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Stop Angel Hair Now!
BENEFITS OF SPIRA/FLO PIPE
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Eliminates angel hairs and streamers
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Reduce material buildup
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Extends pipe life
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No additional pressure drop or horsepower requirements
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Backed by a five-year warranty
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A proven track record
A Superior Solution to Shot peening & Dimpled Pipe
Prior to SPIRA/flo, shot peening was the primary method of treating pipe interiors to reduce material buildup. While shot peening was somewhat effective, it required frequent retreatment due to the abrasive nature of the pellets, which wore away the pipe's surface.
SPIRA/flo, on the other hand, utilizes a unique internal grooving process that displaces metal rather than cutting into it. This method creates a series of ridges and valleys that disrupt the airflow, forcing the pellets away from the pipe wall and preventing material buildup.
The SPIRA/flo Advantage
While some competitors have attempted to create their own versions of grooved pipe, none have been able to replicate the superior performance and durability of SPIRA/flo. These imitations often use cut grooves, which can leave jagged edges on the pipe surface and lead to pellet damage and increased dust production.
SPIRA/flo pipe has a long and successful history of performance in the plastics industry. Original installations of SPIRA/flo pipe have been in operation for over 25 years without requiring retreatment SPIRA/flo pipe is proudly manufactured in the USA using stringent quality control procedures, ensuring consistent performance and reliability. Its reputation for excellence has earned it a place in the toolkits of many leading plastics producers.
Specifications
To prevent degradation of plastic pellets, Schedule 10 piping/11-gauge tubing shall be treated by the SPIRA/flo method which presses a groove into the inside diameter of aluminum or stainless steel pipe and tube and actually displaces metal as it forms the groove. This process will provide a ridge (or hill) on either side of the depression, thus giving conveying air uplift. The uplift, along with the downdraft created by the depression, provides the turbulence necessary to keep pellets away from the pipe wall, thus minimizing build-up, snakeskins or angel hair. Grooving will be such that piping will not have to be re-grooved after sustained conveying.
SPIRA/flo Groove
Pipe/Tube Size | Radius | Tangent |
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2" | 24" | 4" |
3" | 36" | 6" |
4" | 48" | 8" |
5" | 60" | 10" |
6" | 60" | 12" |
8" | 72" | 16" |
Warranty
Warranty - Straight Sections Only
Delta Ducon warrants SPIRA/flo pipe or tubing (straight sections only) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 5 years from the date of shipment.
This warranty is expressly conditioned upon the handling and processing of standard-grade poly(ethylene terephthalate) ("PET") or nylon pellets within the parameters defined by the manufacturer's specifications.
While SPIRA/flo technology enhances processing performance and reduces the formation of unwanted filamentous byproducts ("angel hair") when employed with the aforementioned PET and nylon pellet variants, its utilization with alternative materials may result in a diminished lifespan of the internal spiraling mechanism and is not covered under this warranty.
If the purchaser reports a loss of effectiveness of SPIRA/flo within the warranty period, and the condition is confirmed by a Delta Ducon representative, the customer will receive a prorated credit for the original purchase price. This credit will be calculated based on the time the product has been in use and can be applied towards:
The purchase of replacement SPIRA/flo pipe or tubing.
The cost of regrooving the existing pipe.
Pipe or tubing submitted for regrooving must be shipped prepaid to Delta Ducon's manufacturing facility. Return shipping will be freight collect.
This warranty applies exclusively to straight sections of SPIRA/flo pipe or tubing. Bends are not covered.
The warranty is valid only for materials consisting of standard-grade poly(ethylene terephthalate) ("PET") or nylon pellets without fillers or abrasive additives.
To optimize the longevity of the spiraling mechanism and prolong the effective lifespan of the warranty period, periodic rotation and/or clean-out of the processing pipe may be necessary.
excludes any incidental or consequential damages, including but not limited to, costs of labor, transportation, removal, installation, loss of profits, loss of use, loss of production, or damage to other property
Exclusions:
This warranty does not cover damage or loss of effectiveness caused by:
Improper installation or use.
Normal wear and tear
Damage during shipping or handling.
Modification or alteration of the product.
Use with incompatible materials.
For warranty claims or further information, please contact Delta Ducon.
