First ask yourself these two questions. 

1. Where is the product now and where do you    want it conveyed?

2. How many product pick-up points and how many destinations? 
 

A system with a single pick-up point to multiple destinations is generally discussed as a pressure system first to use one air source and divert to multiple locations. An example of this type of system would be a company that has a bulk ingredient in a silo. The bulk material will then be conveyed to multiple destinations in the plant for different products (such as flour as a base for many baking products).
 

A system with multiple pick-up points conveying to a single destination is generally discussed as a vacuum system first. This way, only a single vacuum source is needed to convey products from many destinations. An example of this type of system would be a minor ingredient system for a batch process. Each ingredient can be metered into the convey line one at a time and vacuumed to a scale hopper and be ready to discharge. 
 

A system that only has a single pick-up and a single destination can be conveyed with either vacuum or pressure. With all factors being equal, a pressure system will be more cost effective in the long run due to power consumption (blower horsepower).  
 

Contact a Smoot Representative today to discuss your current and future system needs. Then schedule a free material test to determine the best solution for your application.
 

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