The aim of this document is to describe the relationship between the properties of bulk materials and their suitability for pneumatic handling
storage in silos
further special characteristics are essential for optimum determination of the installations
The elements to be distinguished for storage of bulk materials are as follows :
582 "General characteristics of bulk materials with regard to their classification and to their symbolization"
FEM 2.461 - Guarantee Terms for Pneumatic Handling Installations Language version:DE The aim of this documentTopics covered: Feeding of the installation, Determination of the volume and power characteristics, Tests preliminary to an order, Power input on the driving shaft, Wear of the equipment, Changes in the properties of the handled material, Volume of air and size of the pipings, Emission of dust, loss of material and contamination, Sound level, and Tolerance allowed on performance data.