More Sophisticated Solutions for More Demanding Applications
In many applications, the use of anti-bearding spray set-ups can help reduce clogging. These set-ups change the air current around the spray tip to prevent drops from falling back on the nozzle and causing build-up. In some cases, users can run their spray operations up to 20-times longer without shutting down.
The addition of a heat jacket can ensure trouble-free atomization of hard-to-spray liquids such as waxes, adhesives, starches and syrups and minimize maintenance due to clogging. When spraying an extremely difficult solution such as chocolate, an automated system may be required.
Heated automated systems use closed-loop temperature control to ensure liquid temperature is ensured all the way from the tank to the target. The pressure tank and liquid and air lines are usually jacketed or heated to ensure consistent flow rates and clog-free operation.
Dedicated spray controllers can automatically adjust spray performance to compensate for changes in operating conditions. This minimizes clogging in many applications. However, when spray nozzles do clog, it is detected immediately and operators are notified to minimize scrap and lost production time.
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