Conveyor rollers
Discover a comprehensive range of conveyor rollers designed for bulk material handling: smooth rollers, shock-absorbing rollers, anti-clogging rollers, return rollers, self-centring rollers, speed-sensing rollers and specialist solutions for demanding industrial environments. Depending on your requirements, Rolldrum offers configurations tailored to load, wear, sealing, rolling and contact with abrasive materials.
Rolldrum supports you in selecting, calculating and sizing the right solution for your installation, with a focus on bearing reliability, component service life and operational continuity.
Flat roller
Impact roller
Anti-clogging roller
Special rolls
The right roller to ensure your belt conveyor runs smoothly
On a belt conveyor, the roller has a direct impact on belt tension, transport stability, component wear, running quality and operational continuity. Depending on the application, it must support the load, absorb shocks during loading, minimise clogging, guide the belt or control its speed. The choice of materials, steel, coatings and bearings directly influences the conveyor’s performance.
Rolldrum offers a comprehensive range of rollers for the handling and transport of bulk materials. The company supports its industrial clients in selecting, calculating and sizing solutions tailored to specific requirements regarding load, speed, exposure to dust or moisture, the operating environment and maintenance. It also designs bespoke solutions to meet the specific requirements of each installation.
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Technical guidance on choosing the right roller
The choice of a conveyor roller depends not only on the product being conveyed. It is also necessary to take into account the installation location, the load, the belt speed, the risk of impact, the risk of contamination, sealing requirements, the materials being conveyed, the type of bearings and the environmental conditions.
Rolldrum supports its customers in the calculation, sizing and selection of suitable solutions, with a range that covers not only rollers but also supports, chains and other components associated with belt conveyors. This approach meets the needs of industrial sites where continuous material handling requires effective management of wear, mechanical stresses and rolling quality.
IMPACT ROLLER
The impact roller is recommended for loading and transfer areas, where the belt is subjected to the heaviest impacts. Its role is to limit impacts, protect the belt and help extend the conveyor’s service life in high-stress industrial environments, particularly when the materials being transported are heavy, abrasive or irregular in shape.
Rolldrum offers shock-absorbing rollers designed to withstand demanding conditions such as the need for sealing, heavy loads, high speeds or harsh weather conditions. This solution is particularly well-suited to the mining, port, chemical, cement and steel industries.
ANTI-CLOGGING ROLLERS
Anti-clogging rollers are designed to limit the build-up of material on the belt and reduce blockages. They are particularly useful when material deposits interfere with the belt return, increase maintenance requirements or impair the smooth running of the conveyor and handling system.
This range of rollers improves plant availability by reducing clogging and the need for repeated cleaning. It is ideal for heavy-duty applications in the mining, cement, chemical and construction materials industries.
MINING ROLLER
The mining roller is designed for demanding applications with high requirements for durability, sealing, mechanical strength and resistance in dusty, abrasive or damp environments. It is suitable for belt conveyors that need to transport heavy materials on industrial sites where the reliability of mechanical bearings is a daily challenge.
At Rolldrum, this range is highlighted for its low rolling resistance, concentricity, low noise levels and ability to cope with harsh conditions. It is a suitable solution for mining facilities, quarries and other heavy-duty bulk handling applications.
FLAT ROLLER
The smooth roller is the go-to solution for many conveying applications. It supports the belt, reduces friction and helps ensure smooth transport on belt conveyors used continuously for handling bulk materials.
Rolldrum offers a range of smooth-running rollers with low rolling resistance, good concentricity, low noise levels and sealing technology suited to the most common industrial applications. This is an excellent starting point for standard or semi-heavy-duty applications, where bearing quality and long-term reliability remain priorities.
SPIRAL ROLLER
The spiral roller, or cleaning roller, is designed for the return section of the web when it is heavily soiled. Its role is to aid in cleaning the web and to minimise the build-up of material in the return sections.
Rolldrum offers this solution with rubber-coated or steel-coated versions, depending on the required level of efficiency and the acceptable level of belt wear.
RUBBER-LAGGED ROLLER
The rubber roller is suitable for applications where the aim is to reduce slippage, impact and abrasion, whilst improving the conveyor’s performance in more demanding environments. Depending on the configuration chosen, it can also help to minimise operating noise and reduce build-up of debris around the roller.
This range of rollers may be suitable in situations where chemical resistance, noise reduction, fouling control or certain access and operational constraints are critical.
