipped with an underframe type LD 020. It always ensures a safe standing and provides high flexibility with regard to height and incline adjustment. For longer overhanging flat belts additional supports can be mounted.

• Freely overhanging flat belt enables centred filling of larger cases or containers
• Steep belt part can be lowered until floor level to accomplish low feeding heights
• Incline angle and height are continuously adjustable

The underframe LD 120 has supports that are laterally attached to the belt conveyor and it therefore offers a large height adjustment range. The stable aluminium profiles in connection with the welded steel underframe always provide stability even with larger conveyor belts.

• Additional elements can be easily mounted in the grooves of the underframe supports (control cabinets, controllers etc.)
• Nearly any height adjustment is possible due to the laterally mounted supports
• Angle is continuously adjustable to any angle between 0° and 60°
• Stable design also for large belt conveyors

The underframe type HM 010 is mostly used with deposit conveyors or larger angled conveyors. The single struts are mounted below the frame of the conveyor and can be continuously adjusted alongside the profile grooves. The profiles made of anodised aluminium are telescopic and therefore adjustable in height. Due to optional stuts in length and width or diagonally, the construction is extremely stable, even suitable lor heavy load.

• Use as robot deposit conveyor or mill feeding conveyor
• Stable underframe without lateraly overlapping elements
• Height adjustment according to profile lengths
• Continuously variable angle between 0° and 60°

The underframe HM 140 is often first choice for larger conveyors. The single supports are mounted laterally at the conveyor frame and can be continuously adjusted alongside the profile grooves.
Optional struts in longitudinal, horizontal and diagonal direction provide for an extremely stable construction - even for heavy load.

• Use a robot deposit conveyor (special version for angled conveyors)
• Stable underframe, suitable even for multi-level conveyors or for attachment of accessories (e.g. lamps)
• Large height adjustment range, flexible according to heights of supports
• Continuously variable angle between 0° and 60°

Apart from the many standard underframe models, there are also the special underframe versions, of course. These are used if special dimensions, applications and conceptual formulations must be represented.

• Adjustment to the corresponding applications/conceptual formulations
• Infinite combination of options is possible
• Additional attachment elements (e.g. electric height adjustment, gas pressure columns, scissor lift tables etc.) can be integrated

In case of steep conveyors we install an underframe LD 010. The closed steel frame guarantees stability. The telescopic aluminium profiles are mounted within the grooves underneath the frame and are designed for steep angles up to 90°.

• Stable underframe with a welded basic frame
• Height adjustment via the telescopic profile lengths
• Extra struts in a longitudinal, horizontal and diagonal direction guarantee exceptional stability for large devices or heavy loads
• Continuous angle adjustment from -90° to +90°

Special requirements need special engineering: The underframe profiles by MTF Technik can be used for endless variations. In this case, the struts are mounted with angle flaps at a vertical conveyor.

• Stable underframe with welded base frame
• Height adjustment via the individual profile lenghts
• Accessories (working lamps, fasteners, switches etc.) can easily be mounted at the grooves of the underframe profiles

Z-belt conveyors that are used e.g. for the filling of larger containers and cases (lattice boxes, cartons, Octabins etc.), mostly have an underframe of type HF 310. It has a fixed frame which is mounted to the lower flat belt part. Here, two gas pressure springs in telescopic supports are attached, which enable a nearly force-free angle adjustment.

• Easy angle adjustment with gas pressure spring supports
• Wheels are moveable along the underframe and individually height adjustable
• Stable frame serves as protection of cleats and corrugated edges
• Freely overhanging upper flat belt part in order to e.g. convey centrically into large containers.

For Z-belt conveyors, which e.g. have to convey at very steep levels due to lack of space, the underframe type LD 010 is suitable. The height adjustment is possible via telescopic supports which are mounted in the lower groove of the conveyor belt profiles by means of supports rotatable by +/-90°.

• Stable steel underframe
• Continuous angle and height adjustment of the underframe
• Flexible attachment of the supports to the conveyor profile and thus ideal adjustment to the corresponding conveying tasks or applications.

Z-belt conveyors are equipped with an underframe of type HF 340, if the feeding area is located higher and the conveying angle is to be changed frequently.

• Height adjustment by means of telescopic supports
• Force-free angle adjustment from 0° to 60° with double gas pressure spring support
• Stable design for elevated material feeding

Long conveyor belts must be supported at several points in order to ensure the required stability. For this purpose, the underframe HM 140 is particularly suited. The individual supports can be fastened in the lateral grooves over the entire belt length.

• Stable underframe for large belt dimensions
• Large height adjustment range; freely definable due to the individual support heights
• Continuous angle adjustment between 0° and 60°

Z-shaped conveyors are equipped with the underframe HB 310 if lowest feeding heights are to be realised. The flat belt thereby hangs in the underframe and thus, can be lowered to the floor. The angle adjustment of the steep belt is easily possible through two integrated gas pressure springs.

• Low feeding heights for long flat belts
• Easy angle adjustment due to gas pressure spring support
• Stable underframe for force-free bend geometry

If highest flexibility is required with smaller conveyors (e.g. use at different production machines), the variable underframe IE 010 is often the best solution. Due to the ball-guided gas pressure column mounted at one side of the conveyor, the height and angle adjustment is very convenient and easy.

• Effortless height adjustment via gas pressure column (Pedal switch for fixing and detaching the height position)
• Suspension of the conveyor in the gravity centre, therefore a simple inclination adjustment between 0° and 60°
• The free overlapping lower part of the flat belt can be put down to the floor for minimal transfer heights
• One-sided fitting of the underframe is very space-saving

Z-belt conveyors with steep belt lengths of approx. 1,500 and 2,500 mm as well as flat belt lengths of up to approx. …

The underframe, type LD 120 is suitable for Z-conveyor belts with longer steep belt parts, high load and heavy attachment parts, such as tunnel metal detectors. The closed, welded underframe forms a unit with the supports and the belt body and provides stability.

• Freely overhanging flat belt parts enable low feeding heights and unhindered disposal e.g. into larger containers or boxes
• Longer flat belts can be additionally supported, if required
• High height adjustment range due to individual support length
• Conveying angle continuously adjustable to any angle between 0° and 60°