Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials

Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials is suitable for lifting granular materials. In terms of lifting height, it can reach different specifications such as 1.8 meters, 4 meters, and 6 meters. The feeding height of granular materials is adjustable during the lifting process, which can seamlessly connect the layout of different production lines and meet diverse feeding needs. It cleverly combines horizontal and vertical conveying functions, and can smoothly lift powdery, granular and small block materials from a lower feeding point to the required height. This type of elevator not only has the advantage of large conveying capacity and significantly improves production efficiency, but also broadens the application scenarios with its high lifting height.

How to choose a Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials?

When choosing a Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials, the material is a key factor, especially the choice between carbon steel and stainless steel. Different materials have a great impact on equipment performance, service life, applicable scenarios, etc.

① Carbon steel Z-type bucket elevator

It has good mechanical strength and welding performance, is easy to process, and has a relatively low cost. Its corrosion resistance and oxidation resistance are average, and it is not suitable for long-term use in high humidity, strong acid and alkali or highly corrosive environments.

Applicable working conditions: conveying granular materials with low hygiene requirements, such as coal, sand and gravel, plastic particles, fertilizer particles, building material particles, etc.; general industrial environment (normal temperature, dry, no corrosion); occasions with low requirements for equipment appearance and rust prevention.

② Stainless steel Z-type bucket elevator

Stainless steel is commonly made of 304 or 316 materials, which have excellent corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance and good structural strength. Among them, 304 stainless steel is widely used in food, medicine, and chemical industries; 316 stainless steel has stronger resistance to chloride corrosion and is suitable for more stringent chemical or seawater environments.

Applicable working conditions: materials with high requirements for cleanliness and hygiene standards in the food, medicine, and feed industries, such as sugar, grains, milk powder, and tablets; materials susceptible to corrosion in the chemical industry, such as acids, alkalis, salts, and catalysts; high humidity and highly corrosive environments (such as seaside factories and detergent production lines); working conditions that require high equipment life or hope to reduce maintenance frequency.

Comparison between Z-type bucket elevator and other elevators

Differences between Z-type bucket elevator and ordinary bucket elevator

Note: Conveying capacity is related to material characteristics, lifting height, conveying speed and other factors. The above parameters are within the normal range.

What are the advantages and limitations of Z-type bucket elevators for granular materials?

Z-type bucket elevator has significant advantages in the field of granular material transportation due to its unique structural design and operation mode, but it also has certain limitations.

Z-type design allows materials to be fed horizontally, lifted vertically, and discharged horizontally in the same device, greatly simplifying the system layout and saving valuable plant space. It is especially suitable for places with limited space. The bucket remains stable during the lifting process, avoiding the rolling and friction of materials on traditional belt conveyors, and the breakage rate of fragile granular materials (such as grains, puffed foods, and some plastic granules) is extremely low. It is suitable for all kinds of dry, fluid powder, granular and small block materials, such as grains, seeds, feed, plastic granules, chemical raw materials, candy, nuts, etc.

However, compared to simple vertical conveyors (such as screw elevators) or single-function conveying equipment, the design and manufacture of Z-type bucket elevators for granular materials are more complex, so the initial purchase cost is usually higher. For wet, highly viscous materials, they are easy to adhere to the inner wall of the hopper or equipment components, resulting in poor conveying, blockage, and even affecting cleaning. Although the corrosion problem can be solved by selecting special materials such as stainless steel, if the material temperature is too high or the corrosiveness is extremely strong, the material requirements for components such as hoppers, chains/belts will be very high, which will significantly increase the cost.

Application of Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials

Z-type bucket elevator is suitable for a variety of fillings and fragile fillings, such as puffed foods, plastic granules and medicines. Its slow operation reduces the drop height of the filling and avoids filling, while the closed structure prevents serious and fatal contamination. For plastic and fertilizer granules, the elevator is able to quantitatively fill, prevent filling and filling, and can be connected to an automatic weighing system to improve packaging accuracy. The product conveying requirements are high, and medical grade stainless steel is used for cleaning and disinfection. For heavy objects such as metal particles and mineral sand, the elevator can choose wear-resistant alloy or thickened carbon steel bucket body, which is suitable for continuous production and stable operation. Agricultural products such as coffee beans maintain temperature and humidity during the transportation process. The equipment design ensures that no heat and static electricity are generated, the lifting process is gentle and emission-free, and the level of automation is improved.

What is the price of a Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials?

The price of a Z-type bucket elevator for granular materials is not fixed and uniform, but is determined based on a variety of factors. Generally speaking, Z-type bucket elevators are customized conveying equipment, and the price range is usually between ¥12,000 and ¥80,000 per unit. Some large or stainless steel high-end models may cost more than ¥100,000 per unit. Generally speaking, the price range is as follows:

Small equipment: usually around $1,000 to $5,000.

Medium-sized equipment: The price is generally between $5,000 and $15,000.

Large or customized equipment: may reach more than $15,000, or even higher.

For specific prices, it is recommended to consult the manufacturer of dahan machinery and compare quotations based on actual needs.