What is the difference of Powered vs. free?

Powered overhead conveyors utilize an electric motor to drive the system and move materials along the track. This is a very energy efficient means of powering the system, having near-negligible energy consumption. Powered systems can also be automated, which can be especially useful in factories that already implement automation in other areas.

Manually operated — often referred to as ''free'' — overhead conveyors require manual labor to move materials along the track. Free conveyors are most effective for large, heavy materials, especially if a high level of precision is necessary.

Combined ''power and free'' overhead systems also exist, which combine a powered track and a free track. The powered track pulls trolleys along the free track, which can be started and stopped at certain points with a blade stop. These are preferred for high volume systems that need a high level of reliability and durability — such as those in the automotive industry.

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