As the driving power behind a troughed belt conveyor, the drive assembly is a critical component in a conveyorโs ability to perform reliably and efficiently in the long term. Also known as the drive arrangement, the drive assembly is what supplies the torque to create …
Each week on our home page, we feature three articles that are highly relevant under the current market circumstances. This week, weโre highlighting: Six Aspects of Successful Bulk Solids Processing Six Aspects of Successful Bulk Solids Processing looks at the key requirements needed for a …
The term bulk solids processing encompasses an array of different types of materials, processing techniques, and objectives; soil amendments and fertilizers, minerals and ores, chemical compounds and more, all fall under the umbrella of bulk solids. And while the goals and equipment differ across operations, …
Bucket elevators provide an ideal means of vertically transporting material throughout a facility, minimizing the equipment footprint and providing reliable, continuous high-capacity bulk handling. Many questions arise when purchasing a bucket elevator, including what capacities and customizations are available, but often forgotten are the questions …
As one of the most cost-effective ways to transport material in and around a facility, belt conveyors are employed in every industry working with bulk solids. Their diverse handling capabilities combined with flexible design makes them an essential tool in nearly any setting. But conveyors …
Bulk material handling equipment such as bucket elevators and belt conveyors transports material in and around processing and shipping facilities, lending automation and flexibility to industrial operations of all types. While bulk material handling equipment design is relatively straightforward, a number of material- and facility-specific …
Bucket elevators are the standard equipment for vertically conveying bulk solids, applicable to a wide range of materials, and capable of accommodating high-capacity handling. While bucket elevators consist of fairly standard designs, they still offer plenty of opportunity for customization in order to achieve a …
Companies that use heap leaching to extract precious metals such as copper, gold, silver, or uranium ore have come to rely on FEECO for their production needs, from preliminary consultation and feasibility/materials testing, to custom equipment manufacturing and system design. FEECO can even offer a …
Problems encountered with troughed belt conveyors have the potential to injure employees, shut down the production line, and incur substantial costs in repairs and production losses. Choosing a reputable conveyor manufacturer and having a system designed around the unique needs of the specific handling application …
The bucket elevator serves as a key piece of equipment in vertically transporting material throughout a facility, whether it is a mine site or production plant. The selection of a well-built elevator often means the difference between an operation that runs smoothly and reliably, and …