News items November 2023

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High-quality measurement technology with exclusive 6-year warranty; The UWT quality promise: Modern - Durable - Sustainable The UWT Group is considered an expert for simple, safe and accurate level measurement, point level determination and interface detection in any type of bulk solids and liquids. The many years of success are based on the high quality of the products, innovative thinking and close cooperation with customers. That is why the company is the first manufacturer of measurement technology on the global industrial markets to offer a warranty extension to 6 years for all UWT sensors. The UWT quality promise Modern - Durable - Sustainable; Plant builders and end customers around the world appreciate the customer-specific and user-friendly technologies of the German medium-sized company as well as the easy handling and longevity of the UWT sensors. With many years of experience, the company knows that high-quality and maintenance-free sensor technology is an important aspect for plant operators in all industries. Measurement technology at the highest level Guaranteed quality

For our customer from Finland, Santa Claus Ltd, we are developing a new system for the effective bagging of gifts: the VeloBag X-MAS. Here is an insight into the work of our design department. High-performance bagging with connected robot palletizing and sled loading: Our innovative VeloBag X-MAS system is designed for efficient bagging of Christmas gifts and helps Santa and his elves to deliver presents on time this year.

PAYPER’s open-mouth baggers renew the concept of bulk good packaging by combining precision, efficiency, and versatility. Speed 1,800 bags/h. Bag sizes: 5-25 kg In a market where precision and efficiency are principal, PAYPER introduces its upgraded open-mouth bagging range. This improved series comprises six fully automatic models capable of reaching speeds of up to 1,800 bags per hour. They adapt to a diverse range of dry bulk materials, whether free-flowing or non-free-flowing. These modernized machines are compatible with various types of pre-made open-mouth bags, weighing between 5 to 25 kg, crafted from an array of materials such as paper, PE, PP, Aluminium, or combined PE and paper. The quick and easy change between bag sizes is managed in a quick and easy way, making this range of bagging machines even more user-friendly. The new CSA open-mouth bagging line is meticulously redesigned and optimized to reduce energy consumption while elevating production speeds. A newly introduced patented bag presentation system plays an important role in the improvement of this range, enabling production speeds at an impressive rate

A PENKO-designed industrial scale range for heavy duty environments. A multi-functional and highly accurate weighing system. Robust, fast and user-friendly. PENKO Bench scales are manufactured from stainless steel, type 304 with an integrated control panel. They also contain stainless steel load cells (type AISI 420) with an IP rating of 68/69K. Both the load cell and the electronics used are OIML certified. The scales include 4 height adjustable caster wheels and can be used for weight indication or piece counting as well as advanced versions. The manual filling / check weighing version shows a bar graph to indicate the correctness of the weight against the setpoint. The registration version makes it possible to register specific weighing data for further processing in e.g. spreadsheet program or ERP system. Features * Multifunctional indicator with multiple applications – can be set as indicator, piece counter or checkweigher * Advanced technology and accurate weight measurements which save time and reduce waste when packaging and shipping items correctly * User-friendly interface with easy-to-understand controls

Successful acceptance by our customer Martinswerk GmbH, Germany The complex full-line filling system for bags and FIBCs was put through its paces by our customer. The overall package is supplemented by transport lines and robot palletizing. The acceptance test took place as planned at the Greif Velox plant in Lübeck.

India’s rise to become the second largest cement producer and ScrapeTec’s success story with AirScrape India’s largest and only cement magazine, the 38-year-old Indian Cement Review magazine is scheduled to host the 14th Cement EXPO on 14th - 15th December at Hotel Manekshaw Center, New Delhi. The co-located 9th Indian Cement Review Conference will address the cement industry’s ambitions to deliver sustainable, low-carbon cement, in line with the 2030 carbon reduction targets, while navigating the major economic forces impacting businesses at present. The cement industry in India is a major contributor to the country’s economy. In 2023, the industry produced 356 million tons of cement, making India the second largest cement producer in the world. Scrapetec is also looking forward to participating in the Cement EXPO in Delhi and presenting innovative solutions in the field of cement technology. The participation in this important event underlines its commitment to the Indian cement industry. Actually, ScrapeTec had planned to enter the Indian market in

On-site appointment at the Greif Velox factory in Lübeck. In the future, our customer will use the VeloVac vacuum packer from Greif-Velox for the bagging of fine powdery substances. For him, this means dust-free, efficient and absolutely clean bagging of his chemical products. We are on board.

