FEEDMAX Conveying Equipment
Conveying Systems For Plastics Processing Plants
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FEEDMAX Primus Material Loader FEEDMAX Primus is a single conveying unit. It is combining rugged construction, easy maintenance, highest process security, and ease of use. Optimized single loader for flexible conveying of smaller material volumes of up to 120 kg/hr. and peak performance of up to 250 kg/hr.
FEEDMAX Primus
Robust stainless steel construction
All parts that are getting in contact with the material are made of stainless steel; therefore the unit is perfectly suitable for abrasive applications.
Needle felt filter with cleaning
To achieve a longer lifetime a needle punched felt filter was used. The sealed filter surface is ensuring that any intake and accumulation of dust particles is made impossible. This filter is never losing its shape, and it is held in position during the entire conveying cycle, ensuring an absolutely unproblematic buildup of vacuum.
Wand included Self-explanatory display
To simplify the handling of the conveyor, no special display (and therefore no voluminous menu navigation) has been executed.
FEEDMAX S3 Single Loader Optimized single loader for flexible conveying of smaller material volumes of up to 120 kg/h in permanent operation. Peak performance of up to 250 kg/h.
Robust stainless steel construction
All components in contact with material are made of stainless steel and are therefore perfectly suited for critical and abrasive applications.
Needle felt filter with cleaning
Contains a sealed filter surface on the front face to avoid the protrusion of dust particles into the structure of the needle felt filter and therefore permits higher operating times. Temperature resistance up to 150 째C.
Wand
Included in the standard package is a 780 mm long wand with air vents for the adjustment of the material load, as well as a 5 m PVC hose.
Extensive display
Three digit, 7-segment display for timers and parameters, e.g. conveying time, as well as LED`s for the visualization of internal operating conditions.
Granulator operating mode
Adjustable timer function for the emptying of a granulator regrind bin.
Proportional valve (Option)
The proportional valve for the measurement of two components is externally attached to the material inlet. The control allows the selection of the measurement in percent and the number of material levels in the hopper.
Remote teach pendant (Option)
Second teach pendant with a 3 m cable for remote access when the loader is mounted on blenders or tall machine hoppers.
FEEDMAX S3
FEEDMAX BS/6 Series Small System Control The competitive BS/6 small system control supports up to 6 loader stations, one vacuum pump complete with bypass valve, and a central dust collector with compressed air blowback. The individual parameters of each station can be set directly on the loader station via the 7 segment display.
FEEDMAX BS/6 Series
The BS/6 series loaders are mechanically identical to the B series and differ only in terms of the control.
FEEDMAX BS/6 Series Functional Chart Max. 6 FEEDMAX BS/6 – Option: DPV + remote control FEEDMAX Master
FEEDMAX Slave
FEEDMAX Slave
FEEDMAX Slave
FEEDMAX Slave
FEEDMAX Slave
CAN/DPV/RC 24 VDC
Blower GS/6
20 m Can Bus cable with 24 VAC power supply
XM B Filter
Series Overview
A
B
C
D
E
F
203
3
538
103
150
285
200
-
206
6
607
103
150
354
200
-
210
10
738
103
150
485
200
-
315
15
758
120
210
428
300
-
325
25
902
120
210
572
300
-
B
C
A
Volume
F
Model
D
FEEDMAX B / BS/6
ØE
FEEDMAX B / BS/6-CT Model
Volume
A
B
C
D
E
F
208 CT
8
688
103
150
285
200
150
211 CT
11
757
103
150
354
200
150
325 CT
25
903
120
210
428
300
150
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FEEDMAX B and BS/6 Series Loaders The FEEDMAX B and BS/6 series loaders are built for highest functionality and demanding applications. The modular design of these vacuum loaders guarantees specific adjustment to meet individual customer requirements, as well as for simple cleaning. Ergonomic design A hinged lid without valves or hose connections offers unmatched accessibility for simple cleaning. Complete flexibility Stainless steel line size reducers can be easily interchanged to maximize flexibility. Simple cleaning One self-locking toggle latch is easily accessible and opens towards the operator.
Superior wear resistance Pneumatically actuated cast stainless steel material and vacuum valves for highly abrasive feeding applications.
Easy operation Modular assemblies with fully accessible quick release band clamps can be easily cleaned and interchanged.
Low maintenance Interchangeable mirror finish stainless steel center section offers low maintenance and allows hopper capacity to be easily changed. Completely dustproof Pneumatic discharge shut-off valve design permits clean room operation for standard loaders.
Highest operational reliability Dustproof and pneumatically controlled material shut-off discharge valve.
Easily visible Status LEDs and pluggable control cable for all network control systems.
Reliable Material demand via proximity sensor standard with high heat execution.
Advantages of FEEDMAX B and BS/6 Series Loaders
The FEEDMAX CT series permits from any viewing angle simple visual flow of the material. The high-quality glass section is balanced for high loads and an optimal material flow.
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Slanted lid and center body valves are completely accessible for easier and simpler cleaning access than conventional design.
