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Dry cleaning of containers – a clean solution
Dry cleaning – environmentally friendly and effective The ingenious design makes it possible to automatically clean containers that have been contaminated inside with product residue and dust. Thanks to the umbrella-like mechanism, it is also possible to clean containers with small inlet apertures, as the cleaning unit only unfolds once it is inside the container. The design can thus be adapted to virtually any geometric shape of rotationally symmetrical hoppers. Water is frequently used for cleaning containers. This necessitates expensive washing chambers and drier units, which need to be installed in separate parts of the building. Therefore, wet cleaning results in the containers being out of production for a longer time in order to carry out the cleaning and subsequent drying processes. In most cases, however, dry cleaning the containers is totally sufficient to remove any product residue reliably. This type of cleaning provides quite a few advantages if contrasted with wet cleaning. Since no water is used, the station
26.04.2017  |  14006x  |  Product description
AZO cyclone screening with ultrasonic assistance
AZO cyclone screening with ultrasonic assistance
AZO cyclone screeners combine operationally safe technology with high performance and easy maintenance and cleaning. The screeners can easily be integrated into existing systems thanks to their compact design. Recovery of coating powders – cutting costs with maximum use of products Like many other branches, the coating powder industry is also under growing financial pressure and yet at the same time it has to meet the most stringent quality standards. Efficient recovery of powder crucially improves process stability and operating efficiency. In order to avoid a drop in quality, it is necessary to use systems that eliminate foreign matter and agglomerates reliably. In combined operation with tried-and-tested vacuum conveying systems, AZO’s cyclone screeners have demonstrated outstanding results in recovering coating powder. These systems are also eminently suited for recycling powder overspray. AZO cyclone screening with ultrasonic assistance Sonic
25.04.2017  |  14542x  |  Press release  | 
Modular mixer installation: security and time savings
Modular mixer installation: security and time savings
Dinnissen has recently built a complete mixing plant for a German client, which includes six bulk bag unloading stations for the raw materials. The installation was intended for their new plant in Asia and the client wanted absolute assurance that the system worked smoothly with their somewhat sticky raw materials. It was also necessary to set up the facility in Asia in a very short period of time. The solution presented by Dinnissen consisted of a modular construction in a separate hall at their factory in Sevenum. The complete installation, 8 meters high, was assembled in a fully operational condition including wiring and controls. It consisted of a supply line with 6 bulk bag unloading stations, with the raw material dispensed through a Dinnissen Feeder Valve with ‘loss-in-weight’ dosing and transported to the Pegasus mixer by a bucket elevator. The final product was filled into bulk bags or containers. All the process steps had already been tested in
25.04.2017  |  3931x  |  Press release  | 
ManDos: an operator-guided manual weighing system
ManDos: an operator-guided manual weighing system
ManDos is known as a tried and tested system solution for exact weighing of colours, additives and other micro quantities. An operator-guided manual weighing process that can be adapted to specific requirements – accurate to the gram and true to the recipe. Flexible in application, it guarantees high product safety and reliability by ensuring reproducibility with the option of end-to-end documentation for every batch. Frequently it is not worth automating all the components which are needed in the paints and coatings industry. This is especially true in the case of small batches or low throughput, frequent changeover of products, or poor suitability of raw materials for automation. This is where the ManDos manual weighing system offers all the functionalities required for operator-guided manual weighing. The key functions are operator guidance during weighing, checking of the raw materials used with the aid of barcodes and saving of weighing results, in addition
19.04.2017  |  15757x  |  Product description  | 
Completion new project Leipzig
Completion new project Leipzig
M.I.P. recently assembled a full installation of silos and a steel construction for one of its loyal German customers, Agrartechnik Brinkmann. For this project, 12 silos with a storage capacity of 50m³ were produced. After their production, they were completely delivered and assembled by M.I.P in Zschortau, which is nearby the city of Leipzig. The silos are intended for the storage of feed. Additionally, they stand on a steel construction for trucks. On each side of a silo row, a walking bridge is provided so that the silos can be inspected and cleaned. On the silos a cat walk is also provided. Up from there, the trough screws are easy to reach. Both the cat walks can be reached through a cage ladder. The cat walks as well as the cage ladder of course comply with the European safety norms.
