Bulk Equipment, Vibrators

The positives and negatives of industrial vibrators

There’s a lot that goes into installing the right industrial vibrator, but John Isherwood believes the outcome is well worth it.

There’s a lot that goes into installing the right industrial vibrator, but John Isherwood believes the outcome is well worth it.

John Isherwood, managing director of NetterVibration Australia, has more than 35 years of local experience working with industrial vibrators.

During his time in the industry, he’s seen the negatives that can come with the process of installing them.

“You can compromise the bin wall by drilling holes, need to get in the bin, require a confined space permit, and may even need to stop the process, depending on the safety policy,” he said.

“It can also lead to air being introduced to the product, sudden noise, and complicated pipework all over the place.

“However, when properly sized and installed, vibrators are all positive in promoting material flow.”

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NetterVibration Australia has more than 3000 models in electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic drives. Many are held in stock in Australia, with frequent deliveries from the factory, depending upon demand. It can provide electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic vibrators, with force outputs from 14N to in excess of 170,000N.

Isherwood said the company supplies its vibrators around the world and has developed a strong reputation internationally.

“NetterVibration has been manufacturing vibrators for almost 70 years, and you can rely on the European standards of quality,” he said.

“Over that time, the business has only focused on vibration and improving its products. It’s developed specialist expertise and understands what works and what doesn’t.

“It’s a global company, with seven branches and about 40 agents located around the world that share knowledge and support.”

The company manufactures its equipment to an extremely high quality in Europe, with ATEX rating as standard on most electric models, and rating 1 and 2 available to order on all models. Stainless steel versions are available for food industries and for aggressive atmospheres.

NetterVibration has been supplying the Australian market since the 1970s. Isherwood had worked with the global company for more than 20 years as the original import agent. In 2019, the company launched the Australian branch through a joint venture.

Isherwood said the there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution when it comes to industrial vibrators, which is why the business works closely with customers to find the right model for a specific application.

“Anybody who has a storage bin – whether its flour, uranium or iron ore – will have to deal with hang-ups and blockages,” he said.

“Those materials, along with the shape and size of the vessel they are being stored in, all react differently to vibration. Material properties can also change if there’s a change in moisture or particle size.

“The equipment needed to pack coffee pods will not work when used to compact concrete walls for dam construction.”

The company plans to continue its growth in the local market, targeting Australian manufacturers with the equipment designed to meet their needs.  

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