Airmatic Offers Martin Conveyor Belt-Driven Generators

An industrial distributor based in Malvern, PA, Airmatic Inc. represents more than 600 leading manufacturers. Among the products that Airmatic Inc. offers is the Roll Gen™ System from its core-product supplier Martin Engineering®. 

This is a self-supporting mini-generator unit that can power safety mechanisms and electrical monitoring systems by harnessing a moving conveyor belt’s kinetic energy. The generator can be engaged on basically any steel roller, eliminating the need to have a special set of rollers, and it can be installed on any support structures, such as a belt tracker, that are already existing. It is an attractive alternative to using auxiliary power that requires costly labor, oversized cables, transformers, junction boxes, conduits, and other components. Further, introducing even a small conventional generator to generate power brings new concerns such as flammable fuel issues. 

As conveyors progress into the next advanced stage of smart systems that are autonomous and more sustainable, the device is an initial accomplishment in feasibly producing the required power. This power-generating device makes possible the installation of safety mechanisms and electrical monitoring systems, replacing the need for technicians to perform the challenging and time-consuming task of physically walking along the entire conveyor system in order to monitor its performance.

Individuals interested in learning more about the Roll Gen™ System or other belt conveyor products from Airmatic can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

Airmatic Inc to Exhibit at the Precast Show 2018

Malvern, PA-based Airmatic Inc. is an industrial distributor founded over 70 years ago. Either in conjunction with its core product suppliers or independently, Airmatic Inc. participates in industry trade shows, such as the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) Precast Show 2018, scheduled to take place on February 22-24 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. 

The Precast Show is North America’s largest precast-specific trade show where the industry’s premier suppliers and leading equipment experts are in attendance. Host NPCA represents plant-produced precast concrete product manufacturers and industry products and services suppliers. 

Products that Airmatic intends to exhibit include the T-Force™ High-Pressure Portable Air Supply System featuring carbon fiber-wrapped tanks and bottles certified to meet DOT 4,500 PSI high-pressure air storage requirements. Also, the Komptec® KT 90 4,500 PSI high-pressure air compressor, characterized by its light weight, portability, and fast, reliable service for a broad range of applications that need compressed air storage tanks and bottles. Airmatic will showcase internal and external concrete vibrators, and Max® and Kodi Klip® Rebar Connecting Tools, as well.

Individuals interested in learning more about the NPCA or Airmatic's precast product offering can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

The PTDA’s Goals for the Future

A business with a track record of quality in service to the American bulk materials handling sector, Airmatic Inc has operated from Malvern, PA, since 1944. To bolster its professional offering, Airmatic Inc is a member of several trade organizations, including the Power Transmission Distributor Association (PTDA). 

While the main mission of the PTDA is the empowerment of its members to ensure their continued success within the industrial power transmission distribution sector, the organization has several goals for its own future: 

1. To become the leading association for those in the power transmission sector and to become the main point of call for knowledge, trends, and tools in the process; 

2. To ensure employees within PTDA member organizations come to the PTDA for networking, volunteering, and educational opportunities; 

3. To become the main resource for networking opportunities within the power transmission sector, to the point that members and nonmembers alike seek out PTDA-sponsored events to access key industry figures; and 

4. To leverage its advocacy efforts to establish its members as key contributors to the manufactured parts and services sectors, thus increasing business for members while growing its membership base.

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

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.

Airmatic, Inc.’s Martin Conveyor and Vessel Clean-out Solutions

With more than 70 years of experience, Airmatic, Inc., offers a wide range of wholesale industrial machinery services and products. Airmatic, Inc.’s client base spans the government and commercial sectors, with installation and technical support geared to power production facilities, paper mills, and silo operations. In the latter sphere, Airmatic, Inc.’s solutions include state-of-the-art tools such as the Martin HD bin whip and the Martin bin drill tool for cleaning-out silos, hoppers and bins. 

The bin drill tool assists in the silo clean-out process through a remotely-controlled hydraulic-powered drilling system. It creates a viable flow channel even in situations of serious material blockages. The high-power bin-drill can bore open paths through materials extending as deep as 150 feet. 

The bin whip tool addresses materials stuck to the vessel’s interior walls which can create confined-space entry issues if not cleaned from outside the vessel. Material build-up in silos not only decreases storage capacity but can cause contamination issues. Other advanced solutions for silo cleaning include the compressed-air powered Sonic Horn, which provides an acoustic cleaning approach to fluidizing and clearing dry particulate deposits.