19.04.2017  |  4183x  |  Press release  | 
Seal Tite Diverter Handling Food Grade Plastic Divert sticky material from one source to two destinations
Seal Tite Diverter Handling Food Grade Plastic
Divert sticky material from one source to two destinations A producer of food grade plastic bags and packaging wrap for foods was in search of a solution for a problematic application. At one point in the operation hot, sticky plastic pellets are required to be diverted from a receiving hopper to either of two process lines. Diverters previously utilized were problematic in the fact that they had to be removed from service and cleaned frequently. Downtime was a major expense. After reviewing the application, The Vortex engineering team determined a Seal Tite Gravity Diverter could be modified to provide the best solution to the customers needs. A Vortex 2-way Seal Tite Gravity Diverter was engineered and manufactured to meet many application criteria. Food grade Viton rubber vane seals and Florisant 207 shaft seals were used to accommodate the 232°C to 260°C temperatures present. Special sight glasses were crafted in the legs of the Seal Tite. Through these, maintenance personnel make regular checks during the day
19.04.2017  |  3683x  |  Product news  | 
Largest infant food plant in Europe works with Lean Gravity
Largest infant food plant in Europe works with Lean Gravity
The Chinese infant food manufacturer, Synutra has invested in a new greenfield mega-plant located in Carhaix-Plouguer, Brittany. This facility processes milk into dry baby food intended for export to China. The plant requires 288 million litres milk per year, which is provided by 800 farmers from the Sodiaal regional cooperative. The construction of this greenfield plant began in 2014 and the process involved a total of ten suppliers from ten different countries. Dinnissen Process Technology came into the picture at a relatively late stage with an unusual proposal for the dry mixing line. This turned out to have so many advantages that the concept of the plant and the design of the building were substantially adjusted to suit it. Synutra already operates four infant food plants in China and had their own tried and tested procedure with mixing line, silos storage for the finished product and pneumatic or screw conveyors to the packaging line. Dinnissen made a proposal
18.04.2017  |  3779x  |  Press release  | 
Rhewum uses heated screening surfaces to avoid clogging Open screening surfaces through the electrical screen cloth heater of Rhewum
Rhewum uses heated screening surfaces to avoid clogging
Open screening surfaces through the electrical screen cloth heater of Rhewum When sieving moist and adhesive materials, screen cloths can easily get clogged. In order to counteract this, Rhewum uses heated screening surfaces. The Rhewum electrical screen cloth heater allows heating the surface to over 100 degrees Celsius. This temperature keeps the screen cloths open despite of moist fine materials. These dry onto the cloth and spall due to the extremely strong vibration of our electromagnetic drives. That way the screening surface remains open! This technology is particularly suitable for moist and adhesive materials such as fertilizers or naturally moist sands. The screen cloth heater can be used for all static machine types, but only with stainless steel meshes. In order to adjust the energy requirement, the heater can be manually controlled. The isolation of the side walls and the automated monitoring of the temperature ensure the safety of your business operation. Plug connectors allow a fast and easy exchange of the screen cloth. For
14.04.2017  |  2047x  |  Press release  | 
CEN-TRAX belt tracker increases installation availability No more mistracking problems
CEN-TRAX belt tracker increases installation availability
No more mistracking problems In April 2016 TBK spillage control bv has supplied two CEN-TRAX SO-2000 return trackers to an open pit mine in the north of Finland. The return trackers are installed on two mobile conveyor belt installations, each with a belt width of 2000 mm. Through the mobile conveyor installations a fixed conveyor belt installation is fed by several belt conveyors. Due to the uneven terrain, mistracking of both mobile conveyors caused unplanned stoppages of the installation. Both CEN-TRAX return trackers are in operation for one year without a single problem. Two belt trackers have increased the availability of the installation by 30%!
13.04.2017  |  3838x  |  Product news  | 
Dinnissen is developing by a mix of innovations
Dinnissen has broadened the deployability of its mixers, thanks to a mix of innovations. The mixers have been further improved in several areas, and, moreover, they explicitly consider the role of the mixer in the overall operation. That is why the validation of mixing processes have now been added to their service. The desire for constant innovation has recently led to the introduction of the ’Improved D-Topline’, a model based on the familiar Pegasus double-axle paddle mixer. The geometry of the installation is modified in such a way that the upper sides of the mixing chamber lean in towards each other, resulting in a drop shape. The negative angle of inclination in the upper side of the mixing chamber reduces the risk of product adhesion. In addition, the ’Improved D-Topline ”can be equipped with an additional hatch (’front hedge’) on the front. This feature makes it much easier to inspect or clean the mixer. In some cases, thanks to this hatch, a
11.04.2017  |  3810x  |  Press release
The countdown for ”Schüttgut 2017” is running Infastaub presents itself in hall 4, stand E09
The countdown for ”Schüttgut 2017” is running
Infastaub presents itself in hall 4, stand E09 On May 10th and 11th, 2017, it‘s all about handling of bulk solids. In the centre of the trade fair are the manifold transport and process steps of coarse and fine grained materials - dedusting technology is part of that. Infastaub is exhibitor at the „Schüttgut“ since the very beginning and exhibits also this year. We present at the stand among others a transparent cartridge filter with visible cleaning device and different filter media. This way, the interior can be excellently viewed during cleaning with pressurized air pulses. You would like to visit us at the fair? You find us in hall 4, stand 09. Or demand your entry voucher right away. Send us an e-mail or fax or just call us!
