Basic knowledge of pipe conveyor

The pipe conveyor can be divided into flat type and slot type according to its section. The follow-up developed pipe conveyor is called as a special type, including zipper belt conveyor, sandwich belt conveyor, belt-pressured conveyor, curved belt conveyor, pipe conveyor, etc.

Pipe conveyors can realize transportation horizontally, as well as upwards or downwards at a certain inclination.

Pipe conveyors can be divided into mobile type and fixed type according to different installation methods at the site. The mobile pipe conveyor is equipped with a mobile height adjuster which is convenient for working positions and conveying heights changing. The support device and the base of the fixed pipe conveyor are fixedly installed on the foundation.

The pipe conveyor mainly consists of conveyor belts, supporting devices, driving devices, tensioning devices, feeding and discharging devices, etc.

The driving devices for various pipe conveyors include electric motors, speed reducers, drive rollers, control devices and safety devices.

The belt conveyor has advantages of simple structure, convenient running, installation and maintenance, energy-saving, safe and reliable operation. If it is well designed and properly maintained, this machine can have long service life. Belt conveyors are economical, and within a specified distance, its material transport costs per ton are lower than that of other transport equipment.