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Airmatic to Showcase Workmaster Products at NGFA 2017 CEC

Headquartered in Malvern, PA, Airmatic Inc. is a woman-owned, industrial distributor that was founded in 1944. In support of its customers, Airmatic Inc. participates in trade association events including the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) 2017 Country Elevator Conference (CEC), which will be held for the first time in Louisville, Kentucky, on December 3-5, 2017. Airmatic will be showcasing the Workmaster® line of hopper car and bulk trailer unloading products in the event’s trade show. Workmaster® provides railcar gate openers and trailer trap openers that eliminate the low productivity and safety issues associated with unloading sites. The company offers a comprehensive range of openers intended for hopper bottom railcars and trailers ranging from wheel-cart to hand-portable to stationary openers that come in manual, electric, or pneumatic power options. The nonprofit NGFA promotes the interest of grain- and feed-affiliated commercial businesses with its member firms handling over 70 percent of the entire US grains and oilseeds used in local and export markets. The 2017 CEC will feature noted speakers and interactive breakout sessions with topics such as merchandising, operations, and marketing, as well as its trade show, which includes more than 100 registered vendors. Individuals interested in learning more about the NGFA or Airmatic's unloading site product offering can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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The NPCA Plant Certification Program

Since its establishment in 1944, Airmatic Inc has provided industrial products and services to manufacturing, construction and public utility organizations. Operating from Malvern, PA, Airmatic Inc is a member of the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA), which has represented producers and suppliers of precast concrete products since 1965. As part of its ongoing efforts to foster improvement within the precast concrete sector, the NPCA operates its Plant Certification program. Developed to meet the accreditation standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), which provides an assessment system related to conformity and standards throughout the United States, the Plant Certification program helps plant operators demonstrate their existing qualities while making key improvements in several areas. Beyond ensuring consistently high standards across the industry, the Plant Certification program creates a level playing field throughout the sector, ensuring competition that leads to innovation and superior services. Further, the certification helps plants stand out from others, thus increasing the possibility of securing large contracts while enhancing the certification holder’s reputation within the precast industry. Individuals interested in learning more about the NPCA Plant Certification Program or Airmatic can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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The American Foundry Society's Women in Metalcasting

Operating under the motto of “Helping Producers Excel,” Airmatic, Inc., provides industry-leading bulk-solids handling equipment and services to commercial and government organizations spanning the utilities, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Located in Malvern, PA, Airmatic, Inc., is a woman-owned business and member of the American Foundry Society (AFS), which educates and advocates for members of the metalcasting industry. As part of its ongoing commitment to the industry, the AFS oversees a range of special interest groups, including Women in Metalcasting. Created to facilitate networking, collaboration, and mentorship for women in the metalcasting sector, the group creates educational programming, in collaboration with CastExpo and the Metalcasting Congress, to raise awareness of the issue of workplace diversity and advocate for female advancement into metalcasting leadership roles. Beyond this, Women in Metalcasting offers members access to CastingConnection, a social network created by the AFS to help its members share knowledge and create new opportunities. The group also hosts regular webinars related to the work of women in the sector which feature contributions from leading industry voices. Individuals interested in learning more about the AFS or Airmatic can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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The PTDA’s Core Values and Beliefs

A woman-owned company that has been providing bulk materials handling products to companies since 1944, Malvern, PA-based Airmatic Inc., partners with a number of core suppliers to ensure the best products are offered to its customers. Further, Airmatic Inc., is a member of the Power Transmission Distributor Association (PTDA), which provides resources to members and advocates on behalf of the power transmission industry. The PTDA operates based on three core values. 1. Collaboration and Commitment. Members of the PTDA work harmoniously for the good of the industry as a whole. By sharing individual knowledge with the collective, improvements are made to the industry that could not be achieved by working in isolation. 2. Community. The PTDA offers a welcoming community to all members by actively fostering relationship development and knowledge sharing. It holds networking events and advocates for the fair treatment of all members. Further, it is committed to serving the educational needs of all members by providing resources relevant to their industries. 3. Excellence and Stewardship. The group makes informed decisions based on the technical expertise and leadership experience of its members. All decisions are made with integrity and transparency in mind, with the PTDA maintaining its duty of meeting the highest standards of professional and legal ethics. Airmatic is an active member in a number of trade associations because they act as a watchdog for the wellbeing of the industries we serve. Individuals interested in learning more about Airmatic can call the company at 800.332.9770 or email: infocenter@airmatic.com.

