Choosing the Right Pneumatic Conveying Machine

Many times, you’d want to move dry materials in bulk from one part of the factory to another for processing. A good option for this transportation is conveyor systems as they can safely transport the materials from source to destination.

However, the key is to choose the right pneumatic conveying system that is adept in bulk material handling. Here are some aspects to consider while deciding on the right system for your needs.

Type of Pneumatic Conveyor

There are many types of conveyor systems, so the choice depends on what you want to move and possibly the source of the airflow as well.

Broadly speaking, there are three types of pneumatic conveyors and they are:

• Dilute phase pneumatic conveyors – For transporting non-fragile materials using low pressure and high-velocity airstreams. 

• Dense phase pneumatic conveyors – Ideal for products that are prone to break. Uses high pressure and low velocity.

• Semi-dense pneumatic conveyors – Conveys non-fragile materials at medium velocity.

Depending on the type of materials you handle, you can choose the appropriate pneumatic conveyor. 

Distance

When you combine the distance with the type of material you want to move, you’ll get a better idea of the desired setup. There is some mathematical analysis involved here to determine the pipe size, length, and airflow rate. Based on the outcome of these mathematical calculations, you can determine the appropriate setup of your pneumatic conveyors. 

Use of filters

Depending on the material you’re transporting, you may have to install the appropriate filters, fans, and ventilators to ensure that the materials are not lost during transportation and at the same time, it reaches your destination at the right speeds. 

This is a significant aspect because using the wrong filters and missing out on the right ones can have an unpleasant impact on the final delivered product. This can also lead to costly repairs and cleanups, so think and analyze before you handle the filtering. 

Choosing the Right Fans 

Just like filters, fans are another aspect that needs a lot of detailed analysis before they can be installed. This becomes all the more significant when your product is dusty or toxic, as you want to do everything possible to ensure that these particles don’t get blown out of the pipelines. 

The selection of fan depends on a host of factors such as,

• Type of material

• Length of the conveyor line

• Presence of filters and ventilators

• Design of the conveyor

So, take all these aspects together and make a mathematical analysis if needed to determine the right fan size and speed.

In many ways, the filters and fans are interrelated, so you may want to take all these factors into account while calculating the appropriate installations.

Budget

Costs are also important as every company or team is likely to have a budget and would want to work within it. So, evaluate the costs against your specifications, and many times, you’ll have to choose a mid-path to get that perfect pneumatic conveying system.

Thus, these are some of the factors to consider while deciding on the installation of a conveying system to move your products from one place to another for processing.