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NUVA FEEDER Components As an industry innovator, we have long been at the forefront of ash
handling technology. We recognize the importance of providing customers
NUVA FEEDER components are specifically selected based on the with the best equipment and latest technology that meet their demanding
type of material being conveyed. The UCC inlet and outlet gates requirements and plant needs.
along with vent valves have been designed for on/off service in
With our own advanced testing and technology lab, we are able to maintain
pneumatic ash conveying applications. These components are
control over the quality and delivery of our systems and equipment. The
rugged and easy to maintain.
result is superior and predictable performance for our customers.

Our dedicated team of engineers, sales, service and in-house designers

spans the globe covering six continents, assuring you that we can provide
exceptional service whenever needed. This is our commitment to you.

UCC Material Handling Solutions

Fly Ash (Dilute, Medium and Dense Phase)
• Vacuum Systems
• Pressure Systems
Nuva Feeder ®

Bottom Ash (Wet and Dry)

• Hydraulic Systems
Positive Pressure Pneumatic System
• Pneumatic Systems
• Mechanical Systems For Dilute/Medium Phase Conveying
• Vibratory Systems
Mill Rejects
• Hydraulic System
• Pneumatic Systems
Economizer Ash
• Hydraulic Systems
• Mechanical Systems
Inlet and Outlet Gates • Pneumatic Systems

Gate Type Typical Applications Dry Sorbent Injection

• Predictive (CFD) Modeling
Diffuser Feeder Style Fluidized materials • On-Site Testing and Demonstration
Low pressure (<18 psig) dry scrubber by-product • Pneumatic Systems
Rotary Disc Style w/Hard Chrome-Plated Disc
or high CaO content material • Installation
High pressure (>18 psig) dry scrubber, economizer Lime Handling
Straight Drop Valve w/without Heater
ash, large particle materials
• Truck and Rail Unloading
• Pneumatic Systems
Vent Valves System Components
• Crushers
Valve Type Typical Applications • Mixer / Unloaders
Low pressure (<18 psig) dry scrubber by-product Global Operations in: • Gates / Valves
Pinch Valve • Pipe/Fittings
or high CaO content material
United States • Europe • China • India • Filter / Separators
High pressure (>18psig) dry scrubber by-product, high
Sheardisk Valve Systems in over 60 Countries • Tanks / Vessels
CaO content material or highly abrasive materials
Low pressure (<18 psig) fly ash or low to mildly
Swing Disc
abrasive materials
Swing Disc with Tungsten Carbide Internals Low pressure (<18 psig) highly abrasive materials
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NUVA FEEDER Positive Pressure System ®

Dependable Performance
The NUVA FEEDER system is the most versatile of all pneumatic conveying systems. This positive The NUVA FEEDER positive pressure system offers distinct advantages in
pressure system handles a wide range of material (size, shape and density) and delivers high capacity performance where plant operations require either a continuous or an
conveying over long distances. With over 1,000 installations worldwide, the NUVA FEEDER positive intermittent mode of operation.
Operating Sequence
pressure system is an industry standard for performance and dependability.
• Control Flexibility • VENT
Line conditions are monitored through pressure transmitters which
The pressure of the vessel is equalized to the pressure
With our extensive knowledge of particle characteristics and flow behavior, United Conveyor control material feed into the conveying line.
of the hopper which allows material flow into the
Corporation (UCC) has designed the NUVA FEEDER system with the flexibility to handle a variety of
• Start and Stop Control NUVA FEEDER vessel.
materials including fly ash, economizer ash, air heater/SCR ash, dry scrubber by-product, petroleum
Ability to stop and start system operation without plugging due to
coke, lime and bed ash. This results in a reliable and cost-effective solution. • FILL
moderate ash-to-air ratios.
The upper inlet valve opens permitting material from the
hopper to flow into the NUVA FEEDER body. Displaced air
is directed through the vent valve to the feeding hopper.

• PRESSURIZE
Once the NUVA FEEDER vessel is full, the inlet and vent
valves are closed. The feeder is then pressurized and is
ready for discharge.
• Long-distance conveying
• DISCHARGE/CONVEY
• maximum system capacity The outlet valve opens and the feeder continues to
receive pressurizing air. This pressurizing air forces the
content of the NUVA FEEDER to discharge into the
• EFFECTIVELY HANDLES A VARIETY OF MATERIALs conveyor air stream.

The NUVA FEEDER System Advantage Design Flexibility

Pneumatic conveying has proven itself in abrasive applications for decades. UCC’s technical experience The NUVA FEEDER body and component configurations are specifically engineered to the application
and innovative pneumatic technology offers customers optimal solutions for their specific application. incorporating considerations such as material flow characteristics, structural layout and headroom requirements.
An eccentric body style is preferred in most applications, including those conveying dry scrubber by-product, Valve Valve Valve Valve Valve Valve Valve Valve
• High-Capacity and Long-Distance Conveying because of its ability to promote gravity flow of difficult materials. A concentric body style is available for Closed Open Closed Open Open Closed Open Closed
Provides highly reliable and long-distance operation for materials not suitable for dense phase free flowing material applications with limited headroom.
conveying. The NUVA FEEDER system is optimal where conveying capacity requirements exceed the
limits of a vacuum system.
Typical System Capabilities
• Conveys a Wider Variety of Materials
Maximum Distance: > 1 mile
NUVA FEEDER positive pressure technology has relatively low sensitivity to pneumatic material flow
characteristics allowing the system to convey larger and denser particles. Maximum Capacity: 220 TPH (200 MTPH)
Mass Ratio ash:air 5 - 22 #ash/#air
• Highly Stable Conveying Air Velocity: 2400 - 4800 ft/min (12-25 m/sec)
Controlled feed into the branch line promotes consistent operation throughout the system. Multiple Maximum Conveyor Line Pressure: 40 psi (275 kPa)
NUVA FEEDER vessels are simultaneously fed on an active branch providing high aggregate feed rates Maximum Prime Mover Pressure: 50 psi (345 kPa)
into the conveyor line. This allows smaller vessels to be used for a given system capacity which reduces VENT FILL PRESSURIZE DISCHARGE/CONVEY
headroom requirements and cost.