Vital Insights On Using On Auger Flighting

By Peter Stewart


Augers and their flighting can be customized to suit a particular application. That being the case, there is no reason not to choose the flight auger that is right for your specific situation. But what are your options? Read on to learn more about the various types are available in the marketplace. After you've done your research, consult with a premier manufacturer to discuss your specifications, needs, and Auger flighting equipment.

So what is an auger? It is a machine that can move material from one point to another using a rotating spiraling screw that is called a "flighting." As it rotates, the materials are dragged along the shaft of the screw as it turns, moving in one uniform direction. It is used for a wide variety of applications including moving loose materials such as grain and rocks as well as liquids. One of its most common uses is for earth-boring operations.

Roll bars and thicker flight - Installing roll bars on your machinery and equipment will protect your augers and flighting from the wear and tear they might otherwise be exposed to. Using a thicker stock material for your conveyors, mixers, or parts blaster's flight can extend the life of your equipment, thereby reducing the need to repair or replace in the future.

Sectional Flight - Also helix shaped, sectional auger flights differ from helicoid flights in that they are formed into a helix blanks cut from flat plate. So when would you want to use a sectional versus a helicoid? Usually, size is the determining factor. Sectional flighting allows for a greater height or web of the flight. So in a nutshell, sectional flights provide a wider range of size options. Sectional flights have a higher price tag but they are especially amenable to highly abrasive applications and those that are an extremely heavy duty. Glass cullet and alumina are two such examples.

Hardfacing - Studies have shown that hardfacing both the device and the flighting can increase service life by up to 50%. Under normal operating conditions, this could add up to an auger with a usual 10-year lifespan lasting you 15 years.

Hydraulic Augers - For heavy drilling operations, the hydraulic version is best suited for the job. It is used as an attachment on heavy equipment such as skid steers, tractors, and backhoes. Its parts are similar to the hand variety but with larger proportions, and the power head utilizes a hydraulic system for rotating. For heavy-duty digging, the diameter can go up to 30 inches.

An expert in flighting can guide you through your many protection and replacement options for your augers. In the process, they can provide a cost-effective and timely alternative to purchasing new appliances by furnishing replacement auger flight to your distinct specifications. They can also do their repairs or bring your existing conveyor screw into their facilities to rework your augers to meet your needs.

When it comes to choosing this piece of equipment, it is important that the specifications match the job requirements to complete the job safely and accurately. Some of the important things to consider when choosing a suitably used item for the job include the size and type, speed and torque and the presence of an extension.




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