gravity-roller conveyor
mechanical device
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A gravity-roller conveyor is a mechanical device used for moving materials. It consists of a series of parallel rollers mounted on a frame. These rollers are typically fixed in place. Materials are moved along these rollers either by gravity, if the frame is slightly inclined, or by manual pushing. This type of conveyor is a component of broader conveyor systems used in industrial applications, warehousing, and freight handling.12
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