Channel Screw Feed Conveyor

The Channel Screw Feed Conveyor is a rigid trough-type conveying system designed for horizontal or moderately inclined transport of livestock feed, grain, pellets, mash and other compatible dry bulk materials. A rotating screw flight moves material continuously through the channel from one or more feed inlets toward the required discharge point.

The system is suitable for installation beneath feed silo batteries, between storage and mixing equipment, or as part of automatic poultry, pig and cattle feeding projects. Its rigid channel construction, protective cover and geared drive provide dependable operation for commercial livestock equipment and steel structure farm building applications.

• Rigid Channel Construction: Provides stable support for the screw and creates a controlled path for dry bulk feed transport.
• Covered Trough Design: Helps protect feed from contamination and reduces contact with moving components.
• Continuous Screw Conveying: Helical screw flight provides controlled and consistent material transfer.
• Multiple Feed Inlets: Can be configured to receive material from several silos or hoppers along one conveyor line.
• Multiple Discharge Options: Outlet positions can be arranged according to feed-system and building layouts.
• Geared Motor Drive: Motor and speed reducer provide reliable torque for continuous conveyor operation.
• Durable Steel Construction: Galvanized or stainless steel versions can be supplied according to environmental and hygiene requirements.
• Easy Inspection: Removable top covers provide access for inspection, cleaning and maintenance.
• System Integration: Suitable for connection with silos, mixers, feed preparation tanks and automatic livestock feeding equipment.
• Customizable Layout: Conveyor size, length, drive arrangement and inlet or outlet positions can be adapted to project requirements.

• Channel / U-Trough: Rigid housing that contains the screw and conveyed material.
• Screw Flight: Rotating helical component that moves feed along the conveyor.
• Top Cover: Protects the material and moving screw during operation.
• Electric Motor: Supplies mechanical power to the screw conveyor.
• Speed Reducer: Adjusts motor speed and provides the torque required for conveying.
• End Bearings: Support the screw shaft and maintain alignment.
• Intermediate Supports: Can be installed on longer conveyor systems where required.
• Feed Inlets: Connect silo outlets, hoppers or upstream handling equipment.
• Discharge Outlets: Direct material into mixers, tanks, hoppers or downstream feed systems.
• Support Structure: Brackets or frames maintain correct conveyor position and alignment.

Dry feed enters the channel through one or more inlet openings connected to storage silos, receiving hoppers or other bulk handling equipment.

When the geared motor starts, the screw rotates inside the trough. The helical flight pushes the material continuously along the channel toward the selected discharge point.

The conveyor can be integrated with silo discharge gates, weighing systems, mixing equipment and automatic feeding controls to support complete livestock feed handling systems.

• Feed transfer beneath multiple silo batteries
• Pig farm automatic feeding systems
• Liquid-feed preparation systems
• Poultry feed storage and conveying projects
• Cattle and dairy feed handling systems
• Feed mixer and preparation equipment loading
• Grain storage and handling installations
• Feed mill material transfer
• Steel structure livestock buildings
• Livestock equipment and agricultural EPC projects

• Conveyor length
• Channel width and screw diameter
• Galvanized steel or stainless steel construction
• Motor and gearbox configuration
• Conveying speed and throughput
• Number and location of feed inlets
• Number and location of discharge outlets
• Silo-bottom connection interfaces
• Support frame and installation height
• Level sensors and feed control equipment
• PLC or automatic feed-management integration
• Complete conveyor layout designed according to local climate, farm conditions and building requirements

Installation: Position the conveyor between silo outlets and receiving equipment according to the approved feed-system layout. All structural supports should be correctly aligned and securely fixed before commissioning.

Commissioning: Confirm screw rotation direction, drive alignment, bearing condition, inlet and outlet positions and cover installation before introducing feed. Initial operation should be monitored to verify smooth material movement.

Maintenance: Regularly inspect the motor, gearbox, bearings, screw shaft, channel sections, covers and support brackets. Remove residual or deteriorated feed when required and disconnect electrical power before opening covers or servicing the conveyor.

Q: What is a channel screw feed conveyor?

A: It is a mechanical conveyor that uses a rotating screw inside a rigid trough or channel to move livestock feed and other dry bulk materials.

Q: Can one conveyor receive feed from several silos?

A: Yes. Multiple inlet points can be incorporated to receive feed from several storage silos installed along the conveyor route.

Q: What materials can be conveyed?

A: Typical materials include livestock feed, grain, pellets, mash and other compatible dry granular or powdered products.

Q: Can the conveyor be used in pig feeding systems?

A: Yes. It can transfer dry ingredients from silos to feed preparation tanks, mixers or other pig feeding equipment.

Q: Is stainless steel available?

A: Yes. Stainless steel construction is available upon request for projects requiring higher corrosion resistance or specific hygiene standards.

Q: Can the conveyor be integrated with automatic controls?

A: Yes. Motors, sensors, silo discharge gates, timers and PLC controls can be integrated according to the feeding-system design.

Q: Can SHEWUYOU customize the complete system?

A: Yes. Conveyor length, screw diameter, trough size, inlet and outlet positions, drive system, support structure and controls can be configured according to project requirements.