Now even faster at 120 m/min.

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Running your products quickly in three dimensions: that moves us.

The VarioFlow transports lenses with higher productivity through workplace connectivity.

VarioFlow plus in the eyeglass lens industry

View the efficient method used to transport lenses to manual workstations.

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Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow plus Chain Conveyor System with packed boxes

Flexible transport system for efficient operation

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BOOST YOUR PRODUCTION with the VarioFlow plus Chain Conveyor System.

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Our System at a Glance

Industry overview

With its machine interlinking and product transport, the VarioFlow plus is suitable for a wide range of industries, including

food and packaging
healthcare
automotive and electrical

System benefits

Direct and indirect product transport in horizontal and vertical configurations
Cost-effective: Rolling friction in the horizontal curves enables longer distances & requires fewer drives
Longer service life and reduced downtimes: Machining-free sliding surfaces reduces wear and tear
Space-saving: Horizontal curve radius for all sizes
Fast planning, project planning and visualization with MTpro
Extensive modular system & high degree of customization options

Products

VarioFlow plus is available in an aluminum version that is the most economical

Aluminum system

Economical basic version

Open and closed profile version
Internal groove for attaching main components such as drive, diverter and curves
External groove for mounting side guides, supports or other accessories
FDA-compliant materials and stainless steel ball bearings with food-grade grease filling

Technical key data

Product weight: up to 3 kg / 34.5 mm
Speed: up to 120 m/min
Chain width: 65-320 mm

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VarioFlow Plus stainless steel serves higher hygiene requirements

Stainless steel system

Suitable for higher hygiene requirements

Compact clean section profiles minimizese possible deposit points
Stainless steel glide bars enable use even in abrasive environments
FDA-compliant materials and stainless steel ball bearings with food-grade grease filling

Technical key data

Product weight: up to 3 kg / 34.5 mm
Speed: up to 120 m/min
Chain width: 65-320 mm

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ESD system

Avoid electrostatic charge with a combination of Aluminum, Stainless steel and special ESD components

Components and parts suitable for use in an EPA (Electrostatic Protected Area)
Conductive components
Conductive connection technology
No additional grounding straps

Technical key data

Size: 65 mm and 90 mm
Max. Chain tensile force: 600 N

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VarioFlow plus transport of products over a pallet

Workpiece pallet system

For the transport of products

That cannot be transported directly on the chain
Whose surfaces must not touch each other in the jam
That are sensitive
That must be positioned for handling tasks
With comprehensive functional solutions

Technical key data

Sizes: 65mm and 90mm
Chain type: flat chain (white, grey and ESD)

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Wedge conveyor

For the transport of products

That are difficult to convey vertically due to their shape
That steep vertical inclines (> 30°) cannot be realized because of the center of gravity position
That would be damaged by side or overpasses due to sensitive surfaces
That may not slip in 90° inclines or slopes (e.g. with carrier pockets)
That are to be conveyed without engaging or disengaging

Technical key data

Product weight: up to 1.5 kg / 34.5 mm
Speed: up to 60 m/min
Chain width: 90 mm

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Spiral conveyor

Spiral conveyors enable vertical product transport and serve as buffer storage in the smallest of spaces
To complement the range of chain conveyors, Bosch Rexroth cooperates with smartPac, a well-known and experienced manufacturer of spiral conveyors
The spiral conveyors are based on standardized components of the VarioFlow system

Technical key data

Size: 80-320 mm
Height difference: max. 3000 mm between inlet and outlet
Gradient: 5-12°

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Success Stories

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Eyeglass lense industry

The VarioFlow plus chain conveyor system efficiently transports eyeglasses to manual work stations.

Tea bags being transported on a VarioFlow plus chain conveyor system from Bosch Rexroth

Tea production

The chain conveyor system VarioFlow plus brings tea in motion – even in narrow space.

Three VarioFlow plus chain conveyor belts with packed boxes

Intralogistics

VarioFlow plus in a logistic application in the tightest of space: transporting Schaefer boxes to manual packaging stations and then transporting to be dispatched.