10.04.2017  |  11670x  |  Press release  | 
Continuous gravimetric dosing
of powdered products AZODOS® product family AZODOS® type P … DV dosing unit is used for volumetric metering of powdered products in weighing and finishing processes. The machine can be used in the food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and plastics industries for feeding production processes with a constant mass flow in coarse or fine flow. By adding a weighing device, the machine can be extended to form the AZODOS® type P... DW dosing system for gravimetric feeding of processes. The machine can be used as loss-in-weight scales to dose small quantities into the downstream system with gram accuracy. The AZODOS® P… DW is used with the AZO®CONT dosing controls for feeding continuous gravimetric processes, resulting in a DDW loss-in-weight feeder. Key advantages • stainless chrome nickel steel design with various surface finishes • high grade dosing screws • easy-to-clean system for rapid changeover of components • compact design • easy to extend thanks to modular design • maximum dosing accuracy
10.04.2017  |  13307x  |  Product description
Big bag discharge systems all-purpose connection system for more flexibility
Big bag discharge systems
all-purpose connection system for more flexibility AZO’s time-tested big bag connection system has acquired some additional, very practical new features specifically for this application. Independent connection systems have been developed to meet the special requirements in the sector of big bag handling. The big bag discharge system with vacuum docking ensures a dust-tight connection for big bags and reliable discharge of free-flowing bulk solids. It is therefore especially suitable for big bags that have no discharge spout or only a very short one. It is possible to discharge the entire contents of one big bag into the next hopper within a short time. The advantages of the system: • no dependence on suppliers of raw materials • for universal use • simple construction makes it easy to clean • saves height and space • high-grade chromium-nickel steel design The big bag being discharged is lifted with hoisting gear and lowered onto the big bag discharge station until it comes into contact
10.04.2017  |  12300x  |  Press release  | 
Automation of measurement series for particle size measureme Simple. Flexible. Reliable.
Automation of measurement series for particle size measureme
Simple. Flexible. Reliable. Worldwide the Laser Particle Sizer ANALYSETTE 22 ensures precise determination of particle size distributions in an extremely wide measuring range of 0.01 – 2100 µm – in production and quality control as well as in research and development. Benefit from decisive advantages: extremely simple operation and short analysis times for consistently reproducible and reliable results. AutoSampler Ideal for efficient automation of measurement series: The practical AutoSampler provides automatic sample feeding as a simple attachment for the wet dispersion unit of the ANALYSETTE 22. - Work completely independently, right from the start - 26 positions for 40 ml standard containers - Reliable complete sample feeding due to tilt function and programmable rinsing function with a strong spray jet - Automatic assignment of the position and measuring result by means the software - All function sequences, such as the dispersion and measurement duration, can be specified for
10.04.2017  |  14773x  |  Product news  |   | 
Quality assurance in the plastics industry Metal separators guarantee high-quality extruded plastic foils
Quality assurance in the plastics industry
Metal separators guarantee high-quality extruded plastic foils About Vinipack Vinipack S.A. in Bogota, Colombia, produces high-quality plastic foils and cellophane. The foils primarily are made of PVC and PET. Vinipack permanently is searching for possible improvements to reach an even higher rate of customer satisfaction. Quality and quality inspection are of outstanding importance. The objective of Vinipack is to be nationally and internationally recognised as a reliable supplier of high-quality products. From raw materials and from machine wear, metal particles may get into the production processes. For the reliable removal of such metal particles Vinipack uses Sesotec PROTECTOR-MF metal separators for quality assurance. Through our Socomex distribution partner, who has a long-standing customer relationship with Vinipack, Sesotec supplied metal separators of type PROTECTOR-MF for the inspection and cleaning of PVC powder. Since these metal separators were installed, production at Vinipack has been running without any machine
10.04.2017  |  11189x  |  Press release  | 
Coating solutions from Lödige at Interpack Top speed for micro-batches
Coating solutions from Lödige at Interpack
