News items September 2024

Parallel to the Solids & Recycling-Technik trade fair in Dortmund on 9 and 10 October 2024, the organizer is hosting a hackathon for the process industry for the first time. For the autumn date of the Solids & Recycling-Technik trade fairs on 9 and 10 October 2024 in Dortmund, the organizer Easyfairs is leaving the beaten track and hosting a hackathon for the process industry for the first time - a modern, collaborative event that originally came from the software industry. Parallel to the trade fair, creative minds will come together in several teams at the “Bulk Masters” hackathon to develop innovative solutions for current challenges in the industry under the mottos “Food goes Powder” and “Young Professionals”. Lucrative prize money awaits the winners of the creative contest, who will be selected by an independent jury after the presentation of the results on the second day of the trade fair.

Safeguard the quality of your AM powders with the Russell AMPro® Sieve Station Connect In 2024, additive manufacturing (AM) continues to remain at the forefront of innovation, having significant impact on industries from aerospace to healthcare. However, with the growing demand for 3D printing, ensuring the quality and consistency of AM powders used has become a critical challenge. Maintaining powder purity is essential for producing reliable, high-quality parts. The fully automated Russell AMPro® Sieve Station Connect is designed to meet these challenges head-on. This versatile, modular system optimizes sieving efficiency, ensuring your powders are always ready for use or reuse, and integrates seamlessly into your production line. Why choose the AMPro® Sieve Station Connect? * Prevents cross-contamination: Easy-to-clean, minimal contact parts using Russell Compact Sieve® technology. * Maximizes powder recovery: Quickly remove out-of-spec powder and recover usable material. * Fully modular system: Connect to peripherals like printers,

Unparalleled Accuracy and Reliability Improves Quality, Productivity, and Energy Efficiency in the Pet Food Industry. Moisture Control with the IR3000-F Series Moisture Sensor With the IR3000-F series, MoistTech introduces a game-changing solution for precise moisture analysis of virtually any pet food or raw material. What sets the IR3000-F apart is its state-of-the-art Near Infrared (NIR) technology, which offers unparalleled accuracy and reliability. Unlike traditional methods that require frequent recalibration, these sensors are pre-calibrated at the factory with customer samples, guaranteeing consistent performance over time. With the ability to store up to 50 product calibrations in one sensor, the IR3000-F ensures flexibility and ease of use across various pet food formulations. One of the standout features of MoistTech’s technology is its resilience to material variations and environmental factors. The IR3000-F remains unaffected by changes in material height, color, ambient temperature, or lighting conditions, providing accurate readings regardless of the operating environment. Moreover, advanced software algorithms automatically

Intelligent technologies and services for an effective and profitable circular economy Sesotec GmbH, a leading manufacturer of foreign object detection, sorting and analysis systems, will once again be represented at this year’s FAKUMA trade fair in Friedrichshafen from October 15 to 19. Under the motto “Economy meets Ecology”, Sesotec will be demonstrating how intelligent technologies and sustainable management go hand in hand. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the latest developments and services from Sesotec in Hall B1, Stand 1301 & 1302. Sesotec will be presenting innovative solutions for an effective and profitable circular economy at the FAKUMA trade fair. As in 2023, the PRE-SORT sorting platform will be the centerpiece of the trade fair presentation. This combines the VARISORT COMPACT sorting system, dedusting units, material conveying and a central control system in one overall solution. The system components have been further optimized to achieve even more precise sorting results. With a modular design of sorter, dedusting

Screening the finest silicon powder requires the highest purity standards. Not challenging enough? Then make it gas-tight for hydrogen This is how it works: he highest purity standards are required for the sieving of high-purity silicon powder, which is used in chip and solar panel production. Even the smallest impurities can have serious consequences for the quality of the end product. RHEWUM has risen to this challenge and supplied three RHEsono® screening machines that have been specially developed for screening the finest silicium powder. The focus here was on a special technical requirement: hydrogen tightness. One of the biggest technical challenges was that the screening machines had to be gas-tight, in particular hydrogen-tight (H2-tight). In a hydrogen atmosphere, the hydrogen protects the sensitive silicon powder from unwanted chemical reactions that could be triggered by metal ions (hydrogen passivation). This protective effect is crucial to ensure the high purity of the end product. However, the extremely small hydrogen molecules can pass through steel and cause hydrogen embrittlement, which makes the

To make it possible to identify a sensor at any time and in any place, even if its type label is damaged or faded VEGA is making RFID tags available for its sensors Scratches, dents or worn areas: After years of reliable performance under diverse environmental conditions and temperatures, even a level sensor shows its age. To make it possible to identify a sensor at any time and in any place, even if its type label is damaged or faded, and trace it using every digit of the serial number, VEGA is making RFID tags available for its sensors, initially for those of the PRO series. RFID Tags RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is not new, but it is now probably the most advanced way of identifying sensors in industrial facilities. RFID tags contain a microchip that stores information. Because their robust chips make them contactlessly readable for many years, despite wind and weather, rapid temperature changes or exposure to sunlight, they are far superior to other labelling techniques. “They are an ideal addition to stamped tags or barcodes, especially for outdoor installations,” says Stefan Kaspar, VEGA product manager.

