For

Drying – Cleaning – Blow off

Static Control – Coating Applications- Cooling

Shrink Packaging – Surface Protection –Wiping

AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS

RAICO

BOTTLE DRYING CONTAINER DRYING CAN DRYING

FRESH PRODUCE DRYING PACKAGE DRYING SHEET DRYING

METAL COMPONENTS CLEANING METAL COMPONENTS DRYING METAL CHIPS BLOW OFF

COATING CONTROL WIRE/CABLE/TUBE DRYING EXTRUDED PROFILE DRYING

INTRODUCTION OF AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS

AIR KNIFE SYSTEM is non contact method of removing unwanted surface liquid, moisture, dirt, coatings, contamination,

debris, heat, static charge etc during manufacturing process of predominantly conveyed (moving) articles or parts.

AIR KNIFE SYSTEM powered by low pressure air from RING BLOWER devices a continuous LAMINAR SHEET/

STREAM/ CURTAIN of precisely controlled HIGH VELOCITY AIR.

This SHEET/STREAM/CURTAIN OF HIGH VELOCITY AIR pushes the liquid from the surface of the article /

product and residual moisture is shattered from the article/product. This mist is carried away by continuous stream of air.

This SHEET/STREAM/CURTAIN OF HIGH VELOCITY AIR also blows away debris, cleans surfaces, dissipates

heat, spreads/ dries coatings, takes away static charges, protects surface etc.

In certain applications where longer/deeper reach of HIGH VELOCITY AIR is required, NOZZLES could also be

used.

Drying with RING BLOWER ASSISTED AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS has been known to CUT COSTS by 80%,

compared with THERMAL DRYING AND COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS.

An effective working AIR KNIFE SYSTEM can be assembled using standard single or multiple AIR KNIFES, located

strategically. For certain applications combination of AIR KNIFES with AIR NOZZLES will bring desired results; System will

also incorporate ideally placed Single or Multiple Blowers, Flexible Hoses, Clamps, Manifolds and such accessories.

AIR KNIFES AND NOZZLES are available in different sizes, lengths and shapes. Most common material of

construction is Surface Treated Aluminium Alloy.

AIR KNIFE & NOZZLES can also be supplied in 304/316 S.S.

Speciality Filters are available to meet most stringent standard for Food, Pharmaceuticals, Electronic or similar applications.

SOME BENEFITS OF AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS

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Increased Productivity

Improved Quality

Improved Working Environment

Lower Running Costs

Energy Saving

Quite Operation (Low noise levels)

Compact Yet Rugged

No Moving Parts Making it Maintenance Free

Cleaner Air

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Performance Can be adjusted to Match

Product and speed to Gain cost Effectiveness

Eliminates Staining

Low Capital Outlay

Fast Payback

Easy to Install

Waste Reclamation

Lower Maintenance Cost

Safe working pressure

SOME SALIENT FEATURES OF OUR AIR KNIFE SYSTEM

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Low Pressure Drop

Cleaner & Warmer air

Higher Velocity of Air

Lower Noise Level

Higher Energy Efficiency

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Many options for connections

S.S. Modular adds on infinite positions mounting system adoptable for most demanding application positioning

Packaged System available (optional)

Our Air Knife Profile is

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Heavy Duty to suit Tough Applications

Rigid & Sturdy

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Surface Treated for protection & Aesthetics

Distortion Resistant

OUR RING BLOWERS are

SOME TYPICAL APPLICATIONS OF AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS

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Dynamically Balanced

Directly Connected

High Pressure Ratio

Low Speed

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Compact Yet Rugged

Highly Efficient

Pressure Die Casted

Suitable for Mounting in

Vertical/Horizontal Position

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Low Noise Producing

100% Oil Free

Machined on CNC Machines.

Aluminium Alloy

Our Ring Blowers are provided with

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Double Sealed Branded Bearings

10% Voltage Fluctuation Tolerances

Packed with High Temperature Grease

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IP54 Protection

Inlet/ Outlet Silencer

Class F Insulation

Bottles

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Pressure sensitive labelling

Sleeve labelling

Labelling cold fill bottles

Hot melt labelling

Inkjet coding

Bacteria prevention under caps & crowns

Leak detection

Cans

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Prevent corrosion under pull tab

Inkjet coding on can bottom

Leak detection on running line

Prevent Bacteria Built up

Removes moisture from can body to avoid

moisture related packing problems

Pouches

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After cooling tunnel and rinsing

Labelling

Inkjet coding

Crates & Trays

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Prevents bacteria build up.

Eliminates moisture issues after washing

SOME MORE APPLICATIONS

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Drying of Food Products/Vegetables/Bakery

Products /Confectionery

Coating Control / Drying

Adhesive Drying

Parts Drying after Wash

Paper Drying in Paper Mills

Sheet cleaning in Strip Mills

Conveyor Cleaning /Drying

Film Control of Oil, Wax, Glues

Separating different weight products

Surface cooling

Shrink Packaging

Textile Drying / Carpet Drying

Packaged Meat/ Fish /Poultry Drying

Medicine Vials Drying

Glass Drying

Electronic / PCB/ Batteries Drying

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To Open Plastic Bags, Pouches in Form, Seal,

Bagging Machine

Coating Control of Chocolates, Batter , Jam

Providing Air Curtain / Barrier

Surface Drying of Various Components for

Automatic Quality check by Laser or Electronic

Gauging

Surface cleaning with Anti Static / Ionizing for

coating of paint, varnish, powder.

Surface protection of lens against Foreign particle

impeachment

Wiping clean of Plastic Film / Sheet/ Wire /Profile and

Extrusions

Wiping Ice

Impregnation of Surface

Air Curtain

And many many more

AIR KNIFE SYSTEM COMPONENTS

PACKAGED AIR KNIFE SYSTEMS

AIR KNIFE S. S. AIR KNIFE NOZZLE RING BLOWER

S. S. MOUNTING SYSTEM

HOSE CONNECTOR Y CONNECTOR MANIFOLD SYSTEM

REDUCERENLARGER

SUCTION FILTER VACUUM FILTER RELIEF VALVE

FLEXIBLE HOSE & CLIPS BLOWER STANDACOUSTIC

ENCLOSURE

RAICO ENGINEERS RAICO

Unit No.14 - AF,1st. Fl.,New Empire Industrial Estate, Kondivita Road, Off Andheri - Kurla Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 059.

Tel. : 2832 0514Fax : 022 - 2838 1390 Email : raicoengineers@gmail.com

6691 5253 /

www.airknifeindia.com www.raicoengineers.com www.blowersandblowersindia.com

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