The Original Inventor of the “Self Dumping Hopper”
Roura conceived and developed the original dump hopper in the late 1920’s. Prior to that Joseph Roura, the founder of Roura Material Handling, Inc. had been fabricating steel boxes and similar products to supplement steel work the company had been doing in and around Detroit, Michigan where the company was founded.
What is a self dumping hopper? Many people don’t know that what is now routinely called a “Self-Dumping Hopper” was simply a steel box which Joseph decided to give that name to. So when you want the real thing, come to the company that invented it, Roura Material Handling.
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Increase Material Handling Efficiency
The on-site transportation, storage, and disposal of various items add significantly to the operating costs of any business. The type of dump hopper used makes a big difference in the effectiveness of each process. Something as simple as investing in a dumping hopper can slash expenses and expand profits.
Company equipment affects the performance and safety of employees. Keep your employees in mind when developing processes and choosing the right tools for efficient material handling at your facility or job location. Start with a review of the available options. Analyze how you can improve procedures at your business to increase employee satisfaction as well as your bottom line.
How To Choose the Best Size Dump Hopper
Using dump hoppers to meet material handling needs is a way to save on time and energy. Roura Material Handling offers a range of dump hoppers designed to meet the needs of many types of material management companies, including those that handle mining, solid waste, glass and manufacturing materials. One important component to consider when selecting a hopper container is size. Understand the differences between the four sizes of Roura Material Handling hoppers before choosing a material hopper for your company.
Durable Hopper
A durable dump hopper is the smallest hopper offered by Roura Material Handling. These hoppers have a weight load capacity of 2,000 to 4,000 pounds and a volume capacity of 1/8 to 5 cubic yards. The smaller size of a durable hopper is ideal for light weight material handling that may include ash, stamping, sawdust or glass. There are many different models to choose from, allowing your company to choose a small size with a shape that meets material handling needs.
Rugged Hopper
The rugged sized hopper is a step above the durable hopper and is a good size option for companies handling coal, rubber, metal scrap or construction material below the weight of 8,000 pounds. Weight capacities of the rugged sized model range from 4,000 to 8,000 pounds and the volume capacity is the same as the durable hopper, at 1/8 to 5 cubic yards. A rugged hopper is constructed of 7-gauge carbon steel, and like all Roura Material Handling hoppers, includes the standard flip secure latch.
Ultimate Hopper
Companies handling heavy weights of material should consider the ultimate sized hopper as a safe and effective transportation option. This hopper has a weight capacity of 8,000 to 10,000 pounds and a volume capacity of 1/3 to 5 cubic yards. While the durable and rugged sized hoppers are ideal for lightweight materials such as ash and rubber, the ultimate hopper is an option for industries transporting brick, castings, demolition debris and other dense and heavy materials. Working with these heavy materials can be dangerous. Thus, the ultimate hopper includes side and back angle rows and two support channels to reinforce the ¼” carbon steel body, to help you handle large materials safely.
Behemoth Hopper
The behemoth self dumping hopper is the largest hopper offered by Roura Material Handling. It has the same weight capacity as the ultimate size material hopper, with a capacity of 8,000 to 10,000 pounds. The difference is in volume capacity, where the behemoth can provide a 6 to 10 cubic yard volume capacity. This is a very large hopper and is the recommended size for companies handling large and highly dense materials, such as hot ash, shipyard debris, concrete and castings. In the case of the behemoth hopper, the continuously welded structure is composed of 3/16” and ¼” carbon steel. Additionally, there is a 72” long box tube base with a slide bolt latch to keep the large materials secure during transport.
The four different sizes of Roura Material Handling hoppers are designed so companies can have a tool that best meets specific material handling needs. The sizes vary in weight and volume capacity. When selecting a size, consider the type of material you are transporting and estimate the weight and volume capacity you will need to perform functions safely. After narrowing down to one of the four sizes, you can then browse size specific models and select the best fit hopper for your industry.
Endless Business and Industrial Needs
It’s easy to see how hoppers fit right into a productivity-driven manufacturing environment. They also impart tremendous value to all types and sizes of businesses. Almost every commercial undertaking needs to store and process basic components, move them around and dispose of waste and recyclables.
Construction sites provide many opportunities to use hoppers to increase productivity. They can transport and feed ingredients for mixing small amounts of concrete or mortar. They can keep the site free of debris and unsightly materials. They can move pallets of shingles and dispose of old roofing materials.
The food and restaurant industries offer numerous applications for dump hopper use. A larger bakery, for example, can use a hopper for adding heavy quantities of flour or sugar to an industrial mixer. These dumpster bins can collect and carry empty packaging or used bowls and pans to waste and washing areas. With tight quarters and precise preparations, busy restaurants also need to keep clutter and trash constantly under control. These wonderful inventions by Roura are the perfect tool for the job.
Larger offices, as well as schools and health care facilities, also benefit from using hoppers. They can store materials until needed, keep work areas clean and safe and dispose of waste and recyclables. Since hoppers come in such a large variety of sizes and weight loads, even smaller institutions make good use of them.
Material Handling Efficiency Starts With The Right Hopper
Before you decide on the best bin dumper to handle materials at your site, take time to evaluate your business processes, talk with your employees and learn how you could implement improvements.
How effectively you handle your raw materials affects the throughput of your products. The number of times a worker touches an item impacts the cost of production and the potential for human error or a safety disaster increases. Using a steel hoppers means less direct contact with the materials and less time manipulating the hopper. The employee completes the task faster with greater safety. Because using these hoppers is so easy, the business saves on training costs, and the worker is happier performing the job.
Maintaining a clean, uncluttered production area with a dump hopper improves productivity in any business or industrial setting. Whether or not the public views this zone, employees will complete their assignments in a safe, pleasant environment without cluttered corners or spots. Empty dump hoppers can be easily stored by stacking one inside the other to conserve space when not in use.
You cannot overemphasize the human and safety benefits of providing the right forklift dumpster or dump hopper for your employees. A dumping hopper keeps the operator safe from accidents and exposure to any potentially hazardous materials or waste. Not only is this the right thing to do, it also pays dividends by saving time, lowering costs and reducing employee turnover.
Roura Material Handling Reviews
“Last month, I purchased a dump hopper from Roura Material Handling. It is easy to fill and even easier to unload as it comes with a self dumping feature. Very handy in loading heavy items. Thank to Roura Material Handling for the fast, easy and safety of ordering.”
–Jaideep S.
5/2/2015
