Apron feeders are heavy-duty machines used to transfer material from a storage facility or hopper to a crusher, conveyor, or other processing equipment. There are several types of existing apron feeder technologies, which are as follows:
Heavy Duty Apron Feeder: This type of apron feeder is used in primary crushing applications where large volumes of material are processed. The heavy duty apron feeder is made with overlapping pans or plates that form a continuous chain to carry the material.
Medium Duty Apron Feeder: This type of apron feeder is used in secondary crushing applications where the material size is smaller. The medium duty apron feeder is made with overlapping pans or plates bolted together and supported by rollers.
Light Duty Apron Feeder: This type of apron feeder is used for transporting light materials such as limestone and gypsum. The light duty apron feeder consists of a conveyor chain supported by a series of rollers and pans.
Vibrating Feeder: Vibrating feeders transport materials along a conveyor by means of a vibrating motion. Vibrating feeders can be used to process a wide range of materials including coal, minerals, and aggregates.
Grizzly Feeder: The grizzly feeder is a type of vibrating feeder used to pre-screen material before it enters a crusher or other processing equipment. The grizzly feeder consists of spaced bars or screens that allow smaller material to pass through while blocking larger material.
Back Moving Plate Feeder: Back moving plate feeders use a back-and-forth motion to transport material along a conveyor. This type of feeder is commonly used for transporting coarse materials such as coal and rock.
Each apron feeder technology has its own unique features and advantages, and the selection of the appropriate apron feeder technology will depend on specific application and material handling requirements.