Our company was founded exactly 32 years ago today, on 22 November 1991 Since then, we have experienced an impressive journey through challenges and successes. What began with control technology has become an important player in the bulk solids industry and the market leader in solutions for silo logistics, bagging and packaging technology over the last three decades. We have successfully realised numerous highly innovative research projects. Today, our customers include big player#s such as Lanxess, Evonik, BASF, Lyondellbasell, Sabic and Borealis, who place their trust in us and work with us again and again on new projects. We are proud of the fact that we are not only successful in Germany, but have also been recognised on an international level. We are determined to continue to drive our innovations and pursue our mission with our customers and partners with the same passion that inspired us 32 years ago.

Quick delivery program for standard devices with extensive configuration options for use in the plastics industry Schönberg, November 2023 Sesotec, one of the leading developers and manufacturers of detection, separation and sorting systems, has achieved a remarkable increase in efficiency in the record year 2023: An optimized alignment of production processes, including lean methods, makes it possible to produce the proven metal separators of the PROTECTOR, RAPID VARIO-FS and GF series as ”fast lane” products ready for dispatch within just five working days from order placement. Sesotec COO Stefan Feldmeier comments: ”The fast delivery program, which is unique in the industry, not only reflects the continuous development of our company, but also the decades of experience and extensive expertise of our employees. The combination of all factors is the basis for our success.” This achievement underlines Sesotec’s market leadership and reliability in the plastics industry. ”If our customers have problems with metal contamination during the production or processing

Thanks to the powerful weighing and control technology, up to 40 big bags can be filled per hour. Each big bag has a net weight of 1200 kg. High throughput with W&M approved SysTec weighing indicators When it comes to filling raw materials into big bags, high throughputs are crucial. Therefore, SIBELCO uses a fully automatic EMDE station for cristobalite filling with a W&M approved SysTec weighing indicator IT8000E. Products: * IT8000E: robust SysTec weighing terminal for continuous operation * SysTec application software BIG BAG E ensures fast big bag filling processes * Fully automatic EMDE filling station with robot handling The key facts * 40 filled big bags per hour * 1200 kg net weight per big bag * W&M approved weighing electronics * Recipe management via PLC * Fast implementation of the fully automatic filling station by EMDE In Dessel, Belgium, SIBELCO operates the fully automatic filling station for cristobalite - designed and installed by the plant manufacturer EMDE within a short period of time. Thanks to the powerful weighing and control technology, up to 40 big bags can be filled per hour. Each big bag has a net weight of 1200 kg.

New Coperion Test Center for optimizing plastics recycling. In this high-tech test center for plastics recycling applications, every recycling process step can be tested. Coperion has successfully launched operation of its new Recycling Innovation Center. In this high-tech test center for plastics recycling applications, every recycling process step – from material handling and feeding to extrusion, compounding, pelletizing, material postprocessing and deodorization – can be tested. Extensively equipped recycling systems are available that can be modified in myriad ways, depending upon the specific requirements of the recyclate to be produced. Coperion’s new Recycling Innovation Center is the perfect complement to the Herbold Meckesheim Test Center, where customers can simulate and test the mechanical pretreatment of plastic, allowing customers to experience first-hand the significant reduction in organic impurities by using Herbold Meckesheim’s hot washing system, as an example. Herbold Meckesheim has been part of Coperion’s Recycling Business Unit since 2022. Recycling Machinery on the Cutting Edge of Technology The Recycling

