Key advice from Continental Conveyor on wise screw conveyor selection

Continental's lineup includes screw conveyors.

Continental Conveyor Ltd. has been a premier supplier of material-handling equipment for almost six decades. The portfolio includes a line of screw conveyors. Because these are among the most versatile, economical bulk conveyors available, there are numerous options for various applications. So the company offers sage advice on screw conveyor selection.

Businesses can use these devices as feeders, distributors, collectors, or mixers. So there are certain factors to take into consideration before one chooses the right screw conveyor for a workplace’s specific requirements.

Material analysis and operating cycle

With its experience in designing, engineering, and manufacturing mechanical bulk material-handling equipment, Continental is a team of experts in screw conveyor selection. The staff are available to help clients with appropriate recommendations for individual needs. Continental advises consideration of the following factors:

• Capacity – Determine how much material must be moved. A screw conveyor’s capacity depends on the system’s diameter, trough loading, and speed – which change the amount of material that the conveyor can handle hourly. Also not that too high a speed will not only result in product traffic jams, but also in faster wear of the components.
• Material analysis – To find the right diameter for the conveyor, consider the material that it will move. The conveyed material will affect the horsepower requirement. It is also important to note the abrasiveness of the material; the more abrasive it is, the more wear the components are experiencing.
• Operating cycle – The Continental crew recommends that customers consider how often they will use their screw conveyors. A system that works for only two hours per day, for instance, does not require construction as heavy as one that will be employed for constant use, 24-7. The necessary material thickness and drive sizes for the conveyor depends on the operating cycle.
• Additional considerations – Screw conveyor selection also involves determination of the horsepower required, as well as the shaft and motor size. The Continental team has the skills, experience, and expertise to advise on the best products for specific applications, so do not hesitate to ask.

For more information, contact Continental.

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