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Core Conveying Technologies

Engineering Vertical and Horizontal Material Flow

Our conveying category includes four primary mechanical solutions, each selected based on the layout and delicacy of the product:

• Bucket Elevators: The standard for vertical transport. Utilizing high-strength belts or chains with reinforced buckets, these systems move grain to the top of cleaning towers or silos with minimal floor space usage.

• Belt Conveyors: The gentlest method for horizontal or inclined transport. Because the product "rests" on the belt, there is zero friction or impact, making this the preferred choice for roasted nuts, pulses, and treated seeds.

• Screw Conveyors (Augers): Ideal for short-distance horizontal or slightly inclined transport. They are excellent for controlled feeding into mills or mixers, especially for dusty or powdered materials.

• Chain / En-Masse Conveyors: Designed for high-capacity horizontal transport. These dust-tight, enclosed systems "drag" a thick bed of grain along a smooth floor, offering high durability for industrial grain terminals.

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Why Choose ADDAMS Conveying Systems?

Protecting Product Integrity and Facility Safety

A poorly designed conveyor can ruin a high-quality batch through breakage or contamination. Our systems are engineered to prevent these risks:

1. Gentle Handling Design: We utilize optimized belt speeds and "soft-drop" discharge transitions to prevent kernel cracking and seed coat damage.

2. Zero-Contamination Engineering: Our conveyors feature "Self-Cleaning" boots and curved floors that ensure no grain is left behind between batches, which is critical for certified seed and allergen-free plants.

3. Dust-Tight Enclosures: All systems are fully enclosed to contain dust at the source, reducing the risk of dust explosions and maintaining a clean work environment.

4. Modular Expandability: Standardized bolt-on sections allow you to easily extend or reconfigure your conveying lines as your facility grows.

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Key Technical Features of the Conveyor Series

Built for 24/7 Industrial Reliability

• Wear-Resistant Liners: High-friction zones are lined with UHMW-PE or hardened steel to extend the life of the machine when handling abrasive crops.

• Intelligent Speed Sensing: Integrated sensors detect belt slip or chain breakage, automatically shutting down the system to prevent material pile-ups or fire hazards.

• Food-Grade Components: We utilize FDA-approved belts and non-toxic lubricants to ensure total safety for human-consumption products.

• Weather-Proof Construction: Available with galvanized or stainless steel finishes for outdoor installations in harsh environments.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Seed & Grain Conveyors

1. Which conveyor is best for preventing seed breakage? The Belt Conveyor is the gentlest option. Since the seed remains stationary on the belt during travel, there is no mechanical friction or "tumbling" action that could cause breakage.

2. Can Bucket Elevators handle "wet" grain? Yes, but they require specialized vented buckets to prevent the grain from sticking due to suction. For very wet or sticky materials, we recommend our specialized high-torque models.

3. How do I prevent cross-contamination between different seed varieties? Choose our Self-Cleaning models. These feature specialized "plows" and rounded bottom sections that ensure every last grain is discharged, preventing a few seeds from a previous batch from mixing with a new one.

4. What is the maximum incline for a standard belt conveyor? A standard smooth belt can typically handle up to 15–18°. For steeper inclines, we use "Cleated" or "Chevron" belts that feature molded ribs to hold the grain in place.

5. Are Screw Conveyors (Augers) safe for delicate seeds? Screw conveyors involve some friction between the screw and the tube. While they are fine for most grains and powders, we do not recommend them for very delicate seeds (like large beans or peas) if "whole-kernel" percentage is your top priority.

6. How do I control the flow rate (TPH) of the conveyor? All ADDAMS conveyors can be fitted with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD). This allows you to precisely speed up or slow down the transport to match the capacity of the cleaning or bagging machines.

7. Do conveyors require a lot of maintenance? Conveyors have moving parts (bearings, belts, chains) that require periodic inspection. However, we use "Sealed-for-Life" bearings and automatic tensioning systems to keep manual maintenance to a minimum.

8. What capacities are available? Our range covers everything from small 2 TPH (Tons Per Hour) farm-scale units to massive 500+ TPH industrial terminal systems.