FREE PowerWave Virtual tour CD ROM Powerwave Acoustic Cleaning Systems Acoustic cleaning systems can significantly improve the cleaning of air pollution control equipment, heat transfer surfaces, material handling and storage equipment, and areas of production where particulate buildup occurs.
Acoustic horns are air-operated devices that emit low frequency high energy sound waves.
As the pressure is equalized, the diaphragm impacts the pedestal, generating a sound wave that is then amplified by the horn bell. The sound waves generated by an acoustic horn create vibrations that break apart and dislodge material deposits from surfaces. The vibrations are powerful enough to break apart heavy concentrations of particulate, but gentle enough to not harm the surface. Typically, the lower the frequency, the more effective a horn will be at dislodging dust. However, extremely low-frequency sound waves can damage structural members and loosen or crack welded or bolted connections.