Bucket Elevator For Sale
Looking for reliable bucket elevator for sale? We offer high-quality vertical conveying equipment designed for grain, feed, fertilizer, and bulk material handling. With customizable capacity options and professional installation support, we provide the perfect solution for your production needs. Contact us today for a free quote and fast global shipping.
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What is a Bucket Elevator?
Anyone who has worked in feed or pellet production knows that production lines aren’t laid out on the ground; many pieces of equipment need to be installed at higher levels. For example, a pellet mill might be on the second floor, a screening machine on the third, and a raw material silo on the fourth. So how are materials transported from the ground to higher places? This is where bucket conveyors come in.
Simply put, a bucket elevator is a “vertical elevator” specifically designed to transport materials from the ground to higher places. Its structure is like a vertical conveyor belt with many buckets (small buckets) hanging on it. The buckets scoop up the material, carrying it upwards, and then empty it at the top.
The core components of the Bucket Elevator For Sale
Machine head, buckets (loading component), bucket belt (belt connecting the buckets), riser (material conveying pipe), machine base (bottom base).
How does a Bucket Elevator work?
RICHI is one of the professional bucket elevator manufacturers, specializing in the design and production of reliable bucket elevators. In the following section, we will briefly explain how a bucket elevator works and why it plays such a key role in material conveying systems.
- The bucket belt is wound around the head pulley of the machine head and the tail pulley of the machine base, with a bucket installed at intervals.
- All components are enclosed in a casing to prevent material spillage and dust from flying around.
- The motor drives the head pulley to rotate, which in turn drives the bucket belt.
- Material enters through the feed inlet of the machine base, is caught by the rotating buckets, and is transported upwards.
- As the buckets pass over the head pulley, they throw the material out, which flows out from the discharge port of the machine head.
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In which industries can our Bucket Elevator For Sale be used?
Bucket elevator is widely used in many industries, mainly for vertically lifting bulk materials with small particle sizes and good flowability. For example:
Feed pellet production line
Pellets or powders of various livestock and poultry feeds and aquatic feeds.
Grain Storage
Grains such as wheat, corn, and rice can be efficiently conveyed using a grain bucket elevator.
Food Raw Materials
Such as malt, sugar, and salt, etc.
Chemicals and Plastics
Small granular raw materials such as plastic granules and fertilizers, etc.
Oil and Oil Industry
Such as conveying oilseed meal, etc.
Technical Specifications of Bucket Elevator for Sale
Our RICHI TDTG series is a self-cleaning bucket elevator, specifically designed for feed and pellet production lines. What does self-cleaning mean? It means that materials will not remain at the bottom, ensuring a clean and safe transport experience, preventing cross-contamination. Below are the detailed specifications of this equipment. If you are unsure which model best suits your production volume, please feel free to contact us. We will provide free technical consultation!
| TDTG Series Self-cleaning Bucket Elevator For Sale | ||||
| Model | TDTG36/18 | TDTG36/28 | TDTG40/23 | TDTG63/28 |
| Power (KW) | ≤4 | ≤7.5 | ≤11 | ≤37 |
| Output (T/H) | 6~15 | 15~30 | 25~35 | 80~100 |
| Head diameter (MM) | 360 | 360 | 400 | 630 |
| Line speed of bucket belt (M/S) | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.78 | 2.67 |
Advantages and Features of Bucket Elevator For Sale from RICHI
Long Service Life, Robust and Durable
- We use thick steel for the main frame, with key parts reinforced and thickened. We employ strict welding processes without cutting corners. The buckets are made of high-molecular-weight polyethylene, lightweight and wear-resistant. Each bucket has 4-8 vents to ensure fast unloading and low noise. Many customers’ equipment has been in normal operation for 7-8 years, a testament to its quality.
Cost-Effective and Economical
- Our split-hub design is ingenious. Traditional hubs require complete replacement when the rubber wears down, which is expensive and troublesome. Our design only requires replacing the rubber coating. The buckets use lightweight materials, reducing motor load and saving electricity. The savings in electricity and maintenance costs over a year are substantial.
Strong Sealing Performance, Safe and Reliable
- All connections are sealed to prevent material leakage during transport, maintaining a clean workshop environment. Our equipment also has explosion-proof vents on the top; these automatically open to release pressure in case of excessive pressure, preventing explosions. This is an essential design for safe production, not optional.
Flexible Configuration to Meet Diverse Needs
- Standard height is 6-70 meters; special needs exceeding 70 meters can also be customized, completely tailored to your factory height. If different discharge heights are required, we can design multiple discharge ports.
Reliable and Durable Core Configuration
- The top drive is equipped with a hardened gear reducer. The conveyor belt uses a solid PVC woven belt with a tensile strength of 680N/mm, making it extremely robust. A belt tension adjustment structure at the bottom ensures the belt tension is always appropriate.
Long Service Life, Robust and Durable
Cost-Effective and Economical
Strong Sealing Performance, Safe and Reliable
Flexible Configuration to Meet Diverse Needs
Reliable and Durable Core Configuration
Bucket Elevator For Sale Global Project Case Sharing
For over 30 years, our elevator buckets have been exported to more than 140 countries worldwide. From small family farms to large industrial feed mills, RICHI equipment operates stably. Below are some of our latest real-world case studies from 2025, proving that our quality and service are not just empty words, but have stood the test of time and customer practice.