Top speed for micro-batches With the LC series of coaters, Gebr. Lödige Maschinenbau GmbH offers a highly efficient solution specifically for coating tasks in the pharmaceutical industry. Thanks to sophisticated process technology, the LC series of coaters works up to 40% faster than conventional devices. Now Lödige is also moving up a gear in small-scale production: the newly-developed lab model LC Lab is a highly efficient addition to the series for micro-batches. The new model is of modular design, enabling it to be assembled according to specific requirements. Batch sizes are variable due to a divisible drum. Furthermore, the machine features an FDA-compliant body material with new functionality. The nozzle arm of the laboratory model was developed together with Düsen-Schlick. As with the proven models of the LC series, the innovative concept permits perfect adjustment of the nozzle position to the tablet bed. This produces optimum results with short process times. In addition, the lab
10.04.2017  |  9920x  |  Press release  | 
Lödige at „Schüttgut Dortmund (Solids)“  Open for savings
Lödige at „Schüttgut Dortmund (Solids)“
Open for savings Energy savings are a central topic for Lödige at the „Schüttgut Dortmund (Solids)“. An example is the High Efficiency Shovel® presented by the company located in Paderborn/Germany – a special shovel designed for the mixing of solids in horizontal Ploughshare Mixers. Compared to a standard shovel, this patented development requires less drive power. Substantial energy savings are the result. The innovative shovel concept of the High Efficiency Shovel® – in short HES® – immediately catches the eye: in contrast to standard shovels, the solution developed by the Paderborn-based mixer experts features an opening. The latter results in a significant reduction of about 40% in the starting torque and reduces the idle power. In this way the mixer can be equipped with a motor of less power. The special efficiency of the shovel is also apparent in the operation of the Ploughshare mixer: the torque is reduced by about 10 %, enabling further energy savings. The
10.04.2017  |  9606x  |  Press release  | 
ACHEMA 2018: Preparations moving into high gear
ACHEMA 2018: Preparations moving into high gear
There is still over a year to go before ACHEMA 2018 opens, nevertheless preparations are moving into high gear: more than 2,400 companies have already ordered a stand; by the time the halls open on 11 June 2018 the organisers expect the exhibitor figure to top the 3,800 mark, all set to present their products and technologies to some 170,000 visitors from all over the world. This time the world’s leading trade show for the process industry will zero in on three focal topics: Flexible Production, Biotech for Chemistry, and Chemical and Pharmaceutical Logistics. Suppliers will show the latest innovations in the chemical, pharmaceutical and food processing industries in 11 exhibition groups: from laboratory equipment to pumps, compressors and other components through to complete packaging lines. The accompanying congress with around 800 lectures will provide complementary information on future trends, backed up with applications and issues from industry. In 2018 the
07.04.2017  |  8983x  |  Press release  | 
New XL Cutting Mill Accepts Large Sample Pieces RETSCH have added a new model to their cutting mill family
New XL Cutting Mill Accepts Large Sample Pieces
RETSCH have added a new model to their cutting mill family The SM 400 XL is perfectly suitable for primary size reduction of very large sample pieces measuring up to 17 cm x 22 cm, but can also achieve the required final fineness in one step, depending on the application. The large surface of the bottom sieve (240 mm x 240 mm) permits processing of large sample volumes, resulting in a higher throughput than is possible with smaller cutting mills. The high torque of the innovative 3 kW drive with flywheel mass allows for exceptionally effective primary size reduction of soft to medium-hard, tough-elastic, and fibrous samples as well as heterogeneous material mixes. The SM 400 XL even processes temperature-sensitive samples without too much heat built-up. When operated with the optional cyclone-suction-combination the mill is also suitable for grinding light materials or small quantities. The RETSCH cutting mill range includes three proven models for different requirements – SM 100 is the budget-priced basic model,
06.04.2017  |  10547x  |  Product news  |   | 
steinexpo 2017 – Press release no. 5 The stage is set
steinexpo 2017 – Press release no. 5
The stage is set 20 March 2017: When the 10th steinexpo draws an estimated more than 45,000 visitors from 30 August 2017 for four days to the largest basalt quarry in Europe, the experts from the national and international raw and building material industry will experience an impressive tour de force. First to be mentioned are of course the magnificent presentations of exhibitors at various demo shows. And complementing this is the enhanced professionalism in the setup of and setting up the ”fairgrounds in the quarry” per se. This time, special attention is paid to comfort in the MHI Nieder-Ofleiden stone quarry during the steinexpo exhibition time. Optimally synchronised visitor flow in time with the announced live shows is well catered for. Whereas previously only shuttle buses were available for longer walking distances from the one rock face to the next, two powerful elevators between areas B/C and C/D will be installed from mid-August this year. This will especially please
06.04.2017  |  9932x  |  Press release  | 
Open screening surfaces through the electrical screen cloth  When sieving moist and adhesive materials, screen cloths can easily get clogged.
