Hygienic Screw Hoist

Applications & Use Cases

• Transferring powders, granules, and small bulk solids in food processing.
• Elevating ingredients to mixers, hoppers, or packaging lines.
• Handling pharmaceutical raw materials in controlled environments.
• Moving dry goods in chemical and cosmetic manufacturing.
• Loading bulk materials into processing machinery whilst maintaining hygiene.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically ranges from 500 kg/hr to 5,000 kg/hr, depending on screw diameter and pitch.

Power supply

Commonly 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz, with motor sizes typically between 1.5 kW and 7.5 kW.

Construction material

Units of this type are typically constructed from 304 or 316 stainless steel for hygienic applications.

Lift height

For this class of equipment, lift heights commonly range from 2 to 6 metres.

Inlet/outlet dimensions

Typically designed to integrate with standard bulk bag unloaders, hoppers, or processing equipment.

Cleaning access

Hygienic designs commonly feature quick-release clamps and easily removable components for cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does 'hygienic' imply for a screw hoist?

  Hygienic design means the equipment is built to prevent product accumulation, is easy to clean, and uses food-grade materials. This minimises contamination risk in sensitive applications.

• Can this unit handle abrasive materials?

• What maintenance is typically required for a hygienic screw hoist?

• Is this suitable for wet products?

• What safety features are commonly found on these hoists?