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Drag conveyor basics

This article describes drag conveyor operation, layout and sizing and discusses some advantages and disadvantages of using drag conveyors to move bulk solid materials.

Nov. 21, 2024

Made of stainless steel, the X248 with 2-inch pitch is one of the newer chains that replaces outdated cable conveyors. This example is on a head/tongue chain, shown in a beef plant application and is now virtually maintenance-free after replacing a high-maintenance cable conveyor.

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Overhead drive chains: The hidden heroes

Feb. 2, 2023

Enclosed 8-inch tubular drag cable conveyors can safely, gently convey material volumes comparable to belt conveyors or bucket elevators with less power, product loss, particle damage and downtime.

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New tubular drag cable conveyors provide improved metrics for powder and bulk solids processors

July 25, 2022

Conveyors

Debunking misconceptions about tubular drag conveyors

Nov. 7, 2021

Conveyors

Best-in-class hygienic options for food processing conveyors

May 19, 2021

Drag / Chain / Tow

Drag conveyor basics

Overhead drive chains: The hidden heroes

New tubular drag cable conveyors provide improved metrics for powder and bulk solids processors

Debunking misconceptions about tubular drag conveyors

Best-in-class hygienic options for food processing conveyors

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