What does a linear feeder do?
Linear feeders are systems in the field of feeding technology that are mainly used for the horizontal transport of workpieces of different sizes. Linear feeders therefore stand alongside other components of feeding technology such as spiral conveyors and vertical wall conveyors. In contrast to other systems of conveyor technology in this area, such as conveyor belts, linear feeders can also be classified as so-called vibratory conveyors. Basically, a linear feeder is similar to a type of vibratory device in which workpieces or bulk materials of different sizes are transported from a container via a linear fedder element to their destination with the help of vibrations such as vibration increase. Conveyor elements generally resemble conveyor pipes or troughs and can be sized to fit the workpieces being conveyed.
The conveying pipe or channel is always horizontal. This means that linear feeders can only convey on one level. To overcome smaller vertical alignment distances, the conveyor element can be tilted upwards or downwards by up to 10 degrees if necessary. To transport the workpiece, the linear feeder or the conveyor trough moves upwards in a small jerky movement at the same time as the transport direction. During this movement, the bulk material is in a way carried along and lifted together with the chute. When the chute lowers and returns, the inertia causes the bulk material to remain stationary or to fall down. Each vibration pushes it forward a little. The transport speed of the linear feeder depends on the vibration frequency and can be adjusted individually.
Where are linear feeders used?
Linear vibratory feeders are used when workpieces need to be reliably transported from A to B. Individual adjustment options allow the conveyor speed to be individually adapted based on the vibration frequency. At the same time, linear vibratory feeders can be adapted to workpieces of different sizes. Everything from pebble-sized bulk material to dusty grain can be conveyed on linear feeders. Overall, the conveyor system is considered very durable, robust and low-maintenance. Moreover, jams and blockages rarely occur. This is because these can usually be cleared quickly in a natural way by the movement of the swing. Conveying on linear feeders is particularly gentle and smooth, even over long distances. Linear vibratory feederss are sometimes used as buffer or accumulation sections in complex plants to keep the production chain running.
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