Horizontal Screw Conveyor

Horizontal Screw Conveyor

Varahi Industries’ Horizontal Screw Conveyor is an efficient bulk-handling solution for transporting powders and granules. Rotating helical flights within a U-trough or enclosed O-tube move materials horizontally or at a slight incline—ideal for grains, powders, animal feed, and similar products.

The screw is mounted on a central shaft and driven by a gearbox–motor. Throughput depends on material properties and screw RPM; an optional VFD enables precise speed control to match process requirements. Simple, reliable, and low-maintenance for continuous operations.

Working Principle

Design & Construction

  • Central shaft with precision-formed helical flights (constant or variable pitch).
  • Configurations: U-trough (easy access) or O-tube (dust-tight).
  • Heavy-duty end bearings, intermediate hangers (for long lengths), and shaft seals.
  • Gearbox–motor drive with guards; inspection and clean-out ports.
  • Materials of construction: MS, SS 304/316 as per hygiene/corrosion needs.

Options & Controls

  • VFD for variable speed and gentle handling of fragile products.
  • Dust-tight covers, venting, wear liners for abrasive materials.
  • Level sensors, interlocks, & feed-rate synchronization with upstream equipment.
  • Easy-clean design with removable covers and quick-release sections.

Key Benefits

Applications

Guar Gum & Derivatives

TKP & CMTKP

CMC Powder & Derivatives

Psyllium Processing

Chemicals & Dyes

Ceramics

Pharmaceuticals

Food Processing

Onion & Garlic Powder

Starch & Derivatives

Spice Processing