Used - Used Mild Steel Elevator

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for elevating bulk materials such as grains, powders, or small components in a production line.
• Commonly found in food processing plants for moving ingredients or finished products.
• Utilised in agricultural settings for handling cereals, animal feed, or fertilisers.
• Applicable in general industrial environments for transporting aggregates, chemicals, or waste materials.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically ranges from 1 to 20 tonnes per hour, depending on bucket size and speed.

Power supply

Commonly requires a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz.

Material of construction

This unit is specified as mild steel, suitable for non-corrosive or less demanding applications.

Typical elevation height

For this class of equipment, elevation heights commonly range from 3 to 15 metres.

Footprint

Requires a vertical footprint, with base dimensions typically from 1m x 1m upwards, plus access space.

Maintenance requirements

Regular inspection of buckets, belts/chains, bearings, and motor is typically required.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of materials can a mild steel elevator handle?

  Mild steel elevators are suitable for a wide range of dry, non-abrasive, and non-corrosive bulk materials such as grains, seeds, powders, and small granular products. For corrosive or abrasive materials, stainless steel or specific linings would typically be preferred.

• How is the capacity of an elevator determined?

• What safety features should I look for on a used elevator?

• Can this elevator be integrated into an existing production line?

• What are the typical installation requirements for a bucket elevator?