AZO Receivers for the Pneumatic Feeding of Processing Machines
To ensure that processing machines are reliably supplied with raw materials, bulk materials must be effectively separated, the conveying air must be cleaned, and material discharge must be tailored to the specific process. AZO receivers perform these tasks directly at the machine hopper and enable on-demand feeding of free-flowing, poorly free-flowing, powdered, and granular bulk materials.
Low-dust conveying and reliable material supply
Large-capacity filters clean the conveying air and enable dust-free continuous operation. Automatic filter cleaning via compressed air pulses after each conveying cycle ensures the reliable operation of the pneumatic conveying system. The level monitoring system detects material requirements and triggers a new conveying cycle as needed. This automates the supply of raw materials to the processing machine and reduces the risk of production interruptions.
The Right Receiver for Various Bulk Materials and Processes
Depending on the material properties and the requirements of the subsequent process, four versions are available:
- Type P: For free-flowing, granular bulk materials and batch feeding, such as to injection molding machines, filling machines, or tablet presses. The swing flap also serves as a demand signal.
- Type A: For bulk materials that do not flow freely or are prone to segregation. The pneumatic discharge valve opens to reveal a large discharge cross-section and facilitates controlled discharge, for example, for differential feeders.
- Type S: For the continuous conveyance and discharge of even poorly flowing bulk materials, as well as their metering into downstream processes, such as screening machines, compactors, or mills.
- Type PK: For chunky bulk materials in batch operation, such as for feeding capsule filling lines or tablet packaging machines. Discharge is via a pneumatic cone valve.
Hygienic design and easy maintenance
The robust design, made of stainless chrome-nickel steel, is suitable for applications in the food, pharmaceutical, plastics, and chemical industries. Textile filter media and sintered PE materials with PTFE membranes are available for a variety of operating conditions. Since the receiver can be completely disassembled for cleaning and the filters can be easily inspected, cleaning and maintenance tasks are simplified. A high level of operational reliability ensures the system’s dependable performance.