Open screening surfaces through the electrical screen cloth
When sieving moist and adhesive materials, screen cloths can easily get clogged. Our electrical screen cloth heater allows heating the surface to over 100 degrees Celsius. This temperature keeps the screen cloths open despite of moist fine materials. These dry onto the cloth and spall due to the extremely strong vibration of our electromagnetic drives. That way the screening surface remains open! This technology is particularly suitable for moist and adhesive materials such as fertilizers or naturally moist sands. The screen cloth heater can be used for all static machine types, but only with stainless steel meshes. In order to adjust the energy requirement, the heater can be manually controlled. The isolation of the side walls and the automated monitoring of the temperature ensure the safety of your business operation. Plug connectors allow a fast and easy exchange of the screen cloth. More on: http://bit.ly/2o0r3g9
06.04.2017  |  10537x  |  Product news  | 
Baby formula mixing
Baby formula mixing
Producers of infant formula bear a great responsibility. Baby food must be healthy and one hundred percent pure. These high quality demands are only met if the raw material components are prepared in quality-controlled sys-tems. In the manufacturing process for dietetic foodstuffs, precision mixers are always involved for the admixing of trace elements and vitamins. This process must be carried out with high precision where the dosage and the mixing quality are concerned. With these requirements in view, amixon® has developed an interesting innovation: a single-shaft mixing system with comparatively small dimensions. This precision mixer is characterised by particularly short mixing and dis-charging times, amongst other things. It is thus capable of processing large product quantities in a short cycle time. Ideal mixing qualities and excellent particle protection are achieved in a new way. The mixing container consists of a silo-like container in whose centre a
06.04.2017  |  9558x  |  Press release  | 
AZO®Plus – Get more information
AZO®Plus – Get more information
Everything in one place – the new information platform from AZO gives you important information about your machines and systems. Use an RFID or a QR Code reader to identify the component you need, and you will get all the relevant data in a single app: operating and maintenance instructions, installation videos, certifications and other important documents, online shop for spare parts, electrical wiring diagrams and more. It is sadly still often the case in many manufacturing companies that operating instructions and plant documentation live out a lonely existence in a cupboard somewhere. Other documents, such as the spare parts catalogue, might be in the procurement department – locked up and out of sight. And installation videos? No chance! As a result, the need for maintenance personnel to access these important documents at any time is often unintentionally denied. AZO is coming to the rescue with its new information platform, AZO®Plus. Each component
05.04.2017  |  11228x  |  Press release  | 
Robust MOLOSroto DF25  Rotary blade level indicator with robust angled jib
Robust MOLOSroto DF25
Rotary blade level indicator with robust angled jib MOLOSroto level indicators are the best choice for all level control applications in bulk solids. It doesn’t matter whether it is dusty, powdery, or granulated bulk material; these measurement devices guarantee high reliability and safe operation even in very hard and extreme applications. The level measurement of sludge and pastes is no problem as well. You can get the MOLOSroto DF25 as all devices of these series with ATEX approvals for all potentially explosive dust and gas atmospheres as well as for hybrid mixtures. Even process temperatures up to 350 oC are no problem for this measuring device. In combination with the accessory “area separating element” the MOLOSroto DF25 can be used with process pressures up to 25 bars as well. Such a wide range of applications make these rotary paddle switches unique in the worldwide market. The main field of application of this measuring device is the detection of demand or empty filling levels within silos and bins.
05.04.2017  |  14095x  |  Product news  |   | 
Secure product feeding through integrated screening
AZO feeding hopper type ET... AZO feeding hopper type ET...VS GA with integrated vibrating perforated sheet and evacuation of coarse materials The hopper serves to feed bulk solids in powdered and granular form into closed materials handling systems, such as pneumatic conveying systems. Products can be fed from sacks, boxes, barrels or similar receptacles. As different branches will have very diverse requirements regarding quality and hygiene, the feeding hoppers are available in a variety of materials and surface finishes. After opening the lid to the feeding hopper, the aspiration process of the interior starts, thus preventing dust from escaping while the product is poured in. Depending on the requirements, dust filtration can be implemented either via an attached individual filter with built-in filter cleaning or via a central filter station. To assist discharge of bulk materials with poor flow properties, the feeding hoppers have been fitted with rappers, vibrators, bin activators or
03.04.2017  |  10745x  |  Product news
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