Air-Slide

AFF is proud to offer the finest solid woven and nonwoven air permeable fabrics available. These fabrics are engineered specifically for air gravity conveyors and fluidized beds. We have been providing high quality air permeable fabrics to various industries for over 20 years and offer rush service when necessary.

Fluidized beds are in the bottom of silos, ships, barges, railcars and trailers. The common term for this is “live bottom” as it allows the air to permeate the bulk powder material and causes it to act as a fluid. Once fluidized the vessel can be efficiently and cheaply emptied.

Air gravity conveyors are some of the most efficient manners of conveying these bulk powders as it only requires a small amount of air and a slight incline to convey material for hundreds of feet. These systems do not have all the moving parts of a conveyor belt which makes them less expensive to operate.

Air-slide materials work well in high temperature applications as well. We offer both woven and nonwoven medias that can withstand temperatures up to 500° F continuous and 600° F peak.

AFF sells only the finest woven air-slide offering the best abrasion resistance in the market. All our woven materials are precision woven using a special weaving technique that provides a smooth surface, even air permeability, a strong self-cleaning effect and no pressure loss during lifetime. The constant air permeability which is provided by this custom weave is ideal for mixing and fluidizing and ensures permanent material flow without interruption which allows complete discharge without residue.

The high tensile strength of the woven air-slide eliminate elongation and sagging after install which keeps the bed operating efficiently. We offer a range of permeabilities for different applications and would be happy to help you select the best material for your application.

Needled Polyester Polyveyor is specifically designed to be the ideal membrane for fluidized bed and air gravity conveyors. Its needled construction provides uniform and consistent air flow across the entire surface of the fabric. The material is finished to a smooth uniform thickness to provide consistent airflow.

Polyveyor will not unravel or perforate so heat sealing is not required on cut edges. The needling process also eliminates the need to stretch the fabric during installation. It also creates fine pores throughout the fabric that are so fine they keep product from sifting down to the air chamber.

Polyveyor is available for regular and high-temperature applications.