ZOOMRY
The Bucket Wheel Reclaimer from ZOOMRY is a dedicated precision reclaiming equipment purpose-built for power plant material conveying and mining operations. With a rated handling capacity of 500–3,000 m³/h, 8–12 customized bucket wheels (diameter 5,254–8,200 mm), bucket wheel drive power of 75–1,100 kW, and a ±65–360° full-angle slewing mechanism with 125–193 kPa low ground pressure track system, it delivers precise bulk material reclaiming across multiple scenarios. As a specialized reclaiming supplement to Bucket Wheel Stacker Reclaimers, it meets the core demands of global industries for efficient and precise bulk material reclaiming.
ZOOMRY Bucket Wheel Reclaimer — 500–3,000 m³/h, 75–1,100 kW Drive Power, ±65–360° Slewing, Precision Reclaiming Specialist
What Makes the Bucket Wheel Reclaimer a Precision Reclaiming Specialist?
The Bucket Wheel Reclaimer takes "reclaiming precision control, operation range coverage, and complex site adaptation" as its technical core, specifically solving the pain points of traditional reclaiming equipment — large reclaiming deviation, limited operation radius, and weak site adaptability. Through coordinated optimization of the bucket wheel, slewing, and track systems, it meets high-precision reclaiming needs while ensuring stable operation in complex environments, aligning with global customers' dual requirements for compliance and durability.
Core Technology of the Bucket Wheel Reclaimer
Customized Bucket Wheel System for Precision Reclaiming
The bucket wheel system adopts an "equidistant circumferential layout + arc surface conforming design," with 8–12 bucket wheels flexibly configured according to reclaiming scale: 8–10 for small to medium capacity (500–1,500 m³/h), 10–12 for large-scale operations (1,500–3,000 m³/h). Single bucket capacity is 0.25–0.71 m³ with adjustable 2–6 r/min speed, achieving demand-based reclaiming precise matching. The bucket wheel blades use 16 mm thick Mn13 wear-resistant manganese steel with 3 mm tungsten carbide alloy layer welded on the surface, improving wear resistance by 180% over ordinary carbon steel. The arc surface design allows blades to closely conform to the stockpile during capture, controlling reclaiming deviation within 2%.
The inner side of the blades is fitted with PTFE-coated anti-stick guide plates, keeping material residue rate ≤0.2% and reducing manual cleaning frequency. The drive system features load-adaptive torque control, real-time monitoring capture resistance via sensors — automatically reducing speed (minimum 2 r/min) and alarming when encountering large blocks, avoiding bucket wheel jamming or motor damage. Core drive components including Conveyor Pulleys are precision-engineered for continuous reclaiming duty.
Full-Angle Slewing for Dead-Angle-Free Coverage
The bucket wheel reclaiming arm supports ±65–360° full-angle slewing, with the discharge arm adjustable ±90–±105° relative to the reclaiming arm, paired with 15 m upward digging height and 1 m downward digging height. A single unit covers an 80 m diameter stockpile area, achieving stockpile edge-to-center and bottom-to-top dead-angle-free reclaiming without frequent repositioning. The slewing drive adopts a dual-motor synchronous plus planetary reducer combination, with output torque of 10,000 N·m and slewing precision ≤0.3°, controlling reclaiming position deviation within 100 mm.
The slewing bearing uses a four-point contact ball bearing (diameter 3–5 m) with 1,800 kN load capacity and bearing clearance ≤0.1 mm, maintaining high precision through long-term operation. Surface nitriding plus sealing double protection improves anti-dust and anti-corrosion performance by 60%, with service life exceeding 60,000 hours.
Low Ground Pressure Track System for Complex Sites
The track travel system features drive form optionally "hydraulic motor + reducer" or "motor reducer," with operation mode (0.51 km/h) for precise reclaiming and transition mode (0–2 km/h) for rapid repositioning. The 600 mm wide track plates control ground pressure at 125–193 kPa — only half that of traditional wheeled equipment — evenly distributing weight on soft ground to avoid entrapment while reducing crushing damage to ground facilities.
