Screw Conveyors, also referred to as timing screw conveyors, use precisely machined rotating screws to control the position, spacing, and orientation of containers as they move along the production line. These conveyors are essential in high-speed, continuous motion environments, where product flow must be synchronized with the exact timing of downstream equipment. By gripping and guiding each container within the screw’s flights, the system ensures consistent alignment for operations such as filling, capping, labeling, and cartoning.

Screw conveyors are highly customizable, capable of performing multiple functions including feeding, grouping, indexing, turning, combining, and dividing containers based on application requirements. Their mechanical precision allows them to handle a wide range of container shapes and sizes while maintaining tight tolerances for accurate positioning. Key features include:

• Rotating screw design for controlled product spacing and orientation
• Synchronization with downstream machinery to prevent misalignment or jams
• Custom screw profiles to accommodate different container types and line speeds
• Durable construction to withstand high-speed, continuous-duty applications
• Easy integration into new or existing packaging lines

Typical products and applications include:

• Plastic or glass bottles: Precisely aligned for high-speed filling or capping stations
• Jars and vials: Spaced for inspection, labeling, or induction sealing
• Tubes and non-round containers: Rotated or oriented for consistent presentation
• Pharmaceutical containers: Indexed for accuracy in critical packaging operations
• Beverage and personal care items: Grouped or divided for multi-lane processing or case packing

By delivering accurate container handling and synchronized flow control, screw conveyors optimize line efficiency and reduce downtime, making them vital tools in fast-paced packaging and processing environments.