Convey, Dry, Heat, Or Cool While Simultaneously Elevating Materials
The Carrier vibrating spiral elevator is a versatile unit for elevating small to medium size products within a compact footprint. In addition to elevating difficult-to-handle products, Carrier spiral elevators can also dry, cool, heat or condition a wide range of materials. Units are easy to install and maintain and can be customized to meet the needs of your application.
Features & Benefits – Carrier Spiral Elevators:
- Vibrating spiral elevators are designed to elevate a variety of bulk solids without spilling or jamming parts.
- Available in diameters up to 11 feet and heights up to 60 feet.
- Process capability for drying or cooling the product while elevating.
- High-temperature designs available for handling materials up to 1500 deg. F.
- Available in brute force or natural frequency design.
- Adjustable stroke and angle of attack for retention time control.
- Water or steam-jacketed trough designs available.
- Product contact surfaces can be Plasma or Teflon coated for handling of sticky product.
- U.S.D.A. (3A) food and dairy grade clean up available.
- Choice of spiral elevator construction materials: metal alloys or stainless steel.
- Easy installation, low maintenance and minimum downtime.
Spiral Elevators FAQs
When is a spiral elevator preferred over a traditional bucket elevator?
Spiral elevators provide gentle vertical conveyance of bulk materials without buckets, reducing material breakage and maintenance complexity.
Can spiral elevators handle hot or sticky materials?
Yes. They are designed for a range of materials, including high-temperature feedstocks or materials with slight cohesiveness, while maintaining smooth flow.
How does vibration assist in vertical lift applications?
Vibration helps disengage particles and encourages upward movement without relying on high-friction surfaces, improving reliability and reducing clogging.
Are spiral elevators space-efficient?
Yes. Their vertical footprint allows for tight plant layouts where horizontal space is limited.
What typical maintenance can be expected?
Maintenance focuses on bearings, wear liners, and the drive assembly, with maintenance minimized by the simplicity of the vibration-driven design.