Airmatic’s VSR Technology Group

Since 1944, Airmatic, Inc., has delivered a full range of machinery products and services to industrial, commercial, and government entities in the United States. A woman-owned business based in Malvern, PA, Airmatic, Inc., operates a Vibratory Stress Relief (VSR) Technology Group that serves the needs of manufacturers that require metal stabilizing services, including those that produce automotive tooling, power generation equipment, and hydro-turbines, among many others. 

The company’s VSR technology uses a non-thermal stress relief method that makes use of high force, firmly controlled mechanical vibrations in order to redistribute the various internal stresses that may exist in a variety of metal products, including forgings, welded structures, castings, and parts and components. 

The technology benefits manufacturers, as it can provide significant reductions in the dimensional instability experienced when machining metal, in addition to improving component fatigue life. Further, VSR technology allows for the minimization of distortion at all stages of the product's lifecycle, from component assembly and test loading, through to delivery and its use in the field.

Individuals interested in learning more about the VSR Technology can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

Airmatic, Inc., Hosts Foundations Seminar on Materials Control

Serving markets throughout the Northeastern States, Airmatic, Inc., is a well-established bulk solids-handling equipment distribution firm that emphasizes client-driven solutions. Airmatic, Inc.’s multi-division market approach enables it to provide maintenance services that enhance safety and productivity while solving persistent operational challenges. Airmatic, Inc., partners with Martin Engineering in offering leading-edge technologies at a cost-effective price. 

In July 2016, Airmatic, Inc., served as host of a Martin Foundations seminar at its Malvern, PA, headquarters. “The Practical Resource for Cleaner, Safer, More Productive Dust & Material Control” workshop brought focus to the latest developments in belt-conveyor operations and materials handling and was aimed at business owners and executives. 

The seminars build on the authoritative 576-page Martin Foundations book, which has gone through several editions and stands as an indispensable reference in improving belt conveyor performance. A focus of the book, which includes hundreds of tables, illustrations, and photos, is on improving fugitive material control. A PDF version of the book is available on the Airmatic website and is an excellent accompaniment to seminar events.

Individuals interested in learning more about the seminars hosted by Airmatic or about holding a Foundation Seminar at their facility can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

A Look at the Powerful BinMaster NCR-80 Non-Contact Radar Level

In operation since 1944, Airmatic Inc. is an industrial equipment and machinery distributor based in Malvern, PA. Customers rely on Airmatic Inc. for cutting-edge bulk materials handling tools used in a variety of industrial applications. 

Storing bulk solids presents a range of challenges. One of the main issues is ensuring accurate level readings. Because bulk solids often produce dust or sidewall buildup, radar level readings can be distorted. Recently, BinMaster released its NCR-80 non-contact radar level, which makes use of an 80-Ghz frequency that is focused at a very narrow angle of four degrees. 

The narrow angle of the NCR-80 facilitates precise aiming that can avoid flow streams, sidewall buildup, and even internal structures for consistent measurements. The product promises accuracy within 0.2 inches for distances up to nearly 400 feet, making it perfect for narrow and tall storage vessels, especially when there is dust or corrosion present. 

BinMaster produces the product in plastic, aluminum, and stainless-steel housing options. For maximum versatility, the NCR-80 comes with two mounts, one with a swiveling plastic flange and the other with a stainless-steel flange that can withstand very high temperatures.

Individuals interested in learning more about the BinMaster NCR-80 Non-Contact Radar Level or other BinMaster products can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

Airmatic Inc. Assists in Solving a Paper Plant Coal Dust Issue

 



Established in 1944, Airmatic Inc. is a Malvern, Pennsylvania, company with a well-established track record of supplying the American bulk materials handling industry with quality machinery and equipment. Airmatic Inc. also has undertaken a number of complex projects for clients ranging from power plants to pulp and paper operations.

In one high-profile assignment, Airmatic Inc. engaged with a plant that primarily produces paper and uses coal in generating energy for operations. A key issue experienced by the manufacturer involved turbulent air at the transfer point between the coal crusher and conveyor, with airborne dust being blown out at pressure and covering nearby areas.

Each day, powdery dust covered paper mill surfaces ranging from railings to the floor. The dust needed to be swept up and removed by wheelbarrow. In addition, maintenance issues with the conveyor were occurring, and the skirt experienced rapid wear.

Airmatic’s solution involved installing a variety of Martin Engineering conveyor products, including a belt support system and belt-tracking devices. In addition, advanced wearliners and self-adjusting skirting were set in place and a high-volume dust settling zone with curtains was established. The end result was an increase in efficiency, cleanliness, and worker morale at the plant.

Airmatic Inc. Updates Industry Know-How with Martin Foundations Course

One of the nation’s leading purveyors of bulk materials-handling equipment for the industrial market, Airmatic Inc. recently hosted a Martin Foundations seminar designed to teach best practices in conveyor belt operations at its headquarters in Malvern, PA. Dedicated to continuing professional education for its own employees, Airmatic Inc. invited other companies’ leadership to join the seminar as well. 

Martin Foundations’ program presenters have gained extensive experience in multiple aspects of engineering, mining, and factory operations and regularly offer workshops and training programs all over the world. The Pennsylvania seminar described advances in making workplaces safer and cleaner through better handling of bulk materials and associated dust. 

A Foundations training course offers other companies the benefits of Martin Engineering’s more than seven decades of experience as a major international firm operating across industries. Participants can learn the principles of not only conveyor belt operational safety, but also belt maintenance and cleaning, proper alignment, and the other fine points of engineering and logistics. 

Martin Foundations additionally publishes a textbook on conveyor belt safety, available free as a downloadable PDF on the company’s website.

Individuals interested in learning more about the seminars hosted by Airmatic or about holding a Foundation Seminar at their facility can call the company at 800.332.8770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

The Use of Acoustic Cleaning on Silos

Airmatic Inc. accommodates the needs of companies in a wide range of industries through three different operating divisions. Through its service group division, Airmatic Inc. is capable of providing its clients with equipment maintenance services, like sonic horn silo cleaning.

Sonic horn silo cleaning is a form of acoustic cleaning, a process which uses sound energy to clear buildup on the surfaces of equipment without doing the kind of physical damage that can occur through other methods. An additional benefit of the use of acoustic cleaning is that it does not require direct access to caked material and other build-up in order to clear the surface of the equipment. This can be especially useful in the cleaning of silos, which are not always built with openings that allow easy access to the inside.

The routine cleaning of silos is crucial for businesses that use them in production processes. Not only does it allow companies to comply with regulations for the sanitary storage of materials, but it also enhances efficiency by restoring flow rates that are slowed by build-up on the walls inside of the silo.

Women-Owned Businesses on the Rise

Airmatic Inc. is an industrial distributor focused on providing its clients with equipment, machinery, shop supplies, and a wide range of maintenance services. Working with companies in industries like feed and grain and concrete construction, Airmatic Inc. has been in operation for more than 70 years and is woman-owned.

According to recent data, the number of woman-owned businesses in the United States now encompasses over a third of all American companies. In the last nine years, this number has risen by 27 percent. As of this year, this subset of companies accounts for around $1.6 trillion in revenue and provides American workers with nine million jobs.

In addition to the fiscal benefits that woman-owned businesses bring to the US economy, studies have shown that female entrepreneurs may be less risk-averse than their male counterparts. A report conducted by BMO Wealth Management indicated that nearly three-quarters of female entrepreneurs expressed confidence in their risk-related decisions, while just 64 percent of male entrepreneurs expressed the same confidence.