Process Technology for Industry International
May 6-8, 2008 - Rosemont, ILCustom Filtration Devices Stay Reliable
Designed for pneumatic conveying applications, these filters can be used with various products and solids-loading rates. The filters can be made out of carbon steel, stainless steel, or a combination of both. With an absolute gas-tight design, the units maintain their reliability even under extremely high loads. Their jet-pulse system, which has an externally mounted receiver, can be operated with compressed air or inert gas. Their quick-opening diaphragm valves are connected directly to flanges on the receiver.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Herding Filtration LLC
www.herding.com
Versatile Transmitter is Cost-Effective
The MCT360 near infrared (NIR) transmitter is a high-quality sensor with an economical price. Its versatile design allows it to operate on its own or as part of a multi-point network. It can make three NIR measurements, plus a product temperature measurement, simultaneously. Used in a wide variety of powder and bulk applications, the MCT360 provides offline accuracy in an online instrument.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Process Sensors Corp.
www.processsensors.com
Particle Analysis System Boasts High Accuracy
The automated FlowCAM particle analysis system provides high-resolution, full-color digital images of every individual particle analyzed. This enables plastic resin manufacturers, compounders, testing laboratories and processors to verify and document whether a batch of material meets quality specifications prior to shipment or upon arrival. Combining sophisticated digital imaging with traditional particle analysis tools, the FlowCAM accurately measures particle count, concentration, size, length, width and shape, as well as a series of proprietary, advanced parameters such as intensity, transparency, color, roughness, compactness and others. The FlowCAM detects and counts particles ranging in size from 1 µm to 5 mm, which are often overlooked in other systems, resulting in highly accurate data, precise particle-size-distribution measurements, and ultimately improved uniformity. With a simple mouse-click on a particle-size distribution, the FlowCAM permits in-depth, particle-by-particle review, visual analysis and cross-referencing. Within a data set, operators can qualify and quantify sub-populations, such as particles above a certain size, to determine not only how many oversized particles are in a batch of material, but also whether they are in fact oversized particles or merely agglomerations.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc.
www.fluidimaging.com
Automated Discharger Needs Little Human Input
This automated bulk-bag discharger can be programmed for batch or continuous operation directly from the bulk bag station. Providing safe and efficient operation, the system reduces human involvement to placing full bags into the discharge system and removing empty ones. The automated discharging technology provides a consistent and reliable supply of a wide range of materials, ranging from free-flowing to non-free-flowing. The agitator hopper design draws material away from the sides of the surge hopper and directs it through a center discharge, which eliminates material bridging or ratholing.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
National Bulk Equipment, Inc.
www.nbe-discharge.com
Static Grounding System Monitors and Protects Multiple Processing Sections
For plants that include several potentially isolated conductive parts, the Earth-Rite Multipoint monitoring system provides protection against dangerous static-electricity buildup in various components. Typical applications include powder handling equipment, filling/discharging devices, fluidized-bed dryers, pipelines, conveyors and ducting, especially where one or more parts of the assembly must be disconnected periodically. The ATEX-approved system can provide individual status indications, or it can be linked to a lock-out control system that prevents operation until proper grounding has been achieved. For applications with more than eight points, two or more systems may be combined, and a versatile range of connections and cables are available to provide the connection point onto the equipment to be monitored. The intrinsically safe system ensures that all elements are connected together and safely grounded, providing up to eight interconnected channels from a single intrinsically safe supply. An important design criterion is that the sum of all the circulating currents does not compromise the intrinsic safety of the monitoring system
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Newson Gale Inc.
www.newson-gale.com
Low-Maintenance Gate Opener is Height-Adjustable
Part of the Workmaster line of pneumatic, electric and manual hopper-car gate openers, the GO-A13-HA has a self-regulating, no-reaction torque output of 1,000 to 13,000 ft-lb, enabling it to power even tightly jammed gates in seconds. This air-powered opener on a wheeled cart can pneumatically control its height and pivot-wheel features. Its precise weight distribution allows excellent balance and control, and its ergonomic controls support safety and convenience. The GO-A13-HA is well-suited for unloading at sites that receive railcars with both fixed and traveling gate mechanisms, and railcars with varied height gate/capstan mechanisms.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Airmatic, Inc.
