Feeders are essential equipment used in various applications to transfer materials accurately and efficiently from one process to another. A feeder is a device that controls the flow rate of bulk material from a hopper or bin to the receiving equipment. It can handle various materials, including powders, granules, and pellets. Feeders are widely used in the food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, and mining industries. At Dynequip, we offer several types of high-quality feeders that can meet the specific needs of your application. Our feeders are designed to deliver consistent, reliable performance, ensuring optimal production efficiency and minimal downtime. Here are some of the types of feeders from a couple of our principals-
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Volumetric Feeders
When handling difficult-to-feed dry materials, the Flex-Feed® Volumetric Feeder is a reliable solution. With a maximum feed rate of 900 cubic feet per hour, this feeder can take various materials, including powders and pellets. It boasts a volumetric accuracy of approximately 2-4%, provided that the material bulk density and flow characteristics remain consistent.
One of the critical features of this feeder is the patented Flex-wall polyurethane hopper, which comes equipped with external agitation paddles. By flexing the feed hopper, this feeder promotes material flow, conditions the material, and helps reduce or eliminate common issues like product degradation, rat-holing, or bridging. Additionally, the flexing action helps to keep the auger full of material, which ensures accurate volumetric feed rates.
Gravimetric Feeders
The Flex-Feed® Volumetric Feeder is designed with durability and efficiency in mind. Unlike vinyl hoppers, the polyurethane Flex-Feed® hopper is more robust, resilient, and abrasion-resistant, making it a reliable choice for demanding industrial applications. The hopper design also eliminates any cracks or ledges that could collect material, ensuring a smooth and consistent flow.
Additionally, the hopper interlocks with the cabinet for a tight seal, further enhancing the feeder’s performance. The patented auger and feed-tube designs make removal and re-assembly quick and toolless, allowing for easy maintenance and cleaning. Gravimetric Feeders are versatile enough to handle a wide range of dry materials, from fine powders to large pellets. With three different sizes of feeders available, we can accommodate feed rates ranging from 0.003 ft3/hr to more than 900 ft3/hr.
Eriez- Vibratory Feeders
Eriez has a variety of vibratory feeders. Each feeder is selected based on rate and material characteristics. They have options that are both electromagnetic as well as mechanical.
Light and medium-duty electromagnetic feeders
Eriez offers a unique solution for challenging material feeding applications with its Hi-Vi magnetic drive circuit. This circuit is simple and powerful, making it suitable for feeding various bulk materials ranging from micron-sized particles to bulky chunks. These feeders feature a completely enclosed magnetic drive and are operated by solid-state controls offering precise feeding.
Moreover, Eriez Feeders come with all the qualities that have made them leaders in quality and reliability for many years. They have standard models that cater to most feeding applications. However, if you need a specific configuration for your application, Eriez can design special units with multiple drives, enclosed trays, or screens to offer the best solution. A wide variety of standard and special trays are also available to suit your unique needs.
Heavy-duty vibratory feeders
Eriez offers a cost-effective solution for feeding or screening large volumes of bulk material with their heavy-duty line of Brute Force feeders. These feeders are designed to provide limited feed rate adjustability and are ideal for coal or stone processing, recycling, and scrap recovery applications. Eriez Brute Force feeders come with unique tray designs that can be tailored to your specific application requirements.
The motors of these feeders are constructed to be dust-tight and splash-proof, making them suitable for dusty and dirty environments and outdoors in rain or snow. They are also designed for heavy-duty use and feature long-life bearings that ensure peak, long-term performance.
You can order various sizes and styles of Brute Force feeders to match your application requirements. Additionally, tray options include screens, liners, covers, and grizzlies.
Dynequip
We offer versatile flex augers that can be used as portable or stationary units with variable speeds. They are designed to meet sanitary standards like USDA, Washdown, and 3A Dairy Construction. These augers can easily handle multiple products, and we ensure that they are easy to clean between different product runs.
Our flex augers can be constructed from either mild or stainless steel, and we offer a high degree of customization for each application. If you’re not sure whether a custom flex auger can meet your particular needs, we can provide testing to ensure that you get the ideal material-handling solution for your process.
At Dynequip, we offer a wide range of feeders designed to meet the specific needs of your application. Whether you need volumetric, gravimetric, or heavy-duty feeders, our expert team can help you choose the right feeder for your needs. We are committed to providing high-quality equipment that delivers reliable performance and maximizes your production efficiency. Contact us today to learn more about our feeder solutions and how we can help you optimize your production process.