What is the difference between a horizontal auger and a vertical auger?

Horizontal Augers

Horizontal augers come in many different lengths and diameters and can be customized per application. In some instances, horizontal augers are used to feed scales for very accurate bulk filling applications, but this method is relatively slow in comparison to vertical auger filling.

Vertical Augers

Also known as, vertical screw conveyors. Vertical screw conveyors are used primarily for bulk materials. While a horizontal auger feeds material into a hopper, a vertical screw conveyor is what meters and dispenses the product. Oftentimes a vertical auger is used when there are height concerns in a customer’s facility and a vertical auger will not fit. It really depends on the machine as well.

There are free-flow augers known as, straight augers and non-free-flow augers known as, self feeding augers. Straight Augers are typically used for free-flowing powders such as granulated sugar, salt, bread crumbs, etc.

When you hire a contractor for auger installation, you need a reputable manufacturer. After all, the consistency and uniformity of the material depend on the type of horizontal auger employed. As a leader among auger manufacturing companies, Auger Fabrication produces horizontal and vertical augers, along with tool assembly parts.