The track tensioning system uses hydraulic automatic adjustment with pressure sensors real-time monitoring ground hardness: loosening tension (8–10 kN) on soft ground to increase contact area, tightening (12–15 kN) on hard ground to reduce deviation — adapting to different sites without manual intervention. Track drive wheels and guide wheels use integrally forged steel with tooth surface quenching hardness HRC60, extending wear resistance to over 12,000 hours.
Core Component Integration: Drive, Conveyor, and Control
Drive Transmission Unit
The bucket wheel drive system centers on precise speed control plus impact resistance, with drive motor power matched by reclaiming scale gradients (75–1,100 kW) using high-efficiency permanent magnet synchronous technology. The matching hard-tooth surface planetary reducer achieves 97.5% transmission efficiency with 50% higher load capacity than ordinary reducers, capable of withstanding instantaneous impact loads up to 1.8 times rated. The reducer and bucket wheel shaft use elastic coupling plus positioning pin dual connection, ensuring bucket wheel coaxiality deviation ≤0.05 mm.
Conveyor Connection System
The conveyor system focuses on stable plus low residue performance: Conveyor Belt width 1,200–1,600 mm, belt speed 2.5–5.0 m/s, precisely matched to reclaiming volume. The belt uses high-wear-resistant PVG flame-retardant rubber (14 mm thickness) with longitudinal tensile strength of 2,000 N/mm and diamond anti-slip patterns improving grip by 50%. Both sides feature 400 mm high wear-resistant rubber skirts with soft sealing strips, controlling side leakage ≤0.5%. The system includes passive hydraulic aligning Conveyor idlers (alignment response ≤2 seconds) and a heavy-duty polyurethane scraper plus brush combination achieving 99.8% cleaning rate.
Intelligent Electrical Control and Hydraulic System
The electrical control system centers on precision planning of reclaiming paths with a 15-inch HMI touch screen supporting multi-language switching and storing 5 groups of reclaiming scenario programs. Three control modes:
- PLC Full Automatic Mode: Laser level meter and infrared positioning sensors plan layered and fan-shaped reclaiming paths, synchronously controlling bucket wheel speed, track travel, and slewing angle with deviation ≤3%.
- Remote Control Mode: 200 m industrial-grade wireless remote (IP67) allows operators in safe areas to real-time adjust reclaiming parameters for uniform layer thickness.
- Manual Mode: Quick emergency switch with reclaiming volume warning — automatically reduces speed and alarms when load exceeds rated threshold.
The hydraulic system features a graded pump station (adapted to 166–1,410 kW, oil tank 1,200–2,500 L) with quadruple filtration (5 μm accuracy) achieving NAS 7 cleanliness. Hydraulic pipelines use stainless steel fittings with high-pressure hoses (31.5 MPa) and modular quick-connect design, shortening local fault replacement to within 1.5 hours.
Bucket Wheel Reclaimer vs Other Reclaiming Equipment
| Feature | Bucket Wheel Reclaimer | Bucket Wheel Stacker Reclaimer | Tracked Bucket Wheel Reclaimer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Dedicated precision reclaiming | Dual stacking & reclaiming | Precision reclaiming on complex terrain |
| Reclaiming Precision | ≤2% deviation, industry-leading | Standard precision, dual-purpose | High precision, terrain-optimized |
| Drive Power | 75–1,100 kW | 75–1,100 kW | Hydraulic motor driven |
| Chassis | Tracked, 125–193 kPa | Fixed or rail-mounted | Tracked, low ground pressure optimized |
| Best For | Power plants, mine stockyards with high precision needs | Single-site high-capacity stockyards | Outdoor yards, soft ground, complex terrain |
Global Compliance, Modular Transport, and Rapid Installation
International Compliance Certification
The equipment passes EU CE certification and Russian EAC certification, completing 14 specialized safety tests. It complies with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems with fully traceable production processes. Quality testing focuses on reclaiming precision: bucket wheel system completes thousand-cycle layered reclaiming simulation (layer thickness deviation ≤50 mm) and 500-cycle large block impact testing; slewing system completes 360° precision testing (deviation ≤0.3° at any angle) and 100-hour continuous slewing testing. Each unit must pass 18 strict tests including full-range reclaiming deviation, -30°C low-temperature startup, 12° slope climbing, and emergency braking before delivery.
