Overhead conveyor line /
ERFAL GmbH
PROJECT:
Surface treatment of sun protection systems
CONVEYOR SYSTEM:
P&F380 – Power & Free overhead conveyor
SYSTEM LENGTH:
260 m.
Project overview
CALDAN supplied a P&F380 Power & Free overhead conveyor system for a surface treatment line at ERFAL GmbH in Germany. The conveyor system is designed for
the efficient transport of metal components used in sun protection systems, ensuring reliable handling throughout the surface treatment process.
Customer:
End User: ERFAL GmbH
Location: Germany
Application:
The conveyor system transports metal parts for sun pro-tection systems through the complete surface treatment process. The solution combines high flexibility, reliable material flow, and precise speed control to maximize production efficiency.
Technical specifications:
Part dimensions (L × W × H): Up to 1,250 × 300 × 4,250 mm
Maximum load: 60 + 70 kg per wagon
Production Performance:
Cycle time (transport + process): 6.5 minutes per wagon
Conveyor speed: 6–8 m/min (variable)
Loading and unloading: Manual in stop position
Process temperature: Max. 220°C
Conveyor System:
Type: P&F380, Power & Free overhead conveyor
Chain type: Cardan chain
Wagon design: 16-wheeled wagon, 22 wagons in the system
Load bar length: 4,250 mm
Total system length: 260 m.
Key Benefits:
– Efficient transport of long metal components
– Flexible Power & Free conveyor operation with variable
speed control
– Reliable performance in high-temperature surface
treatment processes
– Optimized material flow for industrial finishing
applications
This project demonstrates CALDAN’s expertise in designing and delivering Power & Free overhead conveyor systems for surface treatment lines, providing reliable, efficient, and flexible material handling solutions for the metal finishing industry.
