Catalog No.

289B

Screw Lift
Conveyor for
Efficient Elevation

When Your
Handling Problem
Calls for
Elevating
Bulk Materials

...elevate, convey,
Application Versatility and Engineering Capabilities
The Screw-Lift Conveyor is ideal
for elevating, distributing and
reclaiming an exceptionally wide
range of bulk materials efficiently
in a minimum of valuable floor
space. Generally speaking, if your
material is not extremely abrasive
and can be conveyed in a horizontal Screw Conveyor application, it can be elevated in a
Screw-Lift Conveyor... and without

Two Screw-Lifts at work in a minimum of floor

space.

Starch is elevated in this stainless steel

Screw-Lift.

Multiple installation shows compact arrangement

possible with the Screw-Lift.

many of the problems inherent in

other types of elevating equipment. The Screw-Lift Conveyor
can be used in several configurations for a variety of materials,
and Screw Conveyor Corporation
has a staff of experienced application and product engineers to
assist you in any special design or
application requirements.

Partial list of products handled by the Screw-Lift

Alfalfa meal
Brewers spent grain
Carbon black
Casein
Cement
Cereals
Charcoal
Chemicals
Coffee, powdered
Cork
Cottonseed
Feeds
Flours
Grains
Herbs
Ice, cubes and crushed
Lime
Malt
Meat scraps

Meals, bone, fish, soybeans, etc.

Milk powdered
PVC
Paper pulp
Peanuts
Pepper
Plaster of Paris
Plastics
Rubber, pulverized
Salt
Sawdust
Soap chips
Soda Ash
Starch
Sugar
Tankage
Tobacco powder
and many other materials

Screw-Lift and feeder moves material from floor to distributing conveyor over bins.

Copyright May 1999 Screw Conveyor Corporation, Hammond, Indiana

Registration Trademark of Screw Conveyor Corporation, Hammond, Indiana

distribute, recycle, reclaim

Efficient Design
The Screw-Lift is not merely a
tubular screw conveyor operated
in a vertical plane. The expanded
feeder junctions special conveyor
screw flight arrangement with high
speed rotation provides the elevating action rather than extruding
the conveyed material through a
solidly filled tube.

Important Advantages
Flexibility in design and arrangement. Available in 5 basic
models and 3 sizes.
Highly efficient transfer of materials from horizontal to vertical.
Savings of valuable floor space
with less overall height requirement.
Material discharge in any direction.

screw in those units incorporating

a feeder is designed and synchronized from a speed and rotation
standpoint to provide a uniform
and smooth transfer of material
from horizontal to vertical.

Ease of Installation
The Screw-Lift is compact and
requires little floor space. Each
unit is assembled and test operated at the factory. It is then matchmarked, disassembled and crated
for shipment. Assembly in the field
requires only following the matchmarks and installation and operating instructions supplied with each
Screw-Lift.

Materials of Construction

The conveyor screw operating in a

vertical portion of the Screw-Lift is
constructed so that it gets the
material started upward most efficiently. The horizontal conveyor

Screw-Lift Conveyors are made of

carbon steel as standard. They
can also be constructed of series
300 and 400 stainless steel for
special applications. They can be
hot dipped galvanized for certain
corrosive conditions. Abrasion
resistant steel flights can be provided.

This stainless steel, quick opening type

Screw-Lift handles ice cream mix.

Outdoor installation shows two Screw-Lifts

at large feed processing plant.

Conveying Principle

Candy manufacturer employs Screw-Lift in

ingredient distribution system.

Installation illustrates Screw-Lifts compact

arrangement with other equipment.

...efficient elevation

Standard Design Features

Top Mount Drive and Motor

Discharge Head can be assembled at

any angle

Stabilizer Bearing

High Speed Vertical Screw

Special Pitch Tapered Double

Flighting

Expanded Feeder Junction

Synchronized (horizontal-vertical)
Material Transfer

Horizontal Feeder Screw for Metering

Bottom Base

F
G

H
I

This is a Left Hand Feeder

Screw-Lift conveyor screws rotate

at a relatively high rate of speed.
To insure good performance they
are checked for straightness and
run-out using a dial indicator. The
stabilizer bearings keep the conveyor concentric and provide for a
smooth running unit. In addition,
these bearings, located at proper
intervals, allow for greater heights
of lift.
One of the outstanding features of
the Screw-Lift is the expanded
tapered feeder junction. The conveyed material is transferred most
efficiently from horizontal to vertical flow by the 90 degree side
opening into the expanded feeder
junction that is incorporated with a
special conveyor screw flight
arrangement for speedy pick up
and elevation.

of bulk materials
The Screw-Lift is constructed with a
tubular housing. The housing is fabricated to provide a 1/4" nominal
clearance between the periphery of
the conveyor screw and the inside
of the housing. Replacement of
screws requires some disassembly.

