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Wheelabrator® Spinner Hanger Machine

Product News Wednesday, May 20, 2009: Wheelabrator

Wheelabrator Group offers two model types of Spinner Hanger machines, WS 2/275 and WS 4/210A. Each machine is designed to handle the cleaning and preparation of odd-shaped parts and components that cannot be adapted to a table or Tumblast® machine. Parts are loaded onto a work fixture hanger, rotated during the blast cycle and cleaned from multiple angles. This blast coverage can cost effectively adapt to a broad range of production requirements. Facilities with limited work space benefit from the compact size of both machines. The two models are ideal for the following applications: diecast deflashing, scale and rust removal, peening, profiling, and surface finishing.

The WS 2/275 Spinner Hanger is built from 3/8-inch thick manganese steel for excellent protection in steel shot applications. Each work fixture connection consists of a 2-inch diameter steel shaft protected by a specially-fitted sleeve for connecting customer supplied work fixture and it rotates in two (2) externally mounted bearings at approximately 15 RPM. The rotation is achieved by a gear motor driving a solid rubber tire. The system has two (2) single sided blast wheel units that are seven (7) bladed and direct driven by a 7.5 HP motor. The WS 4/210A Spinner Hanger is built with a four (4) compartment turnstile manufactured from 3/8-inch manganese steel plate. The system consists of two (2) 13.5-inch diameter Autoblast® wheel assemblies direct driven by 10 HP motors. Each chamber features one (1) hook mounted to a 2-inch diameter steel shaft where parts and components are attached and rotated at 15 RPM. The operator-friendly system comes equipped with easy access index buttons and a stop/start light control located at the load station for indexing the turnstile.

Wheelabrator Group is a global provider of surface preparation and finishing solutions. Committed to offering the broadest array of technologies, products, replacement parts, services and technical know-how, the Wheelabrator Group works closely with customers to deliver the best solutions for their specific requirements. The company's strategically located and electronically linked offices allow Wheelabrator Group to provide unrivalled customer service and support worldwide.