Pallet Infeed & Turntable System
Controlled pallet handling for infeed, outfeed, and directional changes in demanding environments.
The Pallet Infeed & Turntable System from GlobalRoll is engineered for safe, repeatable movement of palletized loads into and out of production cells, wrapping stations, storage zones, and shipping areas. Combining heavy-duty conveyor sections with powered turntables and robust supports, this system provides precise control over pallet orientation and flow while reducing manual handling and forklift traffic.
Applications & Use Cases
This system is designed anywhere palletized loads need to be positioned accurately and moved with control.
- Infeed and outfeed to pallet stretch wrappers and banding stations
- Pallet delivery into robotic cells, palletizers, and depalletizers
- Controlled transfer of pallets between perpendicular conveyor lines
- Orientation changes for pallets before scanning, labeling, or inspection
- Interface between warehouse, production, and shipping dock operations
- Reducing forklift travel inside constrained or high-traffic areas
System Overview
The Pallet Infeed & Turntable System combines heavy-duty roller or chain-driven conveyor sections with powered turntables to move palletized loads precisely where they need to go. Loads can be conveyed in a straight line, indexed to specific positions, and rotated 90° or 180° to align with downstream equipment or flow.
GlobalRoll uses engineered templates for this conveyor family, defining standard modules for infeed sections, outfeed sections, and turntable assemblies. Each module has clear load ratings, component options, routings, and QA steps. This template-driven approach ensures that every system is structurally sound, consistent, and ready to handle real-world pallet loads—while still allowing you to configure deck height, load capacity, rotation angles, guarding, and controls to match your application.
Key Features & Benefits
Features
- Heavy-duty conveyor sections sized for common pallet formats and load weights
- Powered turntable assemblies with defined rotation angles (typically 90° or 180°)
- Robust structural supports, base frames, and safety stops designed for pallet loads
- Configurable roller, chain, or deck surface options depending on environment
- Integrated position sensing for turntable indexing and pallet presence
- Guarding and safety options including fencing, light curtains, and interlocks
- Designed to integrate with stretch wrappers, palletizers, and automated cells
Benefits
- Safer operation: Reduces manual pallet repositioning and forklift interaction in tight spaces.
- Controlled flow: Ensures pallets arrive at the right height, orientation, and location for downstream equipment.
- Increased throughput: Automates what would otherwise be slow, manual pallet movements.
- Consistency: Template-driven modules deliver repeatable performance and predictable installation.
- Flexibility: Supports multiple line configurations and changes in process over time.
- Lower maintenance risk: Standardized components and clear documentation simplify troubleshooting and upkeep.
Configuration Options
Each Pallet Infeed & Turntable System is configured from standard GlobalRoll modules to meet your load, layout, and integration needs.
Mechanical & Dimensional Options
- Pallet Sizes: Configurable for common pallet formats (e.g., 40" x 48") and region-specific sizes
- Length Range: Infeed and outfeed sections sized to match cell layout, buffer needs, and guarding requirements
- Deck Height: Adjustable to align with existing equipment, floor conditions, and forklift or pallet jack usage
- Conveyor Surface: Heavy-duty rollers, chain conveyor, or full deck solutions depending on pallet condition and environment
- Load Capacity: Modules rated based on your maximum pallet weight and safety factors
- Frame Material: Heavy-duty steel construction; special finishes or materials available for specific environments
Drive, Control & Zone Options
- Drive Types: Chain-driven, motor-driven rollers, or other heavy-duty options depending on application
- Turntable Rotation: Common setups include 90° and 180° rotation, with configurable stop positions
- Speed Control: Fixed speed or variable-speed drives matched to upstream/downstream equipment
- Position Sensing: Integrated sensors for pallet presence, rotation index, and home positions
- Control Integration: Designed to interface with your PLCs, safety circuits, and line control systems
Available Accessories
- Entry and exit stops and pallet centering devices
- Guardrails, fencing, and safety guarding packages
- Light curtains, safety scanners, and access gates
- Infeed funnels or guides to help align pallets
- Integrated scales, scanners, or labeling stations where required
Technical Highlights
Exact specs are configured for each project, but Pallet Infeed & Turntable Systems typically include:
- Load Capacity: Engineered for full pallet loads, sized to your maximum weight plus safety margin
- Turntable Diameter: Sized to fully support pallet footprint with clearance for rotation
- Rotation Time: Configurable rotation speed to match overall line cycle times
- Conveyor Speed: Set to coordinate with upstream and downstream equipment
- Environment: Suitable for typical industrial and warehouse environments; special configurations available for other conditions
- Power: Standard industrial power options matched to your region and drive package
(Your engineering team can later plug in concrete ranges and values if desired.)
Typical Layouts & Use Cases
A typical Pallet Infeed & Turntable System begins at a pallet pickup or staging area, conveys pallets into a processing cell—such as a stretch wrapper, palletizer, or inspection station—and then rotates and discharges them to the next conveyor line or staging zone. Systems can be configured with single or multiple turntables, allowing pallets to move between perpendicular lines, parallel lanes, or branching flows without extensive forklift activity.
Example Use Case
A manufacturer needed to feed pallet loads into a stretch wrapper and then direct finished pallets to two different shipping lanes. GlobalRoll supplied a Pallet Infeed & Turntable System with a powered infeed conveyor, a central 90° turntable, and two outbound conveyor legs. Pallets enter from production, are automatically positioned and wrapped, then rotated and sent to the appropriate outbound lane. The system reduced forklift travel in the area, improved safety, and created a consistent, repeatable process for finished goods.
Quality, Traceability & Maintenance
Pallet Infeed & Turntable Systems are built using GlobalRoll’s engineering-controlled templates, with defined BOMs, weldments, drive assemblies, and QA checkpoints. This ensures that the system installed in your facility matches the engineered design and expected performance.
Critical components—such as turntable drive packages, bearings, and load-carrying structures—are documented and can be tracked through manufacturing and QA. That traceability supports preventive maintenance, safety audits, and long-term system management.
The system is designed so that access to drives, rollers, chains, and sensors is considered from the beginning. Maintenance tasks like lubrication, inspection, and component replacement can be performed efficiently without unnecessary disassembly. Standardized components also simplify stocking spares and planning service intervals.
Ready to Configure Your Pallet Infeed & Turntable System?
If you’re looking to automate pallet movement into and out of key process areas—or reduce reliance on forklifts for simple positioning tasks—GlobalRoll can help. We’ll work with your team to define load requirements, safety needs, and layout constraints, then configure a Pallet Infeed & Turntable System using proven, heavy-duty modules.
Downloads & Resources
Use these resources to support engineering reviews and capital planning.
- Pallet Infeed & Turntable System Overview (PDF)
- Pallet Infeed & Turntable Technical Datasheet (PDF)
- Pallet Handling Layout Planning Checklist (PDF)
- Maintenance & Inspection Quick Guide (PDF)