Chain conveyors have many names, such as zipper machine, scraper conveyor, fly ash conveyor, etc. Many customers need zipper machines but don't know why they are easy to use. So today, we'll briefly explain the features and working principle of a chain conveyor to help you. Please read carefully.
Chain conveyors are widely used for automatic conveying, distribution, and downstream packaging of food, canned goods, pharmaceuticals, beverages, cosmetics and toiletries, paper products, condiments, dairy products, and tobacco. Furthermore, chain conveyors are very effective at conveying heavy materials. Below, I will discuss the features of chain conveyors:
Chain conveyors have many features:
1. High conveying capacity: Highly efficient conveyors can transport large amounts of materials in a small space, with a conveying capacity of 6m/h to 600m/h.
2. Low energy consumption: Utilizing the internal friction of the material, it transforms material propulsion into pulling, saving 50% more electricity compared to screw conveyors.
3. Sealed and safe: The fully sealed casing prevents dust from penetrating, ensuring safe operation and reliable performance.
4. Long service life: The conveyor chain, made of alloy steel and processed with advanced heat treatment, has a normal service life of >5 years, and the rollers on the chain have a lifespan of ≥2-3 years (depending on the material).
5. Flexible installation: It can be installed overhead, on the ground, or in a pit; it can be installed horizontally or on an incline (≤15°), or both horizontally and on an incline; it allows for multiple feed and discharge points.
6. Low operating costs: It is energy-saving, durable, requires less maintenance, and has low costs (approximately 1/10 of screw conveyors), ensuring the normal operation of the main unit and increasing output, reducing consumption, and improving efficiency.
