Timing Screw Drive Units
Improve your packaging line with a flexible screw drive unit [also known as feed screw drive units] for virtually any application. Each standard drive unit is equipped with timing screws to perform the necessary application on your line.
Screw Drive Units can complete the following applications on your production line:
Metering (Spacing)
Feeding
Turning
Grouping
Turning and Grouping
Indexing
These screw drive units work in conjunction with other machines on your production line to make the entire line more efficient.
We take every aspect of your packaging line into consideration when designing drive units and assemblies for your application. This innovative approach increases success and decreases potential downtime by creating a smooth packaging flow.
Standard Timing Screw Drive Unit Models
Single Drive Unit
Dual Synchro Bar Drive Unit
Dual Servo Drive Unit
Ideal containers for machine: rounds, ovals, and rectangles with large radius corners
Application Types this Machine Runs:
Product Spacing
Discharge with consistent pitch
Spacing for OEM machine applications (including: labeling, sleeving, vision inspection, check weighting, and more)
Conveyor / product transfer
Dwell for OEM machine applications
Ideal containers for machine: rounds, ovals, and any rectangles
Application Types this Machine Runs:
Product Spacing
Discharge with consistent pitch
Discharge with consistent orientation (ex. presentation of ovals and rectangles to 1/64” rotation in direction of flow)
Spacing and orientation for OEM machine applications
Conveyor / product transfer
Turning / rotating of containers
Product grouping for applications (ex. sleeving of multi-packs)
Ideal containers for machine: rounds, ovals, and any rectangles
Application Types this Machine Runs:
Product Spacing
Discharge with consistent pitch
Discharge with consistent orientation (ex. presentation of ovals and rectangles to 1/64” rotation in direction of flow)
Spacing and orientation for OEM machine applications
Conveyor / product transfer
Turning / rotating of containers
Product grouping for applications (ex. sleeving of multi-packs)
Specifications and Options
All standard models include:
Timing belt drive
“No-Tools” quick change design for easy changeover of screws to run different container sizes
Torque overload protection through either mechanical clutch or controls programming
5 different motor options - gearmotor, 56C AC Motor, or Servo
Washdown options available
Safety guarding upgrade recommended
Multiple timing screw materials and color options available
Deluxe Adjuster upgrade available to allow for easier centerline adjustments
To learn about the full range of options for each drive unit, download our brochure.
Engineer to Order Drive Units for Unique Applications
In order to allow for maximum flexibility, our drive units can be specially designed for a new application or to replace your existing drive application. In cases where our standard products do not fit your needs, our experienced engineers create custom designs to solve the unique problem on your production line. With years of experience, our professionals have helped thousands of customers manufacture a custom drive unit for their precise application. Morrison’s flexible solutions will keep your production line running smoothly.
