Overview
Not every package has a flat, rigid bottom. Drums, pails, irregularly shaped cartons, and soft-bottom containers need rollers — not skatewheels — to move reliably through a conveyor path. The NestaFlex 200 is an expandable gravity roller conveyor designed specifically for these applications. It handles the products that other flexible conveyors cannot, making it the right choice for low-to-medium volume operations that deal with non-standard package shapes and sizes.
With an all-steel accordion-style frame and a 200 lb per linear foot load capacity, the NestaFlex 200 delivers the structural integrity to support heavier, odd-shaped items whether the conveyor is fully extended, contracted, or configured in simple or compound curves. It expands to reach deep into truck trailers, contracts for compact storage when not in use, and curves around dock obstacles to connect with your existing material flow.
Features and Benefits
The NestaFlex 200 is engineered for durability and flexibility in demanding dock environments. Every component is built to handle the stress of daily expansion, contraction, and repositioning while maintaining consistent product tracking through curves.
- Zinc-plated 1-3/8 inch steel rollers with 5-1/4 inch standard axle centers provide maximum durability and reliable product flow
- Self-tracking design guides packages through curves and bends without requiring engineered curve sections or side guides
- 7-gauge steel side links assembled with shoulder bolts and locking nuts for long-lasting frame integrity
- 5/16 inch diameter axles across the full width support consistent roller alignment under load
- Heavy-duty zinc-plated square tubing legs with adjustable height from 28 to 44 inches using hand knobs
- 5 inch by 1-1/2 inch casters with total-lock brakes on each end for easy repositioning and stable operation
- Welded horizontal leg braces add structural stability at every leg set
- Couplers connect two or more conveyors for extended continuous runs
- Retractable package stop prevents products from falling off the discharge end
When to Choose Rollers Over Skatewheels
Flexible skatewheel conveyors work well for flat-bottomed cartons and uniform parcels. But when your product mix includes drums, pails, cylindrical containers, soft-bottom pouches, or irregularly shaped boxes, skatewheels can cause jams, tracking problems, and product damage. The NestaFlex 200 solves this with solid cylindrical rollers that support the full underside of the product — regardless of its shape — and keep it moving smoothly through the conveyor path.
Applications
The NestaFlex 200 is built for loading dock environments where odd-shaped products need to be loaded into or unloaded from truck trailers. It also serves well in manufacturing staging areas, packaging lines, and anywhere portable roller conveyance is needed for non-standard items. Common products handled include five-gallon pails, drums, irregularly shaped cartons, bags, poly-wrapped bundles, and mixed-size packages that would hang up on skatewheel surfaces.
Sizing and Configuration
The NestaFlex 200 is available in 14, 18, 24, and 30 inch widths with extended lengths from 8 to 40 feet. Additional lengths are available upon request. Axle center spacing should be selected based on the smallest package being conveyed — divide the shortest package dimension by three to determine the recommended spacing. Options include 5-1/4 inch (standard), 4 inch, and 3 inch axle centers. Additional leg elevation ranges of 20–28 inches, 25–38 inches, and 36–52 inches are available to match your dock height.