Apr.,30 /Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands -- DMN-Westinghouse have upgraded their PTD plug type diverter. The new PTD is of an improved, user friendly design, pressure shock resistant up to 10 bar (size 200 excluded) and suitable for pressures up to 3 bar g. Value engineering has resulted in improved specifications and a more competitive price of the diverter, now available in 7 consecutive sizes from 50 to 200 mm pipe diameter.

The design of the PTD plug type diverter conforms to all current legislation regarding safety in the workplace. Consequently there are no moving parts on the outside. The new PTD is of an improved, user friendly design, pressure shock resistant up to 10 bar (size 200 excluded) and suitable for pressures up to 3 bar g (standard static seals). The sizes 50-150 are optionally available for pressures up to 6 bar g (inflatable seals).

The DMN-Westinghouse PTD plug type diverter has been specially designed to route powders and pellets with minimum degradation in pneumatic conveying systems. The PTD plug type diverter is applied in the chemical, pharmaceutical, plastic, food and other related industries.

Minimum degradation of product is guaranteed by precision machining, very effective sealing and a complete obstruction free passage. The user friendly fool proof design enables fast in situ internal examination, cleaning and, if necessary, replacement of seals. A quick clean version with easy slide rails is optionally available.

The PTD plug type diverter consists of an aluminum housing and end covers in which a plug with two pipes is installed. All product contact surfaces are made from stainless steel AISI 316L / DIN 1.4404. Three FDA approved silicone seals guarantee the sealing between housing and plug. The body is pressure tight, so ensuring no leakage to atmosphere. The plug type diverter can be used for product temperatures ranging from -25 °C up to +80 °C at ambient temperatures of -10 °C up to +40 °C.