Pneumatic Vibrators

Industrial Air Vibrators for Every Application

Rugged, durable, and versatile Deca pneumatic vibrators offer some of the most affordable units available, to provide cost-effective solutions even in applications where electric or hydraulic power is not practical.

Because most processing and production environments offer convenient access to compressed air, these pneumatic air vibrators are viable choices across a wide variety of industries and applications.

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Application-Specific Designs

IN DRY BULK MATERIAL HANDLING SYSTEMS

They fight bridging, arching, ratholing, and sticky residue that can disrupt the material flow or cause less-than-complete emptying in bins, hoppers, storage silos, chutes and pipes.

IN PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENTS

They can provide motive force for feeder and screening drives, and compaction and consolidation of materials for packaging, molding, casting, and refractory applications.

IN TRANSPORT APPLICATIONS

They aid in uninterrupted and complete emptying of materials from railcars and bulk-transport trailers.

ROTARY FORCE

Rotary Force designs offer elastic force and vibratory profiles controlled through air pressure regulation. Design formats include ring vibrators, ball vibrators, turbine vibrators, roller vibrators, and pneumatic-motor-driven vibrators – each with its own performance advantages. Ask a Deca representative for their comparative benefits in your

LINEAR FORCE

Linear Force designs provide sharp, directional forces at low frequency and high amplitude, to help break up sticky materials and transparent storage bin surfaces of clinging residues for complete emptying. These design formats include pneumatic linear vibrators, piston vibrators, and hammer impactors.

Put the Right Physics to Work for Your Application

The diverse sizes and styles of Deca Pneumatic Vibrators deliver a wide range of force and vibration profiles to ensure free-flowing materials – from the smallest feeder or hopper to the largest silo or railcar. Let a Deca representative help you choose the correct format and size, based on more than 35 years of vibrator product experience. Simply define the nature of your application (material flow, feeding, or compaction), your material characteristics, and the weights and volumes of your application for help in pinpointing your most cost-effective solution among the following capabilities:

VERY-HIGH-FREQUENCY UNITS: (up to 47,000 rpm) discourage bridging, arching, caking or rat holing with even the finest powders, in applications ranging from food to pharmaceutical to concrete materials.
HIGH-FORCE OUTPUTS: (up to 8,900 lbs.) handle dense materials and large bin capacities in high-volume applications such as mining, quarry operations, and mineral processing, featuring larger particles with coarse, angular surfaces.
HIGH-TEMPERATURE DESIGNS are capable of operating in ambient temperatures up to 650 ºF (343 ºC).
LINEAR IMPACT DESIGNS: provide high-amplitude vibration, up to 4,600 lbs. of force, and frequencies ranging from 6 vpm up to 22,000 vpm. They help to meet the challenge of keeping clingy, sticky or hygroscopic materials flowing freely in various industrial processes – from general material storage to critical weigh-batching hoppers.
THE DECA AIR-SLIDE FLOW-AID SYSTEM: although not classified as a vibrator, it offers a more targeted approach for a particularly troublesome bin, hopper, and silo storage applications. It uses strategically placed nozzles that deliver timed bursts of compressed air to eliminate blockages or buildup, to create and maintain a free flow of material. When properly installed, it guarantees 100% material flow, even with the most problematic bulk materials.

Job-Matched Performance

Adjustable output forces, set by regulating compressed air pressure, permit fine-tuning that helps you deliver the desired results for your material characteristics across a range of applications:

Prevent bridging or ratholing of fine materials in bulk storage bins and hoppers.
Keep coarse products moving in bulk material transport.
Orient shapes, ensure consistent feed rates and protect against bottlenecks or jam-ups in production conveyor and feeder applications.
Minimize plugging in screening, sifting, or sizing applications.
Create consistent compaction for concrete casting or refractory applications.

Design and Performance for Job-Specific Needs

In addition to a wide variety of output forces, vibration frequencies and amplitude profiles, Deca Pneumatic Air Vibrators also offer a range of design and performance attributes that satisfy job-specific needs.

Stainless steel and anodized aluminum vibrator housings withstand harsh environments and frequent wash-downs for sanitary requirements, as experienced in food, pharmaceutical, chemical, and other industrial applications.
Cast-steel and ductile-iron body construction provide durable, low-maintenance choices for heavy-duty performance.
ATEX-certified explosion-proof models satisfy Class I and Class II environments in chemical processing, petroleum refining and other hazardous-environment industrial operations.
Fixed-mounting and portable-mounting styles provide convenience for in-plant applications as well as in-the-field use, such as railcar and bulk transport trailer unloading or concrete casting applications.
Minimal moving parts and simple low-maintenance designs reduce the likelihood of production downtime required for maintenance or repair.

