pusher plate

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pusher plate

A device that moves fluids in a specific direction.

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Instead, the Novacor uses a solenoid-based linear driver that attaches to the pusher plate inside the pump.

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The polycarbonate collimation plate bears against the pusher plate through an intervening layer of sponge rubber.

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The top of the pusher plate is only 2920 mm (about 9 ft) above ground, giving considerable working versatility as the load may be emptied where required.

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Because there are two pusher plates, each one travels through half a stroke, which results in a milder deformation of the pusher plate sec," he said.

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The machine also features a 600mm food grade take-off conveyor and pot eject cylinder and pusher plate.

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During each stroke, air enters the pump behind the pusher plate to keep the system at atmospheric pressure.