Types, Sizes and Capacities

Types C, G and J feature a horizontal feeder screw. This provides the
controlled feeding that must be
adapted for the vertical elevation of
material.
Types E and H are gravity fed and
can be used when handling materials that are of a granular nature and
where the flow of material is governed or controlled by preceding
equipment such as another conveyor, vane feeder, etc.

Under normal conditions, ScrewLifts will handle the following

capacities on most materials. On
certain dry, free-flowing materials,
the capacity can be significantly
increased.
Screw-Lift
Diameter
Inches

Nominal Rated
Capacity Cu. Ft.
Per Hour

6"
9"
12"

300
1000
2500

The expanded feeder junction

provides for 130% more capacity
to relieve choking, back-pressure
and material degradation.

With a full knowledge of your

conveying needs, our Engineers
will design a Screw-Lift for your
particular requirements.

The quarter-segment opening

permits exact loading, but no
overloading, of the Screw-Lift.

Slip couplings permit quick

removal of any conveyor section.
Note the stop pin which holds
the coupling in readiness.

Split stabilizer bearings eliminate

whip and vibration and assure
quiet operation whether the unit
is loaded or empty.

The feeder screw is coordinated

with the vertical screw to ensure
high material transfer efficiency..

TYPE C

Type C Screw-Lift is equipped with a horizontal feeder screw that is synchronized with the vertical screw for proper feeding at the proper rate. The
bottom drive unit is equipped with roller bearings and cut forged steel
gears running in a continuous oil bath. Both the horizontal and vertical
conveyors are operated with one motor and drive. The length of the horizontal and vertical portions of the Screw-Lift are fabricated to meet individual requirements (minimum lift height 8'8").

DIMENSION DATA
DIAMETER

6-in.

9-in.

12-in.

SIZE

C-300

C-1000

C-2500

24
161/8
5
3
6
81/4
111/2
41/16
11/8
5
7x7
10
21/16
3
13
/16
117/8
11/16
17/8
13
/16
213/16
3
131/4
121/16
11/2
13
/16
7
/16
7
/16
101/4
57/8
7
55/8
5

27
197/16
5
31/2
8
117/8
111/2
411/16
13/8
71/8
10x10
131/2
2
41/4
5
/8
153/8
1
17/8
5
/8
4
4
171/2
121/16
11/2
13
/16
9
/16
7
/16
131/4
77/8
10
77/8
5

3313/16
255/8
63/4
61/2
101/2
153/4
153/4
61/8
15/8
87/8
13x13
20
11/2
5
7
/8
223/8
11/4
23/8
7
/8
51/8
1
5 /4
241/4
137/8
27/16
7
/8
11
/16
7
/16
171/4
117/8
123/4
95/8
5

300
300

1000
250

2500
250

A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
X
Y
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
HH
JJ
LL
MM
NN
Projection
Capacity
Cu./Ft./Hr.
Input R.P.M.

Note: All dimensions may vary 1/16".

TYPE E

The Type E Screw-Lift is gravity fed and is designed for use where the rate
of flow is regulated by preceding equipment. The material should be of sufficient weight and flowability so that it will not tend to bridge in the hopper
or blow back. The inlet spout is designed to fit the bottom of a feeding hopper or the discharge spout of a horizontal screw conveyor. This unit is driven from the bottom and the power is transmitted through the bottom drive
unit which is equipped with roller bearings and cut forged steel gears running in a continuous oil bath. The height of the Screw-Lift is supplied to suit
individual requirements (minimum lift height 8'8").

DIMENSION DATA
DIAMETER

6-in.

9-in.

12-in.

SIZE

E-300

E-1000

E-2500

A
B
C
D
F
G
J
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
X
Y
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
GG
HH
JJ
KK
LL
Projection
Capacity
Cu./Ft./Hr.
Input R.P.M.

24
161/8
5
3
7
10 /8
111/2
11/4
32
7x7
10
21/16
3
13
/16
117/8
11/16
17/8
13
/16
213/16
3
131/4
1
12 /16
11/2
13
/16
57/8
7
/16
101/4
7
7
5

27
197/16
5
31/2
5
15 /8
111/2
17/8
38
10x10
131/2
2
41/4
5
/8
153/8
1
17/8
5
/8
4
4
171/2
121/16
11/2
13
/16
77/8
7
/16
131/4
10
10
5

3313/16
255/8
63/4
61/2
211/2
153/4
25/8
497/16
13x13
20
11/2
5
7
/8
223/8
11/4
23/8
7
/8
51/8
51/4
241/4
137/8
27/16
7
/8
117/8
7
/16
171/4
13
123/4
5

300
300

1000
250

2500
250

Note: All dimensions may vary 1/16".

TYPE G

The Type G Screw-Lift, vertical screw conveyor, comes standard with a

flange mounted reducer and a c-faced motor. The horizontal screw conveyor feeder is driven separately at the bottom at a speed that regulates
flow of material at the desired capacity. The length of both the vertical and
horizontal members are furnished to suit individual requirements (minimum lift height 8'8").

