How to choose between belt conveyor and screw conveyor

First, it is vital to consider the characteristics of the material. With its wide conveying surface and stable conveying speed, belt conveyor excels in handling lumpy, granular or powdery materials, especially in long-distance and large-volume conveying tasks. Screw conveyors, on the other hand, with their compact structure and efficient mixing function, are more advantageous in handling materials that are sticky, prone to clogging or require some mixing.
Then there is the spatial layout and installation conditions, which are also a determining factor. Belt conveyor covers a relatively large area, but the route is flexible and changeable, and the angle and height can be adjusted according to the site conditions. In contrast, the screw conveyor is small, more suitable for space constraints or the need for vertical conveying occasions, its installation and maintenance costs are relatively low.
In addition, the operating costs and ease of maintenance should not be ignored. Although the initial investment of belt conveyor may be a little higher, but the smooth operation, maintenance cycle is longer; screw conveyor is better in energy efficiency, especially for continuous operation and strict requirements on energy consumption of the production line.
Therefore, the selection of belt conveyor and screw conveyor needs to take into account the material characteristics, space layout, operating costs and ease of maintenance and other factors. Only by accurately matching the actual needs, can we add strong power to the production and operation of the enterprise.