SS Slat Chain Conveyors for Food & Pharma: Hygienic and Robust

When it comes to the food and pharmaceutical industries, hygiene, efficiency, and durability are non-negotiable. Every piece of equipment must meet stringent sanitary and operational standards. That's where SS slat chain conveyors—also known as GMP conveyors or pharma conveyor systems—prove indispensable.

Built from stainless steel (SS), these conveyors combine robust construction with hygienic design, making them a preferred choice in cleanroom and regulated environments.

🧺 What Are SS Slat Chain Conveyors?

SS slat chain conveyors consist of slats or plates made from stainless steel that are connected to a chain and driven by a motorized system. These slats form a smooth, continuous surface ideal for transporting packaged goods, containers, or trays.

In the pharmaceutical and food sectors, where cleanliness and corrosion resistance are crucial, SS slat conveyors meet Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by design.

🌍 Key Benefits of SS Conveyors in Pharma and Food

1. Hygienic by Design
   Stainless steel is non-porous, rust-resistant, and easy to sanitize. This makes SS conveyors perfect for environments requiring daily washdowns, CIP (Clean-In-Place), or exposure to harsh cleaning agents.
2. GMP Compliance
   A GMP conveyor ensures adherence to industry regulations by preventing contamination and facilitating traceability. SS slat chain conveyors are designed with clean edges, enclosed bearings, and easy-to-clean surfaces.
3. Durable and Long-Lasting
   Unlike plastic or mild steel alternatives, SS conveyors resist corrosion, abrasion, and chemical exposure—ensuring years of maintenance-free operation.
4. Smooth, Controlled Product Flow
   SS slat chains provide a flat and stable transport surface, essential for bottles, cartons, vials, or jars. This minimizes spillage, damage, and line interruptions.
5. Customizable to Application
   Parab Conveyor Systems offers pharma-grade conveyors with options like:
   • Slat types: SS 304, SS 316
   • Chain widths: 0–10 inches
   • Load capacity: up to 150 kg/ft
   • Operating speeds: 0–1 m/s
   • Custom layout integration (Z-type, L-type, U-turns)

🚀 Applications Across Cleanroom Industries

SS slat conveyors play a pivotal role in:

• 🍼 Pharmaceutical packaging lines: Blister packs, bottles, vials, ampoules
• 🥜 Food processing plants: Packaged snacks, beverages, spices
• 🎒 Nutraceutical facilities: Capsules, supplements, powders
• ⚖️ Chemical and cosmetic lines: Creams, lotions, tubes

💼 Why Choose Parab Conveyor Systems?

Since 2006, Parab Conveyor Systems has specialized in pharma conveyor systems, catering to demanding environments where hygiene, precision, and consistency are paramount.

We provide:

• ISO-compliant SS construction
• In-house R&D and CAD/CAM design
• Custom GMP conveyor layouts
• Proven use cases across India's top pharma & food companies

Our SS slat conveyors are manufactured with a deep understanding of FDA, WHO, and Schedule M requirements, ensuring full compliance.

✅ Final Thoughts

If your facility demands hygienic, robust, and regulation-ready conveyor solutions, SS slat chain conveyors are your go-to choice. Whether you're upgrading an existing pharma line or setting up a new food-grade facility, these GMP conveyors ensure compliance, efficiency, and long-term value.

✉️ Get in touch with Parab Conveyor Systems today to explore our custom pharma conveyor systems—engineered to meet your production, hygiene, and space constraints.