Flat bottom extractor Vortex® Aero Bin™

The Vortex® Aero Bin™ Bottom is attached to the bottom of flat- or conical-shaped silos and hoppers; in particular, storage silos with especially large diameter. It contains two main design features. Ideal application: As materials begin to discharge through the silo output, a fan or blower injects low pressure, dry air (typically 6 psig | 41 kPa) upward into the silo via the aeration bed. As pneumatic pressures permeate the silo, the materials handled become fluidized. This encourages a consistent, continuous discharge of materials, in order to prevent bridging, rat holing and other discharge inefficiencies. Key Features Porous media is supported by a durable steel grate Cleanout ports to inspect for product in the lower air chamber and maintain, if necessary. Each section of the conveyor has a cleanout port, located along the bottom of the lower air chamber Rain ledge prevents precipitation from leaking into the conveyor Inlet ports with ball valves to adjust the amount of air being injected into the air-gravity conveying system. Each section of the conveyor has inlet ports, located along the side of the lower air chamber Several options for porous media material of construction, based on application and material characteristics Viewports for in-line inspection. Each section of the conveyor has a viewport, located along the top of the upper chamber Can have infinite length, depending on available head space Simple installation and low maintenance requirements No moving parts –for operator safety, reduced wear and prolonged service life Low energy consumption using a single power source (electricity to power the fan or blower, no plant air required)