Conveyors for processing organic waste

Streamline your biomass operations with custom conveyor solutions made in the USA.

The biomass recycling industry manages large volumes of mixed organic waste materials. Our specialized conveyor systems are designed to transport and sort vast quantities of biomass organic waste materials efficiently.

Engineered and manufactured in the USA for quality and fast turnaround

Fully customizable in size, layout, chain type, drive, and features

Structural steel construction with precision tolerances

Our biomass organic waste recycling solutions

We make the following conveyors for organic waste processing and recycling facilities.

Trough idler conveyors

Ideal for the precise handling of loose, bulk materials with minimal spillage.

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Roller chain conveyors

Handle heavy loads and large volumes of biomass for processing and recycling.

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Recycling Sort Stations

Sort biomass and separate it from other mixed waste materials.

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See our full line of conveyor solutions for more information.

Biomass conveyor specifications

We engineer and build recycling conveyor systems to your exact needs. Here are some general specs and options; click through to an individual conveyor page to learn more.

Capacities:

9,000 to 25,000 lbs chain pull

Belt widths:

18" to 96"

Roller chain belt options:

Rubber, PVC, steel hinged, apron pan, z-pan

Chain pitch:

4", 6", 9" pitch. 12" pitch for select belts.

Rollers:

3", 4", 5" diameters

Speed:

Variable up to 200 ft/min

Inclines:

Up to 35 degrees

Drives:

5HP to 25HP, shaft mounted

Safety:

Guarding, e-stops, pull cords

Control:

PLCs, HMIs, custom control systems

Our conveyor manufacturing process

Our biomass organic waste recycling conveyors are designed and manufactured in the USA to CEMA standards and tolerances.

Formed using heavy duty steel plate, rectangular tubing, and structural channel

Precision components such as cold-rolled steel shafts and flame-hardened sprockets

All hardware is grade 8 for maximum strength

Painted with industrial-grade powder coating for durability

Designed for simple maintenance access and component serviceability

Goodyear, Flexco belt options resistant to rips, tears, and impacts

Baldor, Leeson, Toshiba TEFC motors selected for 24/7 operation

All systems fabricated by certified welders for structural integrity.

ASTM A36 steel for fabrication per structural code

Premium bearings sized for L10 life ratings, made in USA

Dodge, Nord, SEW drives matched to application torque

Extensively tested and inspected prior to shipment

3/16" and 1/4" thick structural steel frames to prevent flexing

25-35 pound rail track to withstand heavy loads

Our organic waste recycling conveyors deliver exceptional durability, strength, and longevity, year after year.

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About biomass processing

Biomass recycling profitability depends on the efficient collection, sorting, and transport of organic waste, which our conveyors enable. Here are some key statistics:

In 2018, around 25 million tons of yard trimmings and food waste were composted in the US, equal to 8.4% of the total MSW generated.

Globally in 2021, the leading countries for organic waste recycling were South Korea at 95%, Germany at 56%, and Austria at 55%.

The world generates around 3.5 billion tons of organic waste annually. With population growth, this is projected to rise to over 5 billion tons by 2050.

In the US, yard trimmings composting has increased from 7 million tons in 1990 to over 22 million tons today. Food waste composting remains under 3 million tons.

High composting rates are achieved for yard trimmings (61%) and food scraps (15%), but other organics like wood (2%) and paper (4%) lag far behind.

Efficient collection and transport not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also present a significant business opportunity.

By leveraging high-quality conveyor systems, biomass recycling operations can reduce costs and maximize material recovery.