Back to Tools
Conveyor Speed Calculator
Calculate optimal conveyor speed for your throughput requirements
Input Parameters
Throughput Requirements
Item Specifications
Gap between items
Conveyor Type
Speed Results
Enter parameters and click Calculate to see results
Design Recommendations
Calculate speed to see design recommendations
Calculation Methodology
Speed Calculation
Items per Second: Daily Throughput ÷ (Working Hours × 3600)
Pitch: Item Length + Item Spacing
Required Speed: Items/sec × Pitch ÷ Efficiency
Recommended Speed: Next standard speed above required
Industry Standards
Typical Speeds: 6-60 m/min depending on application
Light Goods: 18-30 m/min
Heavy Pallets: 6-15 m/min
Sortation: 30-60 m/min