Pneumatic Piston Vibrator Eliminates Production Bottleneck

Coal was hanging up on the hoppers beneath the storage silos. Buildup on the walls of the hopper was an ongoing headache for operating personnel and a consistent production bottleneck. The plant resorted to climbing ladders and scaffolding and using sledgehammers to knock the coal loose. 

Solution

Martin Engineering replaced the sledgehammers with a cost-effective solution that is much safer and less labor-intensive. Installation was simple and straightforward, requiring minimal time. Since the installation of the piston vibrators, the plant has eliminated the need to send personnel up on ladders to knock coal loose in the hopper, making the operation safer and more productive.