www.airmatic.com
Disc Pelletizer Can Adapt to Meet User Needs
The Disc Pelletizers convert powdered materials into spherical pellets 500 µm to 20 mm in diameter. They can agglomerate fine, dry feed materials, such as chemical powders, limestone, fertilizer, coal fines, cement/lime kiln dust and flyash, as well as wetter materials, such as filter/centrifuge cake, minerals, ores and pond tailings. These pelletizers are constructed of a heavy, welded, reinforced carbon steel plate, and the bottom internals of discs 6 ft and larger are lined with expanded metal to reduce abrasive wear. Using a handwheel-operated jacking screw, the disc angle is easily adjusted. The base and plow-support members provide maximum rigidity while simultaneously allowing rapid pan angle adjustment without the need for separate plow adjustment. Individually mounted vane-type plows easily control and maintain the product layer over the disc’s entire surface. Larger pelletizers feature ceramic facings. The pivoting base is mounted on heavy-duty anti-friction bearings.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
FEECO International, Inc.
www.FEECO.com
Blowers Reduce Pulsations and Noise
HeliFlow 616 and 624 positive-displacement blowers combine proven performance with unique solid, helical, tri-lobe rotors. They are designed to produce less-intense pulsations to protect downstream instrumentation while reducing noise levels by 4–7 dBa compared with similarly sized straight-lobe blowers. The blowers require less-frequent maintenance, and provide better structural integrity and durability to withstand up to 13,500 in-lb. The HeliFlow blowers deliver pressure to 15 psi, vacuum to 16-in. Hg, and airflow to 3,200 ft3/min.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Gardner Denver, Inc.
www.GardnerDenverProducts.com
Dust Collector Operates in High-Pressure Conditions
The Model CW Series dust collector uses top-removal filter bags with a walk-in plenum for quick, tool-free bag removal and protection from the elements. Suitable for pneumatic conveying applications requiring vacuum/pressure conditions with many cycles, these collectors are constructed of heavy-gauge steel and stiffened with angle rings. Optional accessories include structural steel support legs, service platforms and access ladders. CW Series collectors are designed to use standard filter bags in a variety of fabrics made for the specific application and engineered for optimal performance and efficiencies of 99.9%.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Ultra Industries, Inc.
www.ultradustcollectors.com
Feeder Can Dispense As Few as Two Pellets per Second
The Micro Cone low-rate feeder features a screwless feeding mechanism that accurately doses free-flowing color, masterbatch or additives into a blending system or directly into the screw of an extruder. Utilizing a simple induced-flow rotating tube or cone, this can feed as little as a few granules at a time, with a feed rate range of 200 to 2,000 cm3/h (0.007 to 0.07 ft3/h); with the addition of an extension tip, it can feed as low as 100 cm3. The simple design has no pockets or screws, making it easy to use and minimizing maintenance. The feeder housing swings open for fast material changes, and with practically no areas for the product to get trapped, cleaning is easy. The inlet slide gate allows for material shut-off and removal of the feeder for cleaning and hopper emptying. A low-power stepper-motor drive and controller provide excellent turndown and flexibility, ensuring a wide operating range.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
K-Tron Process Group
www.ktron.com
Detector Inspects Powder and Bulk Materials
The Phantom gravity metal detector utilizes the latest digital signal-processing technology to detect and reject ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including stainless steel, in powder and bulk applications. The system is suited for inline inspection of dry, powdered or granular products that are free-flowing. Models are available with an aluminum or stainless steel casing. The detector’s diverter valve reject system redirects contaminated product into a reject tank.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Fortress Technology, Inc.
www.fortresstechnology.com
Process Radar Gage is Easy to Set Up
The MCG 1800 is a non-contact, loop-powered level gage that employs state-of-the-art pulse radar technology. It is suitable for use in all process industries, including chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, water and wastewater treatment, food and beverage, and refining, among others. The gage features an on-board program setup wizard that simplifies calibration and walks the operator through five easy, interactive steps
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
L&J Technologies
www.ljtechnologies.com
New Moisture-Control Systems Ensure Mold-Free Products
The Delta T moisture-control system now includes a water-activity control option that enables the user to maximize the moisture content of such products as pet food, animal feed, grain products, gluten, starch, distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS), and other foods, without exposing products to the dangers of mold or other harmful micro-organisms. Significant production increases, energy savings, product quality and safety result from this feature.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Drying Technology, Inc.
