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Schenck Process industrial air filters

Extensive
air filtration
experience and
process systems
knowledge
Schenck Process Group –
your partner worldwide
Acting locally to support your needs the Schenck Process Group is working where you are.
With a global network of sites and competent partners, the name Schenck Process is synonymous throughout
the world with process expertise and well-engineered technology for industrial weighing, feeding, pneumatic
conveying, screening, classifying, pulverizing, mixing, thermal processing, automation and air filtration technology.

Our key skills include planning processes, air filtration, conveying, feeding bulk materials, controlling flows
of material, recording flows of goods, weighing goods and automating transport processes.

Members of the Schenck Process Group are:

 Schenck Process has
considerable experience
controlling dust in process
areas which reduces the
potential risk of explosion.

Extensive industrial When handling explosive

dusts the range of filters
can be fitted with a variety

air filtration expertise of explosion protection

technologies such as
explosion venting,

with process
flameless venting or
suppression, to suit
specific site or material

systems knowledge
requirements.

Schenck Process offers a portfolio of industrial air filtration products that

have been designed for a wide range of technical and process requirements.
Based on technologies originally developed by Mac Process, a Schenck
Process group brand, the company has been successfully removing dust for
over 50 years. The extensive product line includes bag and cartridge filtration
products suitable for varying air flows and applications.

The range of air filtration products have been designed to offer the customer
unrivalled flexibility. Access into the filter housings for media replacement
can be accomplished either through the top or side of the unit to suit the
process or site requirements. Most of the products in the Schenck Process
filtration range are available in the following four configurations:
» Clean air plenum only
» Clean air plenum and filter body
» Clean air plenum, filter body and bottom hopper
» Clean air plenum, filter body and bottom product
receiver hopper for conveying applications
Engineering site surveys
for air filtration systems
When it comes to finding the perfect air filtration system for your specific application, Schenck Process has
over 50 years of experience in designing and managing dust collection projects for customers throughout
the world. Schenck Process provides engineering services to dust collection users that include on-site air
filtration surveys. Program participants receive a full assessment of their current air filtration systems along
with recommendations on improving efficiencies.

Engineering surveys
» On-site dust collection analysis
» Particle size analysis and emission testing
» Field measurement of dust producing equipment and plant layout
» Preliminary sketches of plant/equipment layout based on this analysis
and current recommendation to include appropriate NFPA compliance
» Pictures, data, details and all pertinent information required to
evaluate current conditions of dust systems
» Evaluate physical conditions of existing filters, fans and airlocks
» Evaluate existing ductwork layout and sizing, dust discharge
design and pneumatic transfer system
» Consult with customer personnel to determine system rates,
equipment functionality, problem areas and desired results from findings
» Provide quotation for new and upgraded solutions
3-D CAD Drawings CFD Modeling
On completion of the site survey and analysis, Schenck Computer Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis is used to
Process uses 3-D modeling to design a solution for your locate problems in the air stream and indicates where
facility. Our staff has years of experience to design an improvements can be made. Our expert team utilizes
efficient system that will solve your dust control issues. CFD analysis to verify hood, duct work, and filter design
for energy efficient and robust systems.

Project management
At Schenck Process, everything we do is centered on customer satisfaction. We strive to make your equipment
and systems robust and efficient. Our project management teams become an extension of your business with
a direct line of communication to the many resources within the Schenck Process global network. Your Schenck
Process team will take command of the design/build process from the project kick-off all the way to process
commissioning. From start to finish, our teams are dedicated to meeting your business goals.

As part of our Project Management program we offer a wide range of engineering services that facilitate the
optimum air filtration design and installation.

Staff highlights Statistics

» Over 100 engineers on staff » Projects ranging from $50K to $22M
» Project Managers and Engineers » Over 850 completed projects and
» Process Control Engineers $400M in project revenue
» Equipment Design Engineers » High customer retention rate
» Quality Control Engineers » 80% of projects come from repeat
» Global Service Engineers customers
MCF PowerSaver® dust collectors:
the economical solution
Designed green. Built strong.
As the cost of energy continues to increase, plant managers are continually looking for ways to reduce power
consumption. Within the Schenck Process filter portfolio is the unique MCF PowerSaver®, a dust collector that
can save up to 50% of operational costs by using medium pressure air at only 48.3 kPa for the cleaning cycle.
The air is provided by its own blower, therefore no plant compressed air is used, potentially freeing up the
expense to produce air for other applications.

