Precision Conveyor Systems for Automation Integrators

Unlock the full potential of your automation projects with Dorner’s precision conveyor systems – the go-to for system integrators looking to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and tackle even the most complex integration challenges.

System integrators face the challenge of creating efficient, flexible, and seamless automated production lines. At Dorner, we understand these complexities. That’s why we’ve positioned ourselves as a leading provider of advanced conveyor solutions specifically designed to meet the unique needs of system integrators.

Ready to elevate your integration capabilities? Contact our team of experts today to discuss how Dorner’s precision conveyor systems can seamlessly fit into your next automation project.

Industrial Conveyors | Sanitary Stainless Steel Conveyors | Flexible Chain Conveyors | Pallet Systems

Benefits of Dorner's Integration Conveyors

At Dorner, we’ve developed our conveyor systems with a deep understanding of the challenges and complexities involved in integration projects. Our comprehensive range of efficient, reliable, and customizable conveyor solutions is designed to seamlessly integrate with existing automation technologies, offering numerous benefits to system integrators:

✓ Precision Indexing for Accurate Product Positioning

  • Achieve positioning accuracy within .02 inches (approx. .5mm) for critical applications
  • Repeatable performance at speeds up to 370 feet per minute
  • Servo-driven options for ultimate precision and control
  • Ideal for robotic pick-and-place, vision system inspections, and high-precision assembly

✓ Solutions for Reliable Performance

  • Over 50 years of experience in conveyor design and manufacturing
  • Rigorous quality control processes ensure consistent, dependable operation
  • Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) rates exceeding industry standards
  • Reduced downtime and maintenance requirements for improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

✓ Space-Saving Designs

  • Low-profile frames as slim as 0.75 inches for tight spaces
  • Flexible configurations including curved and spiral layouts
  • Vertical solutions to maximize use of overhead space
  • Modular designs for easy reconfiguration as needs change

✓ Industry-Best Transfers for Smooth Product Flow

  • Knife-edge transfers as small as 0.25 inches for gap-free product movement
  • Powered transfer options for positive control of small or unstable items
  • Engineered solutions for challenging products and high-speed applications
  • Minimize product damage and maintain consistent throughput

✓ Low-Profile Conveyors for Seamless Integration

  • Easily integrate with robots, vision systems, and other equipment
  • Improve operator access and sightlines in complex automation cells
  • Facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance in sanitary environments
  • Accommodate overhead obstacles and space constraints
By leveraging these benefits, system integrators can create more efficient, reliable, and adaptable automated systems. Dorner’s integration-ready conveyor solutions not only streamline the integration process but also contribute to improved overall system performance, reduced implementation time, and enhanced long-term value for end-users.

Key Applications for System Integrators

Dorner’s conveyor systems are designed to address a wide range of applications commonly encountered by system integrators. Our solutions excel in the following key areas:

Precision Product Positioning and Alignment

Our conveyor systems provide the accuracy and reliability needed for applications requiring exact product placement. Whether you’re integrating with robotic pick-and-place operations, vision inspection systems, or high-precision assembly processes, Dorner conveyors ensure products are consistently positioned for optimal performance.

Material Handling for Lightweight Plastics and Delicate Products

Dorner offers specialized solutions for transporting fragile or lightweight items. Our conveyor systems can be configured with gentle handling features to safely move sensitive components, ensuring product integrity throughout the automation process.

Elevation Changes for Product Delivery

Efficiently manage changes in production line height with our incline and decline conveyor options. Whether you need to elevate products for delivery to bins or lower them for the next process step, Dorner provides smooth and reliable solutions for vertical transitions.

Robotic Interfaces for Automated Product Unloading and Positioning

Our conveyors are designed to work seamlessly with robotic systems, facilitating automated loading, unloading, and precise positioning. The integration-friendly design of Dorner conveyors ensures smooth coordination between conveyor movement and robotic operations, enhancing overall system efficiency.

