Carrier’s standard bag flattener conveyor systems quickly flatten bottom-heavy, irregular-shaped bags and convey to a palletizing area.
With an easy-to-install design and proven performance, our bag flatteners provide efficient operations with little maintenance requirements. Our bag flattener systems feature removable and adjustable angle levels to effectively flatten different bagged products.
Features and benefits of Carrier bag flatteners:
- Maximum bag size: 24 inches wide x 31 inches long x 7 inches high.
- Removable and adjustable leveling angles for better control of different bagged products.
- “Ruff-Top” liner prevents bag damage; no bag tearing or pinching.
- Fines scalping section for removal of loose dirt and debris.
- Heavy duty, natural frequency bag flattener unit precisely tuned to specific stroke, frequency, and angle of incline to flatten and convey bagged bulk solids.
- Our bag flatteners are proven to provide easy installation, low maintenance and minimum downtime.
Bag Flatteners FAQs
What is the purpose of a bag flattening conveyor?
A bag flattening conveyor compresses filled bags to remove trapped air, evenly distribute product, and create a uniform, stable profile before palletizing or shipping. This improves stackability and reduces load shifting during transport.
What types of bags can Carrier’s bag flatteners handle?
Carrier’s bag flattening conveyors are designed to accommodate paper, poly, woven polypropylene, and multi-wall bags containing powders, granules, pellets, and other dry bulk materials.
Where should a bag flattening conveyor be installed in a packaging line?
Bag flatteners are typically installed after the bag filling and sealing station and before palletizing, stretch wrapping, or robotic handling systems to ensure consistent bag shape and height.
How does a bag flattener improve pallet stability?
By compressing and leveling each bag, the system creates a more uniform pallet layer. This reduces voids, minimizes leaning, and improves overall load integrity during storage and shipment.
Can Carrier customize a bag flattening conveyor for my application?
Yes. Carrier Vibrating Equipment can engineer bag flatteners to meet specific throughput rates, bag sizes, material characteristics, and integration requirements within existing or new packaging lines.
What industries commonly use bag flattening conveyors?
Industries such as agriculture, food processing, pet food, chemicals, minerals, cement, and specialty powders commonly use bag flatteners to improve packaging efficiency and pallet quality.
What maintenance is required for a bag flattening conveyor?
Carrier designs equipment for durability and ease of maintenance. Routine inspections, belt or roller checks (depending on configuration), and standard mechanical servicing help ensure long-term reliable operation.