Bucket Elevator

Introduction

Bucket elevators are used in many industries as a means of conveying materials vertically upwards. They are extensively used in the grain and oil seed industries. Typical applications include conveying of materials to the top of storage silos prior to final conveying to the individual silos.

This 3D model shows all major components associated with a typical bucket elevator, these include:

  • Electric Motor
  • Chain Conveyor
  • Casing
  • Explosion Relief Panels
  • Inspection Panels

 

Additional Resources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bucket_elevator

https://www.cdmsys.com/bucket-elevators

https://www.thomasnet.com/articles/materials-handling/all-about-bucket-conveyors