A feeder is a very important piece of equipment. It reclaims bulk material from a silo or stockpile and feeds it consistently to equipment downstream. A defective feeder that plugs or provides unreliable flow rate will have negative impacts on the process. During my 15-year career in bulk materials handling, I have often come across feeders that are not appropriately selected or designed for the task. It is, therefore, very important to select the right type of feeder for a given application. Many factors influence this selection, which is why I'm sharing a list of important considerations when choosing a feeder. I suggest using this list as a guide to determine the layout and bulk handling application that will be required of the feeder. Once this is done, equipment suppliers and bulk handling engineers will be able to help find the feeder type and model best suited for your needs.
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