Why Stainless Steel Conveyors Are at the Top of Their Game

At its core, these are conveyor systems made entirely from stainless steel, the same tough material used in commercial kitchens and medical labs. It doesn’t rust, doesn’t chip, and doesn’t mind getting wet, which makes them perfect for food safety and clean production facilities.

These conveyors are open-frame, with no tight corners or hidden bolts for bacteria to hide in. They’re built for constant sanitation and can still manage to handle heavy loads without bending or wearing down.

Moving to stainless comes with a wide range of upsides, some more obvious than others.

With stainless steel conveyor systems, you get:

• Longer Lifespans
  These systems rarely rust or fail under moisture or temperature changes.
• Cleaner Operation
  There’s no paint or powder coating to chip into your products or to jam up critical components.
• Low Upkeep
  Keeping your conveyor clean takes less time, parts tend to wear out more evenly, and you’ll spend fewer hours wringing your hands over repairs.
• Durable Construction
  Stainless steel conveyors are made to easily handle vibration, heat, cold, and even chemical exposure.
• Industry Flexibility
  Stainless conveyors are often used across food, pharma, and clean manufacturing plants due to their easy-to-clean design.

When contamination can shut down an entire operation, stainless steel becomes the obvious choice. Food and drug companies don’t gamble on “good enough.”

• FDA Compliance
  Stainless steel conveyors are designed to meet strict hygiene standards and help make handling food, pharmaceutical, and health products safe.
• Food-Safe Surfaces
  The surface of stainless steel conveyors are non-reactive and smooth to the touch, so nothing sticks, and nothing corrodes.
• Simple Maintenance
  Stainless steel conveyors are made for easy breakdown, which can significantly reduce downtime and safety concerns.
• Easy Cleaning
  Steel handles washdowns, detergents, and pressure sprays with no worry of damage.

Upgrading to stainless steel conveyors can have quite the effect on your business, from productivity to safety.

• Energy Consumption
  Using stainless steel or steel belts in baking or high-heat operations can cut energy usage by up to 25% because the belt retains heat better and reduces energy lost during reheating cycles.
• Reduced Cleaning Time
  In food processing plants, steel belts with smooth, cleanable surfaces often reduce cleaning time significantly – many operations report cleaning intervals of 3 or more times per week, with cleaning processes that used to take over two hours now taking under that amount.
• More Durable
  Steel chain conveyor systems deliver better durability: in corrosive or wet environments, stainless steel chains outperform carbon steel or coated steel ones by about 2.5× in terms of lifespan under similar conditions.
• Fewer Repair Needs
  Belts made of steel help prevent rust, warping or material degradation under washdowns and temperate swings. Plants using stainless steel belts report fewer belt replacements, which cuts down maintenance costs and downtime.

With years of expertise and a dedication to delivering long-lasting products, Russell Conveyor and Equipment is proud to be a leading source for stainless steel conveyors. Our products are built in-house, designed to your facility’s needs, and made to take your material handling to the next level.

Whether it’s a food-grade belt or a pharma cleanroom setup, we have the material and experience to deliver lasting results.

Call us today at (336) 526-3014 and let our experts help you design something that fits your operation.