SubscribeAn effective alternative to the conventional sponge roller table for drying potatoes after washing are AirKnives from Air Control Industries.
Blower powered AirKnives provide a continuous air film across the full width of the conveyor.
This ensures 100% exposure of travelling potatoes to the air flow. A major benefit of using AirKnives is the minimizing of the risk of cross contamination resulting from bacteria that might be carried by sponge rollers.
This is particularly advantageous where potatoes will not be pealed or further processed.
The volume and velocity of air flow can be tailored to meet specific line requirements, according to conveyor speed and volume of throughput. This can be achieved by blower size specification, the number of AirKnives installed or a combination of both.
Capacities range up to 2000m3/hr (1200CFM) at pressures of 250Mbar (100in.SWG). Blowers can be installed in acoustic enclosures to reduce operating noise levels.
