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Air Knife Drying System is very useful for drying liquor bottles after filling. In Liquor production line after filling the bootles or canes are move to coding and labelling process. The wet moisture affect the printing quality and rejection of filled bottles and canes. Before reaching the labeling process bottles to be completely dried by our cleantek hig effective air knife system.
Cleantek air knife is a device used in various industrial applications to blow off, clean, dry, or cool objects that are typically moving along a conveyor belt or production line. The working principle of an air knife is relatively simple. It uses a high-velocity stream of compressed air or blower air to create a thin, uniform sheet or curtain of air. This sheet of air can be used to effectively remove dust, debris, moisture, or other unwanted substances from the surface of objects.
As the high-velocity air exits the nozzles, it converges to create a thin, continuous curtain of air. The shape of the nozzle and the pressure of the compressed air are carefully adjusted to achieve the desired width and velocity of the air curtain.
The objects or materials that need to be cleaned, dried, or cooled are typically transported on a conveyor belt or through some other means. As these objects pass through the air curtain, the high-speed air effectively blows away or displaces any contaminants, moisture, or particulates on their surface.
Air knife cleaning systems often allow for adjustment of the air pressure, the angle of the air knife, and the distance between the air knife and the object to optimize the cleaning or drying process for specific applications.
Air knife is an effective tool and alternative economy design system for all kind of high pressure air requirements. This design don't need any kind of maintenance and continuous running useage.The delivery air is 100 % moisture and oil free air. Cleantek air knives are indeed useful in the food packaging industry for various purposes.
Drying: Air knives are often used to dry food products or packaging materials before they are sealed or packaged. Removing moisture helps to maintain product quality and prevent mold growth.
Cleaning: Air knives can be used to blow away debris, dust, or other contaminants from food items or packaging surfaces before they are packaged. This helps ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
Cooling: In some cases, air knives are used to cool down food products or packaging materials quickly before they are packaged. This can be particularly important for products that need to be cooled rapidly to preserve freshness.
Removing Excess Materials: Air knives can also be used to remove excess materials such as crumbs, excess seasoning, or other particles from food items or packaging surfaces.
Aligning and Orienting: In automated packaging lines, air knives can be used to align or orient food products as they move along the production line, ensuring proper positioning for packaging.
Sealing: Air knives can assist in sealing packaging materials by removing excess moisture or debris that could interfere with the sealing process, helping to ensure a tight seal. Cleantek air knives offer versatility and efficiency in the food packaging industry, helping to maintain product quality, hygiene, and efficiency in the packaging process.
Here are recent and practical applications of cleantech air knives for drying across industries — focusing on modern uses, efficiency improvements, and integration with automated systems:
1. Food & Beverage Processing
Air knives are widely used for:
Why now?
Improves hygiene, prevents microbial growth, and prepares products for coating/labeling.
2. Automotive Manufacturing
Applications include:
Trend: Integration with robotic cells for precise, repeatable drying.
3. Printing & Paper Industries
Used for:
Benefit: Faster line speeds and reduced energy compared to heat-only systems.
4. Electronics & Semiconductor Production
Air knives help:
Key: Ultra-clean, oil-free compressed air or blower air ensures no contamination.
5. Packaging Lines
Used for:
Advantage: Improves seal integrity and reduces label defects.
6. Textile & Fabric Processing
Air knives assist with:
Result: Higher speed and less thermal damage than hot-air ovens.
7. Metal Fabrication & Finishing
Applications include:
Trend: Use of adjustable air knives to handle varied shapes/sizes.
8. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Device Manufacturing
Used for:
Critical: Controlled drying to maintain sterility and surface quality.
9. Renewable Energy Components
Air knives are deployed in:
Driver: Demand for high-quality, defect-free renewable products.
10. Corrugated & Wood Product Lines
Used for:
Impact: Reduces cycles and improves bonding quality.
11. Beverage & Bottle Industry
Specific uses:
Benefit: Cuts down product rejections and improves label adhesion.
12. Agricultural Equipment & Machinery
Applications include:
13. Conveyor System Surface Drying
Air knives mounted over conveyors for:
Why beneficial? Non-contact, fast, and adjustable.
🔹 14. Consumer Appliance Manufacturing
Used in:
Outcome: Better paint/coating adhesion and quality control.
15. 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing
Air knives support:
Advantage: Gentle, uniform drying without heat damage.
SN | Technical description | AKS 100 |
1 | Construction | Stainless Steel |
2 | Air Inlet in mm | 50 mm |
3 | Air Blade Adjustment Provision | Yes |
4 | Installation support | Yes |
5 | Custom made | Yes |
Efficient Drying Solution for Amla Juice Packaging with CLEANTEK Air Knives:
Client Background
A leading Indian manufacturer specializing in food product packaging machinery, food product conveyors, and food processing equipment was facing a critical challenge in their Amla juice packaging line. The client needed a reliable solution to efficiently remove residual water from the outer side of Amla juice packets, which caused issues in packaging quality and affected the overall production efficiency.
Challenge
The client’s packaging line struggled with effective water removal from the outer surface of juice packets. Residual water posed risks to the integrity of the packaging, potentially affecting the appearance and hygiene standards of the final product. Conventional drying methods failed to provide the consistency and efficiency required for high-volume production.
Solution by CLEANTEK
As India’s No. 1 brand for high-performance air knives, CLEANTEK analyzed the client’s production setup and designed a custom air knife system tailored to meet their drying needs. After thoroughly studying the conveyor system and the packet dimensions, we implemented the following:
Three Stainless Steel Air Knives: Three CLEANTEK air knives, each precisely positioned along the conveyor, were installed to target all sides of the juice packets as they moved along the line.
Optimized Airflow and Pressure: Each air knife was powered by a CLEANTEK ring blower that delivered a high-volume airflow of 250 CMH and a pressure of 2000 mm WG. This powerful yet controlled air stream ensured that almost all water particles were effectively blown off the surface.
Durable SS304 Construction: The air knives were made from SS304-grade stainless steel for durability, hygienic standards, and corrosion resistance. Precision-crafted with CNC-machined air blades, they delivered uniform airflow across the entire packet surface for consistent drying.
Outcome
With CLEANTEK's air knife system in place, the client achieved nearly 100% water removal from the Amla juice packets. The high-volume, medium-pressure airflow allowed for fast and thorough drying, improving the packaging quality and ensuring that products met hygienic and visual standards. The setup contributed to increased productivity and reduced downtime, as the air knife drying system required minimal maintenance and operated consistently across shifts.
Client Feedback
The client expressed high satisfaction with CLEANTEK air knife solution, noting the improvement in product quality and operational efficiency. Pleased with the results, they now source CLEANTEK air knives regularly to support their ongoing production and new projects.
Conclusion:
CLEANTEK custom air knife drying system proved essential in overcoming a persistent production challenge in the food processing industry. Our ability to deliver robust, precision-engineered air knives with reliable blowers reinforced CLEANTEK reputation as India’s leading air knife manufacturer for industrial drying, cleaning, and cooling applications. This case study exemplifies how CLEANTEK expertise in tailored solutions meets diverse industrial demands with effective, high-quality results.