www.moisturecontrols.com
Inverting Filter Centrifuge Keeps Moisture Low
The F-Series inverting filter centrifuge incorporates several new features, including a compact design and smaller footprint. Operation of the centrifuge produces higher than normal G-forces, which results in lower residual moisture and higher production throughput compared with other models. This feature increases the efficiency of the system, making the process cost-effective. It offers easy clean-in-place (CIP) cleanability for multiproduct application.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Heinkel USA
www.heinkelusa.com
Mass Flowmeter is Versatile and Accurate
The CentriFlow Meter is a mass-flow metering device that measures dry solids continuously in a process, with accuracies of ± 0.25% for mixing, blending or ratio-control applications. It has the CentriView electronics option, which allows users to view process parameters and control common process functions such as batching and flow control, both as separate functions and in combination. The manufacturer plans to introduce plug-resistant Velocity Averaging Parallel Plate Pitot (VAP3) tube technology for industrial applications where accurate air-flow measurement is needed for process control, and the High Beta Flow Conditioner, which incorporates VAP3 Pitots.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Eastern Instruments
www.easterninstruments.com
Powerful Mixer Operates Gently
With its high-efficiency design, OptimaBlend mixing technology is suitable for manual and automated systems. Fluidization in the process assures mixes are homogenous without regard to particle size, shape or density. Typical performance times are 30–60 s per mix. The mixer offers up to ten times increased production capacity compared with standard ribbon blender mixers. Its low-shear design ensures that internal friction from operating the mixer generates minimal heat and that the system is gentle enough to handle fragile ingredients. Units are available in carbon steel, stainless steel and sanitary construction for a wide variety of solids-to-solid and solids-to-liquid blending applications.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Eirich Machines, Inc.
www.eirichusa.com
Smaller Separator Needs Less Installation Height
The XP DeDuster separates particles as small as 1 µm, as well as long streamers, paper and other contaminants. This technology is suitable for handling all types of granular products that need to be cleaned before packaging, shipping or processing. It features an electromagnetic field, which breaks the static bond between electrostatic-charged plastic pellets and the small dust particles. The units are designed for installation on injection molding machines, extruders or silos, or as free-standing units. The separator has air boosters that provide accurate flow control for maximizing cleaning efficiency
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Pelletron Corp.
www.pelletroncorp.com
Drawer Grate Simplifies Clean Up
The easy-to-clean TGH-2 drawer grate uses a powerful rare-earth magnet circuit to provide superior separation of fine tramp-metal contamination. Designed for easy push-pull operation, it works well in applications where the process is stopped for grate magnet cleaning. This grate features a unique tube-scraper design that ensures removal of accumulated tramp iron, enabling the operator to clean all the tubes in each bank without having to hand-wipe them individually. It has a stainless steel housing and a chute that discharges ferrous contamination. On wide units, a center divider facilitates easy discharge of accumulated tramp metal. Optional inlet and outlet adapters are available.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Eriez
www.eriez.com
These Blower Packages are Easy to Maintain
The CB 110 and CB 130C tri-lobe blower packages deliver up to 434 ft3/min at pressures to 15 psi and vacuum to 15-in. Hg, and have footprints smaller than previous models. Each blower includes a removable front panel for easy access and a simplified check valve for onsite customization. All maintenance points, including the automatic belt-tensioning device, oil drains and filter elements, are accessible from the front. Both blowers feature an angled inlet filter for quicker cartridge changes. All utility connections are at the rear, allowing multiple units to be mounted side-by-side with no need for additional access clearance. The standard sound-dampening enclosure lowers typical noise levels to 75 dBa or less. An integral ventilation fan provides efficient cooling, even under extreme loads. Optional weather hoods are available to protect against tough environmental conditions. Each model comes completely assembled with blower, motor and silencers to minimize installation costs.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Kaeser Compressors
www.kaeser.com/omega
Versatile Mixer Can be Customized
The CoriMix CM 5 is a high-speed continuous mixer for large-throughput applications. It is designed for the homogeneous intermixing of liquid or pasty components into dry carrier materials. When small quantities of liquid are added, the final mixture produced in this machine is free of agglomeration. If large quantities of liquid are added, a uniform granulated structure is obtained. This mixer has several exchangeable wear protection shells for its interior, as well as different types of mixing shafts, all of which have been optimized for various applications.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
KMPT USA, Inc.
www.kmpt.com
These Valves Handle Large Throughput Rates
HC-ES rotary airlock valves have a patented end-seal design that achieves up to a 50% reduction in gas leakage. The valves have a shrouded, end-scalloped stainless steel bottom rotor, with adjustable/replaceable Type 304L stainless steel tips. Other features include tungsten carbide-coated housing bores, a pocket purge located in the end plate, a motion sensor, an exterior valve housing, and end plates complete with a 60 psi dimpled steam jacket and a 30-in. by 60-in. inlet with baffle.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
The Young Industries, Inc.
www.younginds.com
Bag Filler Can Handle Many Types of Materials
The Model 4192 twin-auger open-mouth bag filler provides higher output rates while maintaining exceptional product control and weighing accuracy. Filling rates of 7–10 (50-lb) bags per min and accuracies of ± 0.2 lb can be achieved, depending upon product characteristics. This filler provides bulk and dribble feed through programmable logic controller (PLC) variable-frequency drive (VFD) control of the augers for improved productivity when handling a wide range of materials, from very fine and aerated to sticky, hard-to-feed product.
Appeared In Issue: April 2008
Chantland-MHS
www.chantland.com