MATERIAL ACTIVATION SYSTEMS
Model VA-06-TRI-TRI
Model VA-12-TRI-TRI
3/4″ and 1-1/2″ Tri-Clamp AirSweep® Systems
Ideal for applications requiring easy installation and removal for cleaning or sanitizing.
AirSweep® Systems material flow technology prevents and eliminates hang-ups and blockages in silos, bins, hoppers, chutes and more with coordinated 360° bursts of compressed air/gas. Sequenced pulsing of strategically-positioned AirSweep® units activate bulk material to produce a first-in, first-out controlled flow.
- System is mounted on the outside of the vessel for easy cleaning and maintenance
- Tri-clover clamp allows simple installation and removal without tools
- Patented valve design utilizes only one moving part, ensuring an immediate reseal after each pulse to prevent clogging and material build-up
- Activate 2 ft. to 7 ft. diameter of material (depending on model)
- Manufactured from high-grade 316 Stainless Steel for long service life
Applications include:
Grains • Flour • Sugar • Cocoa • Peanuts • Starch • Hops • Meal • Salts • Rice Bran • Pharmaceuticals • and more!
For USDA-accepted Airsweep® Systems, contact a sales engineer at 1-860-928-6551
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| Performance, per unit* | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Solenoid Valve Diameter | Material Activation Area (diameter) | Compressed Air/Gas Consumption (per pulse) | |
| VA-06-TRI-TRI | 3/4″ (19.05 mm) | 2 feet (0.61 m) | 0.08 scf @ 40 psi (0.002 m3 @ 2.76 bar) |
| 3 feet (0.91 m) | 0.45 scf @ 60 psi (.0127 m3 @ 4.14 bar) | ||
| VA-12-TRI-TRI | 1-1/2″ (38.1 mm) | 5 feet (1.52 m) | 1.9 scf @ 80 psi (.0538 m3 @ 5.52 bar) |
| 7 feet (2.13 m) | 2.45 scf @ 100 psi (0.069 m3 @ 6.89 bar) | ||
| *Average in 75 lbs/ft3 material; 250 millisecond pulse | |||
| Note: AirSweep Tri-Clamp Assemblies typically include the following parts, all sold separately. | ||
| Item No. | Description | Qty. |
| 1 | Tri-Clamp Unit | 1 |
| 2 | Mounting Coupling | 1 |
| 3 | Gasket | 2 |
| 4 | Adapter | 1 |
| 5 | Clamp | 2 |
Typical AirSweep® System Components
| Model VA-06-TRI-TRI | Model VA-12-TRI-TRI | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4″ Solenoid Valve | 1-1/2″ Solenoid Valve | Delivers rapid, high-volume pulse of compressed air/gas to AirSweep nozzle. |
| 3/4″ Flex Hose Assembly | 1-1/2″ Flex Hose Assembly | Connects the solenoid valve to hard-piped header loop. |
| 3/4″ Full-flow Ball Valve | 1-1/2″ Full-flow Ball Valve | Isolation valve for individual nozzles. |
| 1″ High-flow Particulate Filter | 1-1/2″ High-flow Particulate Filter | Point-of-use particulate filtration enhances life of system components by removal of in-line contaminants. |
| 30-gallon Air Receiver | 60-gallon Air Receiver | Compressed air reservoir ensures instantaneous volume for system. |
| 1″ High-flow Regulator | 1-1/2″ High-flow Regulator | Regulates compressed air supply for proper AirSweep operation. |
| 1″ Full-flow Check Valve | 1-1/2″ Full-flow Check Valve | Ensures one-way flow to system. |
| 1″ Full-flow Ball Valve | 1-1/2″ Full-flow Ball Valve | System shut-off. |
| Electronic Sequence Controller | Controls sequenced pulsing of AirSweep system; adjustable for any process. | |
Benefits of an AirSweep® System:
- Patented valve design utilizes only one moving part, ensuring an immediate reseal after each pulse to prevent clogging and material build-up.
- Each pulse activates material up to an 8 foot radius for a first-in, first-out controlled flow, facilitating use of full bin capacity.
- Reduces flushing/cleaning time between product runs and improves batch uniformity.
- System is mounted on the outside of the vessel for easy cleaning and maintenance.
- Energy efficient – uses plant air.
- No damage, vibration, stress or wear to container walls. Mount to metal, concrete, fiberglass or wood vessels.
- Manufactured from high grade steel for long service life.
Total AirSweep® System
A total AirSweep® material activation system consists of strategically-located AirSweeps, high-flow solenoid valves, electronic sequence controller and an air receiver.
The average AirSweep® System uses less than 10 cfm of compressed air or gas making it energy and cost efficient.
No damage, vibration, stress or wear to container walls.
Contact a Sales Engineer for information and a detailed AirSweep® proposal engineered specifically for your application. 1-860-928-6551
Or submit a data sheet
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