The drive section consists of a through-going shaft with two chain pulleys which activate the parallel running chains.
The drive section is equipped with a flange mounted and directly coupled helical-bevel gear and a mechanical backstop. This section is always located at the top of the elevator system.
Low power consumption
Compared to mechanical conveying systems, particularly pneumatic conveying systems, this elevator is extremely energy-saving.
The automatic chain tension adjuster ensures a constant optimum chain tension. The system consists of three units: a power module and two tensioning units.
The power module distributes the pressure to the tensioning units, thus ensuring exactly the same pressure on both chains of the elevator. Furthermore, the power module holds some components for monitoring of the pressure and signals any error in the system.
The tension units consist of one cylinder each, which are mounted at the sides of the tension section and are connected to the shaft. By way of a constant pressure on the chains, the cylinder will keep moving to maintain the optimum tensioning, even if the chains are opposed to heavy temperature fluctuations causing an extension.
Electric pneumatic intermediate outlets can be positioned as required on horizontal sections. CAD-designed curve guides ensure low friction and minimum wear. The intermediate outlet is activated by a compressed air cylinder that raises the curve guide to tilt and empty the buckets. The cylinder are equipped with position indicators with "reed switches". The cylinder is controlled by a magnet switch which enables activation from a central control panel.
In order to ensure easy and effective cleaning, we have designed our elevators in a way that provides easy access to vital components and this also includes cleaning.
The bucket elevator is equipped with inspection hatches for servicing and inspection requirements.
The drawers under the lower horizontal section can be pulled out when cleaning.
In order to protect the elevator from damage, the Simatek bucket elevator is equipped with a sophisticated monitoring module to prevent mechanical strain. Simatek Unipower HPL 431 constantly monitors the power consumption and switches off the power if the load exceeds the preset values. A soft starter facility ensures slow start-up to prevent overloading of the machine and the chains. This ensures longer service-life.
Simatek bucket elevators in a dust-proof design can be placed in ATEX zones 21 and 22.
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