Bucket Elevator for Pet Coke Handling

Bucket elevator is a general conveying equipment for vertical conveying of bulk materials and is widely used in the handling and transportation of pet coke.

pet coke is a by-product of the petroleum refining process. It is a black solid with a high carbon content and is used as a fuel source for thermal power plants and other industrial facilities.

Application of bucket elevator in pet coke processing

Bucket elevators are mainly used in the following links in pet coke processing:

1. pet coke unloading: Unload pet coke from transportation vehicles such as trains and trucks, and transport it to storage silos.

2. pet coke storage: transport pet coke from the storage silo to the production workshop.

3. pet coke transportation: Transport pet coke to boilers or other combustion equipment.

Features of bucket elevator for pet coke

Bucket elevators have the following features that make them ideal for pet coke processing:

1. Able to transport large-capacity materials

2. Able to operate in dusty environment

3.Sturdy structure, wear-resistant

Types of bucket elevator for pet coke

According to the different unloading methods, bucket elevators can be divided into the following two types:

1. Centrifugal discharge hopper elevator: uses centrifugal force to throw materials out of the hopper, and is suitable for transporting large-capacity materials.

2. Continuous bucket elevator: The hopper relies on chains or belts to continuously lift and lower. It is suitable for transporting materials with smaller capacity and has higher efficiency.

Selection of bucket elevator for pet coke

When selecting a bucket elevator for pet coke, the following factors need to be considered:

1. Conveying capacity: According to the output and conveying requirements of pet coke, select an elevator with appropriate conveying capacity.

2. Lifting height: Determine the lifting height of the elevator according to the transportation route of pet coke.

3. Material characteristics: Consider the particle size, viscosity, abrasion and other characteristics of pet coke to select the appropriate elevator type and material.

The bucket elevator is an important piece of equipment in the pet coke processing system. Selecting and using a suitable bucket elevator can improve the processing efficiency of pet coke, reduce production costs, and ensure safe production.