A large grain storage facility in the south of England required a reliable content measuring device to replace an old acoustic wave system which was no longer functioning. Configured was a non-contact radar measurement device from UWT combined with a visualization software. Non-contact continuous level measurement UWT (UK) Limited proposed the use of the free-radiating radar NivoRadar® NR 3100 which could be supplied with an aiming flange. The integrated aiming flange allowed the radar to be mounted in the same position as the previous acoustic wave device which was close to the silo side wall and which allowed for the narrow 4˚ beam to be aimed towards the lowest point of the silo. This saved the customer time and money as they didn’t need to move the mounting position towards the centre of the silo where the silo was filled from. Free-radiating radar sensors can determine the level of a medium without contact. The so-called FMCW radar measurement method (Frequency Modulated Continous Wave) is used for this purpose. The transmitted signal is modulated between two known frequency values (NivoRadar® 78...79 GHz) and the difference

The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology has released the short course calendar for 2024 and online registration is now open. Register before 31 December and pay 2023 fees. Held either online or at the Wolfson Centre offices in Chatham, Kent, we offer courses in a variety of bulk materials handling subjects. The full calendar of courses is now available on our website, including those only available as in-company courses. Early Bird Registration The following courses on powder handling will take place in January and February 2024. Register for these online courses before 31 December and pay 2023 fees. * Undesired Deblending and Separation in Processes and Equipment; * Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials; * Caking and Lump Formation of Powders and Bulk Solids These three courses will be led by Dr Vivek Garg; Vivek’s area of expertise focuses on solving flow related problems in bulk solids handling industries and the development of the novel mechanical surface energy tester, which will feature in the Bulk Behaviour course above. He has been involved in various research projects such

Simplicity for the user – that’s an important guiding principle at VEGA. It also applies to the many tools that are available for operating sensors and other devices. From October 2023, the range of capabilities will be considerably expanded. What’s new? VEGA is making the previously chargeable ’full version’ of its DTM Collection the free ’standard version’ for everyone: “We want to provide our customers with everything they need for quick and easy setup, diagnosis and maintenance,” explains product manager Ralf Höll – i.e. a comprehensive range of operational and maintenance functions at no additional cost. The DTM Collection comes with many valuable functions, including a calculation assistant for complex vessel geometries, extensive instrument documentation, diagnostics, recording and storage onto VEGA DataViewer. What are the biggest advantages? The VEGA DTM Collection is an entire software package that includes many useful features. For example, it enables saving or printing simple instrument set up overview documentation into PDF format. “Another valuable tool is the DataViewer,” emphasises product manager Philipp Ketterer. This Windows-based software is used to conveniently

Kryptile ceramic liners combine the properties of aluminium oxide ceramics with the huge impact resistance and toughness of Kryptane polyurethane. Ceramic material is highly abrasion-resistant, but is vulnerable for breaking due to impact at an angle of of 90/60°. The impact energy is not absorbed and the ceramic could crack. Kryptile ceramic liners combine the properties of aluminium oxide ceramics with the huge impact resistance and toughness of Kryptane polyurethane. This protects the very fragile ceramic against a direct impact at an angle of 90/60° and is ideal for impact situations with large quantities of sharp and coarse product. This is the ultimate solution for aggressive applications. Kryptile liners are all designed in line with the customer’s requirements and can be supplied in the exact shape of, for example, a chute, bin or hopper and ensure a perfect fit. This prevents unnecessarily long installation downtime. The standard panel dimensions can be supplied in the exact dimension of 300 x 300 mm. This includes a cast steel plate with welded nut. The so-called Redi-Liners are fitted at the place

Mixers are essential in the manufacturing process of fresh pet food as they help in evenly distributing the ingredients, ensuring that each bite contains a nutritious blend. The rise of fresh pet food has been a significant trend in recent years. Pet owners are becoming more conscious about the quality of food they feed their pets, and as a result, there has been a surge in the demand for fresh and nutritious meals for pets. One of the key factors contributing to the rise of fresh pet food is the use of high-quality ingredients. Unlike traditional commercial pet food, which often contains fillers and artificial additives, fresh pet food is made with real, wholesome ingredients that provide optimal nutrition for pets. Quality in the mix Mixers are essential in the manufacturing process of fresh pet food as they help in evenly distributing the ingredients, ensuring that each bite contains a nutritious blend. There are various types of mixers used in the pet food industry, each with its own unique features and benefits. Paddle mixer One popular type of mixer used in the production of fresh pet food is the paddle mixer. This type of