Compliance with Industry Standards

Dorner understands the importance of meeting stringent industry requirements. Our conveyor systems can be tailored to comply with various standards, including:
By addressing these key applications, Dorner’s conveyor solutions provide system integrators with the versatility and reliability needed to tackle a wide range of automation challenges across various industries.

Dorner's Integration Conveyor Solutions

Dorner offers a comprehensive range of conveyor solutions specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of system integrators. Each product line is engineered to provide optimal performance, reliability, and flexibility for various integration scenarios.

Industrial Conveyors

Our industrial conveyor range is built to withstand the demands of high-speed, continuous operation in automated environments:
  • Versatile designs suitable for a wide array of applications
  • Precision engineering for accurate product positioning and movement
  • Durable construction for long-term reliability
  • Available in various sizes and configurations to suit different integration needs

Sanitary Stainless Steel Conveyors

For applications requiring strict hygiene standards, our sanitary stainless steel conveyors offer:
  • Compliance with food safety and pharmaceutical industry regulations
  • Easy-to-clean designs for minimal downtime during sanitation processes
  • Corrosion-resistant materials for use in wash-down environments
  • Options for meeting 3-A sanitary standards and FDA requirements

Flexible Chain Conveyors

Our flexible chain conveyors provide the adaptability needed for complex layouts and space-constrained environments:
  • Ability to navigate tight turns and elevation changes
  • Modular design for easy reconfiguration and expansion
  • Suitable for transporting a wide range of product sizes and shapes
  • Ideal for creating buffer systems or managing product accumulation

Pallet Systems

Dorner’s pallet systems offer precise control and positioning for assembly, testing, and inspection applications:
  • Accurate indexing for robotic pick-and-place operations
  • Configurable for various pallet sizes and product types
  • Options for RFID tracking and data management
  • Seamless integration with workstations and other automated equipment
Each of Dorner’s conveyor solutions can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of your integration project. Whether you need high-speed performance, sanitary design, layout flexibility, or precise product control, Dorner has a conveyor system to enhance your automation capabilities.

Seamless Automotion for Your Industry

Food and Beverage

Dorner’s sanitary stainless steel conveyors meet stringent 3-A standards, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations while optimizing production lines for efficiency and hygiene.

Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing

Our FDA-approved conveyor solutions provide the precision and cleanliness required for pharmaceutical production and medical device assembly, supporting compliance with strict industry regulations.

Electronics and High-Tech Manufacturing

Dorner’s high-precision conveyor systems excel in handling delicate electronic components, supporting precise positioning for assembly and testing in high-tech manufacturing environments.

Automotive Industry

Our robust conveyor solutions integrate seamlessly with robotic systems and assembly lines, meeting the high-speed, high-precision demands of automotive manufacturing processes.

Packaging Industry

Flexible and customizable conveyor systems from Dorner streamline packaging operations, accommodating various product sizes and shapes while ensuring efficient, high-volume throughput.

General Manufacturing and Assembly

Dorner’s versatile conveyor solutions support diverse manufacturing needs, from component transport to workstation integration, enhancing overall production efficiency and flexibility.

Cleanroom Environments

Our conveyor systems are designed to meet Cleanroom Class 4 requirement*, providing reliable material handling solutions for sensitive environments in electronics manufacturing and biotechnology applications.

Large Appliance Manufacturing

Dorner’s heavy-duty conveyor systems efficiently handle the unique challenges of large appliance production, offering robust solutions for transporting bulky items, facilitating ergonomic assembly processes, and integrating with testing stations throughout the manufacturing line.

Seamless Integration with Automation Systems

At Dorner, we understand that the success of any automation project hinges on the seamless integration of all components. Our conveyor systems are designed with this principle in mind, offering smooth compatibility with a wide range of automation technologies.

