Automobile manufacturing and conveying

Automobile manufacturing is one of the most demanding industrial sectors in terms of precision, efficiency, and reliability. From welding workshops to paint shops, from final assembly lines to powertrain lines, the transport of materials and vehicle bodies runs throughout the entire production process. At every stage, wheels are the fundamental components that ensure stable operation.

Hanke's polyurethane wheels have been widely used in automotive conveying systems, serving the production lines of globally recognized automotive brands including Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Geely, and Changan Automobile. Our products deliver reliable performance with high wear resistance, precision, and long service life.

1. Polyurethane Wheels for Sled Conveyors

Sled conveyor systems are the most common method for transporting vehicle bodies in welding and painting lines. The vehicle body is fixed on a sled, and the coordinated action of drive wheels and load wheels enables movement between workstations.

Key Requirements for Sled Conveyor Wheels

Hanke Recommended Sled Conveyor Products

Polyurethane Drive/Driven Wheels for Sled Conveyors

- Eamflex high-wear compound (93 Shore A) suitable for high-speed continuous operation
- Long-term temperature tolerance: -30°C to +90°C; short-term up to +130°C
- Flange mounting for high torque transmission
- Available hub materials: 45# steel, cast iron, stainless steel

Chemical-Resistant Formula

- Specially developed for solvent environments in paint shops
- Effectively resists paint thinners, degreasers, and cleaning agents
- Maintains stable physical properties over extended periods

2. Polyurethane Wheels for Friction Conveyors

Friction conveyor systems use the friction between drive wheels and the conveyor track to propel vehicle bodies or workpieces forward. They are widely used for body transfer in welding shops and material transport in assembly lines.

Characteristics of Friction Conveyor Wheels

Friction line drive wheels must provide stable and controllable friction while avoiding excessive wear on the track surface. Polyurethane is the preferred material for friction drive wheels due to its excellent friction coefficient and wear resistance.

Hanke Friction Conveyor Products

Polyurethane Friction Drive Wheels

- Precisely controlled friction coefficient for consistent driving force
- High-wear polyurethane compound for long service life
- Low operating noise, improving workshop environment
- Hardness customizable to match different track materials and friction requirements

Polyurethane Friction Line Load Wheels

- Shares workpiece weight, reducing vertical load on friction drive wheels
- Low rolling resistance design reduces system energy consumption
- Smooth tread surface, will not damage track surfaces

3. Polyurethane Wheels for Elevators

In automotive production lines, elevators are used to transfer vehicle bodies or workpieces between workstations at different heights. The guide wheels and load wheels on elevators require high positioning accuracy and smooth operation.

Key Requirements for Elevator Wheels

Hanke Recommended Elevator Products

Polyurethane Elevator Guide Wheels

- Saxflex compound (75 Shore A) for low-noise operation
- Precision-machined tolerances ensure accurate guidance
- Suitable for vertical rail travel, reducing friction and wear

Polyurethane Elevator Load Wheels

- Eamflex compound (93 Shore A) for high load capacity and wear resistance
- Compatible with various rail cross-section profiles
- Customizable wheel width and diameter for different load requirements

4. Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers for Automotive Production Lines

Roller conveyor systems play an important role in incoming material transport, sorting, and finished product dispatch in automotive production. Polyurethane-coated rollers offer superior performance compared to traditional steel or rubber rollers in protecting workpiece surfaces, reducing noise, and extending service life.

Advantages of Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers

Hanke Conveyor Roller Products

TER Series Polyurethane Conveyor Rollers

- Suitable for both gravity and powered roller conveyor lines
- Diameter range: 30 – 200 mm
- Polyurethane hardness: 60 – 95 Shore A available
- Optional metal or plastic bearing housings

5. Why Automakers Choose Hanke

Serving Global Leading Automotive Brands

Hanke's polyurethane wheels have been used in production lines for the following automotive brands:
- Mercedes-Benz
- Land Rover
- Geely Automobile
- Changan Automobile

The stringent requirements of these customers validate the reliability of Hanke products.

Meeting Automotive Industry Standards

Automotive manufacturing imposes strict standards on component precision, consistency, and traceability. Hanke's quality management system ensures:

- CMM inspection for every batch, with dimensional accuracy up to 1 micron
- Full batch traceability, enabling retrieval of original inspection data
- Support for customer incoming inspection, reducing verification cycles

Customization Capability

Automotive production lines often involve non-standard equipment. Hanke offers flexible customization:
- Rapid prototyping of non-standard wheel sizes
- Material formula adjustments for special operating conditions
- Adapter design for different mounting interfaces

Summary

In automobile manufacturing, the stability of the conveying system directly affects the efficiency of the entire production line. Hanke's polyurethane wheels deliver reliable solutions for welding lines, paint lines, assembly lines, and conveying systems with high wear resistance, precision, and long service life.

Hanke provides:

- Complete wheel product ranges for sled conveyors, friction conveyors, elevators, and conveyor rollers
- Special formulations including high-temperature resistant, chemical-resistant, and low-noise options
- Proven service to Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Geely, and other global automotive brands
- Flexible non-standard customization to meet various production line needs

*For inquiries about polyurethane wheel solutions for automobile manufacturing and conveying, please contact our technical support team.*

Hanke (Wenzhou) Polyurethane Technology Co., Ltd.

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +86-183 1290 0808
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