Torwel Economizer Features

Hopper Body: The sides and ends are formed from one-piece sheets, so there are no seams. The sides are sloped at a 45-degree angle. The hopper body, engine enclosure and chute are constructed of 14-gauge hot roll steel.; Stainless model hopper body, engine enclosure and chute are constructed of 14-gauge type 304 stainless steel.
Gussets: There are 4 gussets (bracing ribs) on each side of the 8-ft. hopper. The gussets extend vertically along the height of the side slopes and are joined to 3"x 4.1# structural channels located beneath the hopper. This provides transverse support. The gussets are constructed of 14-gauge hot roll steel.; Stainless model gussets are constructed of 14-gauge stainless steel and are joined to 3/16 x 3" stainless formed channels.
Cross Bracing: There are two cross bracing members. One 14-gauge x 4" hot roll steel formed channel connects with the sides of the hopper and is flush with the top. A second brace, located closer to the distribution end, is 3"x 4.1# structural channel. It is positioned to balance the machine with a single lifting eye. Both channels also act as a screen support.; Stainless model formed channel is constructed of 14-gauge stainless steel.
Conveyor Bed: The conveyor bed (or wear plate) is fabricated from 10-gauge hot roll steel and is welded into place. The width of the conveyor bed is 13".; Stainless model conveyor bed is constructed of 12-gauge stainless steel.
Discharge Gate: The rear of the hopper has an adjustable gate, fabricated from 10-gauge hot roll steel. A handle controls the feed opening, and is fitted with a locking lever.; Stainless model gate is fabricated from 12-gauge type 304 stainless steel.
Conveyor Chain: Material is conveyed from the hopper to distributor disc by means of 662 pintle chain. The chain has a tensile rating of not less than 11,000 lbs. on each side. The flight bars measure ¼" x 1" and are spaced on 5" centers.
Conveyor Tensioning: The conveyor chain take-ups have an adjustable range of 3 inches. The take-up springs are enclosed in tubes. Therefore, the grease is protected. All shafts are bearing supported. The take-up bearings and 4-bolt bearings are equipped with lube fittings.
Direct Drive Spinner Control: A "Direct Drive" Gear Box is incorporated to transmit power from the engine to the spinner without the use of sprockets or drive chains. This feature allows the operator to vary the speed of the spinner for a narrow walkway of 4 feet or a roadway of 35 feet by changing the engine speed.
Drive System: The shielded engine drive system has a 6:1 reduction unit for high torque and long life. The engines main driveshaft (as well as all attached gears and chains) is horizontal, not vertical. The conveyor is actuated from the cab by a magnetic clutch, which stops material spread when the toggle switch is put into the off position. The engine operates at half throttle. All shafts are 1" diameter and are bearing supported. The conveyor chain is driven by two 8 tooth sprockets, timed to the main driveshaft.
Summary Of Features 14 ga. Steel hopper with single piece sides and ends 4 gussets (ea. side) - 8’ hopper 3" structural base channels Balanced lifting eye with main brace Second support brace Adjustable spring loaded take-ups Adjustable chute deflectors 14" balanced spinner disc Direct drive spinner control Heavy duty drive clutch 13" conveyor with 662 pintle chain 8 hp Briggs I/C engine with electric start, front and rear Equipped with wood runners for easy loading and clean out Heavy duty screen Heavy duty holddown strap & ratchet set 12V battery and battery box Quick disconnect cab and engine harness with in-cab controls Electric throttle and choke control