Advanced Drive Solutions for Modern Conveyor Systems

Today's e-commerce fulfillment centers face unprecedented demands for speed, reliability, and throughput. As a Design Application Engineer, you're tasked with creating conveyor systems that can handle thousands of items per hour while maintaining precision control and energy efficiency. The key challenge: how to optimize drive system selection for maximum performance without exceeding budget constraints.

A Series Helical Bevel Gearmotors - Engineered for Versatility

Advanced Drive Solutions for Modern Conveyor Systems

Bonfiglioli’s A Series Helical Bevel Gearmotors, F Series Parallel Shaft Gearmotors, and Active Cube (ACU) Inverters provide highly efficient, configurable drive solutions that empower conveyor manufacturers to design high-performance e-commerce logistics systems.

A Series Helical Bevel Gearmotors - Engineered for Versatility

The A Series delivers exceptional performance across a wide operating range, making it ideal for precision conveyor applications that demand high torque and efficiency.

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Performance Specifications:

  • Torque Range: 885-123,910 in-lb

  • Gear Ratios: 4.9-1,715:1

  • Power Range: 0.22-150 kW

Mounting Configurations:

  • Feet and shaft mount with dual bore options per size

  • Solid shaft, splined hollow shaft, or hollow shaft with shrink discs

  • Multiple mounting positions with universal lubrication

Customization Options:

  • Surface protection up to C5 rating for harsh environments

  • Reinforced bearings for high radial loads

  • Reduced backlash for precision control

  • Torque arm mounting for stability

  • Advanced sealing options

F Series Parallel Shaft Gearmotors

The F Series combines a compact form factor with robust performance, making it an excellent choice for tight-space conveyor layouts.

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Performance Specifications:

  • Torque Range: 1,239-123,910 in-lb

  • Gear Ratios: 6.4-2,099:1

  • Power Range: 0.09-123 kW

Design Features:

  • Space-optimized unibox housing for durability and compact integration

  • Lateral mounting holes for installation flexibility

  • Compact motor coupling system for efficient power transmission

  • Forced gearshaft coupling for stability under load

  • Servomotor compatibility for high-precision applications

  • Four-stage ratio range for precise speed selection

Output Options:

  • Keyed hollow shaft with two dimensions per size

  • Keyless shrink disc fitting for easy mounting

  • Optional plug-in solid output shaft

  • Quick-fit system for efficient installation

ACU Active Cube Inverters - Intelligent Control Integration

Advanced drive control with comprehensive connectivity and energy efficiency. The ACU Series delivers precise motor speed control, energy savings, and predictive diagnostics for e-commerce fulfillment systems.

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Technical Specifications:

  • Output frequency range: 0-599 Hz

  • Protection rating: IP20 (EN 60529)

  • Certifications: UL508c, STO (EN13849 / EN 61508)

  • Compliance: CE, EN61800

Design Features:

  • ACU410: 0.25-400 kW (360-480V, 3-phase)

  • ACU210: 0.25-9.2 kW (200-240V, 1/3-phase)

  • ACU510: 160-400 kW (525V, 3-phase)

  • ACU610: 160-400 kW (690V, 3-phase)

  • Parallel connection capability up to 1200 kW
     
  • Precise positioning control with motor feedback evaluation

Communication Options:

  • Multiple fieldbus protocols: CANopen, PROFIBUS, Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET, Varan

  • Optional I/O extensions

  • Diagnostic keypad interface for real-time monitoring

  • PC connectivity for remote diagnostics and contro

Control Features:

  • Integrated safe torque off (STO SIL 3 / PL e for ACU410)

  • External 24VDC supply for standalone operations

  • Dynamic braking module for energy recovery

  • DC link connection for optimized energy efficiency

  • HTL encoder interface for precise motor feedback

  • Motor temperature monitoring for predictive maintenance

Programmable I/O:

  • 6 digital inputs

  • 1 multifunction input

  • 1 digital output

  • 1 multifunction output

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By integrating Bonfiglioli’s A Series, F Series, and ACU Inverters, conveyor manufacturers can design highly efficient, scalable, and energy-optimized systems that meet the growing demands of modern e-commerce fulfillment centers.

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