Speedwell Hopper – For optimal product outflow of difficult-flowin bulk goods

The hopper is a crucial part to the performance of your silo

When storing dry bulk goods, reliable product outflow is essential for an efficient production process. No matter how well a silo is designed, problems will inevitably arise sooner or later if the hopper does not match the flow characteristics of the stored product. Bridging, product residue, and irregular flow lead to downtime, extra maintenance, and production losses. The Speedwell hopper for optimal outflow characteristics has been specifically developed to prevent these challenges. Thanks to its unique round shape, steep hopper angles, and an optimized mass flow design, the Speedwell hopper ensures a constant and reliable outflow of even difficult flowing bulk goods.

For easily flowing products, a standard hopper is often sufficient. However, for products such as flour, bran, minerals, and other difficult flowing powders, a different approach is needed. That is why TSC developed the Speedwell.

Developed for reliable mass flow

The Speedwell is specifically designed for products where a constant and controlled product outflow is essential. The combination of a round shape, steep hopper angles of up to 75°, and a smart construction creates an optimal mass flow.

With mass flow, the entire product is set in motion as soon as the outlet is opened. As a result, no material remains behind against the walls and no stagnant product zones are created.

This brings significant advantages:

• Reduced risk of bridging and blockages
• Hardly any product residue in the silo
• Constant product supply to the subsequent process
• Less cleaning and maintenance
• Better product quality and hygiene

In short, no uncontrolled interruptions, but a predictable and reliable process.

Why a round shaped hopper?

The round shaped geometry makes it possible to achieve much steeper angles than with traditional square hoppers. Moreover, less heavy stiffening is required to achieve the same strength. This results in a structure that is simultaneously lighter and stronger.

For larger silos, this often results in an economically attractive design without compromising on performance.

Hopper design tailored to your product

No two bulk goods behave the same. The flow of flour, for example, differs significantly from bran or minerals. Therefore, the Speedwell hopper is not a standard product, but each hopper is tailored to:

• the flow characteristics of the product
• the connecting process equipment
• the specific customer requirements regarding options
• the desired capacity of the silo

This always creates the most suitable solution for your process.

Also suitable for vibrobottoms

For some products, additional support is desirable. Thanks to the construction of the Speedwell, it can be perfectly combined with vibro bottoms when the application requires it. This ensures reliable product outflow, even under challenging conditions.

With the Speedwell hopper, you choose a solution specifically developed for difficult-to-flow bulk goods. The combination of a round shape, steep angles of up to 75°, a lightweight yet strong design, and optimal mass flow ensures that your process continues to run as intended: without blockages, without product residue, and with maximum reliability.

Less downtime, more process certainty

A good hopper is much more than the transition between storage and the rest of the process. It is a crucial component that determines how reliably your complete storage and dosing system functions.

Would you like to know if the Speedwell hopper with optimal product outflow characteristics is suitable for your process? Our team would be happy to advise you on the most suitable hopper for your specific application.

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