Reliable Conveying Solutions – Since 1992

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Engineering Bulk Material Conveyors.

heavy, precise, and custom-made.

Custom Transport Solutions

We design and manufacture custom bulk material transport solutions that are precisely aligned with your process, your product, and your operational requirements. Every system is engineered with a clear focus on reliability, safety, and long-term performance in demanding industrial environments.

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Durch die individuelle Anpassungen der Bauweise können wir Förderer in Food-Qualität und hygienisch und zudem auch staub-, öl- und gasdicht umsetzen. Ebenso lassen sich verschleiß- und korrosionsbeständige Edelstähle einsetzen sowie diverse Oberflächenbeschichtungen, wie Verzinken oder RAL-Töne vornehmen. Durch die Änderungen der Materialien, Geometrie und Oberflächen können auch Funktionen wie zum Beispiel Reinigungsöffnungen mit Schnellverschluss, Isolierungshalterungen, Schaugläser oder Sensorik optimal realisiert werden.

Our conveyors can optionally be executed in food-grade quality and designed in line with recognized hygienic standards. Where required, we deliver fully enclosed, dust-tight systems as well as oil- and gas-tight designs that support safe operation, product integrity, and regulatory compliance.

 

Material selection is tailored to the application. Depending on product characteristics and operating conditions, wear- and corrosion-resistant stainless steels can be specified, along with alternative material concepts proven in continuous industrial service. Surface finishes such as hot-dip galvanizing or industrial coating systems in RAL colors are implemented to suit environmental exposure and plant standards.

 

Beyond the core conveying function, our systems are engineered for integration. By adapting materials, geometries, and surfaces, we seamlessly incorporate features such as inspection and cleanout openings, quick-access covers, insulation provisions, sight glasses, and interfaces for sensors and monitoring systems. The result is a transport solution that fits your plant, supports efficient operation, and delivers dependable performance over its entire service life.

Conveyors for a Wide Range of Bulk Materials

Our bulk material conveyors are engineered to meet the specific characteristics of the materials being conveyed, ensuring stable process conditions and reliable operation in 24/7 operating plants.

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Wir setzen Förderer für nahezu alle Födergüter um. Spezialisiert haben wir uns auf Förderer für:
  • Sonnenblumenkerne
  • Sojabohne
  • Rapssaat
  • Flocken
  • Presskuchen
  • Schrot
  • Pulver

Design parameters such as bulk density, abrasiveness, temperature, moisture content, and material behavior are systematically taken into account.

 

We design and supply conveyors for a wide range of bulk materials, including:

  • oilseeds such as sunflower seeds, soybeans, and rapeseed
  • flakes, press cake, meals, and powders
  • grains and grain derivatives including corn, wheat, bran, and starch products
  • pellets and process by-products
  • lignin, fertilizers, and other demanding bulk solids

 

By selecting the appropriate conveyor type, speed, materials of construction, and wear protection, we deliver robust, low-maintenance conveying solutions that meet the requirements of high-capacity, 24/7 operating plants.

Wartungsarme und robuste Schüttgutförderer

Reliable and Low-Maintenance

Our conveyors are engineered for reliable operation and low maintenance, supporting stable processes in 24/7 operating plants over many years. A service-oriented design, clear access to critical components, and the long-term availability of spare parts make our conveying solutions a sound and sustainable investment.

 

Based on decades of practical experience in maintenance and reliability, our systems meet high standards in mechanical integrity and serviceability. Individual components are designed for efficient replacement, and we continue to support our customers long after commissioning with spare parts and component replacements as required.

State-of-the-Art
Engineering & Manufacturing

Advanced engineering methods and modern manufacturing technologies form the basis for efficient development and cost-effective production. From the initial concept to final fabrication, our processes are designed for precision, consistency, and predictable project execution.

 

The use of modern CAD, FEM, and DEM tools allows us to design conveyors precisely to application requirements and to implement special solutions, such as optimized routing in confined spaces. Manufacturing is carried out in a modern production facility, ensuring accurate fabrication and a high level of fit – providing the foundation for smooth installation and reliable commissioning.

Cost-Optimized Conveyors

Our conveyors are engineered with a clear focus on cost efficiency—without compromising reliability, performance, or quality. Design concepts and technical details are carefully developed to enable economical fabrication, efficient assembly, and predictable project execution.

 

ILCHMANN Fördertechnik builds on decades of development experience, during which our conveyor designs have been continuously refined and improved. Today, they are established benchmarks and form part of recognized best-practice standards in oilseed processing plants.

Optional Features

ILCHMANN conveyors can be designed to integrate process functions directly into the conveying equipment, helping to save valuable space within the plant layout and reduce the number of separate machines.

 

In addition to pure conveying tasks, optional features such as mixing screws, cooling sections, or cake breakers can be integrated into the conveyor design, creating compact, efficient solutions custom-made for specific process requirements.

