Horizontal belt conveyor Manufacturer in India
Horizontal Belt Conveyor Manufacturer in India — Slider Bed & Roller Bed
Slider bed and roller bed flat belt conveyors — custom-engineered for FMCG, warehousing, logistics, packaging, food processing, and automotive horizontal material handling. Custom widths and lengths. MS and SS304/SS316 construction. Fabricated in Ghaziabad. PAN India installation.
Horizontal Belt Conveyor — India's Most Widely Used Flat Conveyor
A horizontal belt conveyor moves products on a continuous flat belt at a controlled, consistent speed across a level plane. It is the most widely deployed conveyor type in Indian industry — used in FMCG, warehousing, logistics, packaging, food processing, and automotive plants. Neo Conveyors has manufactured custom horizontal belt conveyors since 2007 in two primary configurations: slider bed and roller bed.
200–2000 mm
Custom fabrication
0.1–60 m/min
MS / SS304 / SS316
Free conveyor selection included: Share your product dimensions, weight, required belt width, and conveyor length. Our engineers recommend slider bed or roller bed, belt type, drive specification, and frame material — and send a GA drawing with the quotation at no charge. Send product details →
Slider Bed vs Roller Bed — Which Do You Need?
Both use the same flat belt, motor drive, and frame structure. The difference is what supports the belt from underneath — and that determines which products and lengths each is suited for.
Slider Bed Horizontal Belt Conveyor
A continuous flat steel or UHMWPE polyethylene plate sits under the belt — providing a smooth, gap-free, fully supported surface. Products of any base size and shape move without risk of tipping into gaps. Ideal for light to medium products, short-to-medium lengths, and any application where a gap-free surface is required.
Best product weight: up to ~50 kg/m · Typical lengths: 0.5–15 m
Best for: Cartons, pouches, bottles, food, pharma, small components
Roller Bed Horizontal Belt Conveyor
Spaced support rollers replace the slider plate under the belt — dramatically reducing belt tension and motor power needed for heavy loads and long conveyor runs. Ideal for heavy cartons, pallets, industrial parts, and any long-length conveyor where a slider bed would require an oversized motor or cause excessive belt wear.
Best product weight: 50–500+ kg/m · Typical lengths: 5–100 m+
Best for: Heavy cartons, pallets, industrial parts, long lines
Belt Material Selection Guide
| Belt material | Best for | Temp. limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVC (general purpose) | Standard industrial | Up to 60°C | Most economical — cartons, boxes, components |
| PU (polyurethane) | Light assembly, clean room | Up to 80°C | Better oil/chemical resistance than PVC |
| White PU food-grade | Direct food contact | –10°C to 80°C | FDA/EU compliant — bakery, snacks, dairy |
| Rough-top PVC | Slight incline grip | Up to 60°C | Textured top prevents product slip on grades |
| Anti-static PVC | Electronics / ESD sensitive | Up to 60°C | Grounded to frame — prevents static buildup |
| Heat-resistant rubber | Hot product handling | Up to 180°C | For hot-baked or post-oven product lines |
| Modular plastic belt | Washdown / food GMP | –40°C to 100°C | Individual modules replaceable; SS frame option |
How a Horizontal Belt Conveyor Works
Simple in principle — a motor drives an endless belt between two end pulleys. Getting belt width, belt type, speed, motor size, and bed type right for your product is where engineering matters.
Product placed at infeed
Product is placed on the belt at the infeed end — manually, by a robot, or from a previous conveyor. Side guides keep product centred during travel.
Motor & drive pulley
A geared motor drives the head (drive) pulley at a set speed via VFD. The belt wraps around the pulley and is pulled forward — the tail pulley at the infeed keeps belt tension.
Slider or roller bed support
The carrying run of the belt rests on either a flat slider plate (slider bed) or spaced support rollers (roller bed). The return run hangs beneath — or is supported by return rollers on long conveyors.