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Grants Available for Women-Owned Businesses

Focused on providing clients with access to industrial equipment and maintenance services from its base in Malvern, PA, Airmatic Inc., works with clients in diverse industries including concrete construction and grain storage. Founded in 1944, Airmatic Inc., is a woman-owned business that has established itself as an industry leader. Females face a number of financing challenges when starting businesses. According to an article written by Jared Hecht, the CEO of Fundera, woman-owned businesses only received 4.4 percent of the small business loan dollars doled out in 2015. Fortunately, there are options available to female entrepreneurs to help redress this imbalance. 1. InnovateHER Challenge. Operated by the United States Small Business Administration, this is a competition in which finalists receive cash prizes, ranging from $10,000 to $40,000. Participants must first win a local InnovateHER event, which are held all over the country, to gain entry into the semi-finals of the challenge. 2. The Eileen Fisher Women-Owned Business Grant Program. Open to businesses that are 51 percent woman-owned and led, this grant program awards up to 10 businesses with $100,000 grants each year. To be eligible, businesses also need to place innovation, sustainability, and social consciousness at the core of their business practices. 3. The Amber Grant Foundation. Each month, this foundation awards a $500 grant to a woman-owned business selected by its judges. Further, it offers an additional grant of $2,000 to one of these monthly winners each year.

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Airmatic Hosts a Martin Foundations Seminar

An industrial products and equipment distributor based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Airmatic Inc., offers companies a range of services, including the ability to improve the transport and storage of bulk solids. In June 2016, Airmatic Inc. hosted a special seminar based on the Martin Engineering book Foundations at its facility in Malvern. The book offers an in-depth examination of the various techniques that can be used to improve the performance levels of conveyor belts. It offers over 600 pictures, in addition to a host of useful calculations, tables, and sample problems. Named The Practical Resource for Cleaner, Safer, More Productive Dust and Material Control, the seminar was intended to help leaders from different companies learn more about the new practices involved with reducing, or completely eradicating, issues associated with handling materials in conveyor belt operations. The workshop also highlighted some important industry advancements. The event was overseen by Jerad Heitzler, who is both the Martin Foundations’ department manager and a member of the National Speakers Association. Individuals interested in learning more about the seminars hosted by Airmatic Inc or about holding a Foundations Seminar at their facility can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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Automatic Lubrication System Makes Manual Lubrication Obsolete

It has been over 70 years since Airmatic Inc. opened its doors to industrial companies in need of products and services used in the storage, conveying, processing, and transport of bulk solid materials. At the request of a New England feed mill, Airmatic Inc. conducted an ROI investigation into the benefits of using automatic lubrication systems as opposed to manual lubrication systems of critical production equipment. Using a bucket elevator with two support bearings for its head pulley, the feed mill lifts different kinds of grain products off the ground up to 40 feet to the top of its silo storage system. The grain is then separated into different silos and mixed for species-specific animal feed. Due to the amount of grain lifted on a daily basis, lubricating the elevator's pulley bearings to keep them running smoothly is an important part of operation. The problem in this case revolved around the frequency and manpower needed for manual lubrication of the bearings; at the New England feed mill, it had to be done every two weeks by a maintenance worker. The worker had to climb the silo using a safety harness and a 40-foot ladder. The worker then hand-pumped the pulleys with grease for lubrication. The system was considered to be dangerous and inefficient because it demanded more than an hour of maintenance labor, and required precise timing and attention to detail. Failing to lubricate or over-lubricating the bearings leads to production loss and possible damage, not to mention the possible injuries the worker may incur. To solve the problem, two ATS ELECTRO-LUBE’s ULTIMATE LUBER™ Automatic Lubricators were installed – one for each bearing. With the new lubricators in place, the bearings were constantly lubricated for up to 6 months, while receiving positive pressure lubrication over the bearing points. With its transparent design and LED indicators, workers can check the lubrications from the ground instead of having to climb up to the pulleys. Individuals interested in learning more about ATS ELECTROLUBE's ULTIMATE LUBER Automatic Lubricators can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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Airmatic, Inc., Introduces Martin Conveyor Belt-Powered Generator

Headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Airmatic, Inc., has been involved with grain-handling equipment since 1944. Today Airmatic, Inc. also serves the bulk materials handling needs of public and private sector clients in areas ranging from paper mills to power generation. Airmatic, Inc. provides dedicated support, for example, throughout a belt conveyor's lifecycle and can also address design and maintenance problems associated with existing non-Airmatic systems. Committed to innovation, Airmatic, Inc., announced the August 2016 introduction of a Martin Engineering-designed conveyor belt-powered generator. With an emphasis on overcoming power production challenges, the system utilizes kinetic energy generated from conveyor belt movements in powering a full range of electronic systems. These include sensors for intelligent monitoring of operations, which are often tied to bulky cabled or wireless transmitters. The Martin solution is advantageous in that the independent generator attached is attached directly to one of the belt rollers. A magnetic coupling system allows for efficient installation and does not require reconfiguration of the overall system. This in turn enables remote locations to be guided effectively from a central facility. Individuals interested in learning more about the Martin Conveyor Belt-Powered Generator or other belt conveyor products can call the company at 800.332.9770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.