Harness the Power of Air, Without all the Pressure

With so many vibrator formats – electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic – in so many specific models and sizes, it can be hard enough to decide which motive force, much less specific design, is best for your application. When you discuss your application needs with a Deca representative, you’ll learn not only which units are best suited for your requirements, and why, but also specific installation and operating guidelines to help deliver optimum performance with your materials and equipment.
It is easy to benefit from more than 35 years of expertise in vibrator application environments like yours, without having to do all the calculations yourself.

Pneumatic Vibrators FAQs

Learn more about how pneumatic vibrators can fit into your operations with these FAQs:

What are pneumatic vibrators, and how do they work?

Unlike electric vibrators that require access to electricity or hydraulic vibrators powered by water or another fluid, pneumatic vibrators can function as long as the unit is attached to compressed air.

Most manufacturing environments — outdoor and indoor — have compressed air accessibility, making pneumatic vibrators ideal for businesses and agencies working in a variety of industries and settings.

What are the advantages of using pneumatic vibrators?

Because pneumatic vibrators do not source their energy from electricity, they are more adaptable than many other types of vibrators. Plus, they tend to be relatively quiet, which can help businesses remain within acceptable noise decibel levels.

When installed to specification and regularly maintained, pneumatic vibrating machines can run reliably for long periods. This longevity makes them a cost-effective and practical solution for many operations.

What is the difference between rotary force and linear force pneumatic vibrators?

As you explore your pneumatic vibrator options, you will see both rotary force and linear force models. A rotary pneumatic vibrator relies on a rotary roller or turbine to provide energy to the unit from any direction. A linear pneumatic vibrator uses a piston or hammer-style model to send force in a more focused direction. Both types of pneumatic vibrators can be both effective and efficient, as well as easy to maintain, versatile and economical.

If you have difficulty choosing between a rotary or linear pneumatic vibrator for your application, the experts at Deca Vibrator Industries, Inc., can help you determine which is best suited for your needs, goals and budget.

What applications are pneumatic vibrators used for?

A pneumatic vibrator can be used for multiple applications, making it a versatile piece of machinery. You can use a pneumatic vibrator to aid in consolidating or emptying containers and avoid problems like rat-holing and bridging in containers of materials that can create solid or sticky debris.

Can the force and frequency of pneumatic vibrators be adjusted?

Depending upon the model of pneumatic vibrator you install, you may be able to adjust the force and frequency between normal ranges. If you require a pneumatic vibrator to work outside of those ranges, talk to our experts at Deca Vibrator Industries, Inc. One of our hallmarks is our ability to introduce clients to tailor-made vibrator solutions, including customized pneumatic vibrator units.

Do pneumatic vibrators require lubrication?

Some pneumatic vibrators do not require the use of a lubricant to keep them working. For example, pneumatic turbine models are lubrication-free. It is essential to know ahead of time whether your pneumatic vibrator will need lubrication so you can plan for preventive maintenance and extend the lifespan of your unit.

Pneumatic Vibrators (Air Vibrators) We Offer

Series DBV Rotary Air Ball Vibrators (Aluminum)

Series ABF, ABL, ABU Rotary Air Ball Vibrators (Cast Iron)

Series DR Rotary Pneumatic Ring Vibrators

Series DRV - Rotary Pneumatic Roller (Aluminum)

Series ARF, ARL, ARU Rotary Air Roller Vibrators (Cast Iron)

Series DTV- Rotary Pneumatic Turbine Vibrator (Aluminum)

Series ATU Rotary Pneumatic Turbine Vibrator (Aluminum)

Series TVSS - Stainless Steel Rotary Pneumatic Turbine

Series DPF, DPC. Motor Driven Rotary Vibrators

Series LPV - Flange Mount Pneumatic Piston Vibrators

Series PV - Pneumatic Piston Vibrator Continuous Impact

Series DLV - Pneumatic Linear with Internal Piston - Non Impacting (Aluminum)

Series PLV-NL - Pneumatic Linear with Internal Piston - Non Impacting (Aluminum)

Series PLV - Pneumatic Linear with Internal Piston - Non Impacting (Aluminum)

Series DOV - Pneumatic Linear Vibrator with External Piston (steel)

Series DOV-AL - Pneumatic Oscillating Linear with External Piston (Aluminum)

Series 2000 - Single Attaching Head

Series 2100 End Inlet

Series 2200 Double Attaching Head

Series 2400 Stud Mount

Series 2600 and 2800 Molding & Core Machine

Portable Vacuum-Clamp Vibrators — DCM Series

Series P & C Pneumatic External High Frequency Roller