MPI’s Beltless Magnetic Conveyors (BLM) deliver dependable, positive control of ferrous materials in metalworking and industrial applications. Engineered for durability and uptime, the BLM series is available in multiple models and configurations to handle metal stampings, turnings, chips, fasteners, and scrap with consistent efficiency. With customizable layouts—including dogleg, extended‑discharge, horizontal, and incline designs—and optional feeders, hoppers, and other system components, these conveyors can be tailored into a complete material handling solution.
For applications requiring magnetic control on high‑speed horizontal or inclined‑to‑vertical paths, MPI’s Magnetic Belt Conveyors provide secure transport of ferrous parts across fabric, table‑top, and stainless‑steel mesh belting. Both conveyor families offer extensive design options and seamless integration with ancillary equipment, ensuring reliable performance in demanding production environments.
Impact-Resistant Slider Bed
MPI’s Beltless Magnetic Conveyor is engineered for reliable, low‑maintenance handling of sharp, oily, hot, or abrasive ferrous materials—without the drawbacks of traditional conveyor belts. A series of high‑strength magnets mounted to a moving chain assembly glide beneath a smooth stainless‑steel slider bed, delivering consistent material movement while eliminating belt wear, tracking issues, and frequent maintenance.
Designed for demanding metalworking applications, the BLM series efficiently moves metal scrap, turnings, chips, fasteners, and other ferrous parts. Multiple models and configuration options, including integrated feeders and hoppers, allow the system to be tailored for rugged, continuous operation.
Key performance features include a liquid‑tight sealed housing, an internal self‑adjusting chain tensioning system, and a heavy‑duty stainless‑steel slider bed that supports long service life with minimal upkeep. American‑made drive packages further enhance durability, uptime, and overall conveyor performance.
Configuration & Integration Options
Magnet Strength: Standard or high‑intensity rare‑earth options
Slider Bed Surface: Hardened stainless steel for increased wear resistance
Incline Styles: Horizontal, incline, Z‑style, or custom angles
Coolant Management: Optional coolant collection or drainage ports for machining environments
Custom Hoppers & Infeed Chutes: Streamlined loading for scrap, chips, and parts
Discharge Chutes & Drum Connections: Smooth integration with scrap bins, separators, or downstream equipment
Speed Control: Optional VFD for adjustable conveying speed
Safety Features: Protective covers and guards for operator safety and compliance
Fluid Handling Add‑Ons: Oil skimmers or coolant filtration integration to extend fluid life
System Integration: Compatible with part‑out systems, sorting lines, and automated workflows
Benefits of the Beltless Magnetic Conveyor From Magnetic Products, Inc
No External Belt to Maintain
Eliminates issues with belt wear, tracking, or slipping—ideal for oily or abrasive environments.
Fully Enclosed Magnetic Circuit
Sealed housing protects all moving parts from debris, coolant, and contaminants.
Ideal for Sharp or Hot Scrap
Handles materials that typically damage belts, including hot metal chips or jagged stampings.
Durable Stainless-Steel Slider Bed
Provides a smooth, wear-resistant surface for conveyed materials to glide over.
High Magnetic Holding Force
Powerful magnets reliably move ferrous materials—even up steep inclines.
Continuous Operation with Low Downtime
Chain-driven magnet assembly ensures dependable, 24/7 performance with minimal service needs.
Compact Footprint
Custom-fit configurations accommodate tight spaces or integrate into existing equipment layouts.
Reduced Operating Costs
Fewer components and no belts mean less frequent maintenance and longer service life.
MPI BLM Series: Models & Specifications
BLM conveyors are available in THREE (3) standard models:
Nose over – recommended for small scrap and compact designs
Continuous radius – recommended for smooth scrap transfer of long pieces
Infeed Length:
Minimum infeed length is 30″ to as long as required for customer application
Angle of Incline:
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
Custom
Discharge Length: The minimum discharge length depends on the discharge design selected. The discharge lengths can be made as long as required for the application.
Minimum length for nose over-discharge design is body width, the shortest design available
Minimum length for horizontal discharge design is 22″
Minimum length for continuous radius discharge design depends on the angle of incline, at least 22″
Infeed Height: Floor installation is standard. This will result in the infeed height being the body depth specified by the series selected. Legs can be added for raised infeed heights.
Body depth (standard)
As specified for the application (legs added)
Discharge Height:
No standard – as specified for the application
Overall Length:
Calculated based on configured dimensions and options specified above
Slider Bed Width: Minimum widths are based on series selected. Standard widths are available in increments of 2″ from the minimum to a maximum of 24”. Overall body width of the conveyor is the slider bed width plus 4″.
600 series – minimum 6″
800 series – minimum 8″
1200 series – minimum 12″
Special – compact design where overall body width of the conveyor is the slider bed width plus 2″
Slider Bed Material:
Under 18″ wide – 12 gauge stainless (standard)
18″ wide and larger – 7 gauge stainless (standard)
7 gauge manganese impact plate for specified length
7 gauge manganese impact plate through infeed
7 gauge manganese impact plate whole length
16 gauge laminated rigidized material on top of standard slider bed to reduce part friction
7 gauge manganese impact plate dimpled to simulate rigidized material
Magnet Material: Standard magnets are ceramic and will work for most applications. Testing will determine if rare earth magnets are required to achieve required rate.
Ceramic (standard)
Ceramic with REN rare earth sweepers to break potential surges
High capacity REN rare earth with stainless steel body to reduce drag
Magnet Centers:Magnet centers are based on the maximum part length. For proper function of BLM the general rule is the centers will be 1.5 times the parts/scrap maximum length.
600 series – increments of 5″ centers
800 series – increments of 6″ centers
1200 series – increments of 8″ centers
Side Guides:
2″ tall, 90° from slider bed (standard)
Custom
Zero radius guides for thin conveyed material
Drive Package:
US Manufactured Baldor TEFC (standard)
Customer specified
Drive Package Location:
Offset drive (standard)
Underhead chain drive
Overhead chain drive
Motor Location (looking in direction of product travel):
Located on the same side as the drive package (standard)
Extended oil fill options available for submerged tank applications
Custom
Support Legs:
Fixed position (standard)
Adjustable position
Infeed Casters:
Not included (standard)
“V” wheel
5″ rigid
5″ rigid with brake
5″ swivel
5″ swivel locking with brake
Discharge Casters:
Not included (standard)
“V” wheel
5″ rigid
5″ rigid with brake
5″ swivel
5″ swivel locking with brake (recommended)
Controls:
Not included (standard)
Included as specified
Additional Custom Options Include:
Submerged tank design for filtration or heat treat applications
Integrated smoke cover for easy integration to an air extraction system for smoke/fume collection
Integrated hopper for even loading of parts to eliminate surge loading
Body inspection doors
Lanes for transferring different parts on the same conveyor or keeping parts and scrap separate
Coolant collection (or oil) discharge port on infeed
Liquid-tight side guides to contain oil
Manganese impact plate or slider bed to prevent wear on the conveyor surface, in cases of high-volume applications or abrasive parts manufacture
MPI Bletless magentic Conveyors in action
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