Roller Conveyor Return Line for serves as an automated transport system for the edge banding process in panel furniture manufacturing. Its primary function is to automate the feeding, discharging, returning, turning, and cyclical transport of panels—thereby replacing manual handling—while seamlessly linking the edge banding machine with upstream and downstream equipment to ensure a continuous and highly efficient workflow.
Basic configuration
Motor Power: 2.35KW
Voltage: Three-phase 380V
Motor: Guoyou
PLC: Innovance
Inverter: Innovance
Photoelectric Switch: SICK (NPN Input)
Drive Belt: Libo, PU Material
Universal Wheel Platform: Universal Wheel Platform, Pneumatic Control
Roller Material: φ56 Rollers, 3mm Thick Gray Silicone
Roller Spacing: 250mm
Longitudinal and Lateral Movement: Four-bar Synchronous Lifting
Mechanism
Main Beam Material: 50×240 Aluminum Profile
Main Frame: 3mm Sheet Metal Bending, Welding, External Painting
Line Load: ≤70kg/m
Working Speed: 10-35m/min
Function
Horizontal transfer-conveying -lifting and feeding
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Description
Roller conveyor return line is for connecting one edge banding machine to finish 4 side edge banding .Processing steps as below:
During the first edge-banding pass, once the workpiece reaches the end of the roller conveyor, sensors trigger a lift mechanism; following lateral transfer via conveyor belt, the workpiece is lowered back down.
It then proceeds to the extended roller conveyor line, arriving at the infeed section, which features a pneumatic lift-and-float table. The operator raises this table, pivots the workpiece, and pushes it into the infeed opening
to undergo the second edge-banding pass (this process is repeated for the third and fourth passes).
Use Scenarios
- Single-Machine Edge banding Roller conveyor Return Line: A single edge banding machine paired with a U-shaped roller return line allows panels to automatically loop back after one side is edged. This enables a single operator to complete the four-sided edge banding cycle, making it ideal for small-to-medium batch production and multi-specification orders.
- Heavy-Duty / Large Panel Conveying: Features reinforced heavy-load rollers (load capacity ≤ 2000 kg), making it suitable for conveying large, heavy workpieces such as wooden doors, large cabinet panels, and office furniture boards.
- Flexible Production Adaptability: Combines variable frequency speed control with rapid changeover capabilities. This facilitates the production of small-batch, high-variety custom furniture, allowing for quick switching between different panel specifications and edge banding processes.
- Typical Application Scenarios
- Custom Panel Furniture Factories: Edge banding for cabinet bodies and door panels (e.g., for kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, shoe cabinets). Ideal for small-to-medium batches and multi-specification orders, with a focus on labor savings, efficiency gains, and quality assurance.
- Wooden Door / Whole-House Woodworking Factories: Edge banding for heavy, large panels such as solid wood doors, composite doors, and wall paneling. Requires heavy-duty conveying capabilities, scratch prevention, and continuous operation.
- Upgrading Small-to-Medium Furniture Workshops: Replaces manual handling with low-cost automation upgrades to boost competitiveness and optimize processes for order-based production.
- High-End Furniture / Export Orders: Edge banding for sensitive panel materials—such as high-gloss boards, PET boards, and natural wood veneers—demanding zero scratches, high precision, and exceptional operational stability.
Machine advantage
**1. Labor Savings & Significant Cost Reduction**
◦ Reduces the required workforce for a single machine setup from two operators (one for feeding, one for discharging) to just one, effectively halving labor costs.
◦ Replaces heavy manual lifting with mechanical automation, thereby reducing labor intensity and the risk of workplace injuries, while adhering to ergonomic principles.
**2. Doubled Efficiency & Increased Throughput**
◦Boosts operational efficiency by 30%–100%, perfectly complementing the high-speed processing capabilities (15–23 m/min) of modern edge banding machines.
◦ Supports continuous 24-hour operation, maximizing equipment utilization and delivering distinct advantages for batch production environments.
**3. Space Optimization & Flexible Layouts**
◦ Features a U-shaped or circular design with a compact footprint, saving approximately 40% of workshop floor space and facilitating easy capacity expansion for small to medium-sized factories.
◦ Employs a modular assembly system that supports various combinations—including horizontal, turning, and inclined sections—allowing the layout to be fully customized and adjusted to suit specific on-site requirements.
**4. Panel Protection & Consistent Quality**
◦ Equipped with PVC rubber rollers that ensure gentle contact, resulting in zero scratches and zero pressure marks; ideal for handling sensitive panel surfaces such as high-gloss finishes, melamine laminates, and natural wood veneers.
◦ Delivers smooth, stable conveying and precise positioning, ensuring high consistency in edge banding accuracy and significantly reducing the need for rework. 5. Energy-Efficient, Durable, and Easy to Maintain
◦ Aluminum alloy frame and wear-resistant rubber rollers ensure a service life of 10–15 years; variable frequency drive ensures low energy consumption during standby.
◦ Standardized components are easily replaceable, resulting in low maintenance costs, fewer potential failure points, and reliable operation
Rubber roller
High-Quality Rubber-Coated Roller
2mm-thick rubber-coated roller: features a smooth surface, high wear resistance, and low runout, making it suitable for the conveyance of panels.
Main beam
aluminum Main beam
The 50mm x 240mm aluminum profile provides sturdy support, offering a sleek and substantial appearance. It facilitates high-speed line operation with minimal vibration, ensuring the stable conveyance of materials.
Auxiliary Feeding Device
Big panel auxiliary Feeding Device
Facilitates smoother turning of the large board.
Cylinder
Cylinder Lifting up and down
Features a four-bar linkage synchronous lifting , ensuring smooth elevation, low noise, and stable lifting performance.
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