Infographic about bucket elevators

Stephen Harding, managing director of Gough Engineering, says: “Bucket elevator systems can be used for a wide range of materials and industries and offer an effective method of conveying products around a facility.

“What’s important for manufacturers to remember is that there is no one-size-fits-all. Operation managers need to consider the type of products that are being handled and the challenges or potential problems they face as a result, such as spillages or deformed products.

“When producing dog biscuits, for example, manufacturers need to ensure that the final product is not degraded or broken during transportation. For a product like this, pendulum-type bucket elevators are the most gentle and controlled means of handling products.”

Gough Engineering provide three types of bucket elevators that can be integrated into a processing system to optimise factory or warehouse space. This includes swinglink bucket elevators, econ-o-lift bucket elevators and horizontal bucket elevators.

The infographic is available to download from the Gough Engineering website.