Schrage vs. Belt conveyors

Belt conveyors: A comparison

Belt conveyors

Higher delivery rates possible
Longer conveying distances feasible
Gentle conveyance

Tubular drag chain conveyors

100% dustproof
Can have multiple inlets and outlets
Dust-ignition-proof
3D line layouts
Optional: gas-tight and pressure-tight
Excellent safety record
Vertical conveyance is not an issue
Can convey high-temperature materials

About belt conveyors

Belt conveyors are continuous conveyors used to convey materials horizontally or at a shallow angle. These conveyors can be used both for unit loads and for bulk materials. In the case of long belt conveyors, however, it is often necessary to use several drive pulleys in order to be able to transmit the required driving power.

Idlers are an essential part of a belt conveyor, since the belt that is moving in a loop between the head and tail pulleys needs to be supported. Moreover, the type and number of idlers used plays an extremely important role in defining the conveyor’s power requirements.