The document discusses different types of conveyor systems used for transporting materials including belt, roller, slat, overhead, bucket, spiral, and screw conveyors. It also describes escalators which are continuously moving staircases, and elevators which transport people and goods vertically between floors of buildings.
The document discusses different types of conveyor systems used for transporting materials including belt, roller, slat, overhead, bucket, spiral, and screw conveyors. It also describes escalators which are continuously moving staircases, and elevators which transport people and goods vertically between floors of buildings.
The document discusses different types of conveyor systems used for transporting materials including belt, roller, slat, overhead, bucket, spiral, and screw conveyors. It also describes escalators which are continuously moving staircases, and elevators which transport people and goods vertically between floors of buildings.
The document discusses different types of conveyor systems used for transporting materials including belt, roller, slat, overhead, bucket, spiral, and screw conveyors. It also describes escalators which are continuously moving staircases, and elevators which transport people and goods vertically between floors of buildings.
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CONVEYING SYSTEM
Conveyors, escalators, and elevators are integral components of modern transportation and material handling systems.
Conveyors Conveyors are mechanical systems crucial for transferring luggage and materials efficiently within various industries. Research emphasizes the importance of maintenance to prevent issues like belt slippage, which can lead to operational disruptions and damage. Factors such as heavy loads, belt age, and conveyor layout influence slippage. Effective maintenance, including cutting fiber belts, is essential to avoid such issues
Types of Conveyors:
Belt Conveyor: A simple conveyor type that moves parts from one end to the other using a belt system. It is not suitable as a working surface or for presenting parts to robots but is commonly used due to its simplicity.
Roller Conveyor: Roller conveyors are part of material handling systems that use a series of evenly spaced cylindrical rollers to move boxes, supplies, materials, objects, and parts across an open space or from an upper level to a lower level.
Slat Conveyors: Slat conveyors have flat slats connected to a chain, similar to chain conveyors but with slats replacing the belt. They have a smooth surface that prevents damage to items being moved, making them ideal for assembly applications and robotic automation
Overhead Conveyors: Overhead conveyors come in various types, each designed for specific functions with different designs. They are commonly used for moving products overhead, providing flexibility and efficiency in material handling processes
Bucket Conveyors: Move products (typically aggregate or bulk) vertically via reciprocating buckets. The conveyor is made of an interconnected loop of troughs/buckets that stay level when moving from horizontal to vertical, preventing their contents from spilling out.
Spiral Conveyors: Also known as a helical conveyor, is a type of conveyor system that uses a continuous spiral-shaped belt or chain to transport materials vertically or at an incline. It is designed to move items between different levels or floors within a facility while optimizing space utilization.
Screw Conveyor: Also known as an auger conveyor, is an industrial equipment used to transport bulk quantities of granular solids, semi-solids, liquids, and non-flowing materials from one point to another. It operates by rotating a screw shaft within a trough, pushing materials linearly along its path. Screw conveyors can be designed to provide horizontal, vertical, and inclined travel paths, making them versatile for various material handling applications.
These types of conveyors serve different purposes and are chosen based on the specific requirements of the material handling process, offering a range of options to suit various industries and applications.
ESCALATOR An escalator is a moving staircase consisting of an endlessly circulating belt of steps driven by a motor, used for transporting passengers between floors in a public building. It is a power-driven set of stairs arranged like an endless belt that ascends or descends continuously. When you get on an escalator, you can stand still and let it carry you. Escalators are commonly found in shopping malls, airports, and other large, public buildings as a way for people to get from one floor to another. An escalator works by moving a large belt of linked steps with a motor, where each step seems to disappear as it moves parallel with the floor at the destination. The word "escalator" was coined in 1900 by the Otis Elevator Company, derived from the word "escalade," meaning "use ladders to scale a wall." Escalators provide a convenient and efficient way for people to move between different levels of a building, especially in high-traffic areas.
ELEVATOR An elevator, also known as a lift, is a mechanical device designed to transport people or goods vertically between floors within a building, ship, or other structure. It is powered by electric motors that drive traction cables and counterweight systems or pump hydraulic fluid to raise a cylindrical piston, allowing for efficient movement between levels. Elevators are a common feature in multi- story buildings, especially in high-traffic areas like shopping malls, airports, and office buildings, providing a convenient and efficient way for people to move between different floors. They are also used in agriculture and manufacturing to lift materials in a continuous stream into bins or silos, with various types of conveyor devices serving this purpose. The design of elevators has evolved over time, with modern systems incorporating advanced technologies like permanent magnet motors, machine room-less rail mounted gearless machines, and microprocessor controls.
