The Hilmot MDR Gate

The Hilmot MDR gate provides a break in the conveyor line for pedestrian traffic. The power source for the gate must be from the charge side. A new power source is required after the gate (discharge side). Gates are available in Hilmot standard widths: 15", 18", 21", 24", 27", 30", 33", and 36". The gate consists of a 4' pivoting bed and a zone length tangent. Gates are available in right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) lifts. Zones are not normally used in the gate in an accumulation system. When a gate is used, either in transportation or accumulation, controls must be in place to stop product when the gate is in the "up" position. The gate must be free of accumulated product before raising for pedestrian use. Rollers in accumulation zones and in the gate need to run faster to compensate for this added distance and to maintain rate. Hilmot gates come standard with: