Zero Pressure Accumulation (ZPA) Roller Conveyor

A Zero Pressure Accumulation (ZPA) Roller Conveyor is engineered to automatically accumulate products without physical contact, eliminating back-pressure and reducing product damage. Unlike conventional powered roller conveyors that rely on a single AC geared motor, ZPA systems use individually motorized rollers in each zone. A photo sensor in each zone detects product presence, allowing precise start/stop control for smooth, efficient accumulati...

Key Advantages

Contact-Free Accumulation

Ensures products do not collide, minimizing damage and reducing wear on both products and conveyor components.

Modular & Scalable

Each zone operates independently, making system expansion or reconfiguration straightforward.

Energy Efficiency

Motorized rollers run only when needed, lowering power consumption compared to continuous-drive conveyors.

Reduced Noise

Low-voltage DC motors tend to operate more quietly than large AC motors and chain-driven systems.

Enhanced Throughput & Control

Each zone can accumulate or release products at the optimal time, increasing throughput and reducing bottlenecks.

Control & Automation

Motorized Roller Control Cards

  • Each zone’s motorized roller is driven by its own control card, receiving 24 VDC power and logic signals from the PLC or zone controller.

Photo Sensors

  • Detect product presence or absence, triggering the roller to run or stop.

PLC / Master Controller

  • Consolidates signals from all zones for coordinated operation.
  • Manages accumulation strategies, release timings, grouping, and pacing.
  • Integrates with upstream/downstream equipment (e.g., scanners, sorters, labelers).

Communication

  • Often utilizes digital I/O or fieldbus protocols (e.g., Ethernet, Profinet, AS-i).
  • Speed and behaviour adjustments are made via the PLC or an HMI.

Key Components

Conveyor Frame

Constructed from steel or aluminum profiles for structural rigidity & Designed to handle loads and maintain precise roller alignment.

Motorized Rollers

Available in Roller Diameter: Typically 50 mm or 60 mm & Internal Motor: DC motor integrated into the roller tube, running on 24 VDC & Drive Heads: Double-groov...

Sensors

Photoelectric (Reflective or Through-Beam) mounted at the infeed of each zone to detect product presence.

Control Cards (Driver Boards)

Convert 24 VDC power into drive signals for each motorized roller & Communicate with PLC/zone controller for on/off and speed settings.

Zone Segments

Zones range from 600 mm to 1800 mm in length, depending on product size and required accumulation & Larger conveyor modules combine multiple zones, typically me...

Supports & Framework

Adjustable height and leveling feet & Rigid “H” or “C” section support legs, depending on load requirements.

Safety & Stop Functions

Emergency Stop & Pull-Cord Switches

  • Immediately cut power to motorized rollers in emergencies.
  • Hardwired into the main safety circuit to meet safety standards.

Guards & Covers

  • Enclose rotating and power-transmitting components to protect personnel from pinch points.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry safety regulations.

Industry Applications

1

Tote & Carton Handling

Ideal for warehouse and distribution centers, ensuring gentle accumulation of small to medium packages.

2

Tyre & Light-Duty Automotive Part Handling

Moves lightweight automotive components along assembly lines with minimal product damage.

3

Light to Medium Pallet Transport

Suitable for pallets within specified weight limits, guaranteeing no contact accumulation.

4

General Warehousing & Manufacturing

Enables buffering and sequencing of items in lean production workflows.

5

Retail, E-Commerce & Sortation

Streamlines order fulfillment with reduced product damage and high throughput.

Technical Specifications

ZPA Roller conveyor designed for controlled product flow without contact, featuring powered rollers, modular construction, PLC-based control, low-noise operation, and efficient automation-ready material handling performance.

Basic configuration

Modular

Conveyor Construction

50 mm, 60 mm x 1.5 mm

Roller Tube Dia & Thk

Steel, Zinc Plated, PU Coated

Roller Tube Material

Powered Roller (24 VDC)

Roller Type (Power)

Fixed Drive Roller

Roller Type (Idler)

Sprocket, Poly Vee, Double Groove on Tube or Timing Pulley

Roller Drive Head

60 mm ~ 100 mm

Roller Mounting Pitch

Dimensions

1 Mtr ~ 15 Mtr

Conveyor Length

Max 2.4 Mtr

Conveyor Module Max Length

400 ~ 1000 mm

Conveyor Width

300 mm 2400 mm

Conveyor Height

5˚ to 8˚ Max

Inclination Angle

Performance

30 Kg, 50 kg Mtr Max

Conveying Capacity

30 ~ 90 Mtr / Min

Conveyor Speed

Powered Roller (24 VDC)

Conveyor Drive

< 70 Dba

Running Noise

(-)10°C to 40°C (humidity 10–95% non-condensing)

Ambient Temperature Range

Structure & accessories

Steel Wheel, Round Tube, U Channel

Side Guide

50 mm, 150 mm, 300 mm, 600 mm

Side Guide Height

Safety Covers, Photo Sensors with Mounting Brackets, Cable Tray

Conveyor Accessories

Tyres, Wheel, Pallets, Carton Box, Plastic Bag

Conveying Products

Control & electrical

By PLC, Roller Drive Card

Sequence Control

By Roller Drive Card

Speed Control

HMI

Man Machine Interface

Optional

SCADA / WCS

Profinet / Ethernet / Modbus

Communication Protocol

Profinet / Ethernet / Modbus

Real Time Communication

Photo Electric Sensors

Sensors

24 VDC

Rated Voltage

3 Phase (360 ~ 440 VAC)

Main Power Supply to Control Box

50 ~ 60 Hz

Rated Frequency

Frame & finish

Made from high-quality CRC steel sheet

Conveyor Frame

Made from high-quality CRC steel sheet

Conveyor Legs

Shot Blasted and Powder Coated

Painting

Gray RAL-7016, Orange Glossy HGS 2302

RAL Colour

CE, ISO 9001, OSHA, UL

Certifications

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