Spotlight on …
Materials Handling Concetti
Concetti, as a manufacturer of complete packaging and palletizing
IGF PURA, the Concetti
lines, ATEX certified for potentially explosive atmospheres if necessary,
packaging technology for
provides a single, reliable source for all your bag filling needs.
feed supplements
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Hygienic, ergonomic and easy
Trevor Mirford
to clean, the all-new IGF PURA,
t.mitford@concetti.com
an automatic filling and closing machine for feed supplements in 5-50 kg bags at speeds up to 750 per hour, was created to ensure
Croston Engineering
the highest product quality in modern food packaging. High hygiene
From the time that the Company was
standards are increasingly required in the animal nutrition sector, already
formed in 1976 Croston Engineering
involving additives and vitamins.
has been closely involved in the design
Concetti redesigned the proven IGF, following the latest international
and building of process plants for the
machinery hygiene guidelines. From avoiding product retention, using
animal feed, human food and associated
specific contact-part materials and providing convenient access for cleaning, everything is geared towards safeguarding the final product. The dual-auger fed integrated scale is completely accessible using quick release panels. Automatic in-place cleaning is achieved by air-blast nozzles in the auger casing, combined with reversible screw direction to clear residue into a floor level container. Augers are removable for more thorough cleaning.
industries, that also include grain brewery, distillers, pet food, fertilisers etc. for clients throughout the U.K. A major part of this work relates to providing mechanical handling equipment that is in accordance with the throughput requirement of production equipment such as mixers, grinders, pelleters etc. The Company’s involvement begins at the mechanical intake of raw materials via elevators, conveyors, rubble separators and magnets into storage bins, plus the pneumatic conveying of powdered ingredients into their designated additive storage bins, which are fitted with correctly sized dust filter units. Bin hoppers and dischargers are designed to suit the materials being handled and their associated weighers sized to maximise weighing accuracy before being transferred to blending. Then on via transit bins and associated conveyors through the production cycle to finished products storage prior to packing and bulk out loading. Many projects involve upgrading and extensions to existing plants which may, as a consequence, require reassessment to ensure continued compliance with DSEAR/ATEX Explosion Regulations as may be applicable. Crostons will advise and implement should action
The monobloc structure has transparent panels, electrical and pneumatic connections sealed in the machine frame and generous internal space to aid cleaning and maintenance operations. A touchscreen panel with easy-to-use graphic interface permits easy control and supervision while the redesigned bag magazine is more operator-friendly: both for loading and accessing coding, printing, and labelling devices. Closing options showcase Concetti’s reputation for flexibility. From simple sewing to combined folding, stitching and welding of internal PE liners with ‘easy open’ feature, all guarantee security of the closure.
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be required. In addition to its 45 years’ service and experience in serving the industry the Company’s standing is enhanced by being an Approved SafeContractor, a recognised standard of competence in the industry and an S.P.A. Passport holder. Tarvin Mill, Barrow Lane, Tarvin, Chester CH3 8JF Tel: 01829 741119
Fax: 01829 741169
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