Streamlined, Seamless and Simple: 3 Reasons to Get Your Conveyors & Controls from the Same OEM

November 12, 2024

When you hear "conveyor systems," what comes to mind first? Is it the application space or custom motion capabilities? Or maybe throughput rates? "Controls" often aren't mentioned, but in fact controls should be one of the first components considered in conveyor project planning.

Controls Optimize Conveyor Operations

Just like any other part of the production processing line, conveyor systems require controls such as motors, drives, sensors and actuators to move product. The types of controls and location of their integration are based on the conveyor’s function and desired line speed. And not all integration is alike: When controls are an afterthought bolted on after your conveyor is delivered and stood up in your facility, they’re less likely to optimize the conveyor’s potential for efficiency, consistent product flow, and reduced downtime.  

Here are three reasons why getting your conveyor and controls from the same OEM makes sense:

#1. Streamlined production. A conveyor OEM with controls expertise understands the full range of control options, simple to complex. They can design the end-to-end controls system for optimum throughput at the lowest cost.  In contrast, a local shop that specializes in controls but not conveyors may over- or under-engineer the system, resulting in higher costs, more downtime, or the need for extra training for line operators.

#2. Seamless integration. Your conveyor is more than a link in the chain – it influences the way it receives and relays product from the rest of the line. Proper controls that are designed, developed and installed by a conveyor OEM with experience interfacing different machines will ensure the new conveyor integrates and communicates with upstream and downstream operations to keep product moving with the ideal timing and without jams or product damage.

#3. Simple. An OEM that offers conveyors and controls is offering a turnkey solution with several advantages:

• System consistency since the control panel fabrication, software engineering and wiring installation are done by the same company
• Controls are mounted and factory tested before the conveyor ships, ensuring that it works out of the box and also reducing commissioning time
• A single PO, and a single resource for adjustments and upgrades saves you time and effort

Why Customers Love Nercon Conveyor Controls

At Nercon, electrical and mechanical engineers are both on Team Customer. We combine extensive electrical engineering capabilities with the latest in technology and electrical control devices from reliable, time-tested electrical suppliers like Rockwell Automation, Lenze, Marathon, and Leeson. Conveyors and controls are all our blended team does, and they collaborate to deliver simple, innovative solutions proven to work before they ship.   

Talk with our experts about conveyor systems and electrical controls that will work hand-in-hand within your line to meet your production goals. Call us at 844-293-2814 or request a callback.