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MULTI-SHAFT MIXERS
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Ross multi-shaft mixers process medium- to high-viscosity batches, such as thick slurries, pastes, gels, and suspensions, up to several hundred thousand centipoise. Operated from an independent 15-in. NEMA 4X touchscreen control panel, vacuum-rated VersaMix VMC3000 units feature 304 stainless-steel dimpled, dual-zone jackets designed for 100 psig at 2000F. The 3,000-gal mixer is equipped with a combination of three agitators, each driven by a 60 hp TEFC inverter-duty motor. A three-wing anchor and two screw augers are all independently controlled with variable speeds, working together for batch turnover at every ingredient addition and mixing stage.
Charles Ross & Son | mixers.com
DRUM MOTOR STAINLESS-STEEL REDUCERS
The VDG drum motor has an exchangeable machined profiled sleeve that enables di erent styles of modular belts to be used. The profiled sleeve on the drum is removed and replaced by the correct sleeve to match the desired belt profile, without the need to change the entire hygienic SSV-XP drum motor. VDG drum motors are available in a range of diameter sizes, belt speeds, and horsepower, as well as industry-specific options. VDG (Van der Graaf) | vandergraaf.com
s Designed for frequent, harsh washdown conditions, Cleveland Gear stainless-steel reducers are suitable for meat, poultry, and seafood applications where contamination and bacterial growth are a concern. They have a 316 stainless-steel housing and double-lip, spring-loaded Viton seals. The reducers are available with 56C, 140TC, and 180TC NEMA quill inputs, as well as 303 stainlesssteel solid- or hollow-output shafts. Cleveland Gear | clevelandgear.com
CONTINUOUS MIXERS
Gericke continuous mixers automatically mix multiple powders, granulates, flakes, liquids, and viscous materials in a single operation. The GCM mixers use gravimetric feeders to continuously weigh and meter each ingredient or material into the mixing chamber, where a single-shaft paddle assembly applies both axial and radial mixing while advancing the mixture downstream. Available in optional FDAcompliant and ATEX-certified configurations, the mixers process up to 150,000 L/hr and/or 100 tons/hr of dry materials in 24/7 operation. Gericke USA | gerickegroup.com
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PROCESS CONTROL
The brewery-specific ABB process control solution comprises a technological package, including a control system with batch functionality following the worldwide S88 standard and testing on a real-time digital twin, a complete and operational representation of the control system. The Ability BeerMaker solution o ers intuitive controls, human-machine interfacing, detection and resolution of process disturbances, alarm messages, report management, diagnostics, and comprehensive clean in place (CIP) support. It can be applied within an existing installed base and accessed via a computer, tablet, or mobile device. ABB | abb.com
PNEUMATIC DEPOSITORS
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Unifiller pneumatic depositors
control speed, volume, splash reduction, precharge, and deposit pressure profiling by using a smart device connected via Bluetooth. All the electrical components of the +Series digitally controlled pneumatic depositors are enclosed in a washdown case that withstands tough, industrial washdown conditions and meets IP69 safety protocols. The depositors are designed to connect to the Unifiller cloud-based app, which provides real-time data analytics and allows the machine settings and recipe adjustments to be controlled remotely. Unifiller Systems | unfiller.com
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SPECTROPHOTOMETER
The Mettler Toledo spectrophotometer analyzes liquid, translucent samples for their optical spectrum, color, and water parameters, or any of the three. Typically located in QC labs at small manufacturers in the food and beverage industry, the Easy VIS spectrophotometer is used for the inspection of raw materials, quality control of semi-finished and finished products, or testing the water quality of wastewater. The visual interface with workflow guidance allows users to simply scan and measure. The spectrophotometer operates within a wavelength range of 330 to 1,000 nm. Mettler Toledo | mt.com
VARIABLE-SPEED DRIVE COMPRESSOR
The Atlas Copco variable-speed drive compressor features an IE5 ferriteassisted synchronous reluctance motor and a smart temperature control system that ensures it operates with an optimal oil temperature at all times. A boost flow mode allows temporarily exceeding the compressor’s maximum capacity. Available in a range of 30 to 50 hp (22 to 37 kW), the GA VSDS oil-injected screw compressor includes a touch controller, multiple compressor control, remote monitoring and analysis, and OPC UA integration for connected production environments. Atlas Copco | atlascopco.com
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HORIZONTAL-MOTION CONVEYOR
The Key horizontal-motion conveyor slides and conveys product with no segregation or stratification, reducing damage and the loss of coatings, such as seasoning, batter, and certain types of oil. When integrated with pneumatic controls on the production floor, the reversible Zephyr conveyor allows redirecting a product stream with either the push of a button or automatically, if fully integrated with the line. The conveyor can be configured to separate a single product stream to two side-by-side machines or divert a single stream to two di erent downstream production lines to produce di erent products. Key Technology | key.net
