When I graduated from university and moved into my own place, the only house I could afford was right near a manufacturing plant. At first, I thought living in the industrial part of the city would be a nightmare, but it actually turned out to be fascinating. I quickly developed an interest in industrial equipment and supplies, and spent many evenings walking around the factories to get a better look at what was going on inside. Since then, I've moved to a quiet part of the city, but my interest in industry never waned. Since I don't have the luxury of being able to visit the industrial district anymore, I thought I'd do the next best thing--start a blog about it!
One of the simplest ways to remove the obstructions which occur in boilers, silos, hoppers, and bins when materials build up is using air cannon. With an air cannon, you can remove materials that are stuck in the systems as a result of moisture contamination. The essential thing to note when trying to get air cannon is that you need one that is appropriate to meet your needs. There is a variety of techniques used in making air cannons. Understanding their mechanisms will help you choose the most appropriate one for your needs.
The valve system
The valve system determines the maximum amount of air that can be pushed through the cannon. Cannons which have multi-valve systems are the best because they have the needed pressure to remove any weight of biomass stuck in your storage. At the same time, when the pressure is just right, any tubes that are blocked will easily get unblocked. When you have a system with many valves, it is possible to repair one of the valves while the others are still running.
The unit's heat resistance
When appliances such as boilers are heating biomass to produce heat, they become extremely hot. These high temperatures can be destructive to air cannons that are not designed to withstand the heat. The metallic parts of the cannon should be made of metals that have a high heat resistance. On the other hand, non-metallic parts should be made from materials which do not melt when heat is applied to them.
The capacity of the cannon
The capacity of the cannon will determine how quickly it can handle large biomass. When the cannon cannot handle large biomass, the unblocking process will be interrupted by things building up in the system and blocking the air cannon. The pressure settings of the cannon should also be adjustable such that it is possible to use low pressure without compromising its effectiveness.
It is also recommended that you get an air cannon that is fitted with flexible pipes and hoses. When the pipes are flexible, it will be easy to blast huge volumes of air around without compromising the system. Pipe materials such as copper are recommended because they do not corrode with long-term use, and can, therefore, stand the long-term effect of having air and moisture flowing through them for a long time. With these features in mind, you will select a suitable air cannon for your industrial needs.