Horizontal Belt Conveyor Manufacturer in India
What is a Horizontal Belt Conveyor?
A Horizontal Screw Conveyor is a mechanical material handling device used to transport bulk materials in a horizontal direction using a rotating helical screw blade, commonly known as a flight, housed inside a trough or tube. As the screw rotates, the material is pushed forward along the length of the conveyor without the need for any additional moving parts. It is one of the most simple, reliable, and cost-effective methods for moving materials such as powders, granules, pellets, and semi-solids across short to medium distances. Horizontal screw conveyors are widely used across food processing, pharmaceutical, chemical, agriculture, and construction industries for their compact design, ease of operation, and ability to handle a wide variety of bulk materials efficiently.
Features & Benefits of Horizontal Belt Conveyor Machine
- Consistent and controlled material flow — The helical screw ensures a uniform feed rate, preventing material surges or blockages during operation.
- Handles a wide range of materials — Suitable for free-flowing and non-free-flowing bulk materials including powders, flakes, granules, and fibrous solids.
- Compact and space-saving design — The enclosed trough design minimizes the machine footprint, making it ideal for plants with limited floor space.
- Low maintenance and long service life — Fewer moving parts mean reduced wear and lower maintenance costs over the machine’s operational life.
- Dust-tight and contamination-free — The fully enclosed construction prevents dust spillage and cross-contamination, meeting strict hygiene standards.
- Easy speed and capacity control — Conveying speed and throughput can be easily adjusted using variable frequency drives (VFDs) to match process requirements.
- Fully customizable configurations — Available in a range of sizes, materials of construction (MS/SS), and screw types to suit specific application needs.
Applications of Horizontal Screw Conveyor
Horizontal screw conveyors from JS Vibro are used in a broad range of applications such as transferring raw materials between process stages, feeding materials into mixers or blenders, discharging materials from storage hoppers or silos, dosing and batching operations, conveying processed or finished goods to packaging lines, and transporting waste or by-products for disposal or recycling. Their enclosed design makes them especially valuable in dusty or contamination-sensitive environments where material containment is critical.
Working Principle of Horizontal Belt Conveyor
The working principle of a horizontal screw conveyor is based on the rotary motion of a helical screw (auger) mounted inside a stationary trough or tube. An electric motor drives the screw shaft through a gearbox, causing the screw to rotate about its own axis. As the screw rotates, the helical blade pushes the bulk material forward along the trough from the inlet (feed) point to the outlet (discharge) point. The material does not rotate with the screw because of friction against the trough walls and its own weight, which causes it to move axially in a linear path. The speed of the motor and the pitch of the screw blade determine the conveying rate. This simple yet highly effective mechanism ensures smooth, continuous, and controlled transportation of bulk materials with minimal manual intervention.
How to Choose the Right Horizontal Belt Conveyor?
Selecting the right horizontal screw conveyor requires a careful evaluation of several process and material-specific parameters to ensure reliable and efficient performance. The first step is to analyze the material properties including bulk density, particle size, moisture content, abrasiveness, and flowability as these factors directly influence the choice of screw type, trough material, and surface finish. Next, define the required conveying capacity (in kg/hr or TPH) and the conveying distance, which will determine the screw diameter, pitch, and motor power. The nature of the application also matters — food-grade or pharmaceutical applications require SS 304 or SS 316 construction with polished finishes, while heavy-duty industrial applications may call for MS construction with wear-resistant liners.
Additionally, consider whether the material is heat-sensitive, hygroscopic, or hazardous, as this may require enclosed, jacketed, or explosion-proof designs. Choosing the right screw conveyor from JS Vibro ensures maximum operational efficiency, minimal downtime, and compliance with industry standards.
Horizontal Flat Belt Conveyor Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Screw Diameter | 75 mm to 500 mm |
| Conveying Length | Up to 12 meters (per section) |
| Capacity | 50 kg/hr to several TPH |
| Material of Construction | MS / SS 304 / SS 316 |
| Drive | Gearbox Motor (Direct / VFD) |
| Trough Type | Open / Closed / Jacketed |
| Screw Type | Standard / Ribbon / Paddle / Cut Flight |
| Inlet / Outlet | As per Process Layout |
| Surface Finish | Standard / Mirror Polished (GMP) |
Horizontal Flat Belt Conveyor System in India
JS Vibro designs and manufactures precision-engineered horizontal screw conveyor machines built to deliver consistent, reliable performance across diverse industrial applications. Each conveyor is constructed with a robust MS or SS framework, high-quality helical screw flights, and durable trough liners to ensure smooth operation and a long service life.
Our horizontal screw conveyors are available in screw diameters ranging from 75 mm to 500 mm, with conveying lengths extending up to 12 meters per section and multi-section assemblies for longer distances. Conveying capacity can be configured from as low as 50 kg/hr up to several TPH depending on the application requirement. Drive systems include foot-mounted or flange-mounted gearbox-motor combinations, with optional VFD controls for variable-speed operation. The trough can be supplied in open, closed, or fully sealed configurations, with optional heating or cooling jackets for temperature-sensitive materials.
JS Vibro’s horizontal screw conveyors are suitable for a wide range of bulk materials including flour, sugar, salt, spices, chemicals, pigments, plastic granules, fertilizers, cement, and more. These machines comply with GMP and food-grade standards wherever required, making them ideal for regulated industries such as food processing and pharmaceuticals.
As a leading horizontal screw conveyor manufacturer in India, JS Vibro supplies high-performance machines at competitive prices. With over 12 years of engineering expertise, a 20,000+ sq. ft. manufacturing facility, and 500+ satisfied clients across 10+ industrial sectors, we deliver fully customized conveyor solutions that are engineered for efficiency, durability, and long-term value.
Why Choose JS Vibro for Horizontal Screw Conveyor?
JS Vibro stands out as a preferred horizontal screw conveyor manufacturer in India for several reasons. Our engineering team works closely with clients to understand their specific process requirements and designs custom conveyor systems that deliver optimal performance. We use only high-quality raw materials and precision-machined components to ensure dimensional accuracy, smooth operation, and structural integrity. Every machine undergoes rigorous quality checks before dispatch to guarantee performance reliability. With in-house fabrication, assembly, and testing capabilities at our 20,000+ sq. ft. facility, we offer fast lead times and consistent quality. Our after-sales support ensures that your conveyor continues to perform at peak efficiency throughout its operational life.
