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Dracyon’s goal with Air Cannons are to decrease your costs while improving cleaning.

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Designed to close tight without leaks, eliminating the need to replace gaskets after each use.

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  • Air Cannon Sealing: The Hidden Factor Behind Performance

    This video highlights one of the most overlooked contributors to air cannon performance: proper sealing. Even when systems are equipped with the right pressure, tank size, and nozzle configuration, a compromised seal can significantly reduce effectiveness. Air loss at the valve or discharge point prevents energy from being fully delivered into the buildup zone, which…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 5 with Peter Klee of IGS – Podcast

    In this episode of All About Air Cannons, Peter Klee of IGS (Industrial Gas Systems) joins the discussion to share insights from decades of experience working with compressed air systems and industrial gas technologies. The conversation explores how compressed air infrastructure directly impacts the performance and reliability of air cannon systems, along with common challenges…

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  • Dracyon Knows Nozzles

    This video demonstrates the evolution of air cannon nozzle design and why selecting the correct nozzle is critical to effective material flow cleaning. The demonstration compares traditional nozzle concepts with modern high-velocity designs, showing how airflow direction, velocity, and coverage dramatically affect cleaning performance. By examining different nozzle geometries and installation approaches, the video highlights…

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  • Acoustic Cleaning

    This video demonstrates how acoustic cleaning technology can be used to remove ash, dust, and buildup from industrial equipment without causing damage to the catalyst structure. Acoustic cleaners use low-frequency, high-energy sound waves to break up particulate deposits and keep surfaces clear, allowing systems like SCR catalysts, ducts, and heat-exchange equipment to maintain proper airflow…

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  • Dracyon’s Manual Catalyst Cleaning

    This video highlights how proper catalyst maintenance can significantly extend the operational life of SCR catalyst systems used in industrial emissions control. By removing fouling, ash buildup, and other contaminants that restrict airflow and reaction efficiency, facilities can restore catalyst performance and avoid the costly need for premature replacement. The footage illustrates the impact of…

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  • Dracyon’s Grand Opening on 7/21/25 in Jacksonville, AL

    This video highlights the grand opening of Dracyon Corp’s new location in Jacksonville, Alabama, celebrating a major milestone for the company and its growing presence in the industrial solutions sector. The event brings together team members, partners, and members of the local community to mark the launch of the facility and showcase Dracyon’s commitment to…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 6 with Connor Shelton of Dracyon Corp. – Podcast

    All About Air Cannons, hosted by Connor Shelton of Dracyon Corp., explores the technology, engineering, and real-world applications behind industrial air cannon systems. Each episode features conversations with engineers, operators, and industry experts about the challenges of material buildup and flow problems in demanding environments like cement plants, power generation facilities, and other bulk material…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 4 with Derrick McDaniel – Podcast

    In this episode of All About Air Cannons, Derrick McDaniel joins the discussion to talk about air cannon nozzles and how they are applied to solve real-world material buildup problems in industrial plants. Derrick shares insights on how nozzle design influences blast direction, airflow dynamics, and overall cleaning effectiveness. The conversation also covers practical considerations…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 3 with Troy Langley – Podcast

    In Episode 3 of the All About Air Cannons Podcast, we speak with Troy Langley, founder and Executive Director of Refcon Specialist Group, about the critical role air cannon nozzles play in material flow and cleaning performance. The discussion explores how different nozzle designs affect blast direction, volume, and efficiency, and why matching the correct…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 2 with Chris Landers – Podcast

    In Episode 2 of the All About Air Cannons Podcast, we sit down with air cannon expert Chris Landers to discuss the evolution of air cannon and nozzle development. With experience across multiple major air cannon manufacturers and several patented technologies, Chris shares insights on how design philosophy, blast volume, and nozzle shape impact cleaning…

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  • All About Air Cannons Podcast, Episode 1 with Jeff Shelton – Podcast

    In Episode 1 of the All About Air Cannons podcast, industry expert Jeff Shelton breaks down the fundamentals of air cannon technology and how it is used to material flow in heavy industries. The discussion covers the basics of how air cannons work, common installation and maintenance considerations, and how facilities can optimize their systems…

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  • How to Improve SCR Performance

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  • Blasting Assumptions

    Dracyon considers the common weaknesses of air cannons, and explains how they can be overcome.

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  • Blasting 100 lbs of Sand

    A simple demo of a 8″, 300 Liter Air Cannon blasting 100 lbs of sand!

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  • Replace 2 Air Cannons with 1

    Technology has finally caught up to the Air Cannon!

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  • Air Cannon Mistakes That Cost Plants Millions

    A poorly installed air cannon doesn’t just underperform — it can quietly drain compressed air, weaken equipment, and leave dangerous buildups in place. A single 50 scfm leak costs roughly $6.8k–$11k per year (at $0.26–$0.42 per 1,000 scf). Multiply that across a fleet and the penalty climbs toward hundreds of thousands per year.

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  • Did You Know? The Big Dog Air Cannon

    Replacement of Martin Engineering Air Cannons has become frequent. The total is quickly approaching 200 Martin Air Cannons being removed from service and Dracyon’s Big Dog Air Cannon Cleaning System is being placed into service.

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  • Compressed air as a resource

    Compressed air is a valuable resource in any industrial plant. It is critical for the proper operation of the plants and in some cases can be linked to either the success or failure of specific equipment in the plant. This is 100 per cent true for air cannons. An air cannon’s reliability as well as…

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  • Manual Cleaning: Wasting Time, Air, and Money

    For decades, I’ve seen plants lose millions to the same problems—underpowered cannons, wrong nozzles, poor placement, and constant manual cleaning. Dracyon’s approach ends that cycle. We combine proven engineering with field-tested results to deliver the cleaning power, reliability, and guarantees no one else offers.

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  • Having a Blast! World Cement

    Jeff Shelton, Dracyon, takes a closer look at the current state of air cannon maintenance within the cement industry, detailing why these practices need to be adapted in order to get the most out of what air cannons have to offer.

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