Funnel box

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002481",
  "term": "Funnel box",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A container with a tapering, funnel-shaped bottom used in mining and material handling to guide the flow of ore, rock, or other bulk materials. It is positioned at a transfer point, such as below a chute or at the top of a raise, to direct material into mine cars, skips, or onto a conveyor belt. The sloped sides prevent material from building up and blocking the opening.",
  "subject": "Mining and extraction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Trichterkaste",
    "es": "caja de embudo",
    "fr": "entonnoir de collecte"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/funnel-box/"
}