{"product_id":"pg-air-blast-cannon-pneumatic-silo-flow-aid","title":"PG Air Blast Cannon – Pneumatic Silo Flow Aid","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eProduct Description \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"455\"\u003ePG pneumatic air cannon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful \u003cstrong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eflow aid system for silos and hoppers\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to eliminate material buildup, bridging, and rat-holing in bulk storage systems. Installed on the silo wall, the air cannon releases short bursts of compressed air that break compacted material and restore proper flow of powders and bulk solids such as cement, fly ash, aggregates, and grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eThis system is widely used in industries where material tends to stick or compact inside silos, causing production interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eCompact design with integrated valve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eAir blast up to 6 bar (87 PSI) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eShort, high-energy air pulses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eElectro-pneumatic or fully pneumatic activation \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eSuitable for indoor and outdoor installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eGalvanized steel and aluminum construction \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eZero impact on silo welds and structure \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17xbmye\" data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e• Eliminates material \u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003ebridging and rat-holing\u003c\/strong\u003e in silos\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e• Improves discharge of powders and bulk materials\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e• Reduces downtime caused by blockages\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e• Suitable for difficult materials such as cement, fly ash, and lime\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e• Durable design for industrial bulk material handling systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eCement silos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eFlour and feed bins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003ePlastic and chemical hoppers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eWood chips and fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eBig-bag emptying stations \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9p70w6\" data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eHow a Silo Air Cannon Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003esilo air cannon\u003c\/strong\u003e stores compressed air in a pressure chamber connected to a fast-acting valve. When activated, the valve releases a powerful burst of air directed along the silo wall. The sudden expansion creates a shockwave that dislodges compacted material and restores normal flow inside the silo or hopper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eThis method is highly effective for breaking stubborn buildup in bulk material handling systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eWorking pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 bar (44–87 PSI) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eActivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solenoid valve or pneumatic\u003cbr data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galvanized steel and aluminum \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e −20 °C to +80 °C \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eAir consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003ePG 40: 3.6–5.3 Nl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003ePG 63: 6.4–11.6 Nl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003ePG 80: 12.5–21 Nl \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eAvailable Models (Variants)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003ePG 40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003ePG 63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003ePG 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eSuggested Shopify Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pneumatic Flow Aid\u003cbr data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eVendor:\u003c\/strong\u003e OLI Vibrators\u003cbr data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eTags:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eair cannon, air blaster, silo flow aid, pneumatic flow aid, hopper flow, OLI, bulk handling, cement silo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eVariant Structure (recommended)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003eOption name: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003ePG 40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003ePG 63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003ePG 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eWhat is an air cannon for silos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003eAn air cannon is a pneumatic device that releases high-pressure air bursts inside silos to break material buildup and maintain proper flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eWhen should you use a pneumatic air cannon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eAir cannons are used when bulk materials form bridges, arches, or rat-holes that stop flow inside silos and hoppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eHow many air cannons are needed for a silo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003eThe number of air cannons depends on silo diameter, material properties, and the severity of buildup problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003eRelated Flow Aid Equipment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may also be interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mixmastercomponents.com\/products\/i100-aeration-pads-pneumatic-fluidization-pads-for-silos-hoppers?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=bfe0d96e1\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBin Aerators for Silos  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca 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