Abstract: Apparatus and method are provided for stirring an explosive materials mixture maintained in a molten state to ensure homogeneity of its composition and for simultaneous transfer of predetermined quantities thereof, by effecting the transfers primarily in a horizontal direction, via a plurality of positive displacement piston-cylinder mechanisms and a corresponding plurality of pneumatically controlled spool valves for injection into a plurality of munitions items through detachable intermediate distribution elements that also serve as temporary risers.

Abstract: Apparatus and method are provided for stirring an explosive materials mixe maintained in a molten state to ensure homogeneity of its composition and for transfer of predetermined quantities thereof, by transfers primarily in a horizontal direction, via a positive displacement piston/cylinder system and a pneumatically controlled spool valve for injection into a munitions item through a detachable intermediate element that serves as a temporary riser. An explosive material mixture, containing a molten component and particulate matter which would otherwise precipitate out, is thus delivered in a homogeneous form into an individual munitions item of arbitrary shape and size in an amount controlled to ensure safe and adequate filling of the munitions item, the provision of a small surplus of material to accommodate shrinkage during cooling of the filled explosive material, and limiting the amount of riser scrap that must be collected and disposed subsequent to each such filling.