Feature
| Name | Bucket Elevator |
| Function | Vertically lifts bulk materials using a series of buckets attached to a belt or chain |
| Structure | Composed of head section, boot section, casing (enclosure), and bucket assembly |
| Conveying Mechanism | Buckets scooping material from the bottom and discharging at the top |
| Material Carried | Grains, coal, cement, ores, fertilizers, and other bulk solids |
| Bucket Types |
- Centrifugal (high-speed, for free-flowing materials) - Continuous (low-speed, for fragile or sticky materials) |
| Drive System | Motor with gear reducer, usually mounted at the head section |
| Discharge Type |
- Centrifugal discharge - Gravity discharge |
| Mounting | Mostly vertical, but can be slightly inclined |
| Orientation | Vertical |
| Advantages |
- Space-saving vertical transport - High lifting height - Sealed system reduces dust |
| Limitations |
- Wear and tear on buckets and chains - Requires regular maintenance |
| Common Applications | Agriculture (grain elevators), cement plants, mining, chemical industries |