Category: Lite Series Conveyors

August 10, 2021 Tabletop conveyors are simple to set up with our “Shortie” conveyor stands and Tabletop feet . With either of these accessories, Mini-Mover conveyors fit on any bench surface where our adjustable Leg Stands are just too tall. Shortie stands and tabletop feet are also useful for leveling uneven flat surfaces and serve well at the...
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July 13, 2021 Each part or product transported with a conveyor often needs unique fixtures for proper alignment. Whether your Mini-Mover conveyor is used for loading, positioning, spacing or unloading, we offer many options. We receive many requests for custom side guides. We’re happy to craft the perfect side guides to position and protect your product during its...
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June 3, 2021 Mini-Mover Conveyors, div. of Whipple Ent., now offers newly Clean Room recertified Lite Series and LP Series conveyors, which include cost-saving belting options, for Class 100 (ISO 5) compliant applications. Modern manufacturing and product development is expanding into more delicate application environments, making clean rooms increasingly necessary. Industries like medical research, food and beverage production,...
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May 27, 2021 Many businesses believe automation is too expensive, disruptive or complex to add or expand in their operations. Mini-Mover Conveyors works to lower those cost barriers, along with partnering with robotics partners who can simplify the training and deployment process for you. With affordable easy-to-use solutions, workers of all levels can be productive immediately — while...
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May 25, 2021 The transport or belting surface on any conveyor is literally where “the rubber meets the road” for its effectiveness on your line. In addition to our many belt-material options, Mini-Mover Conveyors offers numerous belt-cleat options, especially configured for the task you must accomplish. Whether it’s the need for perfect product placement or positioning in automation...
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March 16, 2021 This metal stamping machine is made more efficient with a Mini-Mover Lite Series conveyor to carry off scrap material during production. The automotive parts made here go into Tesla automobiles. Metal stamping operations create metal scrap, which needs to be carried out of the stamper during operation. Our Mini-Mover conveyors are durable enough to withstand...
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March 4, 2021 Whether it’s for high-volume precision machining or a packaging line sorting bottle caps, hoppers paired with an inclined conveyor provide a smooth transfer of components. Our Mini-Mover conveyors have proven to be an ideal companion for these setups. Shown in this photo, collected parts in the hopper will be released onto an inclined, cleated Lite...
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January 26, 2021 Tranferring oily parts is no problem for Lite Series Mini-Mover Conveyors. Here’s a typical hard-working example on the busy shop floor of Anthony Screw Products of Burlington, Ont. Simple automation reduces the need for skilled workers to perform repetitive — but necessary — basic production tasks.
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January 19, 2021 Last year really showed us that manufacturing automation is on the rise for companies small and large. It’s not always beyond-budget. Yet, there’s a real concern among many in the industry that this move toward greater efficiency and productivity will eliminate human jobs. We believe jobs will expand as a result of automation initiatives. Conveyors,...
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January 12, 2021 This fastener manufacturer uses a Lite Series Mini-Mover conveyor to supply the robotic arm with material in this screw machine cell. The conveyor/robot combination allow safe and precise infeed to the machine, with minimal operator intervention. No more human fingers need get close to the machine.  
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