STORCH Steel Hinge Belt Conveyors
Steel Hinge Belt Conveyors for Scrap, Chips, Stampings and Parts
STORCH steel hinge belt conveyors are built for moving metal scrap, chips, turnings, stampings, slugs, parts and other conveyed materials in demanding industrial environments. Available in 1.5", 2.5", 4" and 6" pitch designs, each conveyor is selected around the material, load, space limits, temperature, discharge height and application requirements.
When to Choose a Steel Hinge Belt Conveyor
A steel hinge belt conveyor is often the right choice when the application includes heavy, hot, bulky, sharp, oily or non-ferrous material that is not practical for a magnetic slide conveyor.
Material Conditions
- Heavy or bulky scrap
- Hot material
- Sharp or jagged metal
- Non-ferrous material
Loading Conditions
- Large slugs or stampings
- High-impact loading
- Oily or wet scrap
- Mixed material types
Application Fit
- Applications where magnetic carry is not practical
- Scrap loads that require a rugged moving belt surface
- Layouts that need hoppers, chutes or special discharge options
Best Applications for Steel Hinge Belt Conveyors
Steel hinge belt conveyors are commonly used for industrial scrap handling, part handling and chip removal where a durable hinged steel belt is needed.
Processes
- Conventional and CNC machining
- CNC turning
- Vertical and horizontal milling
- Metal stamping
- Cold heading
- Parts feeding
- Central collection
- Metal processing
Materials
- Metal scrap
- Chips and turnings
- Stampings and slugs
- Forgings
- Finished or rough parts
- Mixed ferrous and non-ferrous materials
Industries
- Metal stamping
- CNC machining
- Automotive manufacturing
- Fastener manufacturing
- Tube mills
- Scrap processing
- Fabrication shops
- Foundries
- Forging operations
- General industrial manufacturing
Steel Hinge Belt Conveyor Series
STORCH steel hinge conveyors are available in multiple standard series. Each conveyor is engineered around the required width, style, loading, material, discharge and duty cycle.
Light Duty
1.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
Compact and durable, this 1.5" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is well suited for moving small parts, stampings, scrap, chips and turnings. Its smaller frame makes it a practical option for tight spaces where a standard 2.5" pitch conveyor may not fit.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 4" to 18". Frame width is belt width plus 4".
| Light Duty 1.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 4" | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" | 14" | 16" | 18" |
| Frame Width | 8" | 10" | 12" | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
Standard specifications
| Light Duty 1.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 5" |
| Belt pitch | 1.5" |
| Cleat height | 0.625" |
| Cleat spacing | 12" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flat faced only |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Gearmotor |
| Standard speed | 5 to 10 FPM |
| Controls | Variable frequency drive (VFD) |
| Head shaft diameter | 1.0" |
| Tail shaft diameter | 1.1875" |
Light Duty
2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
Designed with a shallow 7" frame and tight construction tolerances, this 2.5" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is built for applications where space is limited and smaller scrap needs to be conveyed reliably. It offers a more robust design than a 1.5" pitch conveyor, while remaining more compact than a deeper-framed standard duty 2.5" pitch unit.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 6" to 36". All belt widths are available in 2" increments between 6" and 36". Frame width is belt width plus 4.25".
| Light Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" | 18" | 24" | 30" | 36" |
| Frame Width | 10.25" | 12.25" | 14.25" | 16.25" | 22.25" | 28.25" | 34.25" | 40.25" |
Standard specifications
| Light Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 7" |
| Belt pitch | 2.5" |
| Cleat height | 0.875" |
| Cleat spacing | 12.5" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flanged |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Motor / gearbox |
| Standard speed | 30 FPM |
| Controls | Optional |
| Head shaft diameter | 1.1875" |
| Tail shaft diameter | 1.1875" |
Standard Duty
2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
Designed with a 9" infeed frame and an 8.5" deep frame through the conveyor body, this deeper-framed 2.5" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is built for dependable, long-term performance in demanding industrial applications. It provides a more robust platform than a light duty 2.5" pitch conveyor for handling steel scrap, stampings, chips, turnings and other tough conveying loads.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 6" to 36". All belt widths are available in 2" increments between 6" and 36". Frame width is belt width plus 4.25".
| Standard Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" | 18" | 24" | 30" | 36" |
| Frame Width | 10.25" | 12.25" | 14.25" | 16.25" | 22.25" | 28.25" | 34.25" | 40.25" |
Standard specifications
| Standard Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 9" |
| Belt pitch | 2.5" |
| Cleat height | 1.375" |
| Cleat spacing | 12.5" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flanged |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Motor / gearbox |
| Standard speed | 30 FPM |
| Controls | Optional |
| Head shaft diameter | 1.4375" |
| Tail shaft diameter | 1.1875" |
Medium Duty
2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
Designed with a 9" infeed frame and an 8.5" deep frame through the conveyor body, this medium duty 2.5" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is designed for longer runs and heavier scrap applications where added strength is required. It uses a larger head shaft than the standard duty 2.5" pitch design and is commonly paired with a larger motor when the application requires it.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 6" to 36". All belt widths are available in 2" increments between 6" and 36". Frame width is belt width plus 4.25".
