Description
Product Overview
The CC600 case conveyor chain is the industry benchmark for cardboard case and carton handling in food manufacturing, beverage distribution, and e-commerce fulfilment. Its wide, flat top surface — up to 600 mm across in the widest TAB variant — provides stable product support for corrugated cases of varying footprint sizes without additional guide rails along the conveying surface. This matters particularly on accumulation zones and merging sections where cases from multiple upstream lines converge at different orientations.
EverPower plastic chain Australia Pty Ltd supplies the full CC600 variant range — 600, 600TAB, 600-C, 600TAB-C, 600F, and 600CV — as precision-fit replacements for System Plast equivalents. The chain body is manufactured from POM (polyoxymethylene), which provides dimensional stability, low friction against stainless steel guide rail, and food-contact compliance. Learn more on the About Us page.
CC600 Variant Guide
The six CC600 variants each address specific case-handling scenarios. Selecting the wrong variant leads to either inadequate product support or unnecessary cost from over-specified chain width.
| Variant | Key Feature | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| 600 | Standard flat top, 600 mm wide | Straight-run case conveying, sortation |
| 600TAB | TAB (tab-link) for curve capability | Sideflexing, curved conveyor layouts |
| 600-C | Closed-surface top (no gap) | Small-base products, soft packaging |
| 600TAB-C | TAB + closed surface combined | Curved runs with small or soft-base product |
| 600F | Friction top surface | Inclined conveying, anti-slip holding |
| 600CV | V-groove profile for centring | Round or cylindrical product orientating |
Why POM Outperforms Steel for Case Conveying
Case conveyor chains in distribution and secondary packaging facilities face a specific wear pattern: the underside of cardboard cases generates abrasive friction far higher than smooth bottle bases or machined metal parts. Steel chain surfaces in this application typically develop scoring and surface hardening within 6–12 months, causing a dramatic increase in case-surface scuffing. This leads to cosmetic rejection of high-value branded cases and, eventually, label delamination on decorated corrugated packaging.
POM CC600 chain maintains a consistent surface roughness (Ra 0.8–1.6 µm) throughout its service life because the material wears gradually and uniformly rather than developing localised high spots. In a high-throughput distribution centre processing 4,000–6,000 cases per hour, this translates to measurably lower cosmetic rejection rates and fewer label-damage claims from retailers.
Key Technical Data
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain Material | POM-C (polyoxymethylene copolymer) |
| Food-Grade Compliance | FDA 21 CFR / EU 10/2011 (indirect contact) |
| Operating Temperature | −40 °C to +90 °C continuous |
| Max Conveyor Speed | 60 m/min (dry-run), 90 m/min (lubricated) |
| Surface Roughness (new) | Ra 0.8–1.6 µm |
| Min Bend Radius (TAB variants) | Approx. 600 mm inner radius at 40 m/min |
Matched Components and Accessories
EverPower supplies the complete accessory set for CC600 case conveyor installations. Ordering matched components alongside the chain eliminates dimensional uncertainty and ensures the assembled conveyor meets rated throughput from day one.
| Component | Description | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Sprockets (CC600) | PA66 and SUS304, matched to CC600 pitch | ✓ In stock |
| Idler Wheels | Plastic, stainless axle, for return-strand support | ✓ In stock |
| Aluminium Guide Rails | Extruded profiles for side and wear-strip guidance | ✓ On request |
| Chain Connecting Links | POM body, SUS304 or carbon steel pin | ✓ In stock |
What Our Customers Say
“We run CC600TAB on our beer keg case line — curves every 4 metres, 24 hours per day. The EverPower chain has now done 14 months without a replacement. Our previous supplier’s chain started showing surface wear at 8 months.”
— Maintenance Manager, Brewery Distribution, Melbourne VIC
“The 600-C closed-surface variant solved our soft-pack conveying problem outright. We were losing about 2% of soft-pack products per shift through the open gaps of standard chain. Zero losses in six months since switching.”
— Production Line Manager, Flexible Packaging Facility, Perth WA
“Ordered CC600F friction-top for our inclined can-tray conveyor. The technical data sheet was accurate — the surface friction coefficient matched our calculations. Installation and tensioning were textbook. No adjustments needed post-commissioning.”
— Mechanical Engineer, Canned Food Producer, Adelaide SA
