Confusion often arises when sourcing a bucket elevator, with prices varying widely from one supplier to the next. The reason? The term “bucket elevator” is used to describe two fundamentally different types of equipment: agricultural bucket elevators (commonly called grain legs) and industrial bucket elevators. …
The choice between continuous and centrifugal bucket elevators is the starting point for bucket elevator design, with implications on each decision that follows. While both configurations serve the same core function – to carry material vertically – they do so in very different ways, with …
One of the most important design decisions in configuring an industrial bucket elevator is whether to use a belt or chain bucket elevator. While both configurations are capable of transporting material vertically and continuously, they do so with very different characteristics. This article explores the …
Whether purchasing a new bucket elevator or re-configuring an existing one, proper elevator bucket style selection is a key aspect of achieving an effective and efficient handling system. With a range of elevator bucket styles available, selecting the most appropriate fit can seem daunting, but …
Bucket elevators are essential for handling potash at various stages of processing, storage, and distribution. From mining and ore processing to fertilizer production and loadout, these elevators efficiently transport potash in both raw and processed forms. However, the unique characteristics of potash—namely its hygroscopic and …
Bucket elevators are essential to bulk material handling operations, efficiently transporting materials vertically. However, their performance and longevity depend on proper maintenance procedures. This article explores key best practices in bucket elevator maintenance, focusing on belt/chain tension, casing alignment, and throat plate adjustment. Following these …
If material needs to be moved vertically, chances are a bucket elevator is the ideal solution for the job. In fact, the versatility and configurability of this equipment make bucket elevators a common bulk material handling system in a number of different industries. What follows …
Building a quality bucket elevator that lasts requires more than just robust materials and skilled fabrication; it demands a dedication to stringent quality standards at every step of the process. At FEECO International, we understand that quality is the key to achieving lasting, high-performance equipment. …
Bucket elevators are a critical component in many bulk material handling processes, designed to move materials vertically with efficiency and reliability. To ensure optimal performance, reduce downtime, and extend the life of this equipment, it’s essential for operators to follow specific best practices. From maintaining …
Self-supporting bucket elevators, also known as free-standing elevators, offer an essential alternative to large super-capacity bucket elevator designs traditionally supported by structural steel. In settings which demand several hundred tons per hour of material capacity, such as the potash industry, and where structural steel is …