We are expanding our presence in the market for robotics and automation applications. In addition to high-performance hoses, we also offer customised solutions. Increasingly complex motion sequences in industrial applications require increasingly manoeuvrable hoses - with a similarly long service life as hoses for classic industrial applications. The high-performance hoses developed by the Masterflex Group especially for applications in the field of robotics and automation fulfil these requirements even in extreme environments. In addition to standard hoses, the Masterflex Group offers comprehensive engineering services. The experts from APT, Masterflex and Novoplast Schlauchtechnik support customers in the development of customised hose solutions that are precisely tailored to the specific and sometimes extreme requirements in the field of robotics and automation. The market launch is accompanied by a marketing campaign in which industrial robots react in a very human way to the dangers posed by inferior hose solutions. It starts with a welding robot that suffers from thermal overload. In welding applications with flying

The three-person management team at Fagus-GreCon has changed. Dr Gawronski is leaving the company with immediate effect. Mr Mario Haas will become the new third member of the management team from 1 December 2023. There are changes in the three-member management team at Fagus-GreCon. The shareholders of the Alfeld-based company have decided to reach a mutual agreement with Technical Managing Director Dr Michael Gawronski to part ways. Dr Gawronski is leaving the company with immediate effect. Furthermore, Mr Mario Haas will become the new third member of the Management Board as of 1 December 2023, focusing on the technical aspects. Mr Haas has already been with the company for four years and will also continue his previous responsibilities as Head of the Fire Protection business unit. Stephan Weber, Chairman of the Shareholders’ Council of Fagus-GreCon, explains these changes: ”The shareholders would like to thank Dr Gawronski for his important achievements and contributions and wish him all the best for the future. At the same time, the appointment of Mr Haas as our third Managing Director emphasises the growing importance of the Preventive Fire Protection business

High performance, high flexibility, high reliability: Greif-Velox bagging and filling systems and KUKA industrial robots are simply a perfect match. This is why Greif-Velox continues to use the reliable components of its partner from Augsburg, Germany, for its full-line systems for robot palletising. The system partner contract is proof of the many years of successful co-operation and has now been extended by both partners.

BUCHEN-ICS UK used their revolutionary non-entry technology to clean and clear silos, including the furnace hopper, quickly and safely. A UK glass manufacturing facility recognized the need for a comprehensive modernization project to enhance productivity. This involved thorough site preparation, including cleaning multiple silos and completely removing stored products, notably the furnace hopper. The challenge was not only the limited timeframe but also ensuring the highest safety standards. BUCHEN-ICS UK was entrusted with this challenging task. Our team intervened with their revolutionary non-entry technology, highlighting their expertise beyond silo cleaning. Our solution Facing tight timelines and prioritizing safety, BUCHEN-ICS UK developed a strategic plan. Simultaneous work on multiple silos was organized to ensure seamless progression in the construction handover program. To meet project demands, three complete sets of non-man-entry silo cleaning BinWhip® equipment were deployed, along with three highly qualified technician teams. This strategy enabled BUCHEN-ICS UK not only to meet but

ScrapeTec presents the future of belt guidance: The sugar industry faces constant challenges when it comes to the non friction operation of conveyor belts. ScrapeTec Trading GmbH has tackled this problem and proudly shows its PrimeTracker, an innovative solution for the efficient intelligent belt tracker of conveyor belts. 360 degree free movement for filigree working methods An outstanding feature of the PrimeTracker is its 360-degree freedom of movement, which enables it to work with extreme precision. No matter in which direction the conveyor belt runs, the PrimeTracker immediately works against it to ensure precise steering. This design uses a flexible centre bearing in the middle pivot point instead of a fixed axis at 45°. This allows a completely free 360° movement around the centre of the tracker, creating a special design. The steering of the roller is activated by additional mass on one side of the roller, which pulls the roller drum forwards and downwards and steers the belt back to the centre. Versatile application on reversible belts The PrimeTracker has a huge advantage: it can be used on reversible