RETURN ROLLER
The return roller supports the belt on the return run and helps to reduce wear. It helps to ensure the conveyor runs smoothly and protects the belt in an area that is often overlooked but is essential to the overall durability of the system.
This solution must be chosen with care, as conveyor cleanliness, belt return alignment and minimising wear are operational priorities.
TACHOMETRIC ROLLER
The tachometer roller monitors the belt’s rotation via a speed sensor. It plays a key role in controlling and protecting the belt conveyor by transmitting speed data that can be used to monitor the system.
This type of roller is ideal whenever it is necessary to ensure the conveyor operates safely, detect a speed discrepancy, or incorporate a control function into a demanding industrial environment.
GUIDE ROLLER
The guide rollers complement the belt conveyor’s alignment systems. They help ensure the belt runs smoothly, reduce wear caused by misalignment, and contribute to the stable operation of the centring stations.
The choice of conveyor must be appropriate for the load being carried, the operating environment and the belt speed.
CARRIER ROLLER
The load-bearing rollers support the belt on the loaded section and play a direct role in ensuring the quality of the conveying process. They help to distribute the load, limit stress on the belt and ensure the safe transport of materials on the most heavily used handling lines.
This range of rollers is essential for the overall stability of the conveyor, particularly in industrial applications where uninterrupted operation is paramount.
HEAVY-DUTY ROLLER
Heavy-duty rollers are designed for conveyors that transport heavy materials or are subject to high mechanical stresses. Their robust design is intended to withstand heavy loads whilst minimising wear on the conveyor components.
This is the right approach when the priority is on the system’s load-bearing capacity, robustness and long-term durability.
HANDLING ROLLER
Conveyor rollers combine the functions essential to the proper operation of a belt conveyor: supporting the belt, guiding it, reducing friction and ensuring the smooth transfer of loads. They are used in a wide range of sectors, from mining to the food industry.
The right choice depends, in particular, on the load, diameter, length, materials, rotational speed and environmental conditions. It is precisely these criteria that the page should highlight in relation to Rolldrum’s technical support.
SELF-CENTRING ROLLER
The self-centring roller is designed to keep the belt aligned and minimise lateral drift. It helps prevent premature wear, product loss and disruptions that can lead to production stoppages. Rolldrum positions this solution as an essential guiding device for optimising the system’s service life and reducing maintenance requirements associated with poor belt centring.
Why choose Rolldrum?
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A comprehensive range for belt conveyors
Rolldrum is not limited to a single product family. The range covers the main roller configurations for belt conveyors, as well as supports, chains and associated components, to meet a variety of requirements within a single installation. -
Application-focused technical support
Every project has its own operational constraints. Rolldrum helps to identify the most appropriate solution based on actual operating conditions, with a focus on performance, reliability and the service life of the installation. -
Solutions for demanding environments
Rolldrum products are designed for industrial settings where mechanical stresses, heavy use and operating conditions demand a high level of robustness and reliability. -
Expertise specialising in bulk material handling
Rolldrum brings an industry-specific perspective to belt conveyors, with a detailed understanding of the challenges faced on the ground. The aim is not simply to supply a component, but to offer a solution tailored to the requirements of industrial operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What information should I provide to get a relevant recommendation?
To help you make a quick decision, it is useful to provide details of the type of material being conveyed, the roller’s location, the belt speed, the load, environmental conditions, the risk of impact or blockages, as well as your reliability and maintenance objectives.
How do I choose the right roller for my conveyor belt?
The right choice depends on the installation location, the material being conveyed, the load, the belt speed, the level of contamination, the need for centring, and environmental constraints. A feed roller, return roller, guide roller or control roller does not serve the same function and is not subject to the same constraints.
Can Rolldrum provide a bespoke solution?
Yes. The website highlights the support it offers with product selection, calculations and sizing, as well as its ability to provide solutions tailored to the specific requirements of each installation.
Which roller should be used at the loading point of a conveyor belt?
At the loading point, a shock-absorbing roller is generally the preferred solution. It absorbs the impact of falling materials, protects the belt and helps to prevent premature wear and tear on the system.
How can you minimise blockages on a conveyor belt?
When material build-up interferes with the belt return or increases the need for cleaning, it is advisable to opt for anti-clogging rollers or, depending on the level of soiling, a spiral roller.