Shuttle conveyors are designed with traveling shuttle functionality. They are moved forward or backward to vary the loading or discharge points, or both. Can be used for building a stacking pile in-line and continuous, or for feeding multiple fixed discharge points.
The conveyor will move along a track and convey material in both directions. It can be widely used in agriculture, power plant, raw material stocking, metallurgy industry, etc.
Feeding multiple boiler bunkers from a single main conveyor
Stacking coal in uniform piles inside storage sheds or yards
Blending coal from different sources by controlled discharge
Enhancing fuel delivery efficiency in coal-fired thermal power plants
● Maximizes Space Utilization
The shuttle conveyor’s bidirectional and movable design allows it to operate in confined or irregular spaces. By eliminating the need for multiple fixed conveyor lines, it optimizes layout efficiency and enables flexible material distribution in compact areas such as boiler rooms or storage sheds.
● Reduces the Number of Fixed Conveyors Needed
Instead of installing separate conveyors for each discharge point, a single shuttle conveyor can serve multiple destinations by moving along a rail track. This significantly lowers infrastructure investment, simplifies system design, and reduces installation complexity.
● Ensures Consistent Fuel Supply to Boilers
The system provides a stable and evenly distributed flow of coal to each boiler bunker or silo, minimizing interruptions or fuel shortages. This helps maintain efficient combustion and operational stability in coal-fired power generation processes.
● Low Maintenance and High Reliability in Continuous Operation
Engineered with high-strength components, dust control features, and minimal moving parts, the shuttle conveyor is built for 24/7 operation in harsh environments. Its robust design ensures long service life, reduces downtime, and minimizes the need for frequent maintenance.
Belt width （mm） | Length （m） | Belt speed （m/s）/ Track mode（kg/m） | Walking speed（m/s） | Track distance （mm） | L×W×H（m） |
500 | 6～60 | ≤2.5/18 | 0.294 | 900 | 3265×1130×1080 |
650 | 1060 | 3265×1290×1080 | |||
800 | 1440 | 3265×1670×1210 | |||
1000 | 6～39 | 1640 | 3420×1870×1240 | ||
42～60 | 3690×1870×1240 | ||||
3920×1870×1240 | |||||
4000×1870×1240 | |||||
1200 | 6～30 | 1850 | 3400×2080×1400 | ||
33～60 | 3670×2080×1400 | ||||
3900×2080×1400 | |||||
4000×2080×1400 | |||||
1400 | 6～30 | 2050 | 3390×2280×1500 | ||
33～60 | 3660×2280×1500 | ||||
3890×2280×1500 | |||||
4000×2280×1500 |
Note: All the parameters are for reference only, we can design and manufacture as per your requirements.
Q1: What is a Power Plant Coal Shuttle Conveyor?
A: It is a reversible, track-mounted belt conveyor system designed to transport and distribute coal within power plants. It moves back and forth along a rail to deliver coal to multiple discharge points such as boiler bunkers or storage silos.
Q2: What types of coal can it handle?
A: It can handle a wide range of coal types, including bituminous coal, sub-bituminous coal, lignite, and blended fuels, whether dry or slightly moist, provided they are in bulk granular form.
Q3: How does the shuttle conveyor improve plant efficiency?
A: By providing automated, precise, and continuous coal feeding, it reduces manual intervention, ensures consistent fuel supply to the boilers, and minimizes operational interruptions, directly enhancing plant efficiency.
Q4: Is it suitable for high-capacity power plants?
A: Yes. These conveyors are built for heavy-duty, continuous operation, and can be customized to meet the high throughput demands of large-scale thermal power stations.
Q5: What is the typical travel length of the shuttle conveyor?
A: The travel length is customizable based on plant layout and material distribution needs, typically ranging from 10 meters to over 100 meters.
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