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Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

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Problem: conveying a wet solid (1 mm ID, 2 mm length cyclinders, coated with 9%wt. kerosene) using a pneumatic conveying system, over a short distance (< 70 ft).
Where can I find what optimal material-to-air ratio to use?

RE: Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

Check with your system vendor.  I have had good experience with Premier Pneumatics: http://www.premierpneumatics.com
They will usually set up a test in their lab if you send in a drum of your stuff.  There may be other vendors who will provide the same service.  

RE: Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

Have you thought about pumping it with a progressive cavity pump?

RE: Pneumatic conveying of wet solids

The progressing cavity pump might work out cheaper than dealing with a continuous flow of kerosene- laden air, too.



Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

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