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This is an introduction to a case where the Brody Disk Mini was used as a countermeasure for blockages at the discharge section of a small hopper. The user was concerned about wear on the inner surface of the hopper, and decided to attach a wear-resistant urethane rubber sheet to the installation area of the equipment at the time of adoption. We believe that this equipment is extremely effective in preventing bridging compared to vibration or impact-type bridge breakers. However, the installation position is very important, so please feel free to consult us. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Overview: Square hopper (3 sides inclined, 1 side vertical) discharge section 50φ ■ Target Material: Welding flux fine powder ■ Special Notes: Concerned about wear on the inner surface of the hopper, a wear-resistant urethane rubber sheet was attached to the installation area of the equipment at the time of adoption. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This is an introduction to a case where a bridge formed in a rice bran hopper was easily resolved. The Broady Disk can be installed simply by making a hole in the hopper wall, with no need for welding. This case involved manual air ON/OFF control, and the problem was solved easily at a very low cost. When considering this, please prepare the characteristics of the material and the hopper diagram, and feel free to contact us. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Overview - Dimensions: 800×800 - Inclination: 45° ■ Material - Name: Rice Bran - Specific Gravity: 0.5 - Temperature: 80° ■ Equipment Control: Manual air ON/OFF 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Here is a case where we received inquiries about unstable discharge from a silo of anhydrous gypsum. In conjunction with scheduled maintenance work, a blow disk was installed, and a controller with four solenoid valves was used to activate eight blow disks in pairs with a time delay. In this case, to increase the frequency of air activation for the four lower disks close to the discharge area, we recommended a setting to activate the air twice in succession. 【Case Overview】 ■ Material: Anhydrous gypsum (also mixed products in other silos) ■ Silo Diameter: 2000Ø ■ Discharge Section: 300A 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disks in our equipment are exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where a bridge occurred when using an existing device with a different material, and the testing of this equipment was requested. After confirming its effectiveness by installing it on the actual machine, it was immediately adopted. Due to urgent production issues, we quickly lent out the Brody disk, installed it, and confirmed its effectiveness by manually turning on the air. The results were excellent, and they have since adopted this Brody disk along with a controller for automatic control. [Case Overview] ■ Target Equipment: FIBC Filling Device ■ Target Material: Aluminum Hydroxide ■ Hopper Dimensions: 1500×2000 ■ Discharge Method: Single-Screw [Key Points of Our Equipment] ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of foreign matter contamination risk, as strength and durability are crucial. Our silicone disk is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is important! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

This is a case study adopted by a foundry manufacturer. It was used to resolve the instability of the screw extraction amount from the hopper caused by the formation and collapse of bridges within the hopper. Three blow disks were installed on two surfaces along the screw, 250mm above the discharge section. A controller, C-SV4, equipped with four solenoid valves, is being used. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: Bentonite, etc. (mixed powder) ■ Hopper Dimensions: Approximately 1000×1300 ■ Discharge Section: Approximately 150×1300 ■ Discharge Device: Screw Feeder 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment has excellent strength and durability. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where a user contacted us to solve the issue of poor powder discharge by installing a paddle-type level gauge and a capacitive level gauge in a small hopper. A capacitive level sensor is installed at approximately one-third of the height from the bottom of the hopper. We recommended and implemented the installation of two Brodie disks mini near the discharge area, avoiding the sensor, and two Brodie disks above that. Afterward, we received feedback that "the bridging has been resolved and everything is running smoothly." 【Overview of Conditions】 ■ Hopper Diameter: Ø500 ■ Discharge Diameter: 100A ■ Material: Calcium Carbonate 【Key Points of Our Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disk of our equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

This is a powder with high fluidity, but due to unstable continuous discharge, we would like to introduce a case where it was used. After providing guidance on the selection and arrangement of the Brody disk model, we received a request to loan this equipment. The test results were deemed favorable, leading to its introduction. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material - Name: Fluorspar - Specific Gravity: Approximately 1.2 - Particle Size: Approximately 30μm (average) ■ Hopper - Diameter: Ø800 - Discharge: 200A 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

When the humidity at the site increases, bridges frequently occur. Here, we would like to introduce a case where measures were taken to address this issue. Two Brody Disk Minis were installed opposite the square hopper, and a controller (C-SV1) with one solenoid valve was used to provide intermittent aeration for both units simultaneously. In general, for fine powders with poor fluidity, the air ON time is often set to around 3-5 seconds. However, in this case, 1-2 seconds yielded good results. 【Case Overview】 ■ Application: Wastewater treatment equipment ■ Target material: Bio-coagulant (similar to wood chips) ■ Hopper: Approximately 250 mm square 【Key Points of Our Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disk of our equipment excels in strength and durability. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Before incurring significant costs, please try the low-cost and easy-to-install "Brodisk"! The powder and bulk material bridging prevention device "Brodisk" easily improves the flow of powder through air injection and the vibration of a rubber disk. Please provide the hopper diagram and details of the contents! We can share individual solutions based on what is commonly referred to as know-how. *Please refer to the PDF download below for the "Flow of Introducing the Powder and Bulk Material Clogging Prevention Device Brodisk." *From the related information below, you can obtain "detailed information" and request "product loans."

