Meech introduces Jetstream air knife technology

Meech has introduced Jetstream, an air knife system designed for challenging steel-drying applications.

It is accepted throughout industry that compressed air is an expensive and energy inefficient option for many drying applications Meech International said Jetstream is a drying technology that can cut the costs associated with moisture removal An example is rolled and strip steel production, where the cost of drying steel using compressed air delivered through nozzles can be large.

Jetstream removes the moisture from the steel strips in a more cost-efficient manner than compressed air alternatives and, according to the company, delivers better moisture removal, producing a drier and better quality product.

The basis of operation of the Jetstream system is that high-pressure air is generated at a blower unit, delivered to the air knives via ducting and then discharged from the air knives at a high velocity.