| Medium Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" | 18" | 24" | 30" | 36" |
| Frame Width | 10.25" | 12.25" | 14.25" | 16.25" | 22.25" | 28.25" | 34.25" | 40.25" |
Standard specifications
| Medium Duty 2.5” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 9" |
| Belt pitch | 2.5" |
| Cleat height | 1.375" |
| Cleat spacing | 12.5" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flanged |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Motor / gearbox |
| Standard speed | 30 FPM |
| Controls | Optional |
| Head shaft diameter | 1.6875" |
| Tail shaft diameter | 1.1875" |
Heavy Duty
4” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
This heavy duty 4" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is built for demanding industrial metal handling applications. Its larger pitch and rugged construction make it well suited for moving heavier scrap, stampings and other tough materials.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 12" to 60". All belt widths are available in 3" increments between 12" and 60". Frame width is belt width plus 7".
| Heavy Duty 4” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 12" | 18" | 24" | 30" | 36" | 42" | 48" | 60" |
| Frame Width | 19" | 25" | 31" | 37" | 43" | 49" | 55" | 67" |
Standard specifications
| Heavy Duty 4” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 15.625" |
| Belt pitch | 4.0" |
| Cleat height | 2.375" |
| Cleat spacing | 24" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flanged |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Motor / gearbox |
| Standard speed | 30 FPM |
| Controls | Optional |
| Head shaft diameter | 1.9375" |
| Tail shaft diameter | 1.6875" |
Extra Heavy Duty
6” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors
This 6" pitch steel hinge belt conveyor is built for the toughest industrial steel and scrap handling applications. Its rugged, heavy duty construction makes it well suited for moving large, heavy materials in demanding production environments.
Standard widths
Standard belt widths from 12" to 72". Frame width is belt width plus 11.25". All belt widths are commonly available in 3" increments between 12" and 60", with larger widths reviewed by application.
| Extra Heavy Duty 6” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Widths | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Width | 12" | 18" | 24" | 30" | 36" | 48" | 60" | 72" |
| Frame Width | 23.25" | 29.25" | 35.25" | 41.25" | 47.25" | 59.25" | 71.25" | 83.25" |
Standard specifications
| Extra Heavy Duty 6” Pitch Steel Hinge Conveyors Standard Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Infeed frame height | 21.75" |
| Belt pitch | 6.0" |
| Cleat height | 4" |
| Cleat spacing | 48" |
| Belt design options | Plain, pimpled, perforated, combination |
| Belt rollers | Flanged |
| Standard incline angles | 0° straight, 30°, 45°, 60° |
| Drive setup | Motor / gearbox |
| Standard speed | 30 FPM |
| Controls | Optional |
| Head shaft diameter | 3.4375" optional |
| Tail shaft diameter | 2.9375" optional |
Steel Hinge Belt Series Summary
This summary is intended as a quick comparison only. Final conveyor selection should be based on the material, loading conditions, space restrictions, temperature, coolant exposure and discharge requirements.
1.5" Pitch
Duty: Light Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 5"
Frame Width Range: 8" to 22"
Cleat Height: 0.625"
Standard Speed: 5 to 10 FPM
Drive Setup: Gearmotor
2.5" Pitch
Duty: Light Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 7"
Frame Width Range: 10.25" to 40.25"
Cleat Height: 0.875"
Standard Speed: 30 FPM
Drive Setup: Motor / gearbox
2.5" Pitch
Duty: Standard Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 9"
Frame Width Range: 10.25" to 40.25"
Cleat Height: 1.375"
Standard Speed: 30 FPM
Drive Setup: Motor / gearbox
2.5" Pitch
Duty: Medium Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 9"
Frame Width Range: 10.25" to 40.25"
Cleat Height: 1.375"
Standard Speed: 30 FPM
Drive Setup: Motor / gearbox
4" Pitch
Duty: Heavy Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 15.625"
Frame Width Range: 19" to 67"
Cleat Height: 2.375"
Standard Speed: 30 FPM
Drive Setup: Motor / gearbox
6" Pitch
Duty: Extra Heavy Duty
Infeed Frame Height: 21.75"
Frame Width Range: 23.25" to 83.25"
Cleat Height: 4"
Standard Speed: 30 FPM
Drive Setup: Motor / gearbox
Steel Hinge Conveyor Options and Customization
Steel hinge conveyors can be configured with pitch-specific options and application-specific features for coolant control, impact protection, service access, heat, discharge control and plant mobility.
1.5" Pitch Options
- Drain plug
- Coolant slots
- Casters
- External chain oiler system
2.5", 4" and 6" Pitch Options
- Motor starter
- Variable frequency drive
- External chain oiler system
- Drain plug
- Coolant slots
- Casters
- Discharge chutes
- Brush at discharge end
- Impact rails welded to frame
- Impact bars welded to belt
- Infeed hopper
- Take-up at infeed
- Covered riser
- Liquid tight frame where applicable
- Heat treat belts
- AR steel track
- Center lane dividers
- Heat dissipating bars, recommended when temperatures are 300°F or higher
- External infeed bearings for easier service access
Steel Hinge Conveyor Construction Features
Belt Construction
Steel hinge belts provide a rugged moving surface for carrying scrap, parts, chips and other materials through the conveyor. Belt design options include plain, pimpled, perforated and combination belt styles depending on the application.