Satisfied customers worldwide

ILCHMANN Fördertechnik GmbH

Custom Bulk Material Conveying Technology from Germany

ILCHMANN Fördertechnik GmbH, headquartered in Bickenbach near Frankfurt am Main, is a privately owned, medium-sized company specializing in the engineering and supply of high-quality bulk material conveying technology. Since 1992, ILCHMANN has been designing, engineering, and delivering conveyors for demanding industrial applications—reliable, repeatable, and focused on operational safety and long service life. Our main manufacturing base in Germany forms the foundation of our “Made in Germany” commitment.

 

With decades of experience, several thousand conveyors delivered, and a consistent focus on custom-made solutions, ILCHMANN is an established partner for industrial operators worldwide. Managed by the second generation, the company combines solid engineering expertise with a deep understanding of industrial processes, particularly in oilseed processing.

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Mit jahrzehntelangen Erfahrungswerten aus Wartung und Instandhaltung haben unsere Förderer eine sehr hohen Standard in Punkto Langlebigkeit und Wartbarkeit erreicht. Für den Austausch von Einzelkomponenten stehen wir unseren Kunden zudem langjährig zur Verfügung.

Product Portfolio – Conveying Technology from a Single Source

ILCHMANN covers a wide range of bulk material conveying technology and delivers solutions ranging from individual machines to complete conveying lines:

 

Drag Chain conveyors (TKF)

Enclosed, robust conveyors for horizontal and slightly inclined routes. Designed for 24/7 operating plants, high capacities, and ATEX applications, with low maintenance requirements.

 

Screw conveyors (TSF / RSF)

Trough and tubular screw conveyors for a wide range of bulk materials, in horizontal or inclined arrangements, from fine powders to press cake.

 

Bucket elevators (GBW / KBW)

Proven solutions for efficient vertical conveying at high capacities. Belt and chain bucket elevators for large conveying heights, elevated temperatures, and high mechanical loads.

 

Hygienic chain conveyors

Conveyors for applications with increased hygiene requirements, such as in the food and feed industries, featuring cleanable designs, suitable materials, and optimized sealing concepts.

 

Additional conveying solutions

In addition to the core portfolio, ILCHMANN delivers custom-made special solutions such as sidewall belt conveyors, pocket belt systems, flat slide gates, diverter valves, and further components for continuous conveying routes.

 

Focus: Oilseed Processing Industry

A key focus of ILCHMANN lies in the oilseed processing industry. Customers include international major operators such as ADM, Bunge, Cargill, and Louis Dreyfus, where ILCHMANN is partly listed as a preferred supplier.

 

The conveying equipment covers all process steps within an oil mill – from raw material intake and pre-cleaning, silo feeding, and internal transport to conveying through thermally loaded zones downstream of presses, expanders, and conditioners, as well as ATEX-compliant conveying solutions and the discharge and loading of meals, press cake, and pellets.

 

This specialization provides ILCHMANN with a detailed understanding of product characteristics, wear mechanisms, explosion protection requirements, and real operating conditions.

 

Conveyed Materials

ILCHMANN conveyors are used for a wide range of bulk materials, including:

  • Agricultural and food products such as corn, wheat, bran, flakes, and starch products

  • Oilseed and feed products such as press cake, meals, pellets, and by-products

  • Chemical and industrial bulk solids such as lignin, fertilizers, powders, and granulated materials

 

Differences in bulk density, abrasiveness, fat content, dust generation, and material behavior are consistently considered in conveyor sizing, material selection, conveying speed, and wear protection.

 

Quality, Engineering, and Technology

All conveyors are engineered in Germany and manufactured by selected, certified production partners.

 

Typical quality features include:

  • Food-grade executions and hygienic design

  • Dust-tight, oil-tight, and gas-tight constructions

  • Wear- and corrosion-resistant materials

  • Hot-dip galvanizing or industrial coating systems in standard RAL colors

  • Inspection and clean-out openings, insulation supports, and sight glasses

  • Integration of sensors and interfaces to plant control systems

 

The use of modern CAD, FEM, and DEM software enables precise design, simulation of real operating conditions, and reliable implementation of special requirements. Since 2009, ILCHMANN has been certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001.

 

Focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

ILCHMANN conveying equipment is designed to minimize total cost of ownership over the entire lifecycle. Long service life, wear-optimized details, low-maintenance concepts, and long-term spare parts availability make the equipment a sustainable investment. Many designs form part of established best-practice guidelines and engineering standards used by international plant operators.

 

International presence

ILCHMANN Fördertechnik is internationally positioned, combining a clear manufacturing focus in Germany with selected production partners in Eastern Europe. Our international presence is supported by representatives in the United Kingdom and Ukraine.

 

Projects have been successfully implemented in numerous international markets. Our structure ensures that German engineering, standardized processes, and international project experience work together efficiently, enabling reliable and cost-effective execution of both greenfield and modernization projects.