In some applications, proper gapping between boxes on a conveyor line is necessary. Labeling and scanning require the right distance between the back of a box and the leading edge of the next box. Similarly, sawtooth merges and sortation systems require giving the boxes enough room to turn.
Gapper conveyors create gaps between cartons or products where needed for feeding equipment like sorters, merges or label applicators. It keeps your system working smoothly and at a high speed so you don't lose time or throughput.
Gapper D models provide blow-through gapping, which means they create a space based on a direct ratio for products of similar size.
The Gapper O series include the same features as the Gapper D, but they use optimized gapping to create gaps between products of varying size. The conveyor uses sensors to detect the product dimensions and adjusts its speed to create the ideal gap between products.