Pneumatic material discharge shut-off valve Highest functionality guaranteed through a completely leak-proof seal every conveying cycle. The dustproof design also guarantees dust free operation at the machine hopper.
FEEDMAX B100 Series Loaders The FEEDMAX B100 series loaders are built for the highest functionality and especially low material throughputs as well for complete dedusting of the conveyed resin. The modular design and the tool free removal allows simple cleaning of the loader anytime.
Ergonomical design Hinged lid allows for convenient hose connections, and ease of accessibility for cleaning.
High wear resistence Pneumatically operated vacuum and material valves made of stainless steel castings for highly abrasive applications.
Simple cleaning Only one self-locking clamp, which is easily accessible and oriented towards the operator.
Total flexibility Removable and exchangable reducers on the vacuum and material inlets.
Easy handling Freely accessible clamp ring and modular components allow for easy cleaning and exchange.
Easy to maintain Exchangeable high-gloss stainless steel bodies allow simple modification, are easy to clean, and adjustment to different loading volumes.
Well visible Status-LEDs and plug-in connection cable for all network links.
Maximum Efficiency Pneumatically operated, air-tight discharge valve assembly.
Reliable material demand sensor Capacitive sensor located outside the material flow senses through the sight glass
Robust Construction Material hopper is well supported through the solid integrated flange structure.
Advantages of FEEDMAX B100 Series Loaders
Simple material flow control – The large sight glass offers an optimum visual control from any angle.
Lid integrated stainless steel screen enables the opening of the loader with just one hand, even in difficult mounting arrangements. The innovative screen allows for quick, easy removal and replacement without tools.
Optimum material buffer – By simply adjusting the position of the demand sensor the material buffer can be easily adjusted to match the material consumption.
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Blower Stations GS/6 and GM Central Conveying
Blower/ Pump Model
Pump Type
GS/6 Four Station Conveying
GM-CentralConveying
Power [kW]
•
-
0.7
•
•
1.6
•
•
3
•
•
4.3
•
•
7.5
13
Side channel blower single stage Side channel blower single stage Side channel blower 2-stage Side channel blower 2-stage Side channel blower 2-stage
27
Claw Pump
-
•
3
29
Claw Pump
-
•
4
31
Claw Pump
-
•
4.5
33
Claw Pump
-
•
5.5
43
Roots Pump
-
•
5.5
01 03 07 09
max. Airflow [m3@50Hz.] [cfm@50Hz.]
max. Pressure [mbar@50Hz.] [in.Hg@50Hz.]
140 (82) 210 (123) 210 (123) 310 (182) 500 (294) 140 (83) 200 (117) 250 (147) 300 (176) 200–300 (117–176)
200 (3.5) 200 (5.9) 340 (10.0) 360 (10.6) 400 (11.8) 700 (20.6) 700 (20.6) 700 (20.6) 700 (20.6) 300–450 (8.8–13.2)
Claw Vacuum Pump GM 27-33
Central Filter Stations for BS/6 and B Series XS Filter 2-Stage filtration system
In first stage pre-filtration takes place by means of the cyclone effect and in the second stage, microfiltration occurs with a cartridge filter having 2.7 m2 of surface area.
Effective dust blow-off
The filter surface is cleaned at a pulsed interval with compressed air and the dust blown into a dust collection bag.
User-Friendly
The dust container can be removed during operation for emptying.
XM B Filter 2-stage filtration system
In first stage pre-filtration takes place by means of the cyclone effect and in the second stage, microfiltration occurs with a cartridge filter having 5 m2 of surface area.
User-Friendly
The dust container can be removed during operation for emptying.
Choice of dust container
The dust collection area is kept pressureless through a shut-off valve in the discharge cone of the filter and therefore allows the use of any dust collection container, e.g. a plastic bag.
Central Filter Station XM B
Machine Hopper for S, BS/6 and B Series Machine hoppers ranging in size from 3 l to 60 l guarantee the optimum volume of the material inventory to the total material throughput and thus, the performance of the entire system.
Stainless steel construction with sight glass
Sight glass for abrasive uses as well as visual control of the material flow.
Assembly
Slotted holes in the flange allow easy attachment for various mounting hole patterns. Machine hopper
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eMax/24 Network Control System This new generation of control system allows the administration of up to 24 vacuum loaders for one system inclusive of a vacuum pump or up to 22 vacuum loaders for two systems each with automatic switchover as well as the control of bypass valves, filter cleaning and purging valves. The display is provided via a high-resolution QVGA 3.5“ TFT color screen for simple user interface and convenient presentation of process parameters.
Well organized overview
for abrasive uses as well as visual control of the material flow.
Varied setting options
For example, for the automatic pump switchover. eMax/24 Network control system
eMax/24 Operator Interface
Discard Entry
Information Mode
Edit Mode Navigation Keys Trend List
General Settings
Confirm Entry
Configuration Mode
On Switch
Function Keys
Off Switch 7
M7.2 Network Control System M7.2 – IPC 15“ XVGA Touchscreen
The M7.2 network control system was developed for the administration of medium to complex network configurations with up to 320 network participants. Every participant is connected via a bus module to the network and can be configured for a specific task. This guarantees the maximum flexibility for the set up of customized material handling systems.
