Airlock: Key Equipment for Flour Mills and Grain Processing
Airlock is critical equipment that ensures continuous material flow in flour mills, grain processing facilities, and industrial production lines. Airlock systems developed with Tanış A.Ş.’s years of experience guarantee reliable operation of pneumatic conveying lines in your mill facilities.
Airlock (rotary airlock) is a rotary valve system that controls pressure difference in pneumatic conveying systems and ensures continuous material flow. This equipment plays a critical role especially in conveying flour, semolina, bran, and other powder materials, allowing material passage while maintaining system pressure.
The airlock system transfers material in a controlled manner through vanes within the rotor:
- Material falls into rotor chambers from upper inlet flange
- With rotor rotation, material is carried to lower outlet flange
- Each rotor chamber receives and delivers material during one complete rotation
- During this process, system pressure is maintained and air leakage is prevented
Durable Design and Material Quality
Tanış A.Ş.’s airlock systems are designed to withstand harsh industrial conditions:
- High-quality cast body structure
- Precisely machined rotor and vanes
- Long-lasting bearing systems
- Corrosion-resistant surface coating
Airlock solutions in capacity ranges suitable for different facility needs:
- Compact models for small-scale facilities
- Standard systems for medium-capacity mills
- High-capacity solutions for large-scale industrial facilities
Easy Maintenance and Service
Our airlock systems offer long-lasting operation with minimum maintenance requirement:
- Easily accessible service points
- Quick parts replacement capability
- Lubrication system with automatic maintenance
- Wear monitoring system
Application Areas
Flour Mills and Mill Facilities
Airlocks are used at many critical points in mill facilities:
- Pneumatic conveying line inlet and outlet
- Silo filling and emptying systems
- Sifting and cleaning equipment connections
- Bagging line feeding systems
Grain Processing and Storage
- Inter-grain silo transfer
- Loading and unloading systems
- Cleaning line integration
- Waste material discharge systems
Industrial Production Lines
- Food processing facilities
- Chemical industry applications
- Construction materials production
- Plastic granule conveying systems
Considerations in Airlock Selection
Material Properties and Compatibility
Knowing the properties of material to be processed is critical for correct airlock selection:
- Material density and flow characteristics
- Moisture content and stickiness condition
- Abrasive properties and abrasiveness
- Chemical compatibility requirements
System Pressure and Capacity Calculations
- Pneumatic system operating pressure
- Hourly material transfer capacity
- System integration requirements
- Control and automation needs
Tanış Airlock Advantages
Long-Lasting Performance
Long years of uninterrupted operation with quality material and precision manufacturing:
- Minimum wear with long service life
- Durable bearing systems
- Spare parts supply guarantee
- Comprehensive warranty conditions
Energy Efficiency
Low energy consumption with optimized design:
- Efficient motor selections
- Low torque requirements
- Minimum air leakage
- Energy-saving working principle
Easy Integration
Seamless integration into existing systems:
- Standard flange connections
- Flexible mounting options
- Various automation options
- Quick installation capability
Maintenance and Service
Regular Maintenance Program
Recommended maintenance program for efficient operation of airlock systems:
- Daily controls: Oil level, temperature, vibration
- Weekly maintenance: Leak control, cleaning
- Monthly maintenance: Bearing control, oil change
- Annual maintenance: Comprehensive control and calibration
Spare Parts and Support Services
As Tanış A.Ş., we provide comprehensive support for your airlock systems:
- Original spare parts guarantee
- Fast supply chain
- Technical support services
- Remote monitoring options
Frequently Asked Questions
How is airlock capacity determined?
Airlock capacity is determined according to material type, system pressure, and required transfer speed. Our technical team provides free consultancy service to calculate the correct capacity suitable for your facility’s needs.
Which materials is it not suitable for?
Airlocks require special design for very sticky materials, high-temperature products, and corrosive chemicals. Standard models may not be suitable for such applications.
How often should maintenance be done?
Under normal operating conditions, monthly general control and quarterly oil change are recommended. These periods can be shortened in heavy usage.