BUCKET ELEVATORS


Reliable Bucket Elevators Designed Since 1989
Facet Engineering has been a trusted provider of bucket elevators for over three decades. Designed for durability and efficiency, our bucket elevators are an excellent solution for vertically conveying free-flowing products like grains, fertilizers, and even materials used in the mineral and mining industries.
How Do Bucket Elevators Work?
The bucket elevator system is composed of:
- Boot Section: Features a belt tensioner and an inlet chute for product entry.
- Connecting Legs: Support the enclosure and maintain structural integrity.
- Head Section: Includes a parabolic-shaped discharge outlet for efficient product flow.
Inside this enclosed structure, a belt runs over top and bottom pulleys, with buckets securely attached using specialized bolts. These buckets transport materials upwards, discharging the product through centrifugal force as it exits the top outlet chute.
Innovative Parabolic Design for Efficiency
Facet Engineering’s bucket elevators are engineered to optimize the natural centrifugal discharge process. The parabolic design of both the head section and the buckets ensures a precise and efficient product trajectory. This design enhances performance, reduces waste, and ensures consistent operation at high speeds.
Read more about our high-capacity Bucket Elevators here.
Our elevator can be supplied with bucket options including:
- HDPE plastic
- Nylon
- Pressed steel
- Stainless steel; and
- Fabricated steel
to suit the product application. In addition, various drive arrangement options are available.
BUCKET ELEVATOR MODELS
MODEL | ESTIMATED* CAPACITY |
FCBE-100 | 5 – 10 t/h |
FCBE-150 | 10 – 20 t/h |
FCBE-200 | 20 – 40 t/h |
FCBE-250 | 40 – 60 t/h |
FCBE-300 | 60 – 100 t/h |
FCBE-350 | 100 – 150 t/h |
*Above capacities are indicative only and are dependent on the type and bulk density of the product to be conveyed. Consult with our design office for further information.
Bucket Elevator FEATURES
- Quiet running
- Low maintenance
- Available in mild steel or stainless steel
- Available with dust extraction and explosion panels
- Belt tracking and rotational senses
- Range of elevator buckets available
- Drive arrangement options available
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