Learn about air amplification technologies used in blow-off and cooling applications in this episode of The Automation Podcast
For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 60 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Les Rapchak for taking the time to review the many air amplification technologies used today in automated systems.
Topic List:
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- 02:12 What is Air Amplification
- 04:53 Compressed air vs blowers
- 08:12 Replacing crimped pipes/tubes
- 11:19 Air Nozzles
- 17:04 Air Jets
- 21:47 Air Edgers
- 26:07 Manifold Systems
- 27:21 Air Amplifiers/Air Movers
- 39:50 Air Knives
- 51:25 Air Blade Ionizers
- 54:45 Ion Blaster Beam
- 56:24 Ring Blade Air Wipe
To find out more:
Nex Flow Air Products Corp.
Servicing the world with locations in north America, Europe and SE Asia plus agents and distributors around the globe
Website: https://nexflow.com
Les Rapchak, President
Email: lesr “at” nexflow.com
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