Gravity Roller Conveyor
Equipment Introduction
Gravity Roller Conveyor is a lightweight conveying equipment driven by gravitational potential energy without motor or power input. Its core positioning is non-powered conveying, low-cost adaptability, simplicity and convenience. Different from the motor-driven mode of motorized roller conveyors (including modular drive types), it focuses on the core demands of short-distance diversion, manual assisted transfer, and low-cost connection in warehousing and logistics, serving as basic conveying equipment connecting various warehousing operations and realizing simple cargo flow.
With non-powered rollers as its core components, this equipment requires no motors, drive units or control systems. Driven by a slight site inclination or manual thrust, rollers rotate freely, and convey cargo smoothly through friction between rollers and goods. It flexibly supports horizontal conveying and inclined diversion, without complicated installation, commissioning or power supply, and can quickly adapt to various site layouts. It is widely used in simple conveying scenarios such as warehousing sorting and diversion, cargo temporary storage connection, outbound review, and small-site transfer.
Gravity Roller Conveyor can be seamlessly connected with manual sorting tables, small transfer carts and warehousing racks. Without any system integration, it realizes simple cargo transfer and diversion, effectively solving the pain points of motorized conveying equipment such as high cost, power demand and complex operation & maintenance. Combining simplicity and practicality, it is the preferred low-cost conveying equipment for small and medium-sized warehouses, small logistics stations and e-commerce sorting areas.
Key Features
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Parameter Item |
Specification (Customizable) |
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Roller Diameter |
Conventional: 38mm, 50mm, 60mm; customizable according to cargo size and weight for simple conveying of small and medium-sized goods |
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Conveying Speed |
0.2m/s~1.0m/s, determined by gravity inclination or manual thrust, flexibly adjustable via inclination, focusing on stable diversion |
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Rated Load |
Single roller: 20kg~200kg; complete machine: 300kg~2000kg, suitable for conveying small and medium-sized lightweight cargo |
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Conveying Length |
Customizable from 0.3m to 20m, supports multi-section splicing, adaptable to narrow areas such as small sites, around sorting tables and beside racks |
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Driving Mode |
Non-powered drive, relying on gravity inclination (0°~12°) or manual thrust, free roller rotation, no motor or power supply required |
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Conveying Angle |
Horizontal conveying (0°, manual assistance required), inclined conveying (0°~12°); guide devices available to prevent cargo deviation |
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Roller Material |
Carbon steel galvanized, stainless steel, engineering plastic optional; smooth and wear-resistant surface, easy to clean, suitable for normal temperature and dry environments |
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Docking Capability |
Connectable with manual sorting tables, small transfer carts and rack discharge outlets, suitable for simple manual assisted conveying scenarios without system linkage |
Core Functions
Non-Powered Simple Conveying
Requires no motors, power supply or complex control systems. Cargo conveying is realized only by gravity or manual thrust. With an extremely simple structure, it can be put into use quickly, meeting low-cost demands of simple conveying scenarios.
Stable Diversion Conveying
Rollers rotate smoothly with low resistance, ensuring jolt-free and stable cargo conveying. It effectively protects small and fragile goods, reduces cargo damage, and is suitable for lightweight operations such as sorting and connection.
Flexible Inclination Adaptation
Conveying inclination (0°~12°) can be adjusted according to site requirements. Horizontal scenarios need manual assistance, while inclined scenarios enable automatic cargo diversion without extra power, adapting to different site layouts.
Modular Splicing & Deployment
Adopts modular design for fast splicing, installation, disassembly and adjustment without large-scale site reconstruction. Conveying length and layout can be flexibly adjusted based on operation needs, suitable for narrow areas and temporary conveying demands.
Simple Docking Adaptation
Can be seamlessly connected with manual sorting tables, rack discharge outlets and small transfer carts. Without system integration, it realizes simple connection of “cargo picking from rack – conveying – sorting” and improves manual assisted operation efficiency.
Basic Safety Protection
Equipped with cargo guide baffles and roller anti-falling devices, effectively avoiding cargo deviation and dropping during conveying, ensuring on-site operation safety and meeting safety requirements of manual assisted conveying scenarios.
Equipment Advantages
Zero Energy Consumption
Requires no motors or power supply, operating entirely by gravity or manual thrust with no energy cost. Unlike various motorized conveying equipment, it greatly reduces enterprise operating costs.
Extremely Simple & Durable Structure
No complex driving parts or control systems, with a near-zero failure rate. It requires no professional later maintenance, only regular cleaning and roller inspection, making maintenance cost almost negligible.
Ultra-Low Deployment Cost
Equipment procurement and installation costs are much lower than motorized roller conveyors. No power wiring or system commissioning is needed, enabling quick installation and operation, helping enterprises achieve low-cost conveying upgrades.
Flexible Adaptability
Compact and lightweight, suitable for narrow passages, around sorting tables, beside racks and other scenarios. Supports multi-section splicing, available for both fixed deployment and temporary mobile use, with strong practicability.
Zero-Threshold Operation
No professional training required. Operators can master it quickly, and cargo conveying can be completed via manual assisted pushing, adapting to the operation capacity of small and medium-sized enterprises and small warehouses.
Wide Scenario Adaptation
Focuses on simple conveying and manual assisted transfer scenarios, replacing manual handling to improve operation efficiency. It avoids complex maintenance and power dependence of motorized equipment, suitable for various simple warehousing scenarios.