Discharge at outfeed
Product discharges over the head pulley into a chute, another conveyor, or a workstation. Pop-up diverters, side transfers, or reject gates can be integrated at any point.
Engineering note: Belt width = product width + 2× side clearance (min 50 mm per side). Motor power = belt tension × belt speed ÷ efficiency factor. Send your product and length for a free calculation.
Why Choose a Horizontal Belt Conveyor
The horizontal belt conveyor delivers the widest product compatibility, most flexible layout options, and lowest total cost of any powered flat conveyor.
Handles virtually any product
Cartons, pouches, bottles, bags, components, food — any product with a flat or semi-flat base moves reliably on a flat belt surface.
Precise VFD speed control
Variable frequency drive adjusts belt speed from creep to full speed — matching upstream and downstream equipment.
Custom width & length
Fabricated to your exact belt width (200–2000 mm) and length — not cut to fit a catalogue standard.
Food-grade & GMP options
SS304/SS316 frame with white PU or modular plastic food-grade belt for direct food contact lines.
Easy belt replacement
Belt is the primary wear item — accessed from the side or by loosening the tail pulley. No special tools.
Automation integration ready
Provisions for sensors, reject gates, side transfers, and PLC/SCADA integration at design stage.
Who Uses Horizontal Belt Conveyors
Horizontal belt conveyors are the backbone of product flow in almost every Indian manufacturing and logistics facility.
FMCG & Packaging
Carton, pouch, bottle, and pack movement between filling, sealing, labelling, inspection, and case packing.
Warehousing & Logistics
Parcel, carton, and case movement from receiving docks through sortation, pick zones, and despatch.
Food Processing
Food-grade white PU or modular plastic belt conveyors for direct food contact — bakery, snacks, dairy, frozen food.
Pharmaceutical
SS304/SS316 flat belt conveyors for blister packs, bottles, cartons, and pouches on GMP-compliant lines.
Automotive
Component and sub-assembly transfer between machining, washing, inspection, and assembly stations.
E-commerce & Fulfilment
Parcel and packet movement through pick-and-pack, scan, weigh, sort, and despatch at high speed.
Horizontal Belt Conveyor — Technical Specifications
All conveyors are made-to-order. Every project starts with your product dimensions, weight, belt width, and required conveyor length.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Conveyor type | Slider bed / Roller bed / Modular belt |
| Belt width | 200 mm to 2000 mm (custom) |
| Belt speed | 0.1 m/min to 60 m/min (VFD adjustable) |
| Conveyor length | 0.5 m to 100 m+ (custom or multi-section) |
| Belt material | PVC / PU / White PU food-grade / Anti-static / Rough-top / Modular plastic |
| Frame material | MS (powder-coated / epoxy) / SS304 / SS316 / Aluminium |
| Drive pulley | Lagged rubber / crowned steel |
| Tail pulley | Self-cleaning wing / flat |
| Slider bed | Cold-rolled steel plate / UHMWPE sheet |
| Idler rollers (roller bed) | 50 mm to 89 mm dia., spacing as per load |
| Drive | Geared motor with VFD (SEW / Bonfiglioli / equivalent) |
| Working height | 700 mm to 1000 mm (adjustable leg options) |
| Side guides | Fixed / adjustable MS or SS side rails |
| Food / GMP | SS304/SS316 with food-grade belt and hygienic design |
| Power supply | 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz |
Products We Handle
- Cartons & Boxes
- Pouches & Sachets
- Bottles & Jars
- Cans & Tins
- Bags (stitched/sealed)
- Food Products
- Bakery Items
- Pharma Cartons
- Blister Packs
- Auto Components
- E-comm Parcels
- Electronic Items
- Plastic Tubs / Trays
- Metal Components
- Heavy Pallets (roller bed)
- Drums & Barrels
Slider Bed vs Roller Bed — Side by Side
| Factor | Slider bed belt conveyor | Roller bed belt conveyor |
|---|---|---|
| Under-belt support | Flat continuous plate — gap-free | Spaced idler rollers |
