AIR WASHER

The APT Air Washer is a highly efficient conventional velocity air washer. The standard spray water density of 8.5
GPM per 1000 CFM of air produces a saturation efficiency of
95% at the standard face velocity of 550 FPM. The standard
design utilizes a double bank of opposed sprays with vertical 3
bend inlet baffle blades and vertical 6 bend moisture eliminator
blades, all housed in a 8'-0" long casing. Special designs are
available, utilizing from one to four banks of sprays. Medium &
High velocity designs are also available, allowing face velocities
up to 1300 FPM.

AIR WASHER TANK

The tank provides the
foundation for all the
air washer components. It is constructed of seam welded 12 ga. stainless
steel. The standard tank is 18" to 24" deep and is provided with a flat
bottom.
Tanks may be provided in other materials such as galvanized or hot rolled
steel up to 3/16" thick. Extensions of varying lengths are offered for
independently removable double suction screens, weirs, special overflows
or chilled water connections. Tank sides are insulated with metal skinned foam insulation. Washers may be provided
for installation on a concrete tank provided by the owner.

AIR WASHER CASING

The casing is mounted with gaskets onto the air washer tank and forms the spray chamber. It is constructed of double
wall APT-O-LITE foam insulated panels with any combination of aluminum, galvanized steel or stainless steel skins.
A large marine type inspection door facilitates examination of the sprays and maintenance.
The casing may also be constructed of angle reinforced single wall galvanized or stainless steel. Interior marine lights
are available.

MIST ELIMINATOR AND INLET BAFFLE BLADES

Eliminators are located on the air-leaving end of the washer to remove
entrained water droplets from the air. The eliminator blades are of the 6
bend design and are spaced on 1 1/8" centers extending from below the
water level of the tank to the top of the washer. The blades are formed from
26 ga. stainless steel with interlocking stainless steel retainer spacers.
Eliminators are also available in 26 ga. galvanized steel. Blades may be
individually hinged to ease cleaning and removal.

Inlet baffles are located on the air-entering end of the washer to insure
uniform air distribution through the spray chamber. The baffle blades are of
the 3 bend design and are spaced on 3 3/8" centers extending from below
the water level to the top of the washer. The blades are formed from 26 ga.
stainless steel with interlocking stainless steel retainer spacers.
Inlet baffles are also available in 26 ga. galvanized steel and may be
individually hinged to ease cleaning and removal.

SPRAY PIPING
The two opposed banks of sprays consist of an assembly of headers, standpipes, nipples, and spray nozzles all
drilled, tapped, and threaded to simplify installation and removal. The headers are fabricated from schedule 40
galvanized pipe and provided with a corrosion resistant coating.
The standpipes are also fabricated from schedule 40 galvanized pipe as well as the nipples. The spray nozzles are a
two piece design, brass centrifugal type with a large diameter body inlet and removable cap orifice for non-clogging
free flow. A slotted suction pipe is provided to prevent pump cavitation. The suction pipe is fabricated from Schedule
10-Stainless Steel.

The overflow and drain are also fabricated from Stainless Steel Pipe. The make-up includes a 1" quick-fill, a hose
connection and CLA-VAL float valve to set the water level.

Air Washer Fundamentals

Air drawn through a mist caused by spray nozzles and then through eliminators to remove dust and particles of water not
evaporated in the air.

Air is drawn through a mist caused by spray nozzles and then through eliminators to remove dust and particles of water not
evaporated in the air.
The water for the spray nozzles are recirculated by a pump.
A tempering heater is usually installed before the washer. A reheating battery after.

General
Cleaning efficiency 70% of fine dust, 80% of coarse dirt

Air velocity through the washer 2-3 m/s

Resistance 50-140 N/m2

Water pressure for nozzles 100-170 kN/m2

Water quantity 0,45-0,55 l/m3 air

Humidifying efficiency
E = (t1-t2)/(t1-tw)x100%

where

E = Humidifying efficiency %
t1 = initial dry bulb temperature
t2 = final dry bulb temperature
tw = initial wet bulb temperature

Typical efficiencies
60-70 % with one bank of nozzles downstream
65-75 % with one bank of nozzles upstream
85-100 % with two banks of nozzles.