New Conveyors and Benches Help Move Plants More Efficiently in the Greenhouse

By Brian D. Sparks|December 16, 2018

Conveyor and benching system manufacturers have developed new models that offer higher capacity, labor savings, and versatility. Check out the slideshow above for a look at some of their latest offerings.

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Logiqs 2D Shuttle Rolling Bench System (Logiqs/HOVE)

The Logiqs 2D-Shuttle rolling bench system consists of two types of machines that offer growers endless configuration possibilities: a 2D-Shuttle and an A-Track transport line. Automated transport vehicles have a transport capacity of approximately 20 benches per hour, for a driving length of 100 meters. Capacity can be increased by adding multiple lifting platforms. HoveIntl.com
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3D Cranes (Logiqs/HOVE)

3D Cranes are generally used for precision order picking, allowing the grower to pick up any bench in the reach of the crane without the need to reorganize other benches. They offer high capacity and flexibility logistics solutions, creating a broad availability area for the surfaces they serve. Transport capacity depends on how large the served area is.
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Portable Modular Conveyor (Rapid-Veyor)

The PMC is a portable conveyor system that is lightweight and versatile. Conveyors reduce unnecessary labor cost. Moving product from point A to B can be organized and streamlined, eliminating the need to move product by hand or stack on carts. A 100-foot conveyor package can be fully set up by two people in 10 minutes. Rapid-Veyor.com
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Drop-In Drive (Rapid-Veyor)

A recent addition to the Rapid–Veyor PMC (portable modular conveyor), this unique drive system offers versatility to any conveyor (non motorized section). It drops in place in seconds and converts slave sections into driven sections. It is great for shorter runs or setting up corners where users need driven conveyors running perpendicular to the main conveyor line. Design allows the conveyor to lay flat on the ground, not requiring stands. It is great for loading and unloading semi-trailers. The unit has a .5 hp 120VAC motor and variable speed. It weighs about 40 pounds.
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Fixed Benches (KG Systems)

Roll-top benches or fixed benches are the perfect solution for certain cultures. The benches are available in any size and are ideally suitable for both small and large nurseries. Rolling benches are used for quick harvesting of large quantities or when several people have to be working in the greenhouse simultaneously. The benches allow optimal space utilization and provide a comfortable working height. KGSystems.nl
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Container Systems (KG Systems)

KG Systems designs custom systems for any nursery, ensuring that the mobile container system offers the grower true improvement. The systems offer substantial savings on labor, as plants can be placed in any required spacing in the glasshouse and working area. Moreover, the systems allow for optimal space utilization. KG systems manufactures systems for manual use, semi-automatic use, or fully automatic use.