News items January 2014

Innovative automatic screen exchanger combined with ingenious screen design Dinnissen offers a wide range of crushers, hammer mills, roller mills, and knife mills for grinding, crushing and micronizing a wide variety of ingredients. The newest hammer mill is equipped with increased screen surface, extra-large grinding panels, and an automatic screen exchanger in combination with a wide range of screens. This hammer mill provides clients with significantly increased grinding capacity, less downtime, and greater flexibility. Hammer mills are especially suited for grinding soft to medium-hard products such as grains, raw ingredients containing proteins, and minerals down to particle sizes of between 3 mm and 150 µ. The centrifugal force produced by the rotating hammers crushes the product into smaller particles against special grinding panels on the inside of the grinding chamber, after which the processed product passes through special screening panels. he screen surface and perforations determine the capacity, quality and effectiveness of

Integrated design for the reduction of contaminating particles Technical cleanliness is gaining increasing importance, particularly in automotive technology. Minute particles can cause devastating damage. For example when components are assembled onto a PCB a tiny stray piece of metal could connect two of the conducting strips and cause a short-circuit. Contaminating particles themselves have an effect on how components function. They can clog up jets and filters, block valves, or cause bearings to jam. The requirement for ever higher power density means that components and units are increasingly more complex, with much tighter tolerances. In recent years the importance of technical cleanliness has grown greatly. It started with active and passive driving safety systems such as ABS, progressed to include diesel and direct injection models, through to variable camshaft phasing and lead-free bearing cups. With the aim of preventing hazardous contamination caused by particles just 50 - 1000 µm in size, the VDA has created some

Grinding beads of the highest level in each range As of January 1, 2014, Eskens is official dealer of Jyoti grinding beads in the Benelux. Besides the high standard YTZ ( Yttrium stabilized ) grinding beads of Tosoh Europe BV, Eskens has deliberately chosen to add the Jyoti Zircosil® and Jyoti Zirconox ® grinding beads to the grinding beads program in order to offer the ideal bead in every range. • Zircosil is a Zirconium Silicate bead with a very smooth surface, high wear resistance and very cost effective because it lasts on average 2.4 times longer than a comparable silicate bead. • Zirconox is a Zirconium Cerium stabilized bead with high wear resistance and therefore very cost efficient. Moreover, this bead has a high density and a very smooth surface and therefore utmost suitable for high- viscous substances. Jyoti Ceramic Industries Pvt . Ltd. is based in India and has been a very successful producer of a wide range of ceramic products including ceramic grinding beads for decades now. Thanks

The new weight and tape sensing technology of MOLLET Füllstandtechnik Many customers have the desire to find a reliable and easily understandable technology for the continuous level measurement in their silos filled with bulk goods. MOLOSbob LF20 from MOLLET exactly fulfills this customer preference. In any kind of bulk solid applications this new weight and tape based sensing technology enables a reliable continuous level measurement. Easiest installation and an error-free permanent operation even in case of changing bulk goods or varying process conditions are characterized for this measurement device. Of course, all the other technologies promise to fulfill this desire as well. However, the reality looks somewhat different. Already at beginning of operation of technologies like radar or ultrasonic problems with unwanted reflections that significantly damage the measurement results often occur. Complicated software has been developed in order to handle these kinds of problems. In case of changing process conditions or varying bulk

Easy level measurement in all bulk solids applications Many customers have the desire to find a reliable and easily understandable technology for the continuous level measurement in their silos filled with bulk goods. MOLOSbob LF20 from MOLLET exactly fulfills this customer preference. In any kind of bulk solid applications this new weight and tape based sensing technology enables a reliable continuous level measurement. Easiest installation and an error-free permanent operation even in case of changing bulk goods or varying process conditions are characterized for this measurement device. Of course, all the other technologies promise to fulfill this desire as well. However, the reality looks somewhat different. Already at beginning of operation of technologies like radar or ultrasonic problems with unwanted reflections that significantly damage the measurement results often occur. Complicated software has been developed in order to handle these kinds of problems. In case of changing process conditions or varying bulk

SMC, the world’s leading pneumatics provider, has designed and launched a new lightweight floating joint to complement its existing range for pneumatic cylinders. The JC Series has an aluminium case, instead of traditional steel, offering significant weight loss of up to 30% and thus reducing the inertial forces and lateral loads to actuators whilst operational. It also has a dustproof cover to protect the joint which extends its operating life. Designed to compensate for any misalignment that may occur between the workpiece and the cylinder, the JC Series has a rotating angle of ±5° and allowable eccentricity of ±0.5 to 1mm. This deviation absorption capacity reduces the wear of the cylinders, extending their service time. Ideal for any pneumatic cylinder where the joint needs to absorb off-centring or loss of parallel accuracy between the cylinder and the driven body, the JC Series can operate at a maximum tensile/compressive force of 3100N for cylinder