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Roll Gen System Uses Conveyor Belt to Generate Power

Malvern, PA-based Airmatic Inc. supplies bulk solids-handling materials and a variety of other equipment to business and industry, construction, government, and other types of clients. The company frequently partners with Martin Engineering, a globally known firm, to source equipment such as the newly introduced Roll Gen System. Through its long-lasting partnership with Martin, Airmatic Inc. now offers this innovative generator which is powered entirely by the kinetic energy of a conveyor belt. Employees using the Roll Gen System affix an independently functioning generator directly to one of a conveyor belt’s rollers so that it can take up energy directly from the moving belt. In this set-up, the belt can spin off additional power without having its physical or operational structures altered in any way. Roll Gen can be installed on almost any type of steel roller, and workers can retrofit it on pre-existing idler support machinery. This self-contained mini-power-generating system addresses a number of issues. A pioneering “smart” industrial device, it eliminates much of the complex work, and the cost, associated with running previous auxiliary power systems. Additionally, it permits workers to establish a safer, more easily monitored, and more autonomously powered operation. Individuals interested in learning more about the Roll Gen Self-Contained Mini Power Station for belt conveyors can call the company at 800.332.8770 or send an email inquiry to infocenter@airmatic.com.                            

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Airmatic, Inc., Installs Automatic Lubrication System at Feed Mill

Based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Airmatic, Inc., offers a full range of bulk-solids handling equipment and maintenance solutions. Airmatic, Inc., engages with both public and private sector clients, including power generation stations and paper mills. In a case study featured on the Airmatic, Inc., site, the firm assisted in the installation of an automatic lubrication system at a New England feed mill. The existing system involved bucket elevators that lifted grain products up to the top of silo storage units. These conveying systems required manual lubrication every two weeks. In order to grease the bearings, employees climbed a 40 feet high steel ladder and undertook maintenance lasting more than an hour. As dangerous and difficult as this work was, neglect of the bearings was not an option, as feed production would be halted if they failed. Taking an on-site survey, Airmatic, Inc., application specialists came up with a system of automatic lubricant dispensers that provided consistent lubrication over extended periods. This not only made manual lubrication unnecessary, but provided enhanced protection against the infiltration of contaminants and moisture associated with over-lubrication.

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Solving Sugar Flow Issue through Inflatable Seat Butterfly Valves

Based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Airmatic Inc is a women-owned company that meets the needs of public- and private-sector clients for quality bulk-solids-handling services and equipment. The Airmatic Inc website features a number of case studies that illustrate specific situations in which the company was able to solve operational issues. In one noteworthy case, Airmatic, Inc., engaged with a Delaware food manufacturing facility in resolving a butterfly valve problem. Employed in regulating and isolating flow, butterfly valves can be closed using a disc mechanism. Opened, the valve enables material to flow through unimpeded. The processing of highly abrasive sugar through rail-car-linked hoppers resulted in the premature wearing of the food manufacturer’s butterfly valves. Assessing the situation, Airmatic Inc advised the replacement of all installed standard butterfly valves with inflatable seat butterfly valves by Posi-Flate. Rather than employing friction to form a seal, this type of valve employs air pressure to seal, delivered through an inflatable seat. After a pair of such valves had been successfully installed, a dozen more were ordered. In addition to maintaining a tighter seal, the use of Posi-Flate valves enabled production to continue even when required maintenance was undertaken.                            

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NPCA Sustains Nationwide Plant Certification Program

Based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Airmatic Inc is a leading industrial distributor that specializes in the sale and installation of productivity-increasing products and systems. Airmatic Inc. serves a variety of industries, from power generation to cement and concrete construction, and maintains membership with the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA). Representing manufacturers and suppliers of precast concrete products throughout the United States since 1965, NPCA is widely recognized for its national plant certification program. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the NPCA certification program guarantees efficient plant management and operations, as well as a superior standard of quality for precast concrete products. Additional benefits of certification include special recognition and uniformity in plant production and processes. At present, the plant certification program is available and recognized throughout the United States, with Iowa and Kansas constituting notable exceptions. To learn more about NPCA’s plant certification program, visit the official website at precast.org/certification.

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Silo Cleaning Solutions Available Through Airmatic Inc.

