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Chip and Scrap Conveyors

Chip and Scrap Conveyors

Chip conveyor systems are prevalent on CNC machines either as part of the machine or as an accessory. The primary purpose of a chip conveyor system is to remove scrap, or chips, produced by the cutting tool. Also called a scrap conveyor, a chip conveyor is typically operated using a various conveyor control systems positioned adjacent to the conveyor. Chip conveyors must be extremely reliable, as maintenance downtime and loss of production can be expensive.

What Is a Scrap and Chip Conveyor?

Most manufacturing processes require scrap or chip conveyors to collect metal chips or other waste generated during production. The scrap conveyors are integrated into manufacturing equipment like CNC lathes, mills, stamping presses, and other machines to convey scrap and chips to a waste receptacle.

Functions

Scrap and chip conveyors have the following functions:

• Remove scrap material from the machine tool
• Keep industrial facilities clean, safe, and efficient for workers
• Decrease the risk of metal scraps coming into contact with machinery/motors, which may result in costly repairs

Applications

Metal scrap conveyors can be found in the following applications:

• Machining and Grinding of all types
• Recycling
• Casting
• Forging
• Heavy-duty stamping
• Primary metal Processing Machines

Types of Chip and Scrap Conveyors

MC3 Manufacturing carries several types of conveyors to meet specific needs. Their standard features include:

• Coolant Tanks
• Powder coating
• Style customization
• Support legs
• Overload protection
• Chutes
• Simple to complex Discharge Systems