A major distribution center needed to modernize and expand its conveyor system to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance. Their existing line shaft and flexible conveyors were no longer meeting performance expectations, so they turned to Rolmaster Conveyors for a low-maintenance, high-reliability solution using O-Ring MDR conveyors.

Project Highlights

• Industry: Parcel & Distribution
• Application: High-volume package handling and sorting
• Challenges:
  • Outdated line shaft conveyors requiring frequent maintenance
  • Need for seamless integration with docked trucks for unloading
  • Space constraints requiring MDR curves for maneuvering around facility columns
  • Must support 50 lbs per foot while ensuring long-term reliability

Solution

Rolmaster supplied a Modular MDR Conveyor System featuring:
✔ O-Ring MDR conveyors to replace aging line shaft systems
✔ Seamless trailer integration for efficient truck unloading
✔ MDR curves for optimized space utilization
✔ Removable conveyor sections for easy maintenance access

Results & Benefits

✅ Improved Reliability – Low-maintenance MDR technology reduces downtime
✅ Enhanced Efficiency – Faster package handling from dock to sorting area
✅ Optimized Layout – Custom MDR curves allow smooth flow around obstacles
✅ Future Scalability – The success of this system has led to plans for additional facility upgrades

📞 Looking to upgrade your distribution center’s conveyor system? Contact us today to explore how Rolmaster can optimize your operations!