floor conveyor
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A floor conveyor is a mechanical device used for moving materials, typically in industrial settings. These systems utilize a chain, cable, or other linkage mounted in or near the floor, forming an endless track. They are often designed to drag carts on wheels in a loop, facilitating the transport of large products or materials for assembly. Power is supplied to the chain via guiding rollers.1
A related term, "floor truck," refers to a hand-operated conveyance, usually a box or basket on wheels, used indoors in places like factories or stores.2
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