c.
Suspended Tray Conveyors
● Are engineered for power plants and similar facilities to
MODULE 3 manage bulk materials like coal and ash.
● These systems consist of trays or buckets suspended
Conveyors from a continuous chain or cable, allowing for smooth and
A mechanized device used for material handling, designed to controlled movement of materials.
transport goods in large quantities between specific locations over
a fixed path. Efficient Vertical Handling: Optimized for elevation
changes.
TYPES OF CONVEYORS Reduced Spillage: Ensures clean and controlled
material transfer.
Robust Design: Withstands abrasive materials like ash.
1. Roller Conveyor
Consist of a series of parallel, rotating cylindrical rollers that
3. Portable Conveyors
enable the movement of goods. Can operate through gravity
● Are lightweight, mobile systems designed for temporary
(inclined) or with a mechanical propulsion system.
use or locations with limited space.
● These conveyors are built with a foldable and extendable
Speed: Up to 60 fpm
framework, allowing flexibility in confined spaces or
Load Capacity: Handles up to 25,000 lbs
during short-term operations.
Cost: $60–$1,000
Load Capacity: Up to 1,000 lbs
Length: Can extend up to 17 feet and fold to 5-10 feet for
storage.
Cost: Prices vary based on design and capacity.
2. Chain Conveyors
4. Vibrating Conveyors
Utilize interlinked chains to move materials, offering high durability
● Vibrating conveyors use controlled vibrations to move
and flexibility. Employs continuous chain circuits driven by electric
bulk materials along a trough or belt.
motors to move solid pans or suspended items.
● They are used for delicate and precise material handling,
as well as for separating or dewatering products.
TYPES OF CHAIN CONVEYORS
Speed: Up to 35 fpm
a. Apron and Pan Conveyors
Load Capacity: Objects from <1 lb to 90 lbs.
● Are designed for the most demanding and severe-duty
applications, making them a critical choice for industries
5. Spiral Conveyors
like mining and power generation.
● Spiral conveyors are space-saving systems that transport
● They consist of overlapping metal plates or pans
materials vertically.
connected by a robust chain system.
● A spiral conveyor comprises a belt wound around a
● These conveyors excel at transporting hot, abrasive, and
central drum, creating a helical path.
heavy bulk materials, such as coal, ores, rocks, and slag.
Heavy-Duty Design: Built to withstand extreme wear and 6. Screw Conveyors
tear. ● Transport materials using a helical screw blade.
Temperature Resilience: Handles hot materials without ● Flexible designs allow movement in multiple directions
deformation. and around obstacles.
High Load Capacity: Efficiently moves bulk loads over
long distances. Speed: Adjustable based on material type.
Cost: Varies with length and complexity.
b. Crossbar Conveyors
● Are designed for unit loads, such as barrels, drums, and 7. Belt Conveyors
bales, that require stable and secure handling. They ● Consisting of a belt looped over rollers, these conveyors
consist of crossbars connected by chains or cables, are powered by motors, allowing controlled movement.
creating a structure that supports the transported items.
● These conveyors are commonly found in industries where Belt Width: 12" to 120".
bulky or cylindrical goods need to be moved efficiently Cost: $500 to $30,000, based on size and customization.
and securely.
8. Overhead Conveyors
Secure Transport: Provides stability for irregularly ● Are elevated systems designed for efficient material
shaped loads. transport above the working area.
Adaptability: Can accommodate various unit load sizes. ● Overhead conveyors use chains or trolleys to suspend
Durable Construction: Designed for long-term use in and move loads.
industrial environments.
Load Capacity: 30 lbs to 1,200 lbs per unit.
Speed: 3 fpm to 60 fpm