GEAPS and K-State Offer Online Courses in Grain-Handling Operations

Founded more than 70 years ago, Airmatic Inc distributes industrial equipment and provides installation and maintenance services to several markets, from agriculture and manufacturing to mining and construction. Airmatic Inc also serves as a member of the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS), a manufacturer trade association.

Last week, registration opened for four online grain-handling operations courses provided by GEAPS and the Kansas State University (K-State) Distance Education Program. This term’s courses cover a variety of topics, such as grain facilities planning, preventing grain dust explosions, fan operational management, and aeration system design. GEAPS and K-State are also offering a Spanish-language class with a concentration on entry-level safety; this course is a complement to GEAPS 500: Introduction to Grain Operations and must be completed in order to earn the Credential in Grain Operations Management (CGOM).

Online classes run from October 31 to December 2 and are available to GEAPS members at $670 per course and non-members at $850 per course.

Airmatic Inc has been a proud member of GEAPS since 2005 and exhibits annually at the Tradeshow.

NAW to Host Biannual Billon Dollar CFO Roundtable in Chicago

Airmatic Inc is a woman-owned, Pennsylvania-based industrial distributor of bulk material handling equipment, with a focus on selling, installing, and maintaining industrial equipment. In supporting distribution trade associations, Airmatic Inc is a 41 year member of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW).

Each year, NAW hosts multiple billion-dollar roundtables for various types of high-ranking executives, such as chief legal officers, CEOs, and human resources executives. This year, on December 6-7, NAW will be hosting the NAW Billon Dollar CFO Roundtable at the O’Hare Hilton in Chicago. Sponsored by Grant Thornton and Oliver Wyman, this twice-a-year conference is designed for chief financial officers of billion-dollar distribution enterprises to network with non-competing companies and other like-minded professionals. This year’s agenda includes an executive dinner and a discussion on cyber risk management.

To participate in the CFO roundtable, attendees must pay $1,800 in annual membership fees and receive an exclusive invitation. For more information, visit solutions.NAW.org/events.

A Sonic Horn Approach to Cleaning Power Plant Silos

Working with clients that undertake bulk-solids handling, Airmatic Inc has more than seven decades of experience in industrial equipment and machinery distribution. Airmatic Inc’s customers range from utility companies to industrial manufacturers and include public and private entities. In one successful client-driven assignment, Airmatic Inc cleaned out the clinging bulk solid materials within three silos of a power generating station. 

The caked material Airmatic Inc addressed was much like coal fly ash and needed to be removed as part of the decommissioning process. With the buildup of particulate matter ranging from a light dusting to two inches, the original plan involved using a boom-mounted mechanical bin whip system. The dimensions and location of the silos made this system impractical and a high-energy, air-driven sonic horn approach was decided upon. 

Using powerful sound waves, particulates were shaken free of the sides of the silos, with a gravity feed enabling removal into truck-loading chutes. This approach effectively removed all debris within an expeditious time frame, with no need for dry or wet manual cleaning.

Airmatic Thrives in a Historic Hub of Manufacturing

Since 1944, Airmatic, Inc. has served as a leading supplier of industrial materials to a wide-ranging network of customers. The female-headed company offers sales, installation, and maintenance of equipment such as belt conveyor components, air cannons, rotary electric vibrators, bin level sensors, and more. Based in the southeastern Pennsylvania community of Malvern, Airmatic, Inc. is situated in the midst of a historic manufacturing region.

Malvern is a borough located in Chester County, in the Greater Philadelphia area. While many Pennsylvania industrial plants have closed in recent years, bringing economic hardships to the region, e-commerce and similar industries are filling the gap, and some traditional manufacturers continue to succeed.

Greater Philadelphia has a long history as an industrial center, and is the site of numerous mills, factories, and production plants over generations. The coal and steel industries, supported by banking and entrepreneurial interests, experienced rapid development in the area over the course of the latter 19th century.

In the early years of the 1900s, the automotive and railroad industries had a strong presence in the area, sustaining employment for thousands of people involved in the manufacturing. In the nearby Delaware County area, shipbuilding and other defense-related industries flourished in the first half of the 20th century.

Philadelphia’s suburbs began to specialize in defined manufacturing segments when the United States was still young, with early foundry and ironworks companies contributing to the growth of the region in the days before the Civil War.