Print bigger, clearer messages. Go edge to edge. Design and print on the fly, or a PC. Plus, share files, import data and connect up to 5 users simultaneously. Communicate better with the M511’s edge-to-edge printing and on-demand labelling. Ideal for big, bold, easy-to-read safety messages. Perfect for text-heavy labels for the lab or compliance. With the M511, you print right where the work happens, skipping rework and saving time. Its Bluetooth capabilities connect more users in more ways to ensure you move through work faster. Label creation is just a tap away - you can seamlessly design, view and print labels right from Brady’s industry-leading app. The M511 Printer paired with Express Labels mobile app provides a seamless on-demand experience for maximum on-site efficiency. Key features & benefits: * Ideal for larger applications – print up to 38.10 mm labels * Less waste – go edge to edge with text, graphics and barcodes * Longer battery life with an internal Li-ION battery – 8+ hours of work; 1,000 labels on a single charge * More durable – resists 1.8 m drops, shocks, 115 kg crushes and blowing

The Gericke continuous blenders for pharmaceutical formulation have been approved for use in explosive atmospheres. It fulfills the requirements for category 1 with a minimum ignition energy of > 1 mJ. Thus, the blenders are certified to be used in ATEX zone 20 without any need for inertisation or additional safety measures. About Continuous Manufacturing of OSD: Most pharmaceutical granules and tablets are produced in batches, not just when preparing the raw components in accordance with the formula but also when mixing the excipients with the active ingredients. After a long period during which the traditional batch process dominated the pharmaceutical manufacturing of OSD, the Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines recognized the advantages of continuous manufacturing. This removed the regulatory barriers, which historically had held back the increased use of inline feeding and blending processes in the manufacture of drugs. Gericke’s

Insert the grinding bowl, start, finished. With automatic grinding bowl clamping, imbalance control and comminution down to the nano range, Planetary Ball Mills are the first choice for fast, loss-free fine grinding for efficient sample preparation for analysis of hard, medium-hard, soft, brittle and moist samples. The FRITSCH’s premium line Planetary Mills PULVERISETTE 5 and 7 can grind, alloy, mix and homogenise reliably at bowl speeds of up to 2200 rpm in a very short time down to a final fineness of < 100 nm. Sample quantities of 1 to 60 ml (PULVERISETTE 7) or 15 to 450 ml (PULVERISETTE 5) can be processed simultaneously at the two grinding stations. The Top 3 Advantages of the Planetary Mills premium line # Faster: final fineness down to <100 nm in 3 minutes due to high bowl speed of up to 2200 rpm # Safer: automatic grinding bowl clamping – user-independent, reproducible and safe # User-friendly: easy grinding bowl insertion and blockage of the start if operating state is impermissible For both wet and dry grinding, the process is easy to start due to the guided positioning of

Screening machines optimize the quality of lignin by removing impurities and dust, classifying lignin pellets by size and eliminating lumps. Lignin is the second most common biopolymer on earth after cellulose. In the industrial processing of wood, especially in paper production, lignin is produced in large quantities as a by-product. In the past, this by-product was often burned to generate energy, but due to its chemical structure and properties, it is now used as a filler, additive, binder, reinforcing agent or adsorbent. The use of lignin in these and other applications is in line with the trend towards the bioeconomy, in which renewable, plant-based raw materials are used instead of fossil resources. Improved lignin quality Screening machines help improve the quality of the produced lignin and prepare it for specific applications or further processing steps: - Cleaning and separation: Lignin obtained from the pulping process of lignocellulosic materials may contain impurities or undesirable solid components. Screening machines can help to remove these impurities. - Classifying: Lignin particles

An animal feed manufacturer in Ireland was looking for reliable level indicators including overfill protection and empty protection as part of the modernization of the plant equipment. When installing the sensors in different pressure conveying containers for seaweed meal, the high dust intensity had to be considered in particular. By planning a capacitive level switch from UWT with innovative RF technology, a compatible solution that is robust and delivers reliable results was found. It is also advantageous for this application if the sensors have small connection threads and can implement precise switching with a quick response. Excursus: Seaweed meal in animal feed Since 1994, feeding animal meal to pets and farm animals has been banned throughout the EU because it is a potential transmitter of the BSE pathogen. That’s why seaweed flour is now used as an alternative. Seaweed meal is added to the feed of pets such as dogs or farm animals such as cattle as a dietary supplement. It is rich in various nutrients, vitamins, fiber, proteins, omega-3 fatty acids and minerals such as iodine, potassium or sodium. All of these nutrients have positive