MODULAR DRIVE SYSTEM PICK-AND-PLACE MACHINE
The Syntegon pick-and-place machine loads cookies and crackers flat or on-edge directly from the process belt into trays or flow-wrapping machine infeeds. An integrated camera-based vision system detects the position and shape of products on the infeed belt and transmits the information to the picker control system. The linear motor bar has up to 40 pickers, each of which can be aligned individually, while a mini bu er automatically fills incomplete product rows. The machine achieves a maximum output rate of up to 800 products/min. Syntegon Technology | syntegon.com
Compact and scalable, the Bosch Rexroth modular drive system provides tailored solutions with peak currents of 6 to 375 A; all the components in the ctrlX drive system can be combined with each other. The system includes a continuous DC bus, EMC design, and power connector with an integrated grounding concept. It features a reaction time of about 4 ms. Bosch Rexroth | boschrexroth.com
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MEDIUM-DUTY CONVEYOR
Engineered to convey up to 150 lb, the Dorner medium-duty conveyor comes in 26- to 36-in. widths. The Model 2700 conveyor can be wider than it is long, enabling an autonomous mobile robot to dock sideways for loading and unloading. The conveyor features V-guided positive belt tracking, rack and pinion belt tensioning, sealed-for-life bearings, and a 5/8-in. high-speed nose bar transfer tail. It is suitable for a variety of applications, including palletizers, multi-lane processing, case and tray handling, and end-of-line packaging. Dorner | dornerconveyors.com
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CONTROL SYSTEM
ISASecure SSA Level 1 certified, the Emerson distributed control system provides end-to-end cybersecurity at all levels. The DeltaV version 15 system supports an expandable, scalable hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) virtualization option. Real-time analytics and an HTML5-based, built-for-purpose human-machine interface (HMI) to help improve situational awareness, while Spectral Process Analytical Technology integrates two analytics solutions for real-time closedloop control. Emerson | emerson.com
SANITARY PUMPS
Unibloc Hygienic Technologies sanitary pumps have 1- to 6-in. diameter outlet sizes and flow rates of 28 to 500 gal/min. Incorporating an all-stainless-steel design, the QuickStrip FoodFirst pumps contain no rotor bolts or O-rings. A swing arm supports the cover and keeps it o the floor during sanitation and maintenance procedures. Unibloc Hygienic Technologies | unibloctech.com
INDUCTIVE SENSORS
Designed for indoor and outdoor applications, Carlo Gavazzi inductive sensors detect actuating parts, such as skid conveyor positioning and material positioning on conveyor systems. The IRC40 Series inductive proximity sensors have a rotatable sensing head, four corner visible LEDs with diagnostic functions, and a 40- x 40- x 66-mm plastic housing with an M12-plug. O ering IP68 and IP69K protection against high-pressure washing cycles, they have a -13 to 176˚F operating temperature range and 22- to 40-mm sensing distance. Carlo Gavazzi | gavazzionline.com
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REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM
The Miura web-based portal provides boiler room operators with system health tracking, scheduled report generation, and system reliability scheduling. The Miura Connect real-time, remote-view portal comes standard with real-time equipment monitoring, integrated technical documentation, and custom-tailored alarm notifications via text or email. Collected from IoT sensors, boiler room historical trends and data are stored on the cloud platform with secure encryption. Multiple boiler rooms can be monitored from one centralized location.
Miura America | miuraboiler.com
GEARMOTOR
Providing liquids and solids ingress protection in harsh food processing environments, the Winsmith gearmotor has an IP69Kcertified, stainless conveyor drive suitable for washdowns with 176°F water and steam at 1,450 psi at a rate of 4 gal/min. The gearmotor features epoxy-coated windings; a 300 stainless-steel housing, end bells, output shaft, and conduit box; double-lip shaft seals; and O-rings between the end bells, housing, and conduit cover. Winsmith | winsmith.com
TERMINAL BLOCKS
Measuring 9-mm wide with 1 to 6 distribution, Wago distribution terminal blocks allow power feed-in up to a nominal cross-section of 8 AWG (10 AWG with ferrule) connecting 6 to 14 AWG outputs. The open tool slot and push-button Topjob S distribution terminal blocks have dual row jumper slots for parallel configuration with additional distribution blocks. They come in four color choices for intuitive field identification and various design requirements. Each connection point has a molded-in conductor entry marking. Wago | wago.com
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CHOPPER BLENDER
Used to reduce frozen product into a palpable condition for juice and purée production, the JBT chopper blender comes with a hot water jacket around the lower portion and bottom of its tank, as well as a heating jacket that lines the underside of the intake chute to help frozen product flow into the system. The chopper blender SE o ers a frozen juice processing rate of 4 drums/hr, allowing products to be processed almost immediately from the cold room. JBT | jbtc.com
• Withstand harsh, corrosive washdowns • Self-Lubricating • FDA Acceptable • Can operate submerged • Reduce maintenance and downtime • Withstand temperatures up to 1,000˚F (535˚C)
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