Inclined Drag Chain Conveyor

Jiangteng is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of Inclined Drag Chain Conveyors. We provide highly efficient and stable equipment, offering tailored solutions for continuous conveying operations in sectors such as mining, metallurgy, building materials, and chemicals—delivering high performance combined with simple maintenance.

How Is Stable Inclined Conveying Achieved?

Unlike horizontal conveying, the core challenge of inclined conveying lies in overcoming the material's own gravity and preventing it from sliding backward. Our Inclined Drag Chain Conveyor addresses this challenge by utilizing a robust trough as a guide rail and a high-strength scraper chain as the traction carrier; much like a team of sturdy climbers, it continuously scrapes and carries the material upward along a predetermined incline.

Its fully enclosed structure is particularly well-suited for environments characterized by high dust levels, strict environmental regulations, or applications where material contamination must be prevented, while its modular design simplifies the customization of both length and angle.

Working Principle

To provide you with greater peace of mind, we offer a brief overview of the Inclined Drag Chain Conveyor's operation:

Smooth Loading: Material flows uniformly from the tail-end inlet into the bottom of the conveyor trough.

Secure Gripping and Lifting: The continuously circulating scraper chain—fitted with scrapers—firmly confines the material within the trough. This creates a stable, continuous material flow that is steadily propelled upward, effectively eliminating the issues of slippage and material spillage commonly associated with belt conveyors.

Clean Discharge: As the material reaches the head section, it is discharged cleanly and in a concentrated stream through the outlet, guided by gravity and the conveyor's structure, thereby completing the conveying cycle.

Intelligent Protection: The system is equipped with overload and chain-break sensors throughout its entire length. Should any anomaly occur, the system automatically triggers an alarm and shuts down, safeguarding the equipment's core components from potential damage.

Key Technical Parameters

Note: The above lists parameters for a selection of standard models. We offer comprehensive customization based on your specific material characteristics (moisture content, specific gravity, corrosiveness), conveying capacity, and site constraints.

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Us

1. Stable Conveying

Jiangteng’s Inclined Drag Chain Conveyors feature specialized scrapers—designed with side baffles or a trapezoidal profile—that create an effectively enclosed space within the conveyor trough.

Even at a maximum incline of 45°, our equipment securely retains the conveyed material, boosting conveying efficiency by up to 20% compared to belt conveyors operating under similar conditions.

2. Robust and Wear-Resistant

The conveyor trough can be optionally lined with NM400 wear-resistant steel plates or ceramic liners to withstand impact and abrasion.

The scraper chains are constructed from alloy steel and undergo a specialized heat treatment process, extending the service life of critical components by 30% to 50%.

3. Intelligent Control

Upon request, an optional PLC control system can be integrated to enable remote start/stop functionality, stepless speed adjustment, and seamless interlocking with upstream and downstream equipment.

In actual production environments, a single operator can monitor the entire line, thereby reducing reliance on manual labor and minimizing operational risks; the system also features automatic fault diagnosis capabilities.

4. Flexible Customization

As professional manufacturers, we understand that every project is unique. Whether the requirement involves non-standard lengths, specific angles, or the use of specialized materials (such as stainless steel) to withstand high temperatures, corrosive substances, or explosive environments, we are fully equipped to provide tailored solutions.

5. Worry-Free After-Sales Support

From initial solution design and installation guidance to ongoing maintenance, Jiangteng’s professional team provides comprehensive support throughout the entire process.

We offer a one-year warranty and lifetime technical support; additionally, periodic on-site inspection services are available upon request to ensure your equipment consistently operates at peak performance.

FAQs

Q: Can your equipment truly achieve a maximum inclination angle of 45°? Is it possible to handle even steeper angles?

A: Yes, our standard design allows for a maximum inclination angle of 45°, and this configuration has operated stably in numerous real-world projects.

For special requirements exceeding 45°, we can implement customized designs—such as increasing scraper density or adding anti-backflow devices—provided that a feasibility assessment based on the specific material characteristics is conducted.

We welcome you to provide details regarding your operating conditions; our engineers will analyze your requirements and provide a comprehensive solution.

Q: If conveying wet or sticky materials, is there a risk of clogging? How is this resolved?

A: We have specialized solutions for handling wet and sticky materials:

First, we recommend selecting a scraper design featuring self-cleaning capabilities.

Second, we can install anti-stick liners—such as Teflon—on the inner walls of the conveyor trough.

Third, we can optimize the equipment's start-up and shut-down sequences via the control system.

Furthermore, the equipment itself is equipped with inspection doors and blockage sensors, enabling the timely detection and resolution of any issues.

Q: Is the replacement of wear parts a complicated process? How often do they typically need to be replaced?

A: We utilize a modular design; wear parts such as scrapers and chains can be replaced via inspection ports located at the head, tail, or sides of the conveyor. Typically, one or two workers using standard tools can complete the replacement within a few hours, without the need for extensive dismantling of the equipment.

Under normal operating conditions and with proper maintenance, the service life of the scrapers can reach 2–3 years, while the chains can last for 3–5 years or longer.

Q: How long does it take from the time an order is placed until the equipment is installed and operational?

A: For standard models, the production lead time is approximately 25–30 working days. For customized equipment, the lead time may be slightly longer, depending on the complexity of the design.

We provide detailed installation drawings and guidelines, and our professional engineers are available to travel to your site to supervise the installation and commissioning process, ensuring the equipment is quickly brought into production.

Q: What specifically does your after-sales service include?

A: Our after-sales service constitutes a comprehensive support system:

① Free resolution of non-human-induced faults during the warranty period;

② 24/7 technical consultation and support;

③ Provision of an ample supply of spare parts;

④ Option to sign an annual maintenance agreement for preventive maintenance services.

Our goal is to become your reliable, long-term partner.