The High-Speed Switch is a lane divider/converger designed to split a flow of products while maintaining product pitch. Typically, these units will receive a single line flow and switch it into two, three, or four lanes of output. Product flow can be split at high speeds — SpanTech High-Speed Switch systems are currently in place successfully running at up to 300 fpm. 

Description
The High-Speed Switch transports product on a series of sliding carriers. Each carrier slides freely on a pair of carrier rods which are supported between and driven by a pair of SpanTech’s MonoSpan conveyor chains. 
The revolutionary technology used to switch the carriers into separate lanes is unlike any other used in the industry today.  This allows the High-Speed Switch to operate at much greater speeds than comparable switches on the market. 
Additionally, the SpanTech High-Speed Switch does not require precision timing to operate successfully – it can even be operated by manually toggling the pneumatic valve – there is no requirement for a PLC.
The High-Speed Switch is offered with three controls options:

• No Controls (if you already have your own PLC or signal to control the switch)
• 50/50 Split (an economic “plug and play” system which automatically splits the incoming product into 50% left, 50% right)
• Full PLC (for complex switching logic or multiple lane switches)

General Specifications

• The High-Speed Switch is rated for continuous 24-hour/day operation
• Maximum conveyor speed is 400 fpm
• The High-Speed Switch is designed for rigid or bagged product (not intended for bulk product)
• Minimum carrier width: 5 1/2” (140mm)
• Support frame: 2” x 2” square tubing, all welded
• Gearmotor: SEW Eurodrive, helical-bevel gearbox, hollow-shaft mount