| Product base size | Any size — no minimum | Product must bridge roller gaps |
| Product weight | Light to medium (up to ~50 kg/m) | Medium to heavy (50–500+ kg/m) |
| Long conveyors (15 m+) | Motor oversizes — belt wear increases | Lower tension — efficient long runs |
| Power consumption | Higher — belt slides on plate | Lower — belt rolls on idlers |
| Capital cost | Lower — simple bed | Slightly higher — roller components |
| Best application | Light products, short–medium length, food, pharma | Heavy products, long lines, industrial |
Horizontal Belt Conveyor vs Roller Conveyor
| Factor | Horizontal belt conveyor | Roller conveyor |
|---|---|---|
| Product base requirement | Any product — belt supports fully | Flat rigid base required |
| Small / irregular products | Handles easily — belt is solid | Risk of falling into roller gaps |
| Drive required | Motor needed for all lengths | Gravity type — no motor needed |
| Speed consistency | Precise — VFD controlled | Gravity speed varies with load |
| Accumulation | Belt continues — needs stop gates | Free-roller zones accumulate easily |
| Noise | Quieter — belt dampens vibration | Roller rumble on heavy loads |
Need gravity roller accumulation? Roller Conveyors →
Horizontal Belt Conveyor — Real Installation Results
Three representative installations across food, logistics, and FMCG — different belt types, conveyor lengths, and product families.
Food Processing — Slider Bed SS, Biscuit Packing Line
Biscuit manufacturer needed a 12 m food-grade belt conveyor carrying packed biscuit cartons from flow-wrap machines to a case packer. GMP food-grade SS304 slider bed conveyor with white PU belt, adjustable side guides, and tail-end divert gate installed.
- White PU belt — direct food contact approved
- Washdown IP65 motor — daily CIP without issues
- 12 m length, zero tracking issues in 14 months
E-commerce Fulfilment — Roller Bed MS, Parcel Sortation
Fulfilment centre needed a 45 m roller bed belt conveyor carrying parcels (0.5–15 kg) at 30 m/min through scan, weigh, and sort zones. Roller bed MS conveyor with VFD and 5 integrated divert belts installed across a mezzanine level.
- 45 m at 30 m/min — 7.5 kW motor (slider would need 15 kW)
- 5 divert belts integrated into the main line
- 3,800 parcels/hour sustained across 3 shifts
FMCG Plant — Slider Bed MS, Shampoo Bottle Line
Personal care manufacturer needed a 22 m belt conveyor system (3 sections with bends) carrying shampoo and conditioner bottles through filling, capping, and labelling. Anti-static PVC belt with bottle side guides and pop-up stops at each station.
- Anti-static belt — no label static adhesion issues
- 3 sections linked via PLC — coordinated speed zones
- Bottle jam frequency: down 90% vs previous conveyor
Horizontal Belt Conveyors — Live at Customer Plants
Real Neo Conveyors horizontal belt conveyor systems in operation — slider bed and roller bed configurations at customer facilities across India.
Belt Conveyor Systems in Operation
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Manufacturer, Not a Trader
Every horizontal belt conveyor is designed, fabricated, and tested in-house at our Ghaziabad plant — then installed by our own engineers. No dealers. No sub-contractors.
Product-first engineering since 2007
We start with your product dimensions, weight, and line layout — and select slider bed or roller bed, belt type, and motor accordingly.
Custom width and length — no catalogue limits
Belt widths from 200 mm to 2000 mm. Any length — single section or multi-section with joins.
Full material range — MS to SS316 food grade
Standard MS powder-coated for dry industrial use through to full SS316 GMP food-grade with white PU belt and washdown IP65 motor.
PAN India — own engineers install
Installation, commissioning, VFD commissioning, and belt tracking by Neo Conveyors' own team.
Belt & spare parts stocked for all models
Replacement belts, pulleys, bearings, and drive components stocked for every conveyor we manufacture. AMC available.