Modular Transport and Rapid Deployment
The equipment is disassembled into 5 standard units — bucket wheel reclaiming module, slewing drive module, track chassis module, electrical control module, and hydraulic module — all adapted to 40-foot high containers without special transport permits. The bucket wheel module reduces height to 2.4 m via hydraulic folding (weight ≤32 tons); the track chassis splits into left and right parts (single weight ≤45 tons). Core reclaiming parts undergo anti-rust plus anti-collision double-layer packaging. Compared to traditional integral equipment, cross-border logistics costs are reduced by 40%.
Before leaving the factory, the equipment completes 85% pre-assembly with 100-hour simulated full-load trial run. On-site commissioning requires only three steps: modular splicing with high-strength bolts (3 people, 3 hours), hydraulic and electrical quick-connect docking (≤1.5 hours), and laser calibration of reclaiming parameters (≤1 hour). Full deployment completes within 1.5 days — 50% shorter than industry average. ZOOMRY provides multi-language technical manuals and 24-hour online support.
Technical Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Rated Handling Capacity | 500–3,000 m³/h |
| Overall Machine Weight | 65–750 t |
| Bucket Wheel Drive Power | 75–1,100 kW |
| Bucket Wheel Configuration | 8–12 pcs, Ø5,254–8,200 mm, 0.25–0.71 m³/bucket |
| Bucket Wheel Speed | 2–6 r/min (Precision Reclaiming Adaptive) |
| Slewing Angle | ±65–360° reclaiming, ±90–±105° discharge |
| Operating Height | Upward 15 m / Downward 1 m |
| Conveyor Belt | Width 1,200–1,600 mm, Speed 2.5–5.0 m/s |
| Track Travel | 0–2 km/h, Ground Pressure 125–193 kPa |
| Control System | 15" HMI, PLC Auto / Remote / Manual modes |
| Protection & Temperature | IP65 (cabinet) / IP55 (motor), -30~60°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Bucket Wheel Reclaimer and a Stacker Reclaimer?
A Bucket Wheel Reclaimer is optimized exclusively for precision reclaiming — it extracts material from stockpiles with reclaiming deviation ≤2%, making it ideal for power plants and processing facilities that need consistent material feed quality. A Bucket Wheel Stacker Reclaimer performs both stacking and reclaiming, making it better suited for stockyard management where dual functionality is needed. Choose the Reclaimer when reclaiming precision is your top priority; choose the Stacker Reclaimer when you need one machine to handle both tasks.
How does the load-adaptive torque control protect the bucket wheel system?
Sensors continuously monitor capture resistance in real time. When the system detects oversized material or a large block causing resistance spikes, it automatically reduces bucket wheel speed to a minimum of 2 r/min and triggers an alarm. If the overload persists beyond 150% of rated torque, the drive system cuts power to prevent bucket wheel jamming or motor damage. This protects both the bucket wheel blades and the conveyor rollers downstream from impact damage.
Can the tracked chassis operate without site preparation?
Yes. With 125–193 kPa ground pressure and hydraulic automatic track tensioning, the tracked chassis adapts to gravel, mud, and soft soil without concrete foundations. The tensioning system automatically loosens (8–10 kN) on soft ground for increased contact area and tightens (12–15 kN) on hard surfaces to reduce deviation — requiring no manual intervention.
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