Bucket Elevator For Sale Indonesia
- Application Industry: Poultry Feed Mill
- Country: Indonesia
- Date: May 4, 2025
- Equipment Model: TDTG36/28 Self-Cleaning Bucket Elevator Conveyor
- Actual Operation Feedback: After commissioning, the equipment completely resolved the belt misalignment problem. It has maintained stable operation for over a year, effectively reducing downtime and increasing overall output.
Bucket Elevator For Sale Brazil
- Application Industry: Biomass Pellet Plant
- Country: Brazil
- Date: November 12, 2025
- Equipment Model: TDTG63/28 Self-cleaning Bucket Elevator Conveyor
- Actual Operation Feedback: The high-capacity conveying capacity fully meets the production requirements of 30 tons/hour. The equipment can work continuously for 18 hours without any problems and can operate stably and continuously for a long time.
Bucket Elevator For Sale Egypt
- Application Industry: Grain Extrusion
- Country: Egypt
- Date: March 2, 2025
- Quantity: 2 units
- Equipment Model: TDTG63/28 Self-cleaning Bucket Elevator Conveyor
- Actual Operation Feedback: The equipment performs stably in terms of sealing and safety during continuous operation in high dust and sandstorm environments. The customer highly recognizes the quality and reliability of the equipment.
Frequently Ask Question
Frequently Ask Question
Are there any limitations on the lifting height of a bucket elevator?
The standard height is 6-70 meters, which meets the needs of most customers. If your requirement exceeds 70 meters, we can also customize it, but a special design is required.
How do I determine the required height? It depends on the floor where the tallest piece of equipment on your production line is located. Generally speaking:
- 2-3 story factory buildings: 10-15 meters is sufficient
- 4-5 story factory buildings: 20-30 meters
- Higher factory buildings: Customized according to actual conditions
Contact us and tell us your factory height, and we will provide you with the most suitable solution.
My planned production line has a small output, only 1-2 tons/hour, and is only two stories high. Could I replace the bucket elevator with manual labor to save on investment?
Overall, trying to save such a small amount of money might affect overall work efficiency. Manual handling definitely can’t keep up with the machine speed; the pellet mill and cooler would be waiting for materials, slowing down the entire production line. What was supposed to be 2 tons/hour might only produce 1.5 tons.
Our suggestion: Even with a small output and a two-story building, a bucket elevator is essential. It’s not a dispensable accessory, but a guarantee for the normal operation of the production line. Many customers initially try to save money by using manual labor, but after a few months they can’t stand it and end up buying equipment. Instead of going through all that trouble, it’s better to have it installed from the start, saving time and effort.
Will material residue remain at the bottom and cause contamination?
No! This is precisely the advantage of our self-cleaning design.
The problem with traditional elevators: Material residue remains at the bottom, causing cross-contamination when the old and new materials are mixed together during the next material change. For example, if you process chicken feed and then pig feed, chicken feed residue can get mixed in, affecting quality.
Our self-cleaning design: The bottom hopper can scoop out all the materials cleanly, leaving no residue. When changing materials, a simple cleaning is all that’s needed, preventing cross-contamination. This is especially important for customers processing multiple types of feed.
What if my Bucket Elevator malfunctions?
Don’t worry, our after-sales service is excellent:
- One-year warranty on the entire unit; free repair for any quality issues within the warranty period.
- 24-hour technical hotline and remote video guidance; most problems can be resolved remotely. Fast response time; usually a reply within a few hours.
- Common spare parts are in stock; delivery takes 3-7 days after ordering. Emergency situations can be handled by air freight.
- If remote resolution is not possible, we will send an engineer to your location. Our experienced engineers can quickly locate and resolve problems.
Many of our customers have reported that the most reassuring aspect of buying RICHI equipment is its after-sales service; any problems can be solved with just one phone call.
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Why Choose RICHI Machinery?
RICHI Machinery has been deeply engaged in the pellet manufacturing industry for over 30 years, offering reliable bucket elevator for sale, solutions as part of complete material handling and pellet production systems. Our customers are located across Europe, the Americas, Africa, the Asia-Pacific region, and the Middle East, with a sales and service network covering more than 140 countries and regions.
Efficient and comprehensive after – sales service:
RICHI Machinery has a comprehensive and well – established after – sales service system. It has multiple overseas logistics routes to ensure that machine arrives safely and on time. Later on, if there’s any abnormality with the customer’s machine, we’ll provide after – sales staff to offer preliminary solutions right away. And within 48 hours, we’ll send professional technicians to the site for service, minimizing the customer’s downtime.
Scientific customized services:
We have a diverse and rich product system. With over 200 products, we can meet the needs of various production customers. The company is equipped with a professional R&D and design team. According to your actual situation, whether it is a small factory or a large industrial factory, we will design personalized solutions for you based on the actual situation.
Excellent equipment quality:
RICHI Machinery has won many international authoritative certifications. The company has passed BV certification, ISO9001 International Quality Management System Certification, European CE Certification, and Swiss SGS Certification, among others. You can find us on YouTube.
Our Honors & Certifications
At RICHI Machinery, quality and innovation go hand in hand. Over the years, we have earned numerous international certifications and national patents, covering product design, manufacturing excellence, and quality control. These certificates reflect our strong R&D capabilities and global trust in our feed and biomass machinery solutions. We remain committed to delivering reliable technology and long-term value to our customers worldwide.
