HepcoMotion GV3 and SL2 stainless steel linear slides

Pusher mechanisms on divert lines in the food industry are often required to work 24/7 in order to meet demand. Hepco’s GV3 linear slides perform over long periods without the need for adjustments. The SL2 stainless steel system can operate with food-compatible grease in areas where food is being directly processed.

The spacer slide is suitable for biscuit divert line applications: where other solutions require support beams spanning the conveyor, the spacer slide needs support only at the ends.

Spacer slides are available in widths from 12 to 120 mm, with the choice based on number of carriages, carriage loading and the span to be covered. The most commonly used spacer slides in this application are widths 25 and 44 mm. Individual arms link each carriage with an arm fitted to the carriage to divert the product. The complete assembly is driven by a single motor at the side.

The slide’s low maintenance is achieved by the use of bearing cap wipers providing lubrication to the V slide surfaces.