What is a Screw Conveyor?
Screw conveyors are mechanical conveying systems that provide efficient transportation of small particle materials such as dust, granules, sawdust, sand and similar in industrial facilities. These closed-structure conveyors prevent material loss and allow dust-free transportation.
Working Principle
Screw conveyors operate with the movement of a helix structure wrapped around a rotating shaft. Materials are pushed forward by the rotational movement of the helix wings. This process allows transportation in horizontal, inclined or vertical directions.
Sample Applications:
- Sawdust transportation systems in factories
- Grain and feed transportation in agricultural facilities
- Cement and sand transfer in the construction sector
Advantages
- Closed System Design: Provides dust-free, clean and safe transportation.
- High Efficiency: Provides maximum transportation capacity with minimum energy.
- Flexible Operation: It can carry horizontally, inclined and vertically.
- Long-Lasting Use: Its robust structure requires low maintenance.
Screw Conveyor Types
Type | Description |
Horizontal Screw | Ideal for horizontal transportation at surface level. |
Vertical Screw | Used when it is necessary to carry materials to a height. |
Inclined Screw | Allows materials to be carried at a certain incline. |
Why Should You Choose Us?
- High Quality Material: Durable and long-lasting structure.
- Customizable Design: Projecting according to your needs.
- Fast Delivery and Assembly: Guaranteed installation on time.
- Technical Support and Service: Full after-sales support.
Screw Conveyor Technical Specifications and Capacities
Technical Specifications
Feature | Description |
Construction Material | Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Coating |
Screw Diameters | Ø100 mm – Ø600 mm (can be customized according to need) |
Shaft Structure | Hardened steel, long-life bearing supports |
Speed Control | Mechanical or electronic speed control system |
Operating Angle | Horizontal, 15° inclination, 30° inclination, 45° inclination and vertical conveying option |
Motor Power | 0.37 kW – 15 kW, can be optimized according to load capacity |
Conveying Capacity | 1 ton – 20 tons per hour (varies depending on material type and density) |
Maximum Conveying Distance | 30 meters in one piece; modular design for longer distances |
Operating Temperature | Safe operation between -20°C and +100°C |
Bearing Type | Internal or external bearing, closed bearing systems |
Maintenance Requirement | Low maintenance, annual lubrication and general inspection are sufficient |
Capacity Table
In the table below, you can see the average carrying capacities according to different helical diameters and motor powers:
Helical Diameter (mm) | Motor Power (kW) | Carrying Capacity (Ton/Hour) | Speed (rpm) |
Ø100 | 0.75 | 1.5 | 60 |
Ø150 | 1.5 | 3.0 | 60 |
Ø200 | 2.2 | 5.0 | 60 |
Ø250 | 4.0 | 8.0 | 60 |
Ø300 | 5.5 | 12.0 | 60 |
Ø400 | 7.5 | 18.0 | 60 |
Ø500 | 11.0 | 25.0 | 60 |
Ø600 | 15.0 | 30.0 | 60 |
Note: Capacity calculations are valid for properties with a material density of 0.6 – 1.0 ton/m³. Capacity may vary for denser or lighter types.
Area of Use
- Chip Transfer: Transportation of chips coming out of CNC machines.
- Grain Storage: Transportation of grain, feed and seeds in the agricultural sector.
- Cement and Construction: Cement, sand and aggregate transportation systems.
- Chemical Products: Safe transfer of powder and granular chemical substances.
Additional Features
- Wear Resistant Coating: Special coating options for operations requiring high friction.
- Modular Design: Possibility of adding modular parts suitable for different transportation distances.
- Monitoring and Control: Remote monitoring and speed control with PLC control.