M7.2 – IPC/TeachBox Touchscreen
The high-resolution Touchscreen simplifies user control, as well as the adjustment of process parameters and allows the user a comprehensive view of all attached units.
Line Server LS-A30T
Provides for the control of up to 31 freely configurable bus modules, which can be connected in parallel to one CAN-Bus line. All functions which are available for the respective bus modules can be managed and controlled from the line server. A complete system can have up to 8 individual CAN-Bus lines.
M7.2 – TeachBox 8.5“ VGA Touchscreen
Bus Module BM-4/4
Line Server LS-A30 T
Provides individual control of vacuum loaders, blower stations, central filters, dry air valves, purging valves, etc. Any function can be assigned to the 4 digital inputs and outputs of the bus modules and therefore, gives the system virtually unlimited possibilities of configurability for each particular application. Bus Module BM-4/4
M7.2 – IPC
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M7.2 – Software Features
Material Based Representation
Visualisation of the Drying Hopper Residence Time
Visualization of the conveying system using lines to represent the respective material flow of the entire system.
Clear Representation
The partially complex single material flow is displayed with a few symbols.
Residence Time
Simple Changeover
Switch to vacuum line representation or other displays.
Vacuum Loader Display Adjustment can be made at any time in the edit mode.
Conveying Sequence
In the presence of a purging valve adjustment of the optimum loading sequence.
A specially developed method is used to determine the material flow in order to monitor the material residence time.
Alarm Messages
In case the drying capacity is overextended.
Vacuum Pump Display
Adjustment of the Loading Time
Graphical display of the residence time for the material to be dried in the respective drying hopper.
Multiple Combinations
Automatic switchover valves can select between the main pump and spare pump based on different user selectable criteria.
Pump Capacity
Displayed as a standard.
M7.2 – Web Services
Email Support
Internet Connectivity
The M7.2 IPC control system provides for an Ethernet port, which can optionally be connected to a company wide email server.
Administration of Email Addresses Automatic Dispatching of Error Messages
The optional connection to the internet can be established via the Ethernet port. This allows the mirroring of the screen of the M7.2 control system on any PC.
Miscellaneous External Access Rights Display of All Process Data 9
M7.2 – Connection to ERP Systems All relevant control data and parameters can be transferred to a company wide enterprise resource planning (ERP) and process data monitoring (PDM) system via the open standard protocol OPC. For the connection to a PDM system the M7.2 IPC control system is optionally equipped with an OPC Server/Software, which provides for the communication between an external computer and the control system. A customer supplied OPC Client accepts the required data from the M7.2 control system and manipulates it internally. The data exchange happens via the Ethernet interface.
M7.2 – Networked Dryer M7.2 Coded Coupling Stations
The M7.2 control system permits the connection of Drymax battery dryers with network cards to the central M7.2 control system. This allows the visualization of internal parameters and conditions on the generously dimensioned M7.2 control screen as well as the entry of temperature values for the various connected drying hoppers.
Connection of up to 32 Battery Dryers with 240 Drying Hoppers Optimized Control
Manages internal process of the dryer with failure analysis.
Dew Point Recording
In the presence of a dew point sensor the actual values are captured and recorded over a 12 hour time period.
Management of Material Data
Includes all drying hoppers attached to the networked dryer.
Central Error Display
All error messages are transferred to the M7.2 control and centrally displayed.
CODEMAX – RFID Coupling Station The coded Coupling Station CODEMAX avoids the erroneous connection of the wrong material to the processing machine.
RFID Coding
A transponder, working on the basis of “Radio Frequency Identification“ (RFID), permits remote recognition of a 64-bit identifier. By means of this technology, electrostatic charges which are inherent to the material conveying process cannot cause damage to the electrical components.
Attachment of a virtually indestructible RFID transponder on the coupling.
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M7.2 Coupling Station – Visualization
CODEMAX – RFID Coupling Station
Applications
The modular design of the WITTMANN M7.2 hardware and software components and the arbitrary configuration enable the flexible realization of various special applications, like the equal load and automatic switchover between vacuum pumps, the controlled assignment of material sources to machines or the throughput control of drying hoppers.
The use of high-quality installation material guarantees long life and trouble-free operation. The conveying of abrasive materials is accomplished preferably with glass elbows.
The high performance eMax and M7.2 network controls are designed for highest durability. An important part of a highly reliable system is the professional and proper assembly of conveying tubes and connections.
”No two central material handling systems are equal.“ – As varied as production facilities, so are the requirements on the central material handling system. Innovative product solutions are required more than ever before and can be achieved through the highly efficient WITTMANN controls.
”One-stop shopping.“ The extensive and innovative peripheral equipment program from WITTMANN allows the realization of demanding complete systems and the assignment of responsibility for the proper interaction of the single components. For service, a single phone call will cover the entire spectrum of WITTMANN products.
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Conveyors | Article number: BP00000022 (English) | 2011/03 || Subject to change.
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