Fleximate® Integrated Transport Line Cart Drive System

Our Flexi-Flow system consists of an acetal flexible link belt with segmented flights (pads). The belt is flexible in 4 planes: up, down, left and right. The belt is a continuous loop and is guided in a Flexi-Flow channel for both forward and return travel of the Fleximate® carts. Motive power is transferred from the belt to the cart striker bar via drive pads, which are ultrasonically welded to the links of the belt. The frequency of spacing of carts on the line can be changed by the placement of the pads. Combining this feature with a variable speed drive gives infinite variations for production pacing.  The ultra-sonically welded pads are designed for long life and maximum tractive force. In test conditions an 18” cart was able to move 175 pounds before breaking contact with the pads. The drive end and dead end utilize a simple cog which meshes with the underside of the belt and are guarded for safety. Belt dimensions are 3.5” wide and 1.5” long per link.

The Flexi-Flow Powered Belt System is best utilized in a paced line, a long return track, or a return track in a “U” shaped cell. Worksmart Systems Powered Belt System bolts onto the FlexiMate® Transport Line workstations and track sections. Motive power is a fractional horsepower 120VAC or 90VDC reduction gear motor with a variable speed drive. Power from the belt is transferred to the carts via a striker bar assembly which is fastened to the underside of the cart body. Proximity switches, photo sensors, E-stops, signal lights, and other controls can be provided to your specifications.  Our system is inherently safe, as a cart can be disengaged by lifting one end up to break contact between the cart striker bar and the belt. The system has been manufactured to be simple, inexpensive and maintenance free as possible. The motors, drives, are sold separately from the belt system.

Please contact us for custom applications: info@worksmartsystems.com