Bulk bag discharger

Spiroflow's (Monroe, NC) new bulk bag discharger with an electric hoist can be used with bulk bags weighing 500 to 3ꯠ lb. Major components are made from welded tubular steel for minimal field assembly and added safety.

Mar 31, 1996

Includes a dust-tight hopper with access hatch, automatic bag tensioning, automated pinch bars for opening bag spout, and bag massage for loosening packed material.

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