The Butterworth Type K automated tank cleaning machine provides 360° impact indexed coverage for cleaning tank interiors. The Butterworth Type K is the world’s most successful design in terms of durability and reliance with thousands of machines in service worldwide.

In Application
The K machine’s primary construction material is bronze alloys and employs an integrated turbine drive. The Type K Machine has the ability to clean tanks up to a capacity of 10,000,000 gallons (38,000 m3) or higher when multiple machines are used.

Operational
The Butterworth Type K machine uses stream impingement technology  to create a pattern matrix similar to a ball of twine (see cleaning pattern simulation below). A complete pattern is established when 63 axial revolutions of the body have been completed. During the process of this pattern development, 2 cycles are established with each cycle increasing the density of the pattern matrix.

User Benefits
High durability- workhorse of the industry
Elimination of confined space entry
High jet-stream impact
Reduced cleaning times
Reduced effluent generation
Reduced energy costs

Specifications Summary

Pressure Range: Maximum : 250 PSI (17.3 Bar), Nominal Range : 85-150 PSI (5.9-103 Bar)
Flow Range: 0-345 GPM (79 m3/hr)
Maximum Temperature: Static : 250°F, Operational : 250°F
Minimum Opening: K Machine : 9.00” (228.6mm), SK Machine : 9.00” (228.6mm)
Drive Type: Integrated turbine
Materials of Construction (As Standard): Bronze alloys (See manual for parts detail)
Weight: K Machine : 48 lbs. (21.77 kg), SK Machine : 58 lbs. (26.31 kg)