Air Knife Tunnel and Enclosure

Our SMART air knife tunnels & enclosures offer a complete, automated solution for high-efficiency blow-off and drying. Learn more now!

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SMART Air Knife Tunnel and Blower Enclosure

Advanced drying systems for bottles, cans, and more

The Sonic SMART Air Knife Tunnel offers 100% flexibility. This SMART Tunnel Dryer is designed as a modular system, featuring a convenient bolt-on design that allows for seamless additions or modifications to the air knife configuration. This scalability enables the accommodation of future changes in product size or increased production line speeds, ensuring long-term adaptability and efficiency.

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Modular Air Knife Tunnel Solutions for High-Speed Production Lines

The Sonic air blower and air knife system integrated with the SMART Air Knife Tunnel and Blower Enclosure is an advanced drying solution designed to efficiently remove moisture from bottles and cans before processes such as inspection, coding, labeling, or packaging. This bottle and can drying system accommodates production speeds ranging from 100 to 1,500 products per minute. It offers a scalable, efficient, and adaptable solution for drying applications in the beverage and packaging industries.

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Features

Standard stainless steel modules bolt together for 24" (610mm), 48" (1,219mm), 72" (1,829mm), and 96" (2,438mm).
Easily expandable (length or sound dampening) for future products or higher line speeds
Standard sound reductions of 7-10 dbA and <80 dbA option available
Optional 3-axis air knife brackets with index markings allow quick and repeatable settings for consistent drying of a full range of product sizes
Sealed drip pans for complete water containment
Aerodynamic tunnel design prevents rewetting cans or bottles.
Minimal walkway clearance required with easy lift off, lightweight access panels
No hinges or latches to break or bind
Complete with piping and hose kits for your Sonic blower
No conveyor drilling or modifications, except side rail cutouts
Blower enclosure mounted remote from tunnel for easy installation and ground-level blower/filter access
No hoists or cranes required for tunnel installation
The majority of the tunnel installation can be done while the existing conveyor is running.
Guaranteed drying & sound reduction
Designed SMART Air Knife Tunnels for mass conveying or dry product blow-off, complete with vacuum dust collection

Benefits

Modular and Scalable Design: With its bolt-together stainless steel modules, the system can be easily expanded or adjusted to fit your production needs. This flexibility makes it a cost-effective choice for growing operations.
Noise Reduction for a Safer Workplace: SMART's sound-reducing design minimizes noise levels by 7-10 dBA, with additional options to bring it below 80 dBA. This helps create a safer and more comfortable environment for your team.
Effective Moisture Control: The sealed drip pans in the modular Air Knife Tunnel contain and manage water runoff, preventing rewetting and keeping your workspace dry. This design supports better hygiene and prevents water-related product damage.

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