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HOW THE BELLA FLUIDIZED ZONE MIXER WORKS
The Bella fluidized zone twin shaft paddle mixer by Dynamic Air achieves fast, highcapacity, low shear, precision mixing of either dry bulk solids or liquids with solids. Regardless of particle size, shape or density, materials are mixed with a fast, efficient, and gentle action with typical mixing times of 15 to 30 seconds. A weightless zone created by low-speed counter rotating paddles generates very low friction without shear. This makes it ideal for abrasive products and fragile products that cannot tolerate rough handling. Even flakes or spray-dried bodies remain intact
The Bella mixer consists of twin drums which have two counter-rotating agitators with specifically angled paddles. They overlap at the center and completely sweep the entire bottom of both mixer drums and allow it to be started under full load (Figure 1). The material in the mixer moves in a horizontal counter-clockwise direction at the perimeter while simultaneously moving both left and right in the center (Figure 2). The material in Zone B (Figure 1) is in its normal gravimetric state as it is being moved and disbursed. In Zone A, a weightless zone is created which effectively lifts the ingredients to an almost weightless state allowing them to move freely and randomly, regardless of particle size and density. Thus the two zones’ interaction becomes highly efficient as every particle moves rapidly to a highly homogeneous mix, the key to the Bella Mixer mixing technology for fast, precise mixing.
The Bella mixer is available in stainless steel for food applications. Custom sizes, finishes and materials of construction are available upon request. http://www.dynamicair.com/products/mixer.html Dynamic Air Ltd. Milton Keynes, United Kingdom +44-1908-622344 E-mail: sales@dynamicair.co.uk www.dynamicair.com
EASY AND SAFE PROCESS INTEGRATION FOR THE GERICKE GNB NIBBLER
After the successful launch of the new nibbler and deagglomerator GNB, Gericke has introduced additional executions to simplify fast and safe integration into any powder handling processes. One such example is the sack tipping station.
The Gericke Nibbler is a coarse grinder and prebreaker for the size reduction in a broad range of applications. It is used for the deagglomeration, rework and size calibration of various products.
Gericke sack tipping and feeding stations are ergonomically designed to provide safe handling for all types of sacks and boxes whilst controlling and reducing dust emissions thanks to integrated aspirators and filters. Access to rotating downstream machinery is prevented by a safety mesh, and optional magnets remove metal parts.
The combined sack tipping station and nibbler do not only protect the operator. With the embedded real time diagnostic it also brings metal-to-metal contact detection in this unit. If a contact is detected between the basket and the paddles, a signal is sent to the control system to isolate power to the drive motor. This helps to protect process equipment as well as the process, significantly increasing the production safety and availability!
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Other Valves Fight Friction, We Designed it Out
Unlike other valves that seal with friction, Posi-flate’s unique butterfly valve uses an inflatable seat to seal with air pressure. Thus it requires less torque and a smaller actuator, resulting in lower cost. Plus, the seat automatically compensates for wear, providing longer life. Some users have reported over six million cycles and the valves are still going strong.
• Less friction • Low torque • Low maintenance • Lower actuator costs • Longer valve life • More reliable
Yale Europe Materials Handling will offer Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries as a power solution for its materials handling product range.
Sunlight Group boasts over 12 years of research and development in lithium chemistry.
The move marks a deepening partnership between Yale and Sunlight Group, which has previously provided lead-acid batteries for Yale products.
Yale Europe Materials Handling is enhancing its lithiumion range with batteries provided by Sunlight Group, one of the world’s top manufacturers of industrial and advanced energy storage solutions.
Sunlight Group boasts over 12 years of research and development in lithium chemistry. Yale® will offer Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries as a solution for selected warehouse and electric counterbalance trucks, enabling its customers to select the best battery technology to suit their applications.
The move marks a deepening relationship between the two companies. Sunlight Group has previously provided lead-acid batteries for Yale products.
“Thanks to the success of our collaboration, Sunlight Group has become a trusted partner of Yale, helping us to deliver efficient and productive solutions for our customers,” said Marcus Rosenkranz, Area Business Director for Eastern Europe at Yale. “We’re excited for the next era of our working relationship, which will see Yale offer Sunlight Li.ON FORCE power solutions in our product line-up.”
Powering productivity
Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries are well suited for intensive and/or multiple shift applications. For industries where clean operations are a must, such as food, beverage and pharmaceutical, Yale products fitted with Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries are free of gaseous emissions with no risk of acid spillage.
A single battery can replace multiple lead-acid batteries, meaning customers can benefit from fast opportunity charging during breaks and shift changes. Areas previously needed for battery change can be repurposed as additional working or storage space.
The robust Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries are maintenance-free with long life cycles. With no battery exchange required, Yale lithiumion products offer more uptime as well as reduced running costs. The charging efficiency of lithium-ion batteries is at over 90% - greater than lead-acid options.
“Our Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries are the most innovative and revolutionary Smart Battery Solution in the market,” said Dimitris Panagiotou, Sunlight Group Sales Director. “Our values align closely with those of Yale, and we are excited to continue our successful partnership moving forward. Yale customers will reap the benefits of our lithiumion technology, which has been honed and refined over many years of intensive research.”
For more information on the extensive range of materials handling equipment from Yale go to www.yale.com.
SELF-ALIGNING COUPLINGS
Tuf-Lok ring grip couplings are low cost, heavy-duty self-aligning couplings for either high pressure, to 150 psig, or full vacuum rated applications. Utilized in all industries where pipe ends need to be connected, they are ideal for pneumatic conveying systems as well as gas and liquid applications. These couplings install quickly and easily, reducing installation costs. They are available in 2-inch (50mm) through 10-inch (250mm) pipe sizes and are made for use on plain end pipe or tube, regardless of pipe or tube wall thickness..Other features include self-grounding, vibration resistant, leak-proof, with an extremely high end pull for difficult applications. No machining or grooving is required to maintain pipe integrity. Every coupling becomes a union, providing easy, low-cost maintenance when piping components need replacement. Standard gasket materials are available to meet special design conditions, such as food grade, higher temperatures or special chemical resistant applications. Tuf-Lok UK Phone: +44 (0) 1706.822512 E-mail: sales@tuflok.co.uk
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