New DustPruf Conveyors from Dorner Give Customers More Today and Tomorrow

    HARTLAND, WI, June 02, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The best just got better. Dorner Manufacturing's new 2300 and 5300 Series conveyors, part of the DustPruf family of conveyors, bring the same industry leading ease of automation, flexibility and performance customers expect from Dorner conveyors plus SmartSlot technology designed into the frame. The SmartSlot provides all the integration and add on capabilities of a T-slot without the inherent drawbacks of slots that collect contaminants or debris.

As implied by their name, the DustPruf 2300 and 5300 Series are essentially "dust proof", thanks to a streamlined frame design that virtually eliminates all catch points where particulates or debris can collect. A common source of dust comes from corrugate or through the packaging process. Also, many granular or fine particle products often become airborne only to fall back onto the conveyors during manufacturing. Lastly, some environments simply need to be cleaner, such as medical and pharmaceutical production, and the DustPruf design delivers.

The DustPruf Series also operates more efficiently in comparison to other competing conveyors, thanks to an FDA-approved, low-friction coating on the bedplate. Reducing the friction between the bedplate and conveyor belt enables the motor to run 20 percent more efficiently -- which lowers energy consumption. Subsequently, the load capacity is 20 percent higher as well with the same motor, allowing for more energy savings over a larger horse powered motor. Plus both frames are recyclable aluminum, which helps ensure a cleaner planet.

The new conveyors are ideal in applications that have dust or debris in the environment or require an occasional wipe-down or spot cleaning. Industries that will benefit from the DustPruf Series include:
- Bakery
- Confectionery
- Pet food
- Clean room
- Pharmaceutical
- Medical
- Health and beauty aids

Since the conveyor frame is smooth with no slots, customers can use the patent-pending SmartSlot system of self-tapping screws and a cordless drill to quickly attach any guiding and automation accessories necessary for their application. A small indentation on the conveyor's frame directs customers to the best place to install these additional components.

For applications involving curves, the DustPruf 5300 Series gives customers the perfect fit. And similar to Dorner's 5200 QWIK conveyor, the DustPruf 5300 provides the added flexibility for customers to modify the conveyor's configuration. What this means to customers is a true cost and time-saving design by being able to modify the conveyor's length or curve to meet changing line requirements. Customers can change a 90-degree curve that used to go left and make it go right without having to purchase additional components. The SmartSlot system is also featured on the continuous smooth finish on the conveyor's curves.

Performance specifications of the DustPruf 2300 Series include:
- Widths between two inches and two feet
- Lengths up to 24 feet
- Motor placement at the end or center of conveyor
- Same gear motors, mounts, drive packages and service parts as the 2200 Series
- Recyclable aluminum frame
- Fast five-day delivery from time of order

Performance specification of the DustPruf 5300 Series include:
- Widths between eight inches and three feet (in two-inch increments)
- Lengths up to 83 feet
- End, nosebar, curve and nosebar curve models
- Speeds up to 260 feet per minute
- Same gear motors and mounts as the 5200 QWIK conveyor
- Flexible guiding
- Recyclable aluminum frame
- Fast 10-day delivery from time of order
The DustPruf Series also comes with compatible stands with the same streamlined design and the SmartSlot System for fast, easy installation.

For more information on the new DustPruf 2300 and 5300 Series www.dustprufconveyors.com

Hartland, Wisconsin-based Dorner Manufacturing is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high-quality conveyors and related equipment. Since 1973, companies from around the world have turned to Dorner conveyors for greatly improved efficiency and productivity. For more information about products or company news, visit Dorner's Web site at www.dornerconveyors.com or call 1-800-397-8664.

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