Flexible Powered Conveyors
POWERED FLEXIBILITY FOR FASTER LOADING, UNLOADING, AND FULFILLMENT
Flexible powered conveyors bridge the gap between your fixed conveyor system and the truck — efficiently and without the manual labor that gravity conveyors require. Unlike gravity models that depend on slope and package weight, powered flexible conveyors use live rollers to move packages of any size at controlled, variable speeds with minimal operator effort.
They expand, retract, and flex around corners or obstacles to serve multiple dock doors from a single unit. When the shift is done, they collapse to a fraction of their working length for compact storage. For warehouses, distribution centers, 3PL operations, and e-commerce fulfillment, flexible powered conveyors are one of the highest-impact upgrades available.
Jealco supplies FMH BestFlex flexible powered roller conveyors — the industry's most trusted line — and can source them for customers worldwide, including export to Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
FMH BestFlex Flexible Powered Roller Conveyors
FMH Conveyors is the result of the merger of Best Conveyor and Nestaflex — the two companies that essentially defined the flexible conveyor category. Their BestFlex powered line is the benchmark for dock-to-conveyor bridging applications, and Jealco is your independent source for BestFlex equipment worldwide.
Why Choose a Powered Flexible Conveyor Over Gravity?
- Benefits of Flexible Powered Conveyors
- Moves packages of any weight and size without relying on gravity or slope
- Variable speed control — 0 to 120 fpm (0 to 36.6 m/min) adjustable
- Reduces operator fatigue and injury risk through powered, ergonomic handling
- Expands to serve the work area and retracts for storage when not in use
- Curves up to 90° and 180° to navigate around obstacles or service multiple dock doors
- Optional zero-pressure accumulation prevents package collisions during high-volume operations
- Available as standalone units or integrated with existing fixed conveyor systems
BestFlex 1.5 vs. 1.9 — Which Is Right for Your Operation?
| BestFlex 1.5 | BestFlex 1.9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Roller diameter | 1.5 in (38 mm) | 1.9 in (48 mm) |
| Best for | General applications, lighter packages | Heavier, more demanding operations |
| Caster size | 6 in (152 mm) | 8 in (203 mm) |
| Retracted footprint | More compact | Slightly larger |
| Accumulation options | No | Yes (photo eye zones) |
| Brushless motors | No | Optional |
Bestflex 1.5 Series
Type: Light to medium-duty flexible powered roller conveyor
Roller Diameter: 1.5 in (38 mm)
Capacity: 100 lbs per linear foot (149 kg/m)
Casters: 6 in (152 mm) standard
Electrical: 120 VAC, adjustable speed 0–120 fpm (0–36.6 m/min)
Features:
- Compact roller design for smaller footprint when retracted
- Fractional DC motors with serviceable brushes
- Expandable and flexible — curves up to 180°
- Ergonomic side handles for safe opening and closing
- On/off switches at both ends
- UL/CUL rated
Ideal For: General-purpose shipping and receiving, e-commerce fulfillment, packaging lines, light to medium package handling where storage space is at a premium.
Bestflex 1.9 Series
Type: Medium to heavy-duty flexible powered roller conveyor
Roller Diameter: 1.9 in (48 mm), 16-gauge precision bearing rollers on 12 mm axles
Capacity: 100 lbs per linear foot (149 kg/m)
Casters: 8 in (203 mm) standard
Widths Available: 18 in, 24 in, 30 in, 36 in (457 mm, 610 mm, 762 mm, 914 mm)
Electrical: 120 VAC, adjustable speed 0–120 fpm (0–36.6 m/min)
Features:
- Heavier-duty roller and frame construction for more demanding applications
- Fractional DC motors with serviceable brushes; brushless motor option available
- Quick-change drive belt system for reduced maintenance downtime
- Expandable and flexible — curves up to 90° and 180°
- Optional Read-Between-the-Rollers photo eyes for zero-pressure accumulation
- Electronic zone controls allow packages to advance to discharge end automatically
- On/off switches at both ends; multiple handle styles available
- UL/CUL rated
- Accumulation and transportation configurations available; both operate forward and reverse
Ideal For:
High-volume shipping and receiving docks, 3PL operations, e-commerce distribution, truck loading and unloading where durability and package throughput are critical.
BestFlex Accessories
FMH offers add-ons that extend BestFlex capability in demanding environments:
- PowerTrax Power Assist — removes the manual effort of moving conveyors in and out of trailers
- Impact Cart — available gravity or powered; absorbs high-impact loading and unloading to protect the conveyor in high-volume operations
- Auxiliary Power Cord — links two separate conveyor sections together
Still Not Sure?
Contact us — we'll help you match the right unit to your load, throughput, and dock configuration.
Note on other manufacturers:
As an independent distributor, Jealco is not limited to a single brand. If your application requires a different solution or manufacturer, contact us and we'll source the right fit.