Bucket Elevator

High-efficiency vertical conveying equipment using buckets attached to belt or chain. TH, TD, NE series for grain, cement, coal, fertilizer, mineral and chemical powder lifting with heights up to 60m.

4-800 m³/hConveying capacity
Up to 60mLifting height
160-800mmBucket width
Belt/ChainDrive options
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Technical Specifications

Model SeriesTH (deep bucket / high-efficiency), TD (belt type), NE (chain type / heavy-duty)
Conveying Capacity4 – 800 m³/h (material-dependent)
Lifting HeightUp to 60 m (custom designs available)
Bucket Width160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 800 mm
Drive TypeBelt drive (TD series); chain drive (TH, NE series)
Bucket MaterialCarbon steel; stainless steel; wear-resistant steel; HDPE (grain grade)
CasingWelded steel with bolted access panels; explosion-proof vents (grain option)
Discharge TypeCentrifugal (high-speed); gravity (low-speed / continuous)
Safety FeaturesBackstop device; belt misalignment switch; overflow sensor; explosion vents
CertificationISO 9001; National High-Tech Enterprise; "Hubei Boutique" Certified

Key Features

Stable Operation

Precision-balanced head and tail pulleys/sprockets with dynamic balancing ensure smooth operation with minimal vibration, even at high lifting speeds and heights.

Low Crushing Rate

Optimized bucket design and discharge trajectory engineering minimize material degradation during loading and discharge. Ideal for grain, seeds, and friable materials.

Sealed Housing

Fully enclosed casing with bolted access doors prevents dust emissions and protects conveyed material from external contamination. Complies with workplace safety regulations.

Overflow Prevention

Built-in overflow sensors detect material backup and trigger automatic shutdown. Protects equipment from damage and prevents spillage in continuous operation.

Easy Maintenance Access

Large bolted access doors at multiple levels along the casing allow quick bucket inspection, replacement, and internal cleaning without major disassembly.

Explosion-Proof Options

ATEX-compliant configurations available for grain, flour, and combustible dust applications. Includes explosion vents, anti-static belts, and spark detection systems.

Typical Applications

Grain Silos & Terminals

High-capacity grain lifting for silo filling, ship loading, and inter-process transfer. Gentle handling preserves grain quality with minimal kernel damage.

Cement Plants

Vertical transport of raw meal, cement powder, and clinker between grinding, blending, and storage stages. Dust-tight sealed housing for clean operation.

Coal Processing

Coal and coke lifting for boiler feed systems, stockpiles, and processing circuits. Heavy-duty chain drive options for abrasive coal handling.

Fertilizer Plants

NPK, urea, phosphate, and compound fertilizer lifting. Corrosion-resistant bucket and casing options for aggressive chemical environments.

Mineral Processing

Ore, sand, and aggregate lifting in mining and mineral processing circuits. Wear-resistant buckets and reinforced chain drives for abrasive materials.

Chemical Powders

Safe vertical conveying of chemical powders with sealed, dust-tight design. Stainless steel options for food-grade and corrosive chemical applications.

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