Wedge wire basket processing involves the manufacturing and fabrication techniques used to create baskets made from wedge wire screen. Wedge wire baskets are widely used in various industries for applications such as filtration, dewatering, solid-liquid separation, and containment of solids. The processing of wedge wire baskets includes several steps, such as material selection, wire profiling, welding, forming, and finishing.
Material Selection: The first step in wedge wire basket processing is selecting the appropriate material for the basket based on the application requirements. Common materials used for wedge wire baskets include stainless steel, carbon steel, and other corrosion-resistant alloys, depending on the compatibility with the material being processed and the operating conditions.
Wire Profiling: In this step, individual wires are shaped into a specific profile to create the basket structure. The profiling process involves precision cutting and shaping of the wire to achieve the desired shape, typically forming a series of V-shaped wires or wedge-shaped wires with accurately controlled dimensions. The wire profile design is chosen to optimize the filtration or separation performance of the basket.
Welding: The profiled wires are then welded to support rods or frame to form a continuous and rigid structure. The support rods or frame provide structural integrity to the basket.
Forming: After the welding process, the welded profiled wire elements are formed into the basket shape. This can be achieved through various techniques, such as bending the welded elements into the desired basket configuration or attaching them to a preformed frame or support structure.
Finishing: After forming the wedge wire basket, it may undergo additional finishing processes. This can include surface treatments such as cleaning, deburring, or polishing to remove any sharp edges or surface imperfections. The basket may also be coated or plated to enhance corrosion resistance, improve surface characteristics, or meet specific industry standards.
