4 Types of Industrial Bucket Elevators
Continuous bucket elevators use a continuous loop of buckets attached to a chain or belt The buckets scoop up material at the bottom travel upwards and discharge the material at the top On a continuous discharge belt driven bucket elevator the buckets still rotate except this time they move at a slower speed
Types of Bucket Elevator Buckets Features & Benefits KWS
Reduced elevator maintenance Extended bucket life decreases elevator downtime and maintenance costs associated with bucket replacement Buckets are easy to install and replace with a variety of fastening options Cost Savings Lighter weight versus carbon steel buckets reduces energy usage Non metallic buckets offer a more cost effective alternative to carbon