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1. Food-Grade Stainless Steel Construction
The 3873 conveyor line is built entirely with high-quality stainless steel, resistant to rust, oil, and daily wear. Its smooth surface and rounded edges prevent food residue buildup, making sanitation quick and compliant with strict hygiene standards. This durable construction ensures long service life even in high-humidity environments.
2. Intelligent Variable Speed Control System
Equipped with an advanced control system, the conveyor allows operators to adjust the belt speed freely based on real-time dining traffic. This feature optimizes the pace of tray collection, preventing bottlenecks during peak hours. The user-friendly interface ensures easy operation for staff with minimal training.
3. Energy-Efficient & Low Noise Operation
Engineered with a high-performance motor and precision bearings, the 3873 system consumes minimal energy while delivering reliable power. It operates with extremely low noise, creating a quieter and more comfortable dining environment without the disturbance of traditional mechanical conveyors.
4. Modular and Flexible Design
Featuring a modular structure, the conveyor can be easily extended, shortened, or reconfigured to fit unique kitchen layouts. This flexibility allows seamless integration with dishwashers and waste collection stations, providing a customized material handling solution that adapts to future needs.
Product Uses
1. Corporate and School Canteens
In large cafeterias, the 3873 conveyor line streamlines the return and collection of used trays. Employees and students simply place their trays onto the moving belt, which transports them directly to the dishwashing area. This automation reduces clutter in dining halls and minimizes the labor required for manual collection.
2. Hotel and Restaurant Back-of-House Operations
For hotels and high-volume restaurants, the system efficiently moves soiled trays from the dining area to the kitchen cleaning station. Its durable stainless steel construction withstands constant use and frequent wash-downs, ensuring reliable performance and maintaining high sanitation standards throughout busy service periods.
3. Food Courts and Fast-Food Chains
The 3873 conveyor is ideal for food court environments where multiple vendors share a common dining area. It encourages customers to clear their own trays, keeping the space clean and inviting. The variable speed control allows management to adjust the pace based on customer flow, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
















The 3873 dinner plate conveying line is a modular tray transport system built around 38.1 mm pitch seamless turning chain. Designed for commercial kitchens, school canteens, and food service facilities, the system automates the collection and transfer of used dinner trays and dishware. The conveyor structure uses stainless steel framing with variable speed drive, while the 3873 series modular chain provides a continuous flat surface that navigates curved layouts without gaps. Multiple chain configurations are available to suit straight, curved, and spiral conveying paths.
The 3873 series chain features interlocking plate segments that form a continuous conveying surface, even along curved sections. The chain plates are injection molded from POM material, with carbon steel or stainless steel base chains depending on the selected model. Pitch measures 38.1 mm across all standard variants, with base chain specification 12A-1.
The conveyor frame is constructed from stainless steel, selected for corrosion resistance in food service environments where regular washdown occurs. The drive system supports variable speed adjustment, allowing operators to match conveying pace to peak and off-peak dining periods. The modular frame design enables layout customization including straight sections, 90-degree turns, and 180-degree returns.
Seven chain configurations are available within the 3873 product family. These include standard seamless turning chains (FTC-3873 series), reinforced bearing versions (FTC-3873TW), spiral flat chains (FTC-3873-K550), and ball-on-ball / lower ball rotary chains (FTC-3873RX series). Width options range from 152.4 mm (K550) to 406.4 mm (K1600) to accommodate different tray sizes.
Chain Model | Plate Width (mm) | Chain Weight (kg/m) | Min. Turning Radius (mm) | Plate Material | Working Load - Carbon Steel Base (N) | Working Load - Stainless Steel Base (N) |
FTC-3873-K1000 | 254.0 | 3.1 | R568 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
FTC-3873-K1200 | 304.8 | 3.4 | R610 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
FTC-3873-K1600 | 406.4 | 6.1 | R800 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
Pitch: 38.1 mm | Base Chain Spec: 12A-1 | Base Chain Material: Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel | Back Bending Radius: RD180 mm
Chain Model | Plate Width (mm) | Chain Weight (kg/m) | Min. Turning Radius (mm) | Plate Material | Working Load - Carbon Steel Base (N) | Working Load - Stainless Steel Base (N) |
FTC-3873TW-WFZC-K1000 | 254.0 | 3.1 | R568 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
FTC-3873TW-WFZC-K1200 | 304.8 | 3.4 | R610 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
FTC-3873TW-WFZC-K1600 | 406.4 | 8.1 | R900 | POM | 17000 | 12000 |
Pitch: 38.1 mm | Base Chain Spec: 12A-1 | Base Chain Material: Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel | Back Bending Radius: RD180 mm
Chain Model | Plate Width (mm) | Chain Weight (kg/m) | Min. Turning Radius (mm) | Plate Material | Working Load (Carbon/Stainless, N) | Back Bending Radius (mm) |
FTC-3873-K550 | 152.4 | 2.0 | R150 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | RD180 |
FTC-3873-K1200-BN | 304.8 | 3.2 | R210 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | RD180 |
FTC-3873RX-K1200-SGZ-BU | 304.8 | 2.8 | R810 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | 185 |
FTC-3873RX-K1200-XGZ-BN | 304.8 | 3.0 | R810 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | 185 |
FTC-3873TW-K1200-PB | 304.8 | 3.6 | R610 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | 185 |
FTC-3873TW-K1600-PB | 406.4 | 4.6 | R800 | POM | 17000 / 12000 | 185 |
Complete machines are shipped within 15-17 business days. Each unit is packed in a custom wooden crate for transit protection. Lead times are calculated in business days and exclude public holidays.
Yes, the system uses modular construction and can be configured in custom lengths and layout patterns. The engineering team provides CAD layout design based on available floor space, required throughput, and tray dimensions.
Individual chain plates, sprockets, and drive components are available as spare parts for maintenance and repair. Commercial buyers may order replacement segments to match their existing chain model specifications.
The manufacturer provides installation guidance and a standard 12-month warranty for complete conveyor systems. Technical support responds within 48 hours for operational issues. Facilities planning tray collection automation may request layout proposals based on their specific site dimensions.
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