This is an introduction to a project commissioned by a machinery equipment manufacturer. We received a consultation regarding a powder hopper that had developed rat holes after being delivered to the user, causing them trouble. After discussing the installation position and control method of the blow disk, we received the order, and the rat holes were resolved after implementation. There are many cases where troubles can be resolved much more easily than the customer's expectations. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Diameter: 800φ ■ Discharge Diameter: 150φ ■ Blow Disk Arrangement: 4 blow disks installed 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our equipment was implemented in a dust silo at a steel mill. Originally, there were many air knockers installed, but rat holes were occurring in the cone section, which led to the company contacting us for a solution. After disclosing information about the hopper diagram and its contents, we provided guidance on the arrangement of the blow disk and operational control plan, and subsequently received an order. After installation, the equipment has been operating without any issues. Our company provides reasonable implementation plans for our equipment tailored to each user's conditions. Please feel free to contact us when placing an order. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Diameter: 2400φ ■ Discharge Diameter: 250φ ■ Design Temperature: 100℃ ■ Target Material: Carbon-based dust (average particle diameter: around 10 microns) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The equipment was adopted in conjunction with the renovation work of the environmental facility. Previously, general aeration was used at the bottom of the fly ash silo, but a bridge began to form, leading to the installation of the standard type of blow disk. After the introduction, the bridging issue was resolved, and this client has continued to use our equipment for repeat orders. Our blow disk has a proven track record even in high-temperature fly ash storage, so you can use it with confidence. Please feel free to contact us when needed. 【Case Overview】 ■ Subject: Fly Ash ■ Silo Diameter: φ3000 ■ Arrangement: All units installed at the same height just above the discharge section (rare case) ■ Others: Heater heating included * For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We received contact from a customer stating, "Bridging occurs due to the lot of raw materials, and we would prefer not to use knockers considering the damage to the hopper." After detailed discussions, we have resolved the bridging issue with your adoption of our solution. This equipment prevents bridging through the vibration of the silicone discs and air injection onto the inner surface of the hopper. Therefore, it does not cause any damage to the hopper. Please contact us for details regarding the configuration. This equipment is easy to install and cost-effective, but the layout is important. Feel free to reach out. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: PP Pellets ■ Hopper Diameter: φ350 ■ Discharge Diameter: φ70 ■ Model & Configuration: Two BroaDisc Mini discs with a diameter of 50mm installed at varying heights, totaling four discs ■ Our Scope: Delivery of BroaDisc Mini and controller *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We received a consultation from a certain pharmaceutical company regarding the occurrence of bridging in the pharmaceutical raw material hopper, and they would like to address this issue with aeration using our equipment. After disclosing the hopper drawings and powder properties, we provided an example of the equipment layout. The customer conducted tests using our standard model (with product loaned) and confirmed its effectiveness. Subsequently, there were requests for special specifications, and after detailed discussions, we finalized the specifications and proceeded with production and delivery. Our company also accepts inquiries for special specifications, including various materials. Please feel free to consult us. 【Installation Overview】 ■ Target Material: Pharmaceutical Raw Material ■ Hopper Diameter: φ400 ■ Discharge Diameter: 3S ■ Number of Units: 3 Brody Disk Minis installed in 2 tiers (total of 6 units) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We received contact from a customer using other bridge breakers as a countermeasure for the lime silo bridge. After starting operation, the rubber disk-type aerator in use was damaged within a short period, and even after replacement, it failed again in a similar short time. Therefore, the customer consulted us about wanting to use our blow disk. The material used for the elastic disk of the blow disk is a very special silicone rubber, which is significantly more durable compared to general silicone. Additionally, the thickness and shape of the disk have been determined with durability in mind. We provided the customer with detailed information including this, and they adopted our equipment, later evaluating that no troubles like those experienced previously have occurred. 【Product Specifications】 ■ Blow Disk BD-15S-B 8 pieces *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