Now also available: Field Testing Area Delft Solids Solutions has recently moved to a new location in Wateringen. Beside new offices and a new laboratory space, divided over three different labs with a total area of 250 m2, we now also posess a so-called Field Testing Area. This latter facility has an area of 200 m2 and an effective height of 6 meters. Here, larger pilot plant set-ups can be built and researched, which can mimic the true situation in the factory. Coupled to our laboratory facilities and our expertise, this enables to offer the best-possible solutions in the area of particle characterization.

The new version of the VEGA adjustment software includes the 4...20 mA and 4...20mA/HART DTMs for the new instrument series VEGABAR 80. The information on the selected vessel geometry and the linearization table of the adjusted range are stored as graphics in the documentation of the instrument series VEGAFLEX 80 and VEGABAR 80. Functional enhancements for adjustment of other sensors as well as signal conditioning instruments have also been added. All VEGA DTMs available in this version have been tested and released for operation under Microsoft® Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 as well as Windows 8. This also applies to the included version (4.1 SP3) of the adjustment software PACTware. All DTMs for adjustment of VEGA sensors and signal conditioning instruments are available in DTM Collection 01/2014. The DTMs describe the functionality of the hardware and allow complete adjustment. All VEGA DTMs have been developed according to the FDT/DTM Style Guide. The new

In order to produce and preserve potato powder, the potatoes‘ water content must be reduced to below 10 percent. This leaves no chance for bacteria or mold, and the potatoes can be shipped and processed as powder or granules, according to demand. AVA’s vacuum drying offers an efficient alternative to bulky belt or spray dryers. The product does not require additional water to become sprayable or pumpable. Shortly blanched potato slices or sticks are simply fed to the dryer through a feeding nozzle. Larger potato chunks do not cause any problems: they will be chopped up in the integrated chopper. The product is dried not only thermally but vacuum-thermally at low temperatures. It is heated via a double jacket, and water is detracted via a vacuum. A rotating agitator ensures the permanent and regular contact between product and machine wall – and prevents excessive heating. The result: dried potato granules easy to grind, offering full flavor, aroma, and a golden

with filter and vibration bottom 2x Filter receiver, AZO, V500-50, ss 304, separates air and product stream at the end of a pneumatic conveying system, generously dimensioned filter with compressed air purge cleaning ensure dust-free continuous operation (18 filter elements, 2.5 m2 filter surface), provided with VB 500 B vibration bottom with relieving cone for reliable discharge of several bulk materials, inlet 50 mm diameter, outlet 200 mm with flange Product no.: 2.128A2514 Visit our website for a complete overview of our used machinery in stock. Surplus Select is partner for the fluids and solids processing industry in CSR/re-use.

Customized system solutions for the bulk materials industry The ever increasing technical demands in the bulk materials industry are reflected in the particular expectations of the user. Manufacturers who not only supply everything from one source but also undertake the complete project to the point of turnkey handover are in demand. The Beckum-based BEUMER Group with affiliations around the globe develops customized system solutions for conveying and loading, palletizing and packaging, and sortation and distribution systems. BEUMER also acts as the main contractor on behalf of its customers. “A significant trend is that more and more clients want to commission their systems in a turnkey state,” says Dr. Gerd Oberheuser, Head of System Technology at the BEUMER Group, regarding the increased market requirements. “Engineering, Procurement and Construction”, EPC, or EPCM – “Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management” – for short, are the buzzwords here. EPCM is an enhanced form of project management.

Mahltechnik Görgens en JAVO procestechniek bouwen samen, in opdracht van een klant in de Benelux, een pilot plant voor het malen van vochtige organische materialen. In nauwe samenwerking met JAVO en Görgens is een mobiele installatie ontworpen die gebruik maakt van standaard containers. Hierdoor kan deze installatie eenvoudig getransporteerd worden en ook op diverse locaties worden opgebouwd. De Görgens turborotor is zeer geschikt om vezelige producten fijn te malen en zorgt voor een fijner en droger product dan bijvoorbeeld een hamermolen. De warmte die vrij komt bij het malen van de materialen wordt gebruikt om het product te drogen, hierdoor stijgt de calorische waarde van het materiaal. De complete pilot plant bestaat o.a. uit: • opslag bunker • doseersysteem • metaal afscheider • Görgens turborotor • container met besturingskasten • filter installatie • schroef voor de afvoer van het gemalen product

