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Volumetric Feeders

Model 170 Series

Model 170 Series Dry Solids Volumetric Feeders…
with Self-Emptying Metering Mechanism

Overview

Acrison’s  Model 170 Series Volumetric Feeders are the first range of feeders specifically designed for complete and total product cleanout without the need for disassembly or mechanical changes.  These feeders “self-empty” and also feature an innovative discharge port for rapid material emptying when needed—making them ideal for applications where rapid product changeover or near-zero downtime is critical.

Features/Benefits

Uniquely Configured Auger/Agitator Metering Mechanism – that completely fills the metering auger with product of a consistent state. The feeder has only 2 moving parts, typically a constant speed gearmotor for the slow speed agitator and a variable speed AC or DC drive for the metering auger.

Circular Wide-Throat, Flat Bottom Feed Chamber with slowly rotating horizontal Agitator – ensures positive flow of product out of the supply hopper directly into the feed chamber.

Novel Discharge Purge Port – located in the flat bottom of the feed chamber that allows the feeder to be “emptied quickly” when required. 

All Steel Construction – provides long-term reliability with minimal maintenance requirements.

Total Product Cleanout Design – eliminates “dead zones” and allows feeder to feed until completely empty.

Range of Model Sizes – cover feed rates from 0.12 to 240 cubic feet per hour.


Specifications
Standard Construction
All product contact parts are 304 stainless steel including the feeder’s drive shafts and seal components.
All models typically equipped with a constant speed gearmotor for the slow speed agitator and a variable speed AC or DC gearmotor drive for the metering auger with either a  30:1 or 50:1 speed range.

Options
Sanitary construction to meet USDA and FDA codes and requirements
Quick disassembly/re-assembly construction (certain models)
Hazardous area electrical construction
Swing-out and tilt-back hoppers to facilitate cleanout (certain models)
Vibrating hopper with unique isolation pad for difficult to handle materials (certain models)
Various AC and DC variable speed motor controllers and control modes
Available as the integral metering mechanism for certain model Acrison “Weight-loss Differential” Weigh Feeders

Request Literature

Click here to request our brochure in PDF format, Acrison’s Model 170 Volumetric Feeder Series.

Click here to request standard engineering drawings in PDF format: Acrison’s Model 170 Volumetric Feeder Series.

We cordially invite you to witness the Acrison Advantage - a test in our new and expanded state-of-the-art Customer Demonstration Facilities, handling your actual product(s) with the specific equipment we recommend for the application. Usually, there is no cost or obligation for this service.

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