» Heavy duty carbon or stainless steel construction

» Walk-in clean air plenum with lifting lugs
» Hinged service door for easy access
» Direct-drive rotating surge tank, diaphragm valves, and distribution arm powered by an explosion
proof motor
» Mechanically controlled medium pressure air cleaning mechanism consistently discharges air directly
over filter bags, each and every time
» Topside cage and snap-band bag removal – no tools required
» Self-contained positive displacement pump supplies all the air that is required for filter cleaning
» Stainless steel explosion vents are available when required
Mac2Flo® Vertical cartridge
dust collector filter (VCF)
High filtration efficiency Equipped with time and
for the finest dusts cost-saving features
The Mac2Flo® provides cost effective filtration of the The Vertical Cartridge Filter (VCF) is a dust collector
finest submicron dusts. The unit operates using the down designed for handling medium to high air volumes.
flow principle which guarantees effective settling of the Equipped with an easy-to-use cartridge clamp system
fine, light dusts with low terminal settling velocities. simplifies replacement of the filter media minimizing
As each filter cartridge can contain up to 24 m2 of media, maintenance time and lowering overall cost of operation.
large filtration potential can be housed within a relatively A robust design adds to the overall stability of the filter.
compact housing. Each unit is constructed with reinforced carbon steel
that is rated for 6.4 psi Pred.
» Modular design reduces initial capital cost and
makes future expansion easy » Vertical cartridge design cleans more efficiently
» Tool-free cartridge removal reduces on-going » Industry leading Pred of 6.4 psi
maintenance costs » Easy cartridge access for quick removal
» Reduced set-up time lowers installation costs » Carbon steel reinforced construction
» Compact design takes up less floor space » Multiple inlets for all applications
» Rated for 30” W.C. and 250 °F (121 °C)
standard temperature
» HEPA options are available
 As part of the Aftermarket
service and spare parts
package, Schenck Process
is able to supply new and
replacement air filtration
bags, cartridges and
ancillary parts for the full
range of filter products.
Schenck Process filter media
is designed to ensure the
most efficient performance

Pulse jet filters

of the filter unit and it is
recommended that Schenck
Process branded filter media
is continually used
An extensive range of product to maintain this high
performance level.
and application options
Replacement bags and
cartridges for other
Schenck Process Pulse Jet filters can be used in a wide variety of air
manufacturer’s filters are
filtration applications. There are nine different products in the Pulse Jet
also available. Contact the
range that offer a multitude of air volumes, access positions and air inlet
Aftermarket sales team for
arrangements. All models incorporate the same compressed air cleaning further details.
technology, reliable components and high quality construction.
SEntry (Side Entry) AVS/AVSC Filters AVR/AVRC Filters
The Side Entry horizontal cartridge filter is (Air Vent Square) (Air Vent Round)
designed for low headroom applications. Bottom removal (below the tube sheet) filters. Bottom removal (below the tube sheet)
• Easy maintenance and accessibility • Without the hopper (style 2) the filter is filters and are capable of handling heavy
even in confined space ideally suited as a bin vent filter for storage dust loads.
• The rectangular envelope style tanks, work bins and surge hoppers • Style 2 type filters are ideally suited
cartridge design minimizes product • With a 60° hopper (style 3) the filter as a bin vent filter for storage tanks,
retention on the filter cartridge receives dust through a hopper entry inlet work bins and surge hoppers
• Wide pleat arrangement allows for and discharges the collected dust into a bin • Style 3 type filters with a 60° hopper
high air-to-cloth ratios or through an airlock for dust disposal or can receive the dust into a bin or
• Can be explosion vented through recycling through a hopper entry inlet and
the roof without increasing the cross • Can be customized for higher operating discharge the collected dust through an
sectional area of the filter unit static pressures to meet specific application airlock for dust disposal or recycling
requirements • Can be configured with a pneumatic
• AVS Filters utilize bag media while the receiver section and receive product
AVSC contains cartridge media from a vacuum or pressure conveying
system
• AVR Filters utilize bag media while
the AVRC contains cartridge media

