Spiral Conveyor Manufacturing & Design | Custom Built Australia

Introduction To Spiral Conveyors: An Overview

Jarlam Australia has extensive experience in the design, fabrication, and installation of custom spiral conveyors for facilities across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Whether you need a compact spiral conveyor to optimise floor space in a food production environment or a heavy-duty stainless steel system for an industrial facility, our in-house engineering and fabrication team delivers bespoke solutions from first concept through to final commissioning.

With 16,000+ impressions already showing strong search demand for spiral conveyor solutions, Jarlam is the Australian manufacturer with the credentials and capacity to deliver.

What Is a Spiral Conveyor?

A spiral conveyor is a space-efficient conveying system that moves product vertically — either elevating or lowering it — along a continuous helical path. Unlike conventional incline conveyors, a spiral conveyor achieves significant height changes within a small footprint, making it ideal for facilities where floor space is at a premium.

Spiral conveyors are used across food production, confectionery, pharmaceutical, packaging, and general industrial environments. They handle a wide range of products including packaged goods, trays, tubs, tins, bottles, and loose-fill items.

Jarlam’s Spiral Conveyor Design & Fabrication Process

Jarlam’s spiral conveyors are engineered from scratch to your facility’s exact requirements. Our design and build process covers:

Concept & Design
Our engineers use CAD software (AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor) to produce detailed fabrication drawings before a single component is cut. We work directly from your facility layout, production throughput requirements, and product specifications.

Fabrication
All spiral conveyors are fabricated in-house at our Bayswater workshop. We specialise in stainless steel construction for food-grade and pharmaceutical environments, and work with trusted belt suppliers including Intralox, Forbo, Siegling, and Rexnord.

Key design features available:

Adjustable belt tension systems
Bearing variation and upgrade options
Automated controls and variable speed drives
Modular components for simplified maintenance and future expansion
Dual-track configurations
Food-grade and hygienic wash-down specifications

Installation & Commissioning
Our qualified trades team manages the full installation on-site. We conduct a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before work commences and operate to strict Safe Work Method Statements throughout. Minimal downtime and a clean handover are our benchmark on every project.

Why a Well-Designed Spiral Conveyor Matters

The design of your spiral conveyor directly affects maintenance frequency, operational lifespan, and total cost of ownership. A poorly designed system — whether undersized bearings, inadequate belt tension management, or the wrong belt type for the product — leads to chronic breakdowns and expensive repairs.

Jarlam’s approach prioritises:

Low maintenance — correct design eliminates the most common failure points before installation
Durability — heavy-gauge stainless steel construction rated for your load and throughput
Operational efficiency — optimised spiral geometry matched to your product’s handling characteristics
Long service life — verified components and engineered tolerances that hold up under daily production demands

Industries We Serve

Jarlam supplies spiral conveyor systems across a broad range of industries:

Food manufacturing — hygienic stainless steel spiral conveyors for baked goods, confectionery, dairy, snack foods, and packaged products
Pharmaceutical — cleanroom-rated spiral conveyors built to TGA-relevant hygiene standards
Meat & poultry processing — wash-down rated systems with corrosion-resistant components
Packaging & warehousing — high-throughput spiral conveyors for case, tray, and carton handling
Industrial manufacturing — heavy-duty spiral conveyor systems for general production environments

Jarlam has worked with companies including Darrell Lea, McCain Foods, Sealed Air, and Snack Brands Australia — clients whose production demands require spiral conveyors that simply don’t fail.

Choosing the Right Spiral Conveyor Manufacturer

Not all spiral conveyor manufacturers are equal. When evaluating suppliers, consider:

Experience and track record — Has the manufacturer built spiral conveyors for your industry? Can they show completed case studies? Jarlam has delivered spiral conveyor projects across food, pharmaceutical, packaging, and industrial sectors with installations across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

In-house fabrication — Manufacturers who outsource fabrication lose control over quality and lead times. Jarlam fabricates entirely in-house, meaning tighter tolerances, better quality control, and faster turnaround.

Customisation capability — Standard catalogue spiral conveyors rarely suit real facility layouts. Jarlam designs every spiral conveyor from scratch around your specific space, throughput, and product requirements.

Lead time and delivery — Jarlam’s in-house team means realistic project timelines and the ability to manage fast-track requirements without compromising quality.

Cost vs value — The lowest-cost option rarely delivers the lowest total cost of ownership. Jarlam’s conveyors are engineered to minimise maintenance and maximise lifespan from day one.

Spiral Conveyor Refurbishment & Upgrades

If your existing spiral conveyor is underperforming, Jarlam’s engineering team can assess, refurbish, and upgrade your system without full replacement. Services include belt replacement, bearing upgrades, structural repairs, controls upgrades, and hygienic conversion for food or pharmaceutical compliance.

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Ready to discuss your spiral conveyor project?

Jarlam offers a free initial consultation. Contact our engineering team at (03) 9762 6833 or email sales@jarlam.com.au to discuss your requirements.

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Spiral Conveyor FAQs

What is the lead time for a custom spiral conveyor?

Lead times vary depending on complexity, but most custom spiral conveyor projects are delivered within 8–16 weeks from design sign-off. Jarlam’s in-house fabrication team allows us to manage timelines without relying on external subcontractors.

What materials do you use to manufacture spiral conveyors?

Jarlam fabricates spiral conveyors primarily in stainless steel (304 and 316 grades) for food, pharmaceutical, and wash-down environments. Mild steel options are available for general industrial applications where hygiene requirements are lower.

Can you manufacture a spiral conveyor to suit a small footprint?

Yes. Spiral conveyors are specifically designed to maximise vertical travel within a minimal floor footprint. Jarlam’s engineers will design the spiral diameter and pitch to suit your available space and required lift height.

Do you install spiral conveyors as well as manufacture them?

Yes. Jarlam provides a complete design, fabrication, and installation service. Our qualified trades team manages the full on-site installation, including electrical commissioning in partnership with Jarlam Electrics.

Can you refurbish or upgrade an existing spiral conveyor?

Yes. Jarlam can assess your existing spiral conveyor and carry out targeted refurbishments including belt replacement, bearing upgrades, structural repairs, and controls upgrades — without the cost of full replacement.

What industries do your spiral conveyors suit?

Jarlam supplies spiral conveyors for food manufacturing, confectionery, pharmaceutical, meat processing, packaging, warehousing, and general industrial production environments.

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