When storing powder coating in the hopper of a dust collector, bridging occurs during discharge, so we adopted a blow disc as a countermeasure. The results were good, and the bridging phenomenon was immediately resolved. In this case, we used a material for the elastic disc that was changed from the standard product (special silicone) to EPDM. We consult on special specifications, including this elastic disc material, as needed. Please feel free to contact us. We also welcome inquiries regarding layout and model selection. 【Case Summary】 ■ Hopper dimensions: approximately 1000×2000 ■ Discharge section dimensions: approximately 200×800 ■ Discharge method: screw conveyor ■ Equipment flow: dust collector → screw conveyor → vibrating screen ■ Equipment arrangement: 3 units installed on each of the 2 sides along the screw conveyor, and 1 unit installed on each of the remaining 2 sides (total of 8 units) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This is a case where we received a call stating that a bridge is occurring in the tank of the air transport device. After hearing about various conditions, we determined that there was no significant risk and proceeded to inform them of the model selection and layout. However, the customer expressed that they "do not want to repeat the same mistakes as before with the actual machine," so they decided to observe the effects of our equipment using their own 1000mm hopper. We lent them four units of our equipment (blow disk) necessary for this, and after testing, the results were very favorable, leading to immediate adoption in the actual machine. [Case Overview] ■ Target Equipment: Air Transport Equipment ■ Target Powder: Electric Furnace Dust (with some moisture, around 10 microns) ■ Tank Diameter: 1500mm ■ Equipment Layout: Four blow disks installed in two tiers at different heights (total of 8) ■ Equipment Operation: The blow disks are turned on in pairs with a time delay using a controller that incorporates four solenoid valves. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We received contact from a customer who has experience using our Broa Disk. They experienced a bridge in the hopper for fine flour, so they installed two of their available Mini Broa Disks. While there was some effect, it did not completely resolve the issue, and they inquired about the possibility of adding a few more units. They requested a loan of the additional units. It was noted that two units were already installed near the discharge area (which is an ideal position), and based on the situation during testing, we determined that it would be best to install four units directly above the existing ones and sent the necessary quantity. The customer conducted a test, and the results were favorable, leading to their adoption of the solution. [Case Summary] ■ Subject: Flour... finer than usual (similar to matcha) ■ Hopper: Diameter 350φ / Discharge 3S *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

There have been ongoing issues with bridging in equipment for major beverage manufacturers, and we received inquiries from businesses engaged in the design and manufacturing of machinery. First, after reviewing the drawings of the target hopper, we proceeded with 1) guidance on the model and layout, 2) lending equipment samples, and 3) obtaining approval from the end user (the beverage manufacturer), leading to our adoption. After delivery, this equipment has received very positive feedback, resulting in numerous repeat adoptions. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: Green Tea Powder ■ Target Hopper: Suction Hopper ■ Hopper Diameter: φ600 ■ Discharge Diameter: 2S 【Key Points of Our Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is crucial in terms of the risk of foreign material contamination, so strength and durability are very important. The silicone disk in our equipment excels in strength and durability. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is important! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We received contact from a customer who wants to address the issue of poor flowability in the supply hopper for high moisture content activated carbon, which is preventing accurate dosing. Additionally, they expressed a desire to conduct tests using a small hopper first, as going straight to full-scale implementation carries high risks. We lent them two blow discs (standard type: BD-15) suitable for this hopper, and the user conducted tests, which yielded good results, leading to their adoption in the actual equipment. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: Activated Carbon (High Moisture Content) ■ Hopper Dimensions: 1000×1200 ■ Discharge Section Dimensions: 250×1200 ■ Discharge Method: Single-Screw 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disc (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disc in this equipment excels in strength and durability. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We received an inquiry from a food company stating, "Coffee grounds are clogging in the shoot section. I believe it can be handled with a knocker, but since there are houses nearby, we would like to avoid using the knocker due to noise concerns." In this case, we first installed one unit for testing and verified its effectiveness at a lower air pressure than the typical usage pressure, while also checking the noise level in that situation. Subsequently, we proceeded to install multiple blow discs. For those who are new to this, you may have questions or concerns regarding this equipment. In addition to explanations via phone or email, we can also provide product loans, so please feel free to contact us. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: Coffee Grounds 　　　　(Wet condition, size up to approximately 2mm) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This is an introduction to an example of measures taken to address clogging in the material supply chute of an injection molding machine. We received a request to lend a Brody Disk Mini, which was installed and tested by the customer. The issue was resolved in one attempt, and they have since adopted it. In addition to lending products, our company also provides advice on layout and control. Please feel free to consult with us. 【Overview】 ■ Chute dimensions: Φ150→Φ80 ■ Material: Wax + metal powder (tends to form clumps when squeezed by hand) ■ Trouble situation: - No issues when the supply amount is low - Once a clog occurs due to increased supply, it does not improve 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, as well as the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. You will understand this once you use it! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This is a case where a brody disk was installed as a measure against residual grains in the corners of the hopper and the adhesion of bran to the hopper walls. The customer considered introducing this equipment, stating that "while the residual rice can be addressed with hammering, it damages the hopper's surface, and measures against bran adhesion must also be considered." Initially, they requested to confirm the actual equipment, so we sent a sample of the equipment and then discussed its placement before proceeding with the introduction. 【Overview】 ■ Hopper Size: 1000×1000 ■ Discharge Outlet Size: 150×150 ■ Target Material: White rice (bran adhering to the inner surface of the hopper) 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

This is an introduction to an example of installing this equipment related to the reuse of plastic film. The customer had installed an agitator inside the hopper to prevent bridging. However, outside of this area, crushed material was left adhering, so the introduction of a blow disk resolved the issue. Our company provides guidance on specific arrangements and control examples of blow disks, taking into account the diverse conditions of each user. Please feel free to consult with us. 【Overview】 ■ Hopper: 600×500 (3-sided incline) ■ Target material: Film crushed products, approximately 2-3mm to powder ■ Situation: Powder accumulation on the inclined surface ■ Countermeasure: Avoiding the agitator on the accumulation surface (3 sides) and installing a blow disk (standard type) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This is an introduction to an example of adopting a Brody disk as a countermeasure for rubber buff powder (powder from shaved rubber) bridges. Upon reviewing the sample, it was found to be relatively dry; however, it can become quite troublesome due to humidity on rainy days. After consulting with the customer, we decided to install one standard Brody disk on each side, totaling four disks, and to activate the air for each one at a relatively high air pressure. The results were, of course, favorable. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Overview: 600×600 (Discharge Section: 100×100) ■ Product Specifications - Brody Disk "BD-15S-B": 4 units - Controller "C-SV4": 1 unit *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a project that was adopted by an engineering company. The customer consulted us, saying, "We would like to place a Brody disk in the upper silo of the circle feeder." We provided recommendations for the model, quantity, and layout, which they adopted. The layout (installation position) is important. Please do not hesitate to contact us. 【Case Overview】 ■ Silo Diameter: Approximately 3000mm ■ Discharge Diameter: Approximately 1800mm ■ Material: Calcium Carbonate ■ Layout: 16 standard Brody disks installed in two tiers with varying heights ■ Product Specifications: 16 Brody disks "BD-15S-B" 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially regarding the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disks of this equipment are exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller ready. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This silo has been in operation for quite some time, but we have recently received inquiries from you regarding an increased frequency of bridge phenomena. The material in question is quicklime. We have extensive experience with this, and we have informed you that there are no significant risks, as well as provided guidance on the ideal configuration and control methods before you adopted our recommendations. The air transport was implemented using a device flow consisting of a slide gate at the silo discharge section, followed by a butterfly valve, a rotary valve, and a blower. [Case Overview] ■ Silo Diameter: φ2400 ■ Silo Discharge Section: φ300 ■ Equipment Configuration: A total of 8 blow discs installed in two tiers at the top of the silo discharge section. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where a bridge occurs in the dust collector hopper, which led to your adoption of our solution. The system continuously discharges, and the basic setup involves installing a total of four units, one on each side just above the discharge area. However, in this case, we have observed that "there is always a significant amount of residual material in the four corners, which can suddenly drop and increase the risk of bridging." Therefore, we have prioritized the arrangement to address this issue. Our company provides assistance with specific layout planning. Although it involves air injection, the installation location is crucial. Please feel free to contact us. [Overview] ■ Hopper dimensions: Approximately 2000×2400 ■ Discharge area dimensions: 200×200 ■ Material: Gypsum dust ■ Brodie disk arrangement - One unit on each side just above the discharge area - Additionally, one unit on each side, positioned towards the corners above, for a total of 8 units installed *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our equipment was adopted in a factory that fills powdered food products. It seems that there are many types of powders, but we received inquiries regarding particularly poor flowability of powdered tea, which leads to troubles. While the main body of the auger filling machine does not create bridges due to the stirring blades, it appears that blockages frequently occur in the chute section between the expanded hopper at the top and the filling machine. After reviewing the drawings and discussing the situation, we thought that installing one Brody Disk Mini could resolve the issue, so we lent it to the customer for testing. [Case Overview] ■ Target materials: Matcha, and others (particle size: 100μm to several μm) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case that was used at a regular coffee manufacturing facility. When coffee powder was placed in a container tank for coffee beans, we received inquiries about difficulties in discharging the product. After reviewing the target material (coffee powder) and the container drawings, we assisted in selecting the appropriate model of the Brody Disk and planning its layout, which led to its adoption. The results were very favorable, and the user was satisfied. [Case Overview] ■ Background: When repurposing the container, discharge issues occurred (coffee beans → coffee powder) ■ Container Overview ・ Size: 1000×1000 ・ Discharge: 200×200 ・ Inclination: 30° *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

As a countermeasure for the "rat hole" that occurs in the raw material hopper of air transport equipment, we would like to introduce a case where our device was used. In this case, the user requested a test at the same time as the inquiry, so we prepared and sent (loaned) the necessary quantity of blow discs. The user quickly conducted the test evaluation, and the results were very favorable, leading to their adoption of the device. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper: Approximately 800×800, 3-sided incline ■ Target Material - Name: Unknown - Average Particle Diameter: Approximately 100μm (Microtrack) - Bulk Density: Loose 1.6, Dense 2.4 (Powder Tester) - Angle of Repose: 50° (Powder Tester) 【Key Points of Our Device】 ■ The elastic disc (silicone) is very important in terms of foreign matter contamination risk, as strength and durability are crucial. The silicone disc of our device excels in strength and durability. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is important! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we received inquiries about discharge troubles with a square hopper for crushed material. We confirmed the sample of the target material that you sent in small quantities. Based on our experience, we communicated that there were no significant concerns, and since it was a square hopper, we suggested installing one on each side, after which it was implemented. The troubles were resolved immediately. Thank you for your adoption. 【Case Overview】 ■ Target Material: Crushed material of 50μm film (approximately 3-5mm) ■ Situation (1) Crushed material was compressed and bridged (2) Material only fell directly downward from the discharge area, forming a rat hole ■ Hopper: 500×500 (manufactured by MATSUI, TA95) 【Key Points of Our Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of the risk of foreign material contamination, as well as strength and durability. The silicone disk of our equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller prepared. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Here is a case study of a major chemical company that adopted our solution. Despite the hopper's apex angle being approximately 30° (with an inclination of about 75° from the horizontal plane), they consulted us due to difficulties in discharge. Using a hopper that the customer had (not an actual machine), we conducted tests with our loaned equipment, and after subsequent discussions, they adopted our BroaDisk. After the adoption, the discharge issues were resolved, and it has been operating smoothly. 【Case Overview】 ■ Material: Chemical product flakes (approximately 10mm, easily breakable flakes) ■ Hopper ・Diameter: φ1800 ・Discharge diameter: 200A ■ Equipment arrangement: A total of 12 units installed in 4 tiers, with 3 units placed every 120° on the same circumference. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a project requested by a client in the silo canning business. The end user expressed a desire to install our BroaDisk, and we received an inquiry from the silo contractor. It seemed that this representative had no experience with aeration or bridge breakers at all, so we decided to convey the basic concepts and considerations for this case before proceeding with the order. 【Case Overview】 ■ Activated Carbon Silo ・Diameter: φ2000 ・Capacity: 5m3 ・Equipment Configuration: 4 units × 2 tiers (Total 8 units) ■ Hydrated Lime Silo ・Diameter: φ3000 ・Capacity: 50m3 ・Equipment Configuration: 4 units × 3 tiers (Total 12 units) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

In this case, the hopper temporarily reaches high temperatures, so the customer originally used an air knocker. However, due to certain conditions, rat holes began to occur, leading to the adoption of our blow disk, which has a silicone air discharge section that can withstand high temperatures. The rat holes were immediately resolved, and although a certain period has passed since the start of use, there has not been any significant deterioration of the rubber due to high temperatures. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper Diameter: φ400 ■ Discharge Diameter: φ80 ■ Material: Wood powder (moisture content 15-20%) ■ Temperature: 180℃ ■ Model/Configuration: Two blow disk minis arranged in two tiers (the upper and lower tiers are positioned 90° apart) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The customer contacted us requesting to borrow a "Broady Disk Mini" because the crushed material was getting stuck in the hopper. Since the hopper in question was a small rectangular hopper, we prepared and sent four units of the Broady Disk Mini "BD-08S type" for the customer to try out. There was a viewing window on one side of the hopper, so after installing one Broady Disk Mini on each of the two opposing sides of the remaining three sides and testing it, it was concluded that while there was an effect, it would be even better to install one on the last side as well. As a result, a total of three units were adopted, and the outcome was very favorable. 【Case Summary】 ■ Subject: Olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer crushed material (2mm to powder) ■ Hopper: Approximately 200×300 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce an inquiry we received from a customer stating, "We would like to install a blow disk in conjunction with the modification of the discharge section of the existing silo." The silo has a diameter of φ2000, and a vibro activator was used for discharge. However, due to certain circumstances, the customer requested to remove this discharge device and place our blow disk above it. Since the discharge diameter is φ1000 and the circumference is large, it was decided to install 8 blow disks (in practice, 4 disks will be placed in two tiers with slightly different heights). 【Case Overview】 ■ Name: Iron Oxide ■ Bulk Density: 1.2 ■ Angle of Repose: 50° ■ Adhesiveness: Yes 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign material contamination. Our silicone disks are exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use them, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. We also have a dedicated controller ready. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

As a countermeasure for bridging in a small hopper, we received a request from the customer to borrow equipment for testing. Upon reviewing the hopper diagram, we determined that four Brody Disk Minis would be appropriate. However, when the Brody Disk Minis are installed on a flat surface (in this case, it is a corner hopper and installed flat), a high-pitched sound occurs. We informed them that if the air ON time is short, it would not be too bothersome, and proceeded with the test. The results were favorable, and they decided to introduce the Brody Disk Minis along with the controller. [Case Overview] ■ Subject: Heavy calcium carbonate (Product name: Micron Cal) ■ Hopper: 300×300 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Due to the contents getting stuck in the reducer at the bottom of the grinding product tank of the grain grinding device, we would like to introduce a case that was adopted. After an inquiry from the customer, there was a request to see the actual product, so we installed the standard Broady Disk model "BD-15" on a resin plate that simulated the hopper wall and lent it out. The client connected air to it, and although it was just the Broady Disk alone, they confirmed the air injection and the vibration of the elastic disk. They commented, especially regarding the vibration, "It's beyond our expectations! It seems we can achieve sufficient effect!" After that, discussions were held regarding the arrangement and control of the Broady Disk, leading to its adoption. [Case Overview] ■ Material: Soybean grinding product ■ Installed reducer dimensions: Approximately φ600 → φ150 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our bridge breaker "Brodisk" was utilized in the development department of a chemical manufacturer. There were many types of powders used, and about half of them experienced flow issues from the hopper, leading to problems such as rat-hole formation even after stirring with a rod. Additionally, the hopper was deformed due to hammering, and our device was adopted in line with the hopper's refurbishment. Although it is used manually (with manual air ON/OFF), we have received high praise for the significant improvement compared to before. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper dimensions: 600×600 ■ Discharge dimensions: 100A ■ Powder particle size: approximately 10 to 100 microns ■ Powder bulk density: 0.2 to 0.6 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where the issue of maintaining quantitative supply was resolved by installing this equipment due to the bridging occurring in the hopper of the quantitative feeder (screw feeder). Five BroaDisk "BD-15S-B" units and one controller "C-SV4" were installed. Although the fourth solenoid valve was not used this time, it can be utilized in the future if additional BroaDisks are installed. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper: 1200×1500, 3 inclined surfaces (1 vertical) ■ Arrangement - 2 units on each of the 2 surfaces along the screw - 1 unit on the remaining inclined surface - A total of 5 units installed ■ Target materials: Lime powder, cement, etc. 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability, especially considering the risk of foreign material contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what should be done. A dedicated controller is also available. * For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Here is a case study of our adoption by a chemical manufacturer. "We experienced significant adhesion of flake-like material on the interior surface of the hopper, and despite installing numerous buff finishes and knockers, it was unsuccessful," they contacted us. The customer's requests were twofold: to borrow the equipment for effectiveness verification and to provide sample pieces for evaluating the resistance of the equipment's elastic disk (silicone disk). We responded promptly to the above requests, and after the customer conducted confirmation tests, they determined it to be effective and adopted our solution. [Case Overview] - Hopper Diameter: φ800 - Discharge Diameter: φ300 - Target Material: Chemical products, flake ground products, approximately 50-200μm *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The incineration ash is said to form a rat hole shape in the dust collector hopper, so we would like to introduce a case where our bridge breaker "Brodisk" was adopted as a countermeasure. The arrangement of the Brodisk consists of three units on one side, with a total of 11 units installed, as only one of the four sides has an LS. In this case, the following details were used to resolve the issue. 【Usage Overview】 ■ Hopper dimensions: Approximately 2000×2000 ■ Target material: Incineration ash (quicklime) ■ Existing countermeasure: Air injection in the discharge direction (ineffective against rat holes) ■ Control - The Brodisk is activated sequentially with a time delay, with two units (only one at one location) controlled by a controller that incorporates six solenoid valves. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

At the chemical manufacturer's plant, the dewatered cake is stored in a hopper before being supplied to the drying equipment. However, a rat hole forms in this hopper, which is why they adopted our bridge breaker. After reviewing the hopper drawings and samples, we provided examples of the equipment layout and control. For the layout, we proposed a total of 7 Brody disks (standard type): 3 disks on the central inclined surface of the three surfaces, and 2 disks each on the remaining two adjacent surfaces. Since the user wanted to test the equipment, we lent them these 7 disks, and they confirmed the effectiveness through manual air injection. The test results were favorable, and they have since adopted the equipment along with a controller for automatic control. [Case Summary] ■ Target: Unknown name (although it is a dewatered cake, it appears powdery) ■ Hopper Overview: Approximately 2000×1200 with three inclined surfaces (one surface is vertical) ■ Discharge: Dual-axis feeder *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The equipment was used because the material was accumulating on the gentler slope of the eccentric hopper. The elastic disk (silicone disk) of this equipment boasts extremely high durability compared to general silicone rubber. It also complies with food sanitation laws, and related documents can be submitted. Please let us know if you need them. 【Case Overview】 ■ Hopper ・Diameter: φ500 ・Discharge diameter: φ150 ・Slope: 45° (the gentlest part) ■ Target Material: Grain powder ■ Broady Disk Arrangement ・Three standard broady disks are installed mainly at the gentler slope. 【Key Points of This Equipment】 ■ The elastic disk (silicone) is very important in terms of strength and durability due to the risk of foreign matter contamination. The silicone disk of this equipment is exceptionally strong and durable. Once you use it, you will understand! ■ Control (how to aerate?) is crucial! We provide guidance on what to do. A dedicated controller is also available. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.