Powderflight™ Aero‑Mechanical Conveyors
High Output. Gentle Handling. Dust‑Tight.
Move powders & granules at any angle with minimal attrition and no filtration required at the discharge. Portable or fixed, sanitary or dust‑tight, configured to your process.
Why Aero‑Mechanical?
- High output relative to power and cost.
- Minimal attrition of fragile particles; no separation of blends.
- Any angle of operation with self‑emptying for dedicated batches.
- Dust‑tight conveying and no filtration required at discharge.
- Low noise with simple, robust construction.
How It Works
- Operating Principle Material introduced at the inlet is entrained by moving air pockets formed by polymer discs on a continuous wire rope and propelled through the conveying tubes.
- Clean Discharge The system self‑empties at shutdown; filters are not required on the receiving vessel.
- Longevity Twin tension screws make tensioning easy. Design speeds are ~25% lower than typical AMCs to extend rope life.
- Controls Configure controls to start/stop empty and use soft‑start with controlled infeed to maximize rope life.
Configurations & Options
Vertical, Inclined, or Multi‑Path
Supports at inlet; top or bottom‑mounted drive; bolted tubes with seals for dust containment. Custom infeed hoppers and discharge flanges available.
Mobile Base & Integrated Controls
Roll‑up, plug‑in conveying with bag‑dump hood and dust collection. Ideal for flexible use across lines or campaigns.
From SuperSacks® to Process
Bulk‑bag spout connection with agitation options; consistent feed to AMC even for poor‑flow materials like TiO₂ via integral screw feeder.
Hygienic Contact Surfaces
All stainless contact parts with electropolished finish, smooth interiors, removable terminal covers, and drip/drain management for washdowns.
Common options: outboard bearings; geared motor speed selection; pressurized double seals for inert gas purging; inspection hatch for clean‑out; V‑belt or direct drive; top/bottom drive positions.
Materials: carbon steel or stainless steel. Custom infeed arrangements and hoppers to suit product characteristics.
Capacities & Sizes
Output depends on product properties and speed. We recommend testing to validate rates and rope selection. Typical capacities at ~200 RPM shown below.
| Model | Capacity @ 200 RPM* | Typical Tube OD | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| M75 | ~6 ft³/min | ~3–4 in | Compact layout; blends stay homogeneous |
| M100 | ~13 ft³/min | ~4–5 in | Popular all‑rounder for powders & granules |
| M125 | ~24 ft³/min | ~5–6 in | Higher‑throughput with minimal attrition |
*Product characteristics can increase/decrease output; test runs recommended. Additional RPMs available to tune performance and rope life.
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Applications
Powders and granules across food (sugar, flour, milk powder, snacks), chemicals (TiO₂, pigments, plastic pellets), and minerals (talc, calcium carbonate). Excellent where gentle handling, blend integrity, and dust control are critical.
FAQ
Do I need a filter or dust collector on the receiving vessel?
Not typically. Aero‑mechanical conveying creates a moving air pocket that self‑empties; filters at the discharge are generally not required.
How do you maximize rope life?
Design for appropriate speed (Powderflight runs ~25% slower than typical AMCs), tension the rope with the twin screws, and configure controls to start/stop empty with a soft‑start and controlled infeed.
Can it handle blends and fragile materials?
Yes. Minimal attrition and no blend‑separation are core benefits of the AMC principle. We recommend a quick lab test for your specific product.