What is a grasshopper conveyor?
A grasshopper conveyor is a mobile, extendable modular conveying system made of multiple wheel-mounted sections linked together. It can extend as the stockpile grows, widely used in mines, ports, power plants and stockyards for bulk material handling.
How does a grasshopper conveyor work?
Material enters at the receiving end and is continuously conveyed to the discharge end through multiple linked sections. Each section can be moved independently or towed as a train, flexibly extending or shortening the conveying line as the stacking position changes.
What are the main types of grasshopper conveyors?
The main types include wheel-mounted grasshopper conveyors, tracked grasshopper conveyors, fixed grasshopper conveyors and telescopic grasshopper conveyors, each suited to different site conditions and mobility requirements.
What materials can a grasshopper conveyor handle?
It can handle coal, ore, sand and aggregate, grain, fertilizer, cement clinker and other bulk materials, widely used in mines, ports, power plants, cement plants, stockyards and logistics transfer stations.
What are the main components of a grasshopper conveyor?
The main components include conveyor sections, belt, idlers, drive units, wheel assemblies, frames and electrical control system. Sections are linked by quick-connect mechanisms for fast assembly and relocation.
How to choose a suitable grasshopper conveyor?
Selection should consider material characteristics, capacity, conveying distance, site conditions and mobility requirements. A professional turnkey solution is recommended for system matching and long-term stable operation.
