Conveyor is a widely used conveying equipment in various industries, with different types and uses. When selecting a conveyor, it is necessary to consider the actual needs and usage scenarios comprehensively. The following will introduce the types of conveyors and how to choose a suitable conveyor.
1、 Types of conveyors
Belt conveyor
Belt conveyor is the most common type of conveying equipment, which consists of belts, active rollers, and driven rollers. Belt conveyors have the advantages of simple structure, easy maintenance, and stable operation, and are suitable for conveying various bulk materials, such as coal, ore, grains, etc. According to usage requirements, the belt conveyor can be arranged horizontally or obliquely.
Chain plate conveyor
The chain plate conveyor consists of chain plates, active sprockets, and driven sprockets. Chain conveyor has the advantages of strong load-bearing capacity, smooth operation, and high conveying efficiency, and is suitable for conveying various block and granular materials, such as coal, ore, cement, etc. Chain conveyor can also be arranged horizontally or obliquely.
Scraper conveyor
The scraper conveyor consists of a scraper, a chain, and a driving device. Scraper conveyor has the advantages of compact structure, small footprint, and strong adaptability, and is suitable for conveying various granular or small materials, such as coal powder, feed, etc. The scraper conveyor can be arranged horizontally or obliquely, or bent.
Spiral conveyor
The screw conveyor is composed of spiral blades and a shell. Spiral conveyor has the advantages of simple structure, convenient operation, and good sealing, and is suitable for conveying various granular or small materials, such as coal, cement, etc. Spiral conveyors can be arranged horizontally or obliquely, but generally do not undergo bending arrangements.
2、 Choose the appropriate conveyor
Select based on material characteristics
Different types of conveyors are suitable for different types of materials. When selecting a conveyor, factors such as the shape, size, and weight of the material need to be considered. For example, for granular materials, chain conveyor or scraper conveyor can be selected; For block materials, either a belt conveyor or a chain conveyor can be selected; For fragile materials, you can choose a scraper conveyor or a screw conveyor.
Select according to the usage scenario
Different usage scenarios have different requirements for conveyors. When selecting a conveyor, factors such as usage environment, usage purpose, and installation location need to be considered. For example, when used in outdoor areas, corrosion-resistant and rainproof belt conveyors can be chosen; When used indoors, a screw conveyor with good sealing and low noise can be selected; When fast material conveying is required, efficient chain conveyor or scraper conveyor can be selected.
Choose according to actual needs
In addition to material characteristics and usage scenarios, it is also necessary to consider actual needs. Actual requirements include factors such as required conveying capacity, conveying distance, installation space, etc. For example, in situations where large conveying capacity is required, chain conveyor or scraper conveyor can be chosen; In situations where long conveying distances are required, belt conveyors or chain plate conveyors can be chosen; In the case of limited installation space, small and compact scraper conveyors or screw conveyors can be selected.
In summary, selecting a suitable conveyor requires considering multiple factors. When selecting, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the actual needs and usage scenarios, and choose the appropriate model to meet the usage requirements.
Post time: Dec-18-2023