Reliable and precise sorting with multisensor sorting systems from Sesotec Schönberg, November 2023. Croatia‘s accession to the European Union has also given a significant boost to the topic of recycling, among other things. Since then, the aim has been to implement the EU‘s waste directives and current targets and, above all, to drive forward the circular economy to a national level. The EU target of recycling more than 65 percent of the municipal waste generated by 2035 has paved the way for a sustainable circular economy. Plastic packaging manufacturers in the circular economy An example from the field of plastic packaging shows that especially the distributors and manufacturers of such packaging who see it as their duty to make their contribution to the circular economy and thus to environmental protection and resource conservation. The aim is to use recycled PET material in the production of PET beverage packaging and to continuously increase its share. When using recycled PET, purity is the decisive factor. Only pure and highquality

TBMA Europe is a company with a lot of potential and I am looking forward to setting the course for the coming years. Ed Wisse has been appointed as successor to Bart Houben, current Managing Director and co-owner of TBMA Europe. With a background in mechanical engineering, proven track record in international sales, broad knowledge of the solids handling industry and extensive management experience, he has what it takes to lead TBMA Europe’s ongoing story. Bart Houben will stay in charge until the end of this year, allowing Ed Wisse to gradually work towards a takeover as Managing Director from 1 January 2024. From then on, Bart Houben will scale down his activities and focus on the sale of systems and projects. This way, he can also transfer of his decades of knowledge and experience to our account managers and project managers. Ed Wisse: “I really enjoy being part of the bulk solids handling community again and taking on the challenge to grow the TBMA brand and product range. It also offers a unique opportunity to use my previous experience in the field of rotary valves,

Poeth Solids Processing has been manufacturing dust collection filters in-house for over 100 years, providing flexibility and minimizing the impact of transportation costs. Dust extraction filter Since its founding, Poeth Solids Processing has been developing and producing dust extraction filters in all shapes and sizes for more than 100 years. The entire production process takes place in-house, so that we can react flexibly to special requests from the market. It becomes particularly interesting when the available height or floor space is very limited. Since the Corona period, the costs for overseas transport have increased significantly. Many companies that have parts produced in the Far East have seen their cost prices rise significantly in recent years. Automation of the production process Poeth, on the other hand, has invested significantly in further automating the production process and produces almost all parts entirely in-house and does not rely on third parties. Various customers in Europe looked for alternatives due to increased costs and unreliable delivery times and ended up with Poeth. Especially for larger filters.

The Big-Bag light is the simple application for filling big bags and octabins. Automatic, calibratable filling, manual attachment of the container, manual removal of the container. The Big-Bag light offers numerous advantages, including increased efficiency, reduced labor costs and an improved working environment. The system can be customized for specific industries. Products: Free-flowing products such as plastics/granulates, salts/fertilizers, food, pellets, etc. Packaging: Big bags, octabins or large containers with and without inliners. Bag weights/ capacity: Big bags up to 20 pieces/hour depending on version Octabins and/or large containers up to 25 pieces/hour Weighing range: 250-1,500 kg with 500g resolution, 500-3,000 kg with 1,000g resolution. Optional equipment for Big Bag light: - Lateral operator platform - Simple hanging of the big bags - Motorized big bag height adjustment - inflation device - Automatic load hooks - vibrating device - Upper maintenance platform with ladder

An insight into the industry and expectations for the coming year. What are the company’s main areas of activity? Weighing, bagging and control technology. Palletising technology/ palletising solutions. Complete systems, silo discharge, packaging machines, truck loading technology, plant engineering, silo control. In addition: customer service, calibration preparation and calibration, spare parts service, weighing components. We serve customers from all industries who need to pack their products (their bulk goods) for further processing and transport. The bulk industry has benefited from significant technological advances. Automated conveying and handling systems, sensor technologies and IoT applications have significantly improved the efficiency and accuracy of moving, processing, packaging and transporting bulk materials. Increased efficiency through machines: processes are taken over that human workers can no longer and no longer necessarily perform.

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