Material Handling Systems
Bulk Material Handling Systems typically include machinery such as hoppers, belt conveyors, screw conveyors, stackers, reclaimers, bucket elevators, truck or wagon dumpers, ship loaders, and diverters. Mobile equipment like loaders, mobile hopper loaders/unloaders, and shuttles are often integrated with storage facilities such as stockyards, silos, or stockpiles.
Among all equipment, belt conveyors are the most widely used in bulk material handling. While other types—such as screw, chain, and pneumatic conveyors—exist, belt conveyors are the backbone of many processing plants. They can be designed for a broad range of capacities and distances, from a few meters to several tens of kilometers.
Belt conveyors can also be optimized for efficiency while reducing initial construction costs. Key design features include:
Steep slope capability: Conveyors can be designed to lift materials on steep inclines.
Horizontal curves: For long routes, conveyors can incorporate curves, reducing the number of conveyors needed and avoiding obstacles such as hills or buildings.
Optimized body design for long-distance conveyors: Proper design of conveyor paths minimizes manufacturing and installation costs.