Overview
The BestFlex 1.5 is a powered flexible roller conveyor designed for shipping, receiving, transportation, and packaging environments where packages need to move at controlled speeds regardless of slope, weight, or distance. Unlike gravity flex conveyors that depend on downhill pitch and manual effort, the BestFlex 1.5 uses DC-driven powered rollers to transport any package size, any distance, at variable rates of speed — eliminating the need for operators to push cartons along the conveyor path.
Its innovative compaction design means the BestFlex 1.5 takes up less floor space than competitive powered flex models when fully retracted, making it practical for facilities where dock space and storage area are at a premium. A single unit can service multiple dock doors by rolling it into position as needed, then contracting it for storage between shifts.
Features and Benefits
The BestFlex 1.5 combines the portability of an accordion-style flex conveyor with the productivity benefits of motorized package handling. Every feature is designed to reduce labor, increase throughput, and keep packages moving with minimal operator effort.
- 100 lb per linear foot load capacity handles boxes, crates, carriers, totes, flat bags, and cartons
- Heavy-duty 16-gauge precision-bearing 1.5-inch diameter steel rollers for durable, consistent conveyance
- Durable DC drive motors with 120VAC single-phase power supply — adjustable line speeds from 0 to 120 fpm
- On/off switches on both ends of the conveyor for operator convenience
- Self-tracking design guides packages through curves without engineered sections or guards
- 1.59-inch aluminum extruded side plates with bolted construction for lightweight, rigid frame integrity
- Adjustable conveyor height from 31.5 to 41.5 inches
- Heavy-duty powder-coated black legs with 6×2-inch casters with brakes
- Handles on each end for safe repositioning
- Quick-change drive belt system reduces maintenance downtime
Optional Flow Control
The BestFlex 1.5 supports three levels of optional electronic flow control that turn it from a simple powered conveyor into an intelligent package handling system.
Electronic Photo Eye Package Stop — Sensors at the discharge end detect when a package is present and stop the conveyor, preventing delicate items from being driven into a fixed end. This also provides power-saving control by stopping the conveyor when it is not actively moving packages.
Zero-Pressure Accumulation — Zoned flow control allows each package to advance only when the downstream zone is empty. Packages accumulate without contacting each other, preventing damage and providing a steady, controlled release to operators. A time-out function saves power by driving the conveyor only when needed.
Indexing — The leading edge of a package triggers the conveyor to start. The conveyor runs until the trailing edge passes plus a preset time delay. This allows the BestFlex 1.5 to function as an end-of-line storage buffer, advancing packages on demand.
Applications
The BestFlex 1.5 is built for environments that handle hundreds to thousands of packages per day — parcel shipping, e-commerce fulfillment, retail distribution, 3PL receiving, and packaging lines. It is the right choice when gravity alone cannot move packages reliably, when consistent speed control matters, or when you need to reduce the number of operators required at the dock. The 1.5-inch rollers are optimized for lighter parcels and faster flow speeds, making this model particularly well suited for parcel post, e-commerce, and packaging machine discharge applications.
Sizing and Configuration
The BestFlex 1.5 is available in 18, 24, 30, and 36-inch widths with extended lengths from 12 to 48 feet. Standard axle centers are 5 inches, with 4-inch and 3-inch options for smaller packages. The conveyor runs on 120VAC single-phase power with 15-amp standard service (20 and 30-amp optional). Multiple sections can be linked together using the electrical interface kit for continuous operation across longer runs.