Glossary: KL

Knocking

The flapping of the conveyor chain that results from either excess chain tension or insufficient tension (chain sagging), or from a reduction in output from the driving motor.

Synonym: Surging

Lift, Elevator

The equipment that is used to carry products up or down, or to transfer them from one process to another. Also defined as a work table for coating operations, which can be moved up or down, in order to paint objects located in high places.

Limited Thermometer

A device that is utilized to automatically stop burner combustion when the internal temperature of an oven exceeds a preset value.

Synonyms: Overheating Prevention Device, Heat-Limiting Device.

Liquid-Gas Ratio

The mixing ratio of air (exhaust air) and water in gas-liquid contact equipment, such as humidifiers for booth air conditioning and Venturi scrubbers for exhaust gas treatment.