Types of Plastic Particles Bucket Elevator

Plastic particle bucket elevators come in various configurations to suit different needs. Here are some common types:

1.Centrifugal Discharge Bucket Elevator

This type of elevator uses centrifugal force to discharge material from the buckets as they travel around the top head sprocket. This design is ideal for free-flowing plastic particles and offers high capacity discharge rates.

2.Continuous Flow Bucket Elevator

In continuous flow bucket elevators, a casing encloses the entire path of the buckets, minimizing dust generation and product contamination.  This makes them suitable for food-grade plastic materials or applications requiring a clean environment.

3.Gravity Discharge Bucket Elevator

Gravity discharge bucket elevators rely on gravity to unload material from the buckets as they invert at the top head sprocket. This design is simpler and often more cost-effective for less demanding applications.

4.Elevator with Weigh Belt Feeder

Some bucket elevators can be integrated with a weigh belt feeder at the infeed section. This allows for controlled feeding of plastic particles and accurate material measurement during the conveying process.

5.Mobile Bucket Elevator

Mobile bucket elevators are mounted on wheels for portability. This makes them ideal for temporary setups or situations where the material loading or discharge points change frequently.

It's important to select the appropriate type of plastic particles bucket elevator based on factors such as the characteristics of the plastic particles, required capacity, material flow properties, and specific application demands. Consulting with experts or manufacturers in the field can help determine the most suitable type of bucket elevator for a particular plastic particle handling application.