Cleats and Belt Pitch
Cleat height and spacing increase as the conveyor pitch increases. Smaller pitch conveyors are suited for compact applications and lighter materials, while larger pitch conveyors provide more carrying area and strength for heavier scrap.
Frame and Infeed Design
Conveyor frame height, body style and infeed geometry are selected around available space, loading conditions, machine layout and discharge height. Liquid tight body designs are available on many configurations when coolant or oil control is required.
Impact Protection
For heavy loading or drop zones, steel hinge belt conveyors can be configured with impact rails, impact bars or other application-specific reinforcement to help protect the belt and frame.
Serviceability
Options such as external chain oilers, take-up arrangements, drain plugs and external infeed bearings can improve maintenance access and help match the conveyor to plant maintenance requirements.
Custom Engineering
Conveyors are configured around the material, belt width, pitch, length, infeed, incline, discharge height, hopper, controls and duty cycle.
Steel Hinge Belt Conveyor Benefits
Handles Tough Material
Steel hinge belts are useful for heavy, bulky, sharp, hot or mixed materials that may not fit a magnetic conveying approach.
Multiple Duty Levels
Pitch and frame options allow the conveyor to be matched to compact spaces, general scrap handling or extra heavy duty applications.
Custom Layouts
Conveyor style, length, incline, discharge height, hoppers, supports, controls and options can be selected around the equipment layout.
Coolant and Oil Options
Liquid tight construction, drain plugs, coolant slots and oil pans can be reviewed for wet, oily or coolant-heavy applications.
Impact Protection
Impact rails, impact bars and reinforced construction can be used where loading is heavy or drop zones are severe.
Service Access
External infeed bearings, chain oilers and take-up arrangements can improve access for maintenance teams.
Steel Hinge Belt Conveyor FAQs
What is a steel hinge belt conveyor?
A steel hinge belt conveyor is an industrial conveyor that uses a hinged steel belt to carry scrap, chips, stampings, slugs, parts and other materials. It is commonly used in machining, stamping, cold heading, parts handling and central scrap collection applications.
How do I choose between 1.5", 2.5", 4" and 6" pitch?
Pitch selection depends on the material size, weight, loading, duty cycle, available space and application severity. A 1.5" pitch conveyor is compact and suited for smaller materials. A 2.5" pitch conveyor covers a wide range of general industrial applications. A 4" pitch conveyor is used for heavier scrap and larger materials. A 6" pitch conveyor is used for extra heavy duty scrap handling applications.
When should I choose a steel hinge belt instead of a magnetic slide conveyor?
A steel hinge belt conveyor is often the better choice when the material is non-ferrous, too heavy for magnetic conveying, too hot for the magnetic conveyor construction or too large and bulky for a stationary slider bed. Magnetic slide conveyors are usually better for ferrous chips, small slugs, stampings and scrap where an enclosed beltless design is preferred.
Can a steel hinge belt conveyor be liquid tight?
Many steel hinge belt conveyor configurations can be built with a liquid tight body, depending on the pitch, frame design and application. The 1.5" pitch conveyor has a liquid tight body as standard. Liquid tight construction is optional or application specific on many 2.5" and 4" pitch designs. The 6" pitch conveyor is not liquid tight, but an oil pan may be used when appropriate.
Can steel hinge belt conveyors handle coolant or oil?
Yes. Steel hinge belt conveyors are commonly used in applications involving coolant, oil or wet chips. The conveyor should be reviewed for liquid tight construction, drain options, coolant slots and other features based on the specific application.
Can steel hinge belt conveyors handle hot material?
Steel hinge belt conveyors can be configured for elevated temperature applications. Heat treated belts and heat dissipating bars may be recommended depending on the material temperature and exposure time. For material temperatures around 300°F or higher, heat dissipating bars should be reviewed.
What belt widths are available?
Available belt widths depend on the conveyor pitch. The 1.5" pitch conveyor is commonly available from 4" to 18" belt width. The 2.5" pitch conveyor is commonly available from 6" to 36". The 4" pitch conveyor is commonly available from 12" to 60". The 6" pitch conveyor is commonly available from 12" to 72", with larger applications reviewed around loading and construction requirements.
Are steel hinge belt conveyors custom built?
Yes. Steel hinge belt conveyors can be configured around belt width, pitch, length, infeed, incline, discharge height, hopper design, frame style, controls, supports and application-specific options.
What information is needed for a quote?
Useful quote information includes the material being conveyed, material size and weight, loading rate, coolant or oil exposure, material temperature, available space, infeed height, discharge height, preferred belt width, machine layout, voltage, controls needs and any photos or drawings of the application.
Need Help Selecting a Steel Hinge Belt Conveyor?
STORCH can help review your material, space restrictions, loading conditions, temperature, coolant exposure and discharge requirements to determine the right steel hinge belt conveyor pitch, duty level and configuration.
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