Spiral/Helical Accumulators elevate containers or packages in a continuous spiral or helical motion to create a vertical buffer above the main production line. Acting like a circulating escalator, these systems manage product flow during temporary slowdowns or machine imbalances, helping to prevent jams or line stoppages. By storing items vertically, they conserve valuable floor space while maintaining continuous movement, making them especially beneficial in high-volume packaging environments such as bottle filling lines, where uninterrupted throughput and spatial efficiency are critical.

These accumulators are designed to handle a variety of container shapes and sizes, particularly round or semi-round items, while minimizing pressure and risk of product damage. Their gentle, controlled movement makes them suitable for delicate packaging needs, and their modular, scalable design allows for easy integration with different production layouts. Key features include:

• Vertical accumulation that frees up floor space and adds significant buffering capacity
• Low back-pressure movement to protect products from damage or deformation
• Smooth, spiral flow that prevents bottlenecks and maintains efficiency
• Consistent product orientation throughout the accumulation process
• Flexible, modular design to suit different line speeds and layouts

Typical products and applications include:

• PET and glass bottles: Accumulated between filling and capping stations to maintain consistent flow
• Aluminum beverage cans: Buffered during labeling or inspection stages in high-speed lines
• Plastic jars and tubes: Gently elevated to accommodate elevation changes between machines
• Pharmaceutical vials: Handled with care during pauses in downstream operations
• Personal care product containers: Stored vertically to avoid scuffing or tipping

Spiral/helical accumulators offer a continuous and compact accumulation solution that maintains throughput and protects product quality, making them a vital component in efficient and space-conscious production lines.