News items April 2024

Proper maintenance of a screw conveyor is essential to ensure its efficient operation, prolong its lifespan, and avoid costly repairs or replacements. How to check and maintain effectively. A screw conveyor, also known as an auger conveyor, is a machine that uses a helical screw to move bulk products from one point to another. Proper maintenance of a screw conveyor is essential to ensure its efficient operation, prolong its lifespan, and avoid costly repairs or replacements. Sensitive points in a screw conveyor # Bearings: These parts allow the screw to rotate without friction. It’s crucial to check them regularly for signs of wear or damage. # Helical Screw: This is the main part of the conveyor. It should be inspected for deformations or excessive wear. # Tube or Trough: This is the container where the screw is located. It should be free of obstructions and damage. # Seals: They prevent material from escaping and protect against the entry of contaminants. They should be checked and replaced if necessary. Parts to replace periodically # Drive Shaft Bearings - Inspection and greasing; Frequency: Every 1000 hours or every three months. Regular

New VARISORT+ FILM film sorter and SPEKTRUM+ glass sorting system with new C-C sensor technology Schönberg, April 2024 Under the motto ”Economy meets Ecology”, Sesotec GmbH and its partner company KRS Recycling Systems GmbH will once again be represented at IFAT 2024, which takes place in Munich from May 13 to 17. At the joint stand in Hall B5, Stand 415/514, the two companies will be presenting the latest developments in the field of sorting plastics and glass. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the innovations live at the stand. As one of the leading suppliers of sorting systems, Sesotec will be presenting the newly developed VARISORT+ FILM film sorter, a modular system based on the proven features of the VARISORT+ family of machines. A new feature of the VARISORT+ FILM is a specially generated laminar air flow, which enables optimum conveying of flexible packaging and films. The materials are stabilized and can be reliably identified and sorted. Another innovative feature of the VARISORT+ FILM is the aerodynamically designed separator

Hosokawa Alpine, and Swiss company Rico Sicherheitstechnik are cooperating in terms of service provision, to offer a complete service for pressure shock-resistant systems Blueserv, the service brand of Augsburg-based machine and plant manufacturer Hosokawa Alpine, and Swiss company Rico Sicherheitstechnik are cooperating in terms of service provision, as the central focus of both companies is on customer needs. The service specialists from Blueserv are trained and certified by Rico. Only then may the legally prescribed and mandatory annual service work be carried out on the Rico Ventex® explosion protection valves. This is the only way to guarantee safety in and around the system. Complete service for pressure shock-resistant systems The durable explosion protection valves from Rico Sicherheitstechnik have been installed in the pressure shock resistant powder processing systems from Hosokawa Alpine for a long time now. In the past, customers had two contacts for service matters: Blueserv and Rico. The new co-operation between the two companies will simplify this process: The Rico Ventex® explosion protection valves can now also

The modern production environment requires flexibility, efficiency and speed When manufacturing products with variable grinding properties, multiprocessing systems are crucial. This is because they offer a time-saving solution for complex production requirements. Thanks to the new Speedline series with a shortened delivery time of just 4 months, it is possible to react quickly to customer requirements and expand production capacities. How does a multiprocessing system work? The functionality of the MPA is based on a modular concept. A basic module contains all the necessary components of a grinding and classifying system, while additional modules can be added as required. This enables time-efficient conversion between different processes. The special design also reduces cleaning and maintenance times. Where are multi-processing systems used? The multi-process systems are versatile and are used in a wide range of applications. Particularly, they are used for the flexible production of smaller product quantities, especially in product development.

Level detectors detect media at a predefined position depending on the installation position. Level detectors are mainly installed as full or empty detectors in the upper or lower part of a silo or container. This prevents the silo from overfilling or running empty. In combination with a level sensor, this results in a redundant system which additionally increases plant safety. If a certain fill level is of particular interest, the sensors can also be used as demand detectors. There are different technologies for level detection, which have their advantages and disadvantages depending on the application. For the selection, numerous process conditions have to be considered, which the sensor technology has to cope with. In addition, the requirements for bulk solids sensors differ from those for liquid sensors. For this reason, UWT offers a broad portfolio of different technologies such as rotary paddle switches, vibration level switches and capacitive sensors. This allows us to individually address their requirements in order to always provide them with the

Solution-oriented: Side-mounted radar sensor for continuous level measurement on fly ash hoppers In a coal power plant in South Carolina, continuous level measurement for fly ash hoppers was required. This specific challenge was effectively addressed by installing a side-mounted guided radar sensor with a 90° elbow shaft. In the energy sector, where environmental protection and safety are of high importance, UWT has once again demonstrated its ability to shine with thoughtful solutions and technical expertise. The challenge: Promoting environmental safety through precise level measurement. Fly ash is a byproduct of coal combustion and is an environmental hazard. Coal-fired power plants are obliged to collect this material for disposal or reuse. Precise level measurement is of the utmost importance in this context in order to avoid overfilling, which can lead to safety risks, high cleaning costs and possible fines. Proven methods, innovative approach In such situations, free-radiating sensors such as the NivoRadar® 3000 or NivoRadar® 4000 are usually