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Process Applications
ACT rotary drums are adeal for a wide range of applications, including:
* Granulating
- Agglomeration
- Reaction
- Spray Granulation
* Cooling
* Drying
* Coating
* Heating
* Conditioning
* Incinerating
* Milling
* Mixing
* Impregnating
----ACT can provide you with a variety of rotary drum models suitable for any application. Many of our models include internals, heating and cooling units, or other built-in features to save you space and money. Sizes of our standard models range from our counter-top laboratory rotary drums (capable of approximately 1 to 5 kg batches, depending on material) to industrial scale models with operating capacities of up to 100 tons per hour and more. We also build complete process systems to handle every aspect of your production needs.
ACT standard rotary drums include the following:
* Shell thicknesses up to 1 1/2"
* Carbon Steel or Stainless Steel Construction
* Drive System (will vary according to your application and preference)
- Helical
- Parallel
- Cycloidal
* Gear - High horsepower
* Chain - Lower horsepower
* Friction - Low cost, Easily adjustable
* Axis
* Pan
* Riding Ring "Floating Tire"
- High heat expansion toleration
- Heat treated for hardness
- Reduces operating stresses
- ACT's exclusive ring design eliminates uneven wear
* Trunnions
- One piece forged steel construction
- Bearings rated for minimum 50,000 hours
- 1045 or 4140 heat treated carbon steel
( stainless steel and other materials available)
( friction trunnions are rubber or polyurethane)
- Adjustable alignment
- We provide on-site precision alignment for every drum we sell
* Thrust Rollers
- Heavy Duty
- Adjustable for precision alignment
* Gear Box
- Soft starts available
- Fluid coupling
- Variable speed (mechanical/electrical)
- Programmable drives
- Speed sensing
- Reverse operation
* Optional Internals (will vary with application)
- Lifting flights
- Mixing flights
- Spiral flights
- Anti-slip flights
- Bed shaping flights
- Collection pans
- Liquid/solid/slurry/gas distribution systems
- Reciprocating scraper bars
- Spray systems
- Heating/cooling systems
* Modular or complete system designs
* Easy operation and clean up
* Full compatibility with all ACT industrial equipment.
Specialty Designs and Modifications
----At ACT we understand that one size does not fit all. That's why all of our rotary drums can be easily modified to suit your specific needs. ACT can also design custom internals for your existing drum, allowing you to improve your process efficiency or even convert your drum for a new process. Whatever you need, we can design and build.
Your specialty rotary drum could include:
* Automated Controls
* Custom Internals
* Screen Shell Sections for material sizing
* Hoods
* Breeches
- Dust seals
- Access doors
- Customized for your process
* Steam Jacketing
* Shell Access Doors
- Allows servicing of internals
* Flanged Shell
* Rubber Shell Liners
- Prevents material build up
* Shell Hammers
- Knocks product loose, prevents build up
* Variable Slope
* Bucket Discharge
* Slow running/Fast Running Operation
- Total range of speed available for all drum sizes
* Skid Mounted
* Unitized or Separate Trunnions and Drive Bases
* Complete Drum Systems
- Full granulation systems
- Inert atmosphere systems
- Blowers
- Heaters
- Complete plants
* Multi-function Drum Design
- Heating, coating, drying, cooling, screening, etc in a single drum
- Batch or continuous process
* Aluminum or Specialty Metal Construction
Technical and Engineering Support
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--- ACT offers complete engineering services to take your project from start to finish. Our engineering and design team will evaluate your process, production and site requirements to develop the rotary drum system that is right for you. Once fabrication is complete, your rotary drum undergoes rigorous performance testing at our facilities. Our technicians will then install your rotary drum at any site you choose. We'll also oversee your startup operations to ensure that your rotary drum works perfectly for your process and production needs. We can also train your employees to operate your new equipment, either on site or at our own complete pilot plant facilities. And should you wish to make later changes or need other assistance, our engineering team is readily available to meet your needs.
ACT Engineering and Technical Services include:
* Chemical, civil, mechanical, electrical and automation engineering
* Raw materials, process, product and site evaluation
* Custom research, development, engineering and design
* Lab and pilot plant testing
* On site installation
* Equipment testing at ACT
* Startup assistance
* Operator training
* Test production runs at ACT
* Complete technical support
* Equipment and process modification
* Electrical design
* Instrument and automation design----- ACT welcomes and encourages client involvement in every step of rotary drum design. We can provide office space and support your personnel at our facilities throughout the design, development, testing and training process. We consider your input crucial to the development process. In addition, ACT operates
----- At Applied Chemical Technology we understand the sensitive nature of every project, particularly when a project involves new or proprietary technology. That's why we offer every client the security of signed secrecy agreements. With ACT your project is kept completely confidential, both during the project and afterwards. ACT also believes that our work for you belongs to you. We will assign any patentable developments from your project to you, and assist in
Applied Chemical Technology, Inc.
4350 Helton Drive
Florence, Alabama 35630
TEL: 256.760.9600 -- Toll Free: 800.ACT.3217
FAX: 256.760.9638
Email: act@appliedchemical.com
Web site: www.appliedchemical.com
