Loading Spout Accessories and Options

    Telescopic dry bulk loading spouts have extensive range of optional components for wide range of needs.  
 

Dust Collector

Dust collectors are key elements of bulk solid loading spouts. They collect any fugitive dust during bulk solid loading and prevent dust emission to the environment. Several loading spout dust collector models are available depending on application requirements.

Dust emission dust collector jet filter loading spout
   
 

In Line Dust Collector

If there exists enough height below discharge unit (silo, hopper, conveyor etc) in line dust collectors can be used in loading spouts. Filter units are installed at the top. Bulk material flows through the space between filters. Dusty air is collected through these filters. Dust content in the air is trapped by filter units. Automatically operated pulse jet filters are used for supplying air shocks to the filters and sending dust back to the stockpile downside.

Inline dust collection filter for bulk solid loading spout
   
 

Offset Type Dust Collector

Offset type dust collectors of loading spouts are installed at the edge of top flange with an angle. A vacuum fan is utilized to supply required vacuum air. During material discharge, fan unit vacuums the air from the discharge point of loading spout. This vacuumed air passes through the passage between inner and outer spouts. Dust content in the air is trapped by filter units. Automatically operated pulse jet filters are used for supplying air shocks to the filters and sending dust back to the stockpile downside. The inclined design occupies less height and provides easier installation below hoppers and silos.

Offset jet filter and dust collector for truck loading spout
   

Separate Dust Collector

Loading spouts have outlet for dust collection system connection. Any external fan, dust collector or bag house filter can directly be connected to built in outlet. If the loading spout installation area does not have enough space, separate dust collectors can be utilized. These dust collection units are independent systems that have their own fans, filters and discharge hoppers.

Dust collection system for bulk truck loading spouts dustless filling
   

Central Dust Collector

If central dust collection systems exist in the plant, they can be connected to loading spouts. Air outlet of the loading spout is used for connection. Air flow speed is to be adjusted with respect to operation conditions. Collected dust is stored in external dust collector. This configuration is suitable for applications where several loading spouts are to be used together at the same place. Single central dust collector can be used for collecting fugitive dust from all loading spout systems.

Bag house filter central dust collector for bulk solids loading spouts for trucks
   

Bottom Closure and Sealing Cone

Bottom closure and sealing cone is used in tanker loading spouts to prevent any product spillage after loading. The conical shaped valve can move in vertical direction. It normally closes the outlet port of loading spout at the bottom. When the loading spout is placed on the tanker inlet flange, the conical valve moves downward and opens the product discharge passage. After tanker loading is finished, the loading spout is retracted. Spout retraction moves the bottom closure cone upwards and closes the outlet. Any remaining product within the loading spout is kept inside during retraction and spillage is prevented.

Bottom closure cone of bulk solid tanker loading spouts
   
   

Sampler

Material composition, moisture, particle size etc are some of the important attributes of bulk solids and it may be needed to check these values before loading. Bulk solid sampling systems are used to get a sample from free flowing bulk materials. In loading spout applications, a manual or automatic sampler is installed above the loading spout. During loading, sampler takes out some amount of material from the material flow.

Bulk material powder Sampler device for truck loading spout
   
   

Loading Spouts For High Temperature Applications

In case of high temperature bulk solid loading needs like fly ash handling systems, high temperature resistant loading spouts are to be utilized. Mechanical components including electrical motors, sensors etc. are selected from high temperature resistant models. Loading spout and skirt fabrics are chosen from high temperature fabrics. Bulk solids having temperatures up to 300C can be discharged with high temperature resistant loading spouts

High temperature heat bulk solids loading spouts
   

Level Sensors

Level sensors of open and closed loading spouts have different functions.

In closed vehicle loading, (i.e tanker trucks) level sensor is used for giving signal when the product reaches the tanker inlet level. Loading operation is stopped when the tanker truck is full.

In open loading spouts, level sensors are used for controlling the vertical position of loading spout. Flexible dust skirt of the spout should cover the product discharging region to prevent any fugitive dust and also keep enough space for rapid product discharge. When the product level increases, flexible dust skirt should raise accordingly to provide dust-free and fast loading.

Tanker Loading Spouts Level Sensors
   
 

Atex

Handling of explosive and flammable raw materials in hazardous explosive atmosphere need special care both in design and manufacturing of bulk solid loading spouts. Overheating, dust leakage, static electricity and electrical spark generation should be prevented during material discharge. Bellow fabrics are made of antistatic materials to prevent any static electricity build up. Atex certified and ex-proof equipment are used in such working conditions.

Atex certified explosion protection ex-proof loading spouts
   
 

Food Grade Loading Spouts

Food grade loading spout systems are available on request. All surfaces that have contact with food are made of food grade materials as stainless steel, silicone etc. All parts are designed and manufactured carefully to prevent any contamination and bacterial growth. Bellow fabrics, filter bags, valves and other mechanisms are selected from food certified equipment.

Tanker Truck Loading spouts for food applications food grade spouts stainless steel bulk filling equipment
   

Handheld Control Pendant

Standard loading spouts are controlled by built in electrical control panel. Depending on application requirements, handheld remote control units can be utilized to increase operational efficiency. Wired and wireless remote controls are available upon request.