2–4 week lead time — committed in writing
Standard horizontal belt conveyors delivered in 2–4 weeks from order. Longer food-grade SS systems in 4–6 weeks.
Horizontal Belt Conveyor — Industrial Buyer FAQs
What is a horizontal belt conveyor?
A horizontal belt conveyor is a powered material handling system that moves products on a continuous flat belt at a controlled speed across a level plane. It is the most widely used conveyor type in Indian industry — deployed in FMCG, warehousing, logistics, food, pharma, and automotive plants.
What is the difference between a slider bed and roller bed belt conveyor?
A slider bed belt conveyor uses a continuous flat plate (steel or UHMWPE) under the belt — providing a gap-free surface suitable for any product size and shape. Best for light to medium products and short-to-medium conveyor lengths. A roller bed belt conveyor uses spaced idler rollers under the belt instead of a plate — reducing friction significantly, making it suitable for heavy products and long conveyor runs.
What belt material should I choose for a food or pharma conveyor?
For direct food contact, specify white PU (polyurethane) food-grade belt — FDA and EU food regulation compliant. For pharma carton lines not in direct contact with product, standard PVC or PU with SS frame is typical. For washdown-intensive environments, modular plastic belt with SS304/SS316 frame and IP65 motor is recommended.
What is the maximum belt width and length available?
Neo Conveyors manufactures horizontal belt conveyors with belt widths from 200 mm to 2000 mm. There is no maximum length — longer runs are fabricated in sections with intermediate supports and joined on site.
Can the belt speed be adjusted?
Yes — all Neo Conveyors horizontal belt conveyors are supplied with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) as standard, allowing belt speed to be adjusted from very slow to high speed. Multi-zone VFD with independent speed sections is also available.
How is a horizontal belt conveyor different from a roller conveyor?
A horizontal belt conveyor uses a continuous belt surface — supporting any product including those with small, irregular, or soft bases. It requires a motor for all lengths. A roller conveyor uses spaced rollers — suitable only for products with flat, rigid bases. See our Roller Conveyors page for details.
What is the price of a horizontal belt conveyor in India?
Price depends on conveyor type (slider/roller bed), belt width, conveyor length, belt material, frame material, and VFD specification. Contact Neo Conveyors at +91-9654112235 or WhatsApp for a no-obligation quotation.
What is the delivery and installation lead time?
Standard MS horizontal belt conveyors: 2–3 weeks from order confirmation. SS food-grade and longer multi-section systems: 4–6 weeks. Installation by Neo Conveyors' own engineers — typically 1–3 days depending on length and complexity.
Horizontal Belt Conveyor Manufacturer Across India
Manufactured at our Ghaziabad facility — installed and commissioned by our own engineers across all Indian states.
Uttar Pradesh & Delhi NCR
Ghaziabad (HQ), Noida, Greater Noida, Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Meerut, Moradabad, Mathura, Aligarh, Sahibabad, New Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Manesar, Bhiwadi, Bawal, Neemrana, Sonipat, Kundli, Rohtak
Haryana, Punjab & Rajasthan
Panipat, Ambala, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Mohali, Karnal, Yamunanagar, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Alwar, Bhiwadi, Chittorgarh
Gujarat & Maharashtra
Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Gandhinagar, Bharuch, Vapi, Anand, Morbi, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan, Navi Mumbai, Kolhapur
Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh & South India
Indore, Bhopal, Pithampur, Dewas, Raipur, Bhilai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Kochi, Hosur, Visakhapatnam, Mysuru, Madurai
East, Central India, Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh
Kolkata, Jamshedpur, Patna, Ranchi, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Durgapur, Haridwar, Roorkee, Rudrapur, Dehradun, Baddi, Solan, Kashipur
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Share your product dimensions, weight, belt width, and conveyor length. Our engineers recommend slider bed or roller bed, belt type, and send a GA drawing with quotation at no charge.