Berlin, Germany, 23-24 January 2014 The keynote An investigation on adhesion forces of particles on surfaces in centrifugal and magnetic fields by Prof. Nirschl of German Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, opens the congress, organized by LUM GmbH. Surface characterization of the particle itself becomes a more and more important topic industry. A Japanese scientist is discussing it on the example of the determination of the Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) by the Separation Analyser LUMiReader®. Nanoparticle reference materials are described by Russian researchers, the dispersibility of carbon black in n-alkanes by a representative of the University of Sheffield and the dispersing behaviour of carbon nanotubes a member of the Technical University Nuernberg. Lignite hydrocolloids are measured using a Dispersion Analyser LUMiSizer at Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic. The characterization of colloidal particle aggregates is successfully performed by optical analysis in a separating centrifugal

High performance in minimum space FRITSCH Planetary Mills of the classic line are ideally suited for wet and dry comminution of hard, medium-hard, brittle and fibrous materials. Samples can be processed from a few milligrams to several kilograms at a wide range of fineness levels down to less than 1 μm. They are absolutely reliable, especially easy to operate and clean. Matching grinding parts of various materials are also available to provide maximum protection against undesired contamination of the samples. The Planetary Mono Mill PULVERISETTE 6 classic line is a high-performance Planetary Ball Mill with a single grinding bowl mount and practical, easily adjustable imbalance compensation. Your advantage: Particularly easy use and high-energy effect up to 650 rpm. This ensures a constantly high grinding performance with extremely low space requirements for loss-free grinding results even in suspension. The electronic timer adjustable to one second and the programma-ble, automated reversing

The world’s leading pneumatics provider, SMC, is guiding its mechanically jointed rodless cylinders to further success thanks to a series of product refinements. The upgraded MY1B-Z Series basic type is ideal for long stroke applications where space is restricted and the MY1H-Z linear guide type is suitable for high repeatability long stroke applications where space is also restricted. Both models feature a number of improvements including the adjustability of the cushion needle, the dust seal band retention and easier piping, all of which offer SMC customers enhanced product performance and functionality. The cushion needle is now easy to access as it’s placed in the top of the cylinders and can be adjusted with a hexagon wrench. The overall performance and reliability of the MY1B-Z and MY1H-Z have also been improved as the number of external particles entering the systems are minimised thanks to a new magnetic dust seal band, reducing maintenance costs. SMC’s

After over 30 years of dedicated service Herman Schutte will no longer be employed by Parker Hannifin Netherlands by the end of May 2014. For almost 11 years now, Herman has been the General Manager of Sales Company Netherlands and under his guidance and leadership the Sales Company has grown from 80 to almost 200 employees and sales have three folded. Herman Schutte has particularly contributed significantly to the growth that Parker has made in the field of building complete systems in the Netherlands. Production of hydraulic and pneumatic systems in the Netherlands is now at such a high level that The Netherlands have been certified by the Parker worldwide organization as a Global Competence Center. As his successor Parker has appointed Freddy Eggengoor, who is acting as General Manager since January 1st 2014. Freddy Eggengoor joined Parker Netherlands in 1994 as a Pneumatics Sales Engineer. Since then he has executed several sales functions, such as Key Account

Inden is the third strip mining site in the Rhineland brown coal mining district after Garzweiler and Hambach. The mining field is approximately 4,500 hectares in size. Its coal seams are up to 45 m thick and lie as far as 230 m beneath the earth’s surface. Bulkscan® LMS511 laser volume flowmeter measures the bulk material on the conveyor belts and so varies the slew speed of the bucket-wheel excavator. Bulkscan® LMS511 optimizes material removal by bucket-wheel excavators Yard by yard, bucket-wheel excavator 255 cuts its way through the earth with its swinging boom. The bucket wheel moves the excavated earth onto a belt located on the boom, where it is then transported to an overland conveyor system at the rear of the bucket-wheel excavator. RWE Power has installed a Bulkscan® LMS511 above the first belt on the boom. The laser volume flowmeter quickly and precisely measures the profile of the bulk materials and, using the belt speed, calculates the current

OIML approved The load cell H8Q has been awarded the OIML R60 C3 approval. The NMi (NL) have concluded that the cells have a Y-value of 15.000 for the standard C3 approval. Approved capacities are 200kg, 500kg and 1000kg. This low profile load cell (f. e. 500kg: height only 19.1mm!) is suitable for weighing applications where space is limited. Also weighing assembly is available.