Understanding Screw Feeders
Comments Off on Understanding Screw FeedersUnderstanding Screw Feeders Screw feeders are used to accurately meter bulk materials. Usually employed at the start of an industrial process, their design allows for control over feed rate and capacity. Screw feeders come in a wide range of configurations to suit the requirements of various material handling applications The Basics of Designing a Screw […]
Role of Grain Augers
Comments Off on Role of Grain AugersScrew conveyors—also referred to as spiral conveyors, auger conveyors, or augers—are conveyance systems that consist of a rotating helical screw within a trough or tube. They are suitable for transporting a wide variety of bulk dry or wet materials, such as rocks, powders, and grains, on horizontal or inclined pathways. This quality makes them an […]
Auger Flight Comparison: Helicoid Flighting vs Sectional Flights
Comments Off on Auger Flight Comparison: Helicoid Flighting vs Sectional FlightsAugers provide a critical function for the conveyance of materials. Smooth operation depends upon the precision of the auger fins or blades, commonly referred to as flights. There are two main processes used in the production of auger flights: helicoid and sectional. Formation of each type involves a different process and produces unique characteristics. What […]
Different Types of Screw Conveyors
Comments Off on Different Types of Screw ConveyorsUsing rotating helical screw blades, the function of a Screw Conveyor is to push material as the screw rotates in a fixed trough, pipe or housing. However, there are different types of screw conveyors to choose from depending on your application.
What Is Metal Fabrication?
Comments Off on What Is Metal Fabrication?What Is Custom Metal Fabrication? The term “metal fabrication” encompasses the entire process of building machine parts and structural components from raw metal materials. This means that everything from cutting and shaping to final assembly falls under the umbrella of metal fabrication. The various forms of custom metal fabrication are responsible for projects as small […]