Integrating with Various Automation Systems

Dorner conveyors are engineered to work harmoniously with key automation components, including:
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Robotic systems
  • Vision inspection systems
  • Sensor arrays
  • HMI interfaces
This compatibility ensures that our conveyors can be easily incorporated into your existing automation infrastructure or new system designs.

Smooth Data Communication and Control Integration

Efficient and synchronized operations rely on seamless communication between system components. Dorner conveyors feature:
  • Industry-standard communication protocols for easy connectivity
  • Real-time data sharing capabilities for precise control and monitoring
  • Flexible I/O options to suit various control architectures
By prioritizing smooth data flow and control integration, our conveyor systems contribute to the overall efficiency and responsiveness of your automated processes.

Successful Integrations with Popular Automation Platforms

Dorner has a proven track record of successful integrations with leading automation platforms. As an example of our commitment to seamless integration, we’d like to highlight our innovative mail-order pharmaceutical system system:
This system demonstrates how Dorner conveyors can be seamlessly integrated with advanced control systems, providing:
  • Precise motion control
  • Easy programming and setup
  • Flexible configuration options
  • Enhanced overall system performance
By choosing Dorner conveyor systems, you’re ensuring that your integration projects benefit from equipment designed to work in harmony with the latest automation technologies, leading to smoother implementations and more efficient operations.

Meeting Unique Integration Challenges

At Dorner, we recognize that each integration project comes with its own set of unique challenges and requirements. Our commitment to providing tailored solutions ensures that system integrators can overcome even the most complex automation hurdles.

Customized Conveyor Solutions

Dorner’s ability to customize conveyor solutions is a key advantage for system integrators facing specific challenges:
  • We work closely with integrators to understand the unique requirements of each project
  • Our engineering team can modify existing designs or create entirely new solutions to meet specific needs
  • Custom features can be incorporated to address particular product handling, spacing, or orientation requirements
  • We offer specialized materials and finishes to suit various environmental conditions or industry standards

Modular Conveyor Designs

Our modular approach to conveyor design provides system integrators with unparalleled flexibility:
  • Easy reconfiguration allows for quick adaptation to changing production needs
  • Modular components facilitate simple expansion or modification of existing systems
  • Standardized modules ensure compatibility and streamline future upgrades
  • Reduced downtime during system changes or maintenance

Wide Range of Accessories

Dorner offers an extensive selection of accessories to enhance the functionality and adaptability of our conveyor systems:
  • Guide rails for precise product control
  • Transfer plates for smooth product transitions
  • Sensors and controls for automated operation
  • Custom attachments for specific product handling needs
By leveraging our customization capabilities, modular designs, and wide range of accessories, system integrators can confidently tackle even the most challenging automation projects. Dorner’s flexible solutions ensure that your integrated systems can evolve alongside your clients’ changing needs, providing long-term value and performance.
Whether you’re working on a complex multi-conveyor system or need a unique solution for a specific application, we’re ready to collaborate with you to develop the perfect conveyor solution for your integration project.

Dorner's Engineering and Support Services

At Dorner, we understand that successful integration projects require more than just high-quality conveyor systems. That’s why we offer comprehensive engineering and support services to ensure the success of your automation initiatives from concept to completion and beyond.

Experienced Engineering Team for Custom Conveyor Design and Modification

  • Our skilled engineers work closely with integrators to understand project requirements
  • We offer custom design services to create unique solutions for complex applications
  • Existing conveyor designs can be modified to meet specific integration needs
  • Our team provides expert guidance on optimal conveyor selection and configuration

Comprehensive Installation and Commissioning Support

  • Professional installation services ensure your conveyor systems are set up correctly
  • We provide thorough commissioning support to verify system performance
  • Our team assists with integration testing to ensure seamless operation with other automation components
  • We offer guidance on optimizing conveyor settings for maximum efficiency

Training Programs for Integrators and End-Users

  • Comprehensive training sessions on conveyor operation and maintenance
  • Customized programs to address specific integration challenges
  • Hands-on workshops for practical experience with Dorner systems
  • Online resources and documentation for ongoing reference and support

Responsive Technical Support and Aftermarket Services

  • Dedicated technical support team available to assist with troubleshooting
  • Rapid response times to minimize downtime and resolve issues quickly
  • Preventive maintenance programs to ensure long-term system reliability
  • Spare parts inventory and quick shipping to support urgent maintenance needs
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By leveraging Dorner’s engineering expertise and comprehensive support services, system integrators can enhance their project outcomes, reduce implementation challenges, and ensure long-term success for their clients.