Since 1944, Airmatic Inc. has provided clients across a range of sectors with industrial machinery, serving government, commercial, construction, utility, and industrial markets. As such, Airmatic Inc. understands the various issues that industrial companies face when it comes to keeping silos clean. Silo cleaning is the mechanical removal of blockages and buildup to keep the storage containers safe and efficient. Regular cleaning ensures that silo capacity is maintained and materials are discharged correctly. In addition, cleaning helps to ensure that materials do not clump or chunk. Buildup and blockages can occur in several different ways and through different materials. The best method for cleaning depends on the situation at hand; four primary approaches to cleaning exist. First is the HD Bin Whip, which allows for the dislodgement of stubborn materials from outside the vessel. Technicians are trained to use this technology to prevent damage to the vessel lining or bottom or to avoid entering a hazardous confined space. Silos can also be cleaned acoustically, which involves the use of a Sonic Horn driven by compressed air. A range of fundamental frequencies and alternating soundwaves can cause dry particulate deposits to resonate and become fluidized. For the most severely clogged silos, technicians may use a hydraulic bin drill that is remotely controlled. This type of drill creates a flow channel through tough clogs and works at depths up to 150 feet. After drilling, the HD Bin Whip is used to complete the clean-out. The final option is the Chunkbuster Cartridge, which dislodges blockages using the rapid expansion of carbon dioxide gas.                            

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Is it time for a silo clean-out?

Is it time for a silo clean-out?

AIRMATIC has a wide range of products to assist you in your silo clean-out! Check out some of the options below: The MARTIN® HD Bin Whip Tool allows our trained Technicians to dislodge stubborn materials from outside the vessel, preventing hazardous confined space entry and damage to the vessel’s lining, walls, or bottom. The process continues safely and efficiently until the vessel is fully…

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Airmatic Inc. Hosts Martin Foundations Safety Seminar

For more than seven decades, Airmatic Inc. has been a leader in the supply of equipment to handle powders and bulk solids. Proudly woman-owned, Airmatic Inc. has a strong commitment to industrial safety and strives to provide the best products to its clients. To facilitate learning about safety in the industry, the company recently hosted a Martin Foundations seminar at its Malvern Facility; the workshop involved leaders from five companies. Entitled The Practical Resource for Cleaner, Safer, More Productive Dust & Material Control, the seminar looked at the latest advancements in conveyor belt operations and material handling with an emphasis on safety practices and addressing common problems. National Speakers Association member and department manager at Martin Foundations Jerad Heitzler led the seminar. Mr. Heitzler possesses a decade of experience training mine operators and plant employees on safety and has also worked with several engineering firms through Martin Foundations, which conducts similar seminars around the world. The seminar provided a unique way for Martin Foundations to connect with both customers and suppliers and build excitement about advancements in the clean and safe handling of bulk materials.

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ISA Supports Manufacturers’ and Distributors’ Interests

Airmatic Inc., a wholesale distributor of butterfly valves, air cannons, industrial vibrators, and other equipment to industrial and public utility customers, has been in business since 1944. The Malvern, Pennsylvania-based Company also maintains a division focused on installation, fabrication, and maintenance services, and has helped a number of clients achieve optimal production standards. Airmatic Inc. is a member of national trade organizations such as the Industrial Supply Association (ISA). ISA, headquartered in Philadelphia, serves a membership composed of individuals and companies involved in the manufacturing, distribution, and repair of a variety of industrial products. Membership provides access to information and tools that can assist companies in reducing costs and enhancing productivity and profits. In particular, the group works to further the interests of small-to-medium-sized companies as they face the challenges inherent in competing on a global level. ISA’s support services can help members interested in staff development, management, and other areas. In addition, the group offers the chance to build up members’ professional networks by connecting with leaders in their industries. The ISA’s annual convention is scheduled for Denver in April 2017. The organization also hosts webinars and professional education sessions on topics that include market research, technical issues, and sales training.

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Airmatic Introduces New Martin Pin Latch Belt Cleaner

Airmatic Inc is a multi-division distributor of bulk material handling equipment. Focused on helping industries improve productivity while bringing down operational costs, Airmatic Inc recently launched the Pin Latch Belt Cleaner from one of its core product suppliers. An upgrade from the Martin SQC2, the new Martin Pin Latch Cleaner has an acid- and abrasion-resistant tungsten carbide tip cleaner that simply slides out for service so handlers do not have to use any tools. The design of the Martin Pin Latch Cleaner is comprised of a square mainframe and segmented blades that are connected using a pin mechanism, which allows for easier access and blade replacement. The new pin latch also has adjustable tension which can be varied depending on the item being conveyed, the belt speed, and the position of the belt cleaner. The new pin latch can operate comfortably in speeds of up to 5.1 meters per second with the versatile units accommodating belt rollback. Maintenance-friendly and with a wide sphere of applications, the new pin latch will significantly reduce replacement and service time, meaning shorter shut downs for added productivity.