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Parts Separation and Cleaning System
“Inseparator”
( Patented)
A
simple to use parts separator for all Nova small vibratory mills. This
is a manual, but semi-automatic basket type system that is used to
remove finished parts from media. There is no need for secondary
devices which involve dumping the entire contents of the machine into
other separation systems. This is a stand alone system that avoids
heavy lifting and/or lurching of the work load.
The
“Inseparator” consists of two piece construction. 1. A welded
stainless steel frame to hold a: 2. Pressed in perforated or wire mesh
stainless steel screen. Standard perforated screen hole patterns are
3/8”,1/2”, 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”. Screens come in a set of 6 or
individually as specified. Wire mesh screens are all special order.
To
use , just insert the “Inseparator”, into the work chamber bowl and
the device will submerge itself when the machine is run. Within 1
minute or less all parts will be collected on top of the screen and
frame. If there are a lot of parts, or flat parts, a number of cycles
may be required. Parts must be larger than the screen hole size and
the media must fill the machine. When removing the basket, it is
suggested that the frame be held against the center post or work
chamber bowl to remove excess media.
By
filling the Nova work chamber bowl with water and detergent , the
“Inseparator” can be left in our bowl and used as a wash and rinse
basket for cleaning parts. In this capacity, our equipment can be used
to soak, soak and agitate, or used as a spray rinse system. In this
mode, the “Inseparator” will continue to slowly rotate within the work
chamber if unattended. Illustrations show movement of the work load in
the media and movement of the parts as a parts washer.
NOTE:
The inseparator is
only compatiblie with Nova equipment; however, conversion kits are
availablefor other fixedbowl type system ofsimilar size made by
others.
Magnetic System
For
companies who run mostly carbob steel based materials, we recommend
and offer a triggerrelease magnet as an alternate to the “Inseparator”
system.
The D 2 and D 3
Liquid
Dispensing/Re-circulating Tank
And Work Platform Systems
Nova
Finishing Systems Inc. now offers 2 different types of closed loop
tank or work platform systems for all Nova vibratory and most Nova-Hutson
machine systems. These systems are primarily used as a work cell area
and/or is a supplement where work space is limited or access to water
is difficult, but they can also be used for other stand alone
applications for dispensing liquids. When empty of water, they can be
easily moved about and relocated where needed. Because all Nova
vibratory and most Nova-Hutson machine systems can be run either wet
or dry, they can be used to support and/or raise equipment off the
floor to improve working height for dry applications. Lastly, these
systems help maintain control of debris from wet deburring operations
allowing easier recovery of precious metals.
For
most vibratory machine applications, the standard D2 re-circulating/
dispensing system is sufficient for all Nova vibratory machine
products. This is a 34 gallon square polypropylene tank that serves as
a work platform and a closed loop liquid reservoir. All Nova series of
vibratory mills sit inside the recessed top area of the flanged tank
on a clear 3/8” polycarbonate platform that allows you to see and
monitor the liquid inside . Tank size is 18” x 18” x 24” high. With
equipment in place, the total height is either 45”, 46.5” or 48”.
The
D3 re-circulating and dispensing tank system is larger than the D2 and
is the standard work platform for all Nova-Hutson centrifugal disc
finishing machines up to the DF-14 size. This is a 90 gallon
rectangular tank with a 3/8” polycarbonate platform supported by 2
structural aluminum angles. Tank size is 24” x 36” x 20” high. The
work platform does not extend completely over the inner flanges of the
tank. This gap allows for plumbing and cleaning of the tank without
removing the equipment. It is recommended to maintain at least 50
gals. in the tank for stability. This work platform can accommodate
and support 300 to 500 pounds. The standard platform does not have any
holes, fasteners, or fittings; therefore, it is recommended that the
end user drill and fix the disc finisher to the work platform once he
determines which way he wants dump the work chamber media and parts.
Tank fittings can be installed and a weir baffle can also be mounted
to the underside of the work platform to retard sediment movement
within the reservoir tank.
With disc finishing equipment in
place, the total maximum height is approximately 39” for disc
finishers. NOTE: This system can also be used to accommodate 2 Nova
vibratory dump machine systems and 2 small 3.5 gallon buckets with
equipment in place, the total height is 44” for vibratory equipment
All D2 and D3 tank platform systems
come with a special submersible floating pump and plumbing to complete
a closed loop re-circulating system. The pump has a separate power
supply but can be wired into and regulated by the machine’s timer.
This Nova pump system has a flotation device to keep the pump off the
bottom of the tank and away from where heavier sediments accumulate.
The chemically resistant pump maintains a steady flow of 1 to 2
gallons per hour of compound solution that can be regulated to the
work chamber. The more liquid that passes through the work chamber the
cleaner the parts provided the liquid is clean. NOTE: All wet
processing requires that the pump be turned on before starting the
disc finishing equipment.
As
part of the wet operation of Nova and Nova-Hutson equipment, there is
a return drain hose that empties into the tank reservoir. That means
that sediments will accumulate in the tank and that will have effect
the chemical compound solution. Chemicals and solution should be
monitored weekly. Cleaning and/or replacement of chemicals should be
done after a week end or overnight ; however, after 100 hours of
operation or over a 2 to 4 week period, the tank should be cleaned and
liquids replenished.
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