Pneumatic conveying of wet solids 1

[Tuisko]

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?

 

[JimCasey]

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.

 

[bimr]

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

 

[MikeHalloran]

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