DIMENSION DATA
DIAMETER

6-In.

9-In.

12-In.

SIZE

G-300

G-1000

G-2500

A
B
D
E
F
G
H
J
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
X
Y
AA
BB
EE
FF
HH
JJ
MM
Capacity
Cu./Ft./Hr.
Input R.P.M.

173/4
211/8
3
6
81/4
15
41/16
1
5
7x7
10
21/16
3
13
/16
117/8
11/16
17/8
13
/16
213/16
3
131/4
13
/16
7
/16
7
/16
101/4
7

203/4
241/4
31/2
8
117/8
1
19 /2
411/16
11/2
71/8
10x10
131/2
2
41/4
5
/8
153/8
1
17/8
5
/8
4
4
171/2
13
/16
9
/16
7
/16
131/4
10

241/4
319/16
61/2
101/2
153/4
263/8
61/8
15/8
87/8
13x13
20
11/2
5
7
/8
223/8
11/4
23/8
7
/8
51/8
51/4
241/4
13
/16
11
/16
7
/16
171/4
123/4

300
300

1000
250

2500
250

Note: All dimensions may vary 1/16".

TYPE H

The Type H Screw-Lift is gravity fed for use with certain classes of materials where the rate of flow is uniformly controlled by preceding equipment.
The material should be of sufficient weight and flowability so that it will not
tend to bridge in the hopper or blow back. The inlet spout is designed to fit
the bottom of a feeding hopper or the discharge spout of a horizontal
screw conveyor. Our standard package includes a flange mounted reducer and a c-faced motor. The height of the Screw-Lift is fabricated to suit
individual requirements (minimum lift height 8'8").

DIMENSION DATA
DIAMETER

6-In.

9-In.

12-In.

SIZE

H-300

H-1000

H-2500

A
B
D
F
J
N
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
X
Y
AA
BB
EE
FF
GG
HH
JJ
KK
Capacity
Cu./Ft./Hr.
Input R.P.M.

173/4
211/8
3
107/8
101/4
253/4
10
21/16
3
13
/16
117/8
11/16
17/8
13
/16
213/16
3
131/4
13
/16
7
15
7
/16
11/4
7

203/4
241/4
31/2
155/8
131/4
313/4
131/2
2
41/4
5
/8
153/8
1
17/8
5
/8
4
4
171/2
13
/16
10
191/2
7
/16
17/8
10

241/4
319/16
61/2
211/2
171/4
397/8
20
11/2
5
7
/8
223/8
11/4
23/8
7
/8
51/8
1
5 /4
241/4
13
/16
123/4
263/8
7
/16
25/8
13

300
300

1000
250

2500
250

Note: All dimensions may vary 1/16".

TYPE J

The horizontal screw conveyor feeder is designed to regulate the input

and allows the Type J Screw-Lift to handle virtually all types of free-flowing bulk materials. The drive from the top of the unit powers the vertical
screw as well as the horizontal feeder screw through the bottom power
take-off unit. The length of both the vertical and horizontal members are
furnished to suit individual requirements.

DIMENSION DATA
DIAMETER

6-in.

9-in.

12-in.

SIZE

J-300

J-1000

J-2500

A
B
D
E
F
G
H
J
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
X
Y
AA
BB
EE
FF
HH
JJ
MM
NN
PP
Capacity
Cu./Ft./Hr.
Input R.P.M.

24
211/8
3
6
81/4
111/2
41/16
11/8
5
7x7
10
21/16
3
13
/16
117/8
11/16
17/8
13
/16
213/16
3
131/4
13
/16
7
/16
7
/16
101/4
7
55/8
5

27
241/4
31/2
8
117/8
111/2
411/16
13/8
71/8
10x10
131/2
2
41/4
5
/8
153/8
1
17/8
5
/8
4
4
171/2
13
/16
9
/16
7
/16
131/4
10
77/8
5

3313/16
319/16
61/2
101/2
153/4
153/4
61/8
15/8
87/8
13x13
20
11/2
5
7
/8
223/8
11/4
23/8
7
/8
51/8
1
5 /4
241/4
7
/8
11
/16
7
/16
171/4
123/4
95/8
63/4

300
300

1000
250

2500
250

Note: All dimensions may vary 1/16".

10

QUICK OPENING
FEATURE

All types and sizes of the Screw-Lift shown on previous pages can be
manufactured with the Quick-Opening feature. These are generally
used where quick and easy access to the interior of the unit is
required for inspection and cleaning.

Do not operate with door open.

Hinges and heavy duty quick release clamps

result in fast and easy opening. Food grade
gaskets are located at all horizontal and vertical
flanges as standard.

Hinged sections of the vertical and horizontal tubing

shown in open position.

11

Cross-section view shows hinged

section open. Quick-Release
Clamps hold flanges tight when
unit is closed.

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