RG4 High Temp Level Sensor (+200°C) is ATEX Zone 20/21 approved, easy to install, versatile, and ensures safety in explosive dust environments. The RG Series Level Sensors have been designed to indicate the presence or absence of bulk materials such as grains, pellets, chemicals, wood chips and other powders. The detection of material is achieved by a rotating paddle. If material impedes the rotation of the paddle, the motor topples of its axis and triggers an alarm. The RG Series has a variety of compatible paddles which offer the ability to detect a wide range of products. Specifications * Operating Temp +200°C. * ATEX approved for Zone 20/21 * Easy to install. Specific tools or settings are not required. * Extremely versatile. * Provides the highest standard of safety in the presence of potentially explosive dusts/powders. * Probe can be adapted to the material monitored thanks to the wide range of paddles available. Visit the 4B website for more information on the RG4 High Temp Level Sensor.

UWT GmbH has successfully completed a challenging project at one of the largest cement plants in Kazakhstan. The plant operator required a solution for a reliable continuous measurement process in the cement silo. Dusty and particularly harsh conditions prevail in the building materials industry, in quarries or in mining. High demands are placed on level measuring devices - solid sensor technology with uncompromising robustness and unrestricted reliability are therefore of the utmost importance. The significant challenges in this project lay in the extreme environment - characterised by high dust formation, lump formation, and high process temperatures. In addition, the installation of the sensor required it to be mounted on an existing, high set nozzle. Electromechanical lot system The NivoBob® electromechanical lot sensor was successfully used for permanent level measurement within the silo. The UWT lot system was the first choice for this, as it can be adapted to specific installation requirements thanks to its modular design and its wide range of configuration options. At the Kazakh plant, the tape version of the NivoBob® - NB 3200 was used as the resilient solution,

After more than 35 years of successful sales and service partnership, joint decision for organizational integration Schönberg/Staffanstorp, September 2024 Sesotec GmbH, based in Schönberg, Lower Bavaria, and Mobergs Produktkontroll AB in Sweden announce the next stage of their mutual commitment after more than 35 years of successful sales and service partnership: Mobergs will intensify its central role for sustainable growth in the Scandinavian region as an official “Member of Sesotec Group” and subsidiary of Sesotec GmbH. Existing and future customers will benefit not only from the synergies between the two companies in terms of technical and regional expertise in the field of Sesotec’s own systems for foreign body detection and material sorting, but in particular from the shared experience and philosophy of maximum customer satisfaction and the best service within the food, plastics and recycling industries. “Our shared values, which have grown from our long history together, were the basis on both sides for this official step and our commitment to each other,”

Digitize data capture and automate your workflows with ease and accuracy with the V4500 Barcode Reader. The V4500 barcode reader offers intuitive functionality in an rugged industrial design to automate workflows with digital data capture. Its patented scan engine helps you conquer the tiniest barcodes, even when printed on shiny or hard to read surfaces. Able to endure challenging conditions, the V4500 is ideal for warehouse and manufacturing environments. Overview: * High-speed, omnidirectional barcode scanning made simple * Ideal for inventory management, kit verification, scan and print, and packout applications * Proprietary Cortex Decoder technology allows reader to easily read tiny barcodes as well as shiny and hard-to-read surfaces * Automated keyboard device and dynamic user interface lets you go from setup to first scan in seconds * Data parsing feature lets you sort and arrange data exactly how you want – start with a simple scan and easily connect to the cloud and your ERP system * Withstands 1.8 m drops (MIL-STD-810G) * Inductive-charging

HS Umformtechnik GmbH offers comfortabel ordering via B2B Webshop Features The following features are available to you after you register as a customer: from the real-time availability display of our current stock to typical webshop features such as previous order histories to the view of list and customer-specific purchase prices - all this and more can be found easily at #Customerservice Search Using the search function, you can search through our entire product range with one click. You can either search for product names or specific article numbers. Filter A filter function makes it possible to additionally filter the search results according to relevant characteristics such as diameters, wall thicknesses or materials. Compare You can add products to a comparison list in order to directly compare the product properties of two or more parts. By the way: As a registered customer, you can even search for your own article numbers when logged in. If you have not yet registered, you can do so at any time on our website. Availability

How do you achieve maximum product purity and high throughput rates when screening hygroscopic diammonium hydrogen phosphate (DAP)? Diammonium hydrogen phosphate (DAP) is an essential component of many fertilizer compositions due to its high phosphorus and nitrogen content. When screening DAP, producers are faced with the challenge of ensuring fine and homogeneous particle sizes, while at the same time guaranteeing a high production rate and product purity. Challenges in the sieving of DAP Screening DAP is technically challenging as the material is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the ambient air and has a tendency to form agglomerates. These agglomerations make it difficult for the material to pass through the screen meshes and impair the efficiency of the screening process. In addition, high throughput rates can lead to blinding and clogging of the screen mesh, which can result in the screening process having to be completely interrupted, bringing the entire production process to a standstill. Precise screening using innovative technology RHEWUM specializes in screening challenging