ST/STC Filters LST/LSTC Filters RT/RTC Filters

(Square Top-Removal) (Large Square Top-Removal) (Round Top-Removal)
Similar to the AVS Filter, but with top Similar to the ST Filter, but larger sized. Similar to the AVR Filters, but with top
removal. The filter media is installed and The filter media is installed and removed removal. Filter media is installed and
removed through the clean air plenum of through the clean air plenum of the filter. removed through the topside, or clean
the filter. • The plenum can be designed as a walk-in air plenum of the filter.
• Hinged top doors allow clean air access plenum so the filter media replacement • Designed for low air volumes, the RT
to the filter media and maintenance can occur in an enclosure can handle higher pressure or vacuum
• ST Filters utilize bag media while the • When the option of a walk-in plenum is than a square or rectangular unit
STC contains cartridge media not selected, hinged doors on top of the • RT Filters utilize bag media while the
plenum provide access to the filter media RTC contains cartridge media
• LST Filters utilize bag media while the
LSTC contains cartridge media

RPT Filters LVS Filter AV-2 and AV-4 Filters

(Rectangular Pulse (Large Vent Square) Compact square or rectangular filter
Top-Removal) Side removal filters designed to handle designs.
A rectangular top removal bodied filter medium to high air volumes. • Available in either a two bag or
unit designed to handle high air volumes. • Particularly suited for applications where four bag arrangement
• Bags are removed vertically from the headroom is an issue • Ideally suited for cleaning the air
top clean section • Bags can be removed via an access door vented from rotary airlocks and
• The plenum can be designed as a on the side of the unit surge hoppers
walk-in plenum so the filter media • Suitable for venting small volumes
replacement and maintenance can of displaced air
occur in an enclosure
NFPA Compliance
In today’s bulk handling systems, nearly all materials are combustible under the right conditions. With the
right mixture of fine particles, oxygen and an ignition source an explosion could happen at any time. It is up
to the end user to make sure their system is safe and compliant with the applicable NFPA standards. Schenck
Process reviews each air filtration application with the customer to select the best explosion mitigation
strategy for the application.

Protection Options 


» Explosion venting
» Ducted venting Containment Deflagration Venting Suppression Oxidant Reduction
» Flameless venting
» Containment
» Inert gas/oxygen reduction

Deflagration Isolation

Example – Flameless Venting Example – Indoor Vessel

Clean-air
exhaust-duct
to outside
Pressure sensor assembly
Isolation valve to detect deflagration in
for clean air its early stage and trigger
return to Passive chemical isolation
building isolation
valve

Flameless
explosion Deflagration
relief panel Cannon on dirty-air
relief vent Rotary airlock
to relieve the inlet-duct to
to isolate prevent deflagration
pressure of a hopper and
deflagration propagation
Rotary airlock to isolate prevent
hopper and prevent deflagration
deflagration propagation propagation
TestCenter
Perfect reliability through extensive tests on more than 600
different types of material at the Schenck Process TestCenters
Unique to the filtration industry, the Schenck Process
TestCenter includes a Particle Emissions Test (PET) machine
that records and graphs air flow and velocity, air-to-cloth
ratios, pressure differentials, inlet loading and outlet mass
emissions. The machine also accurately predicts PM2.5
emissions and provides the necessary information to
design the most ideal system based on the customer’s
requirements and application.

The key to specifying the correct type and size of filter for
a particular application is experience. Schenck Process,
utilizing the acquired technical knowledge of group
members throughout the world, can call upon over
50 years of test work which has provided detailed sizing
information for over 600 dusts.

Furthermore, if data for a particular dust is not listed,

then Schenck Process can test it in its state-of-the-art
Filtration TestCenter.
All specifications are subject to change. © by Schenck Process LLC, 2021
BV-P5003EN All information is given without obligation.

Schenck Process offers a wide range of bag and cartridge filtration products designed
to remove light and heavy dust loads in multiple industries and applications.

Successful plant
dust removal

Schenck Process
7901 NW 107th Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64153
816-891-9300
[email protected]
www.schenckprocess.com