Bucket Elevators

They are primarily utilized to vertically convey powder bulk solids, such as grains, sugar, sand, minerals, etc. This version works by digging into materials at the boot section and employing high-speed centrifugal force to project materials into discharge throats.Bucket conveyors consist of endless chains or belts to which are attached buckets to convey bulk material in horizontal, inclined, and vertical paths. The buckets remain in carrying position until they are tipped to discharge the material.In a bucket elevator, the conveyor belt with buckets runs over pulleys at the upper and lower ends. The top pulley is driven pulley while the lower pulley is return and tension pulley. Buckets are usually made of steel or plastic and are bolted onto the belt.