Dorner Tools and Delivery

At Dorner, we’re committed to streamlining the integration process for our partners. We offer a range of tools and services designed to simplify conveyor selection, design, and implementation, while ensuring timely delivery to meet your project deadlines.

DTools Online CAD Design Software

Our user-friendly DTools platform empowers integrators with:
  • Easy conveyor configuration and customization
  • Instant pricing for faster quoting and decision-making
  • Automatic generation of 2D and 3D CAD models
  • Ability to save and modify designs for future projects
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This intuitive software allows you to quickly design and spec conveyor systems tailored to your specific integration needs, saving valuable time in the planning phase.

3D Rendering Capabilities

To further assist with seamless integration into your existing designs:
  • We provide detailed 3D renderings of our conveyor systems
  • CAD models can be easily incorporated into your overall system layouts
  • Visualize how Dorner conveyors fit within your automation cells
  • Identify potential challenges early in the design process

Customization Options through Dorner's Engineering Teams

For projects requiring unique solutions:
  • Our engineering teams can provide advanced customization services
  • We offer modifications to standard designs or fully custom conveyor development
  • Collaborative approach to ensure the final product meets your exact specifications
  • Expert guidance on material selection and special features

Fast Lead Times for Quick Delivery

We understand the importance of timely delivery in meeting project deadlines:

  • Streamlined manufacturing processes for efficient production
  • Large inventory of standard components for quick assembly
  • Expedited shipping options available for urgent needs
  • Clear communication of expected delivery dates
With Dorner’s advanced tools and efficient delivery processes, system integrators can accelerate their project timelines, reduce design complexities, and ensure they have the right conveyor solutions when they need them. Our commitment to providing both cutting-edge design tools and responsive delivery services helps you stay ahead in the fast-paced world of automation integration.

Partnering with Dorner for Integration Success

When you choose Dorner for your integration projects, you’re not just selecting a conveyor manufacturer – you’re gaining a dedicated partner committed to your success. Our approach to partnership is built on several key pillars:

Dorner's Expertise and Experience in Integration Projects

  • Over 50 years of experience in conveyor design and manufacturing
  • Deep understanding of diverse industry needs and automation challenges
  • Continuous innovation to stay ahead of emerging trends in integration
  • Proven track record of successful projects across various sectors

Collaborative Approach to Understanding Unique Requirements and Challenges

  • We listen closely to your specific needs and project goals
  • Our team works alongside yours to develop tailored solutions
  • We offer insights and recommendations based on our extensive experience
  • Flexible approach to accommodate changing project requirements
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Commitment to Delivering High-Quality, Reliable Conveyor Solutions

  • Rigorous quality control processes ensure consistent performance
  • Use of premium materials and components for long-term reliability
  • Continuous improvement of our designs based on customer feedback
  • Comprehensive warranty and support to protect your investment

Focus on Building Long-Term Partnerships with System Integrators

  • Dedicated account management for ongoing support
  • Regular communication to stay aligned with your evolving needs
  • Proactive approach to addressing potential challenges
  • Commitment to your success beyond individual projects
By partnering with Dorner, you gain access to a wealth of expertise, innovative solutions, and dedicated support that can elevate your integration capabilities and drive long-term success.

Get Started with Dorner Today

Ready to experience the Dorner difference in your integration projects? Contact us today.
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