Consistent moisture control is an important part of preparing gunning materials for refractory and shotcrete applications. The Blastcrete Predampener is designed to add up to 5% moisture to gunning materials, supporting proper hydration at the nozzle while helping minimize rebound. Its hydrostatic design provides controlled material predampening and output.
Forklift Pickup Predampener for Industrial Applications
The Blastcrete Predampener features a skid-mounted construction with integrated forklift tubing. This forklift pickup predampener design allows contractors and industrial operators to move and position the equipment using standard forklift handling methods.
Forklift pickup capability can be especially useful at industrial facilities where equipment needs to be relocated between storage, material preparation, and application areas. The skid-mounted configuration also provides a stable platform for the auger, hopper, feed system, and water-control components.
3000 lb Hopper Predampener
A major feature of the machine is its hopper, which has a capacity of up to 3,000 pounds and incorporates a material feed screw. This 3000 lb hopper predampener is designed to accommodate substantial quantities of gunning material while maintaining a controlled feed into the predampening system.
The material feed screw works with the hydrostatic predampening auger to move material through the machine. This configuration helps provide a consistent flow of material during continuous operation.
Hydrostatic Predampening Technology
The Predampener uses a 9-inch hydrostatic predampening auger for controlled material conditioning. Its hydrostatic operation allows precise adjustment of material predampening and output.
The system can add up to 5% moisture to gunning materials. Two solenoid-activated water bars provide water to the material, while simple water-volume adjustment allows operators to control water addition according to their application requirements.
Mixing Auger and Material Handling
The machine includes a mixing auger with a removable rubber enclosure. This component works alongside the hopper and material feed screw to help condition material as it moves through the predampener.
With a hopper capacity of up to 3,000 pounds and an output range of 0–12 tons per hour, the Predampener is designed for industrial material-processing requirements.
Built for Refractory Material Applications
The Blastcrete Predampener is designed for gunning material preparation and is stated by the manufacturer to be recommended by major refractory material manufacturers.
Its combination of controlled moisture addition, hydrostatic material handling, and forklift-ready construction makes it suitable for applications where consistent material preparation and convenient equipment handling are important.
Key Features
Forklift pickup predampener with skid-mounted construction
Up to 3,000 lb. hopper capacity
9-inch hydrostatic predampening auger
Material feed screw
Mixing auger with removable rubber enclosure
Two solenoid water bars
Simple water-volume adjustment
20 HP electric motor
Disconnect and electrical enclosure
Output capacity of 0–12 tons per hour
Optional trailer-mounted configuration
Designed to add up to 5% moisture to gunning materials
Predampener Specifications
Specification Details
Output 0–12 tons per hour
Hopper Capacity Up to 3,000 lbs.
Mounting Skid mount with forklift pickup
Dimensions 156" × 60" × 72"
Weight 2,800 lbs.
Predampening Auger 9-inch hydrostatic
Water System Two solenoid water bars
Motor 20 HP electric
Power Options 240V or 480V, 3 phase
Moisture Addition Up to 5%
Optional Configuration Trailer mounted
Efficient Material Preparation and Easy Handling
For contractors working with refractory and gunning materials, the Blastcrete Predampener provides a practical combination of material feeding, moisture control, and mixing. The 3000 lb hopper predampener provides substantial material capacity, while the forklift pickup predampener configuration makes equipment positioning more convenient in industrial environments.
With an output capacity of up to 12 tons per hour and adjustable water delivery, the Predampener is designed to support controlled and consistent material conditioning before gunning operations.
Forklift Pickup Predampener with 3000 lb Hopper for Efficient Material Conditioning
