What is radial stacker?

A radial stacker is a type of stacker conveyor commonly used in industries such as mining, quarrying, and construction to create stockpiles of bulk materials. Unlike traditional stacker conveyors, which typically move materials in a straight line, radial stackers have the additional capability to pivot or rotate around a central point.

The key feature of a radial stacker is its ability to create circular or semi-circular stockpiles. This is achieved by allowing the conveyor boom or belt to pivot around a central point, known as the pivot point or pivot axis. By adjusting the angle of the conveyor boom, operators can control the radius of the stockpile and distribute materials evenly around the central point.

Radial Stacker

Radial stackers offer several advantages:

• Versatility: Radial stackers can create stockpiles of varying sizes and shapes, making them suitable for different site layouts and material handling requirements.
• Increased storage capacity: By creating circular or semi-circular stockpiles, radial stackers can maximize the use of available space and increase storage capacity compared to linear stackers.
• Flexibility: Radial stackers can distribute materials to multiple stockpile locations or feed multiple processing units, providing flexibility in material handling operations.
• Reduced environmental impact: By spreading materials over a larger area, radial stackers help minimize the environmental impact of stockpiling operations, such as dust emissions and ground disturbance.

Overall, radial stackers are a versatile and efficient solution for creating and managing stockpiles of bulk materials in various industrial applications.