Bulk material handling equipment specialist Solimar Pneumatics has redesigned its Air Knocker with an eye to ensuring the efficient flow of even the most challenging materials and extending the device’s long-term durability and reliability. The key improvement involves the adoption of aluminum die-casting for the cylinder, significantly reducing the weight of the knocker body while keeping its impact force. This redesign ensures extended wear resistance through the incorporation of a composite sleeve within the cylinder. Furthermore, the tank section has been downsized while maintaining its capacity, resulting in a weight reduction approaching 30 percent.
Breakthrough technology. The Air Knocker introduces an impressive pneumatic hammering technology designed to tackle challenging materials effectively. Operating on the principle of impact, the Knocker piston loosens sticky or adhered materials from vessel walls, ensuring uninterrupted material flow. Users can adjust the knocker impact pressure to align with specific process goals and material characteristics.
Customized solutions, varied applications. One of the standout features is the Air Knocker’s adaptability to a wide range of applications, product engineers note. Users can tailor the solution to their specific needs, choosing between direct or indirect impact models based on their unique requirements. Furthermore, the system allows for the integration of additional Knockers to accommodate varying silo, hopper, or piping sizes and shapes.
Expert engineering assistance. Solimar Pneumatics offers complementary engineering assistance to guide users in selecting the appropriate Air Knocker model, impact type, and the number of Knockers required for their applications. Whether handling cementitious materials, pigments or other challenging materials prone to sticking, the device ensures seamless material flow, even in adverse conditions. — Solimar Pneumatics, Minneapolis, Minn., 763/574-1820 or 800/233-7109; www.sollimarpneumatics.com