Handheld remote controlling of bulk loading spouts
   

Communication With Other Systems

Electrical panel of loading spouts can send signals to other automation systems in the plant and can receive signals from them. Operation of loading spout can be controlled from external systems. i.e truck weighing scale can send stop signal when the desired amount of product is filled. And loading spout can give signals and operate related equipment from its own panel. Silo discharge valves, conveyors etc can be ran from loading spout control unit.

Bulk solids loading spout automation system for bulk loading spout
   
 

Weighing System

Loading spouts can be coupled with weighing systems. Weighing hoppers, dosing belt scales, silo weighing systems can be utilized to feed loading spouts. For tanker truck or open truck loading, truck weighing scales can also be used for directly measuring of loaded weight. These systems can send signal to command loading spout to start or stop loading.

Truck weighing scales silo discharge bulk truck loading spouts
   
 

3 or 4 Lifting Cables

Loading spouts can be manufactured with 3 cable or 4 cable configuration. 2 cable design is applicable for standard truck loadings with wide range of bulk materials. 3 or 4 cables are needed for high capacities, long spouts and environments with high side winds. This design increases rigidity of loading spouts and ensures problem-free bulk material loading.

Open truck loading telescopic spout chute lifting wire cables
   
 

Vibration Motor

Vibration motors are used for discharging residues of bulk solids from the inner spout parts. They can be operated during or after loading.

Vibration motor vibrating feeding of bulk tanker with loading spout
   

Spreader

Depending on the flowing properties, bulk materials cannot be completely filled into the tank. For materials which have low flowability, the tanker cannot be filled up to its maximum carrying capacity. Material spreading systems are developed to solve this issue. The spreader is positioned near the outlet spout in loaders for loading to tanks. Rotating paddles distribute the material uniformly inside the tanker allowing entry of a larger quantity of material. Since the filling efficiency of the tanker is increased, the overall transportation cost will decrease.

Tanker loading spout bulk solid powder spreader system of loading spout spout system
   
 

Poliurethane Coated Outlet Cone

Closed type tanker loading spouts incorporate poliurethane coated outlet cone that fit vessel inlet to prevent any dust emission during vehicle loading. Abrasion resistant poliurethane coating provides flexible sealing to prevent dust leakage. Conical shape makes it easy to fit different tanker inlet diameters.

Tanker loading spout discharge spout poliurethane dustproof cone
   
 

Manual Winch Mechanism

For low duty applications, tanker truck and open truck loading spouts are available with manual winch mechanism. In this configuration a handwheel operated winch mechanism is used instead of electrically controlled motor, gearbox and pulley system. Handwheel unit can be installed to any location for easier access.

Manual winch operated hand driven bulk truck loading spout system
   

Loading Spout Positioners

Loading spout positioning systems ensure efficient loading of trucks and railcar wagons. Instead of repositioning vehicle for loading of entire volume, positioning system moves the loading spout when needed. Loading spout is installed below the positioner unit. Remote controlled loading spout positioner moves the spout to the desired location rapidly and accurately. Bulk material transfer is started in very short time, eliminating the time needed for moving the vehicle forward and backwards to be in the precise center of the loading spout. Depending on application requirements, single axis loading spout positioners, double axis loading spout positioners and articulating arm positioners are available.  

Single Axis Loading Spout Positioners

The single axis loading spout positioner has the capability of moving forward and backwards over the vehicle. A single axis linear motion mechanism is used.

 

Double Axis Loading Spout Positioners

The double axis loading spout positioner has the capability of moving longitudinal or a lateral directions over the vehicle. A double axis linear motion mechanism is used.

Double axis single axis positioner for truck loading spouts
   
 

Articulating Arm Loading Spout Positioners

Two screw or airslide conveyors connected by rotating joints are incorporated in articulating arm positioners. Discharged product is transfered within these closed conveyors. At the end of articulated arm conveyor, product is discharged directly into the vehicle through loading spout.

Loading spout articulating arm positioner system airslide conveyor
   
 

Loading Spout Vehicle Access Platform

For opening tanker inlets, guiding loading spouts, maintenance operations and similar tasks above the vehicles, operators should have easy and safe access to loading region. Vehicle access platforms provide safe and fast solution for these tasks. Each application and loading environment has its own structure and arrangement. Vehicle access locations, silo discharge heights, conveyor types are designed with respect to plant needs. Though, loading spout access platforms are custom designed for each application needs.

Bulk truck vehicle access platform for bulk solid loading by spout
   
 

Custom Designed Loading Spouts

In addition to standard series, loading spouts can be custom designed to conform wide range of application needs. For efficient and dust-free loading, loading spout should be designed carefully. Type and physical properties of handled bulk solid, loading capacity, loading environment, installation limitations are key factors that have effect on loading spout design.

custom designed bulk truck loading spouts
   

Machine Safety

Bulk material loading spouts manufactured by Polimak are designed to conform human and environment safety regulations. Being CE certified, all safety measures are taken to prevent work accidents in sack handling systems. Mechanical and electrical locks, alarm systems exist on machinery with respect to work conditions.

Bulk solids loading spout equipment machinery safety regulations
   

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