Bulk material handlers in a wide array of industries are improving process flow and efficiency with a lineup of heavy-duty vibrators so durable that they are rated for continuous duty even at maximum force settings, delivering enhanced reliability and extended service life.  The Cougar^® B Series Vibrators from Martin Engineering minimise accumulation in storage vessels, transfer chutes, dust collectors and other locations, maintaining throughput and reducing maintenance time required to clear blockages.  All models are totally-enclosed, non-vented (TENV) designs with Class H high-temperature windings and enclosures rated IP-66. 

“Some manufacturers use Class F windings,” explained Martin Engineering Product Specialist David Ruggio.  “That typically allows continuous duty at mid-level force ratings, but we wanted to design these units to go beyond that kind of performance.  The benefit is a cooler-running vibrator that lasts longer in demanding service conditions.”

With dozens of different models available, Martin Engineering offers the water-tight, dust-tight designs in a wide selection of voltages, speeds, force ratings and frequencies to suit virtually any application, including hazardous locations. 

“We’re seeing many plants taking steps to reduce their consumption of compressed air,” Ruggio continued.  “These electric designs are replacing pneumatic vibrators in many applications, which helps cut down plant air use.  Electric units are extremely low-maintenance when compared to pneumatics, and they’re much quieter,” he said.