Particle size, particle size distribution, and homogeneity influence numerous properties of powders and granules.A ccordingly, laboratories place great ... Particle size, particle size distribution, and homogeneity influence numerous properties of powders and granules. Accordingly, laboratories place great emphasis on the careful preparation of raw materials and product samples. Grinding, pre-mixing, and particle size analysis are among the routine steps that precede many development and quality control tasks. New raw materials, modified formulations, or adjusted process parameters are typically evaluated in the laboratory before being introduced into production. To ensure comparable results, materials must be prepared under defined conditions. Variations in particle size or uneven distribution of individual components can significantly affect the assessment of material and product properties. FUCHS Maschinen AG, based in Granges-Paccot, Switzerland, develops and manufactures equipment for the processing of powders, granules, and other free-flowing bulk materials. Its product range includes solutions for grinding,…

With the SIFTOMAT and SIFTOMAT food, FUCHS Maschinen AG provides solutions for demanding screening applications in the plastics, food and bulk solids industries In many bulk solids processes, overall plant performance is not determined by the conveyor or mixer – but by the screening machine. Whenever high throughput rates, demanding product quality or difficult material characteristics come together, the screening process often becomes the critical process step. Blocked screen meshes, reduced separation efficiency and unplanned downtime directly affect product quality and plant efficiency. Modern screening technology therefore has to deliver far more than simple particle separation. Fine, sticky or moist bulk materials in particular tend to block screen apertures. As a result, the open screening area is continuously reduced, leading to lower throughput, reduced screening accuracy and increasing machine load. Even small agglomerates or foreign particles can negatively affect downstream processes or cause quality issues. Especially in the plastics, food and chemical industries, process reliability and reproducible screening…

In the production of bulk materials, precise separation and sizing play a key role in ensuring product quality and process reliability. SIFTOMAT – Plansifters for general industrial applications The SIFTOMAT is the standard model in the FUCHS range. It operates using an eccentric sifting movement, which enables gentle yet precise separation of bulk materials. Multiple sieve decks allow different fractions to be separated in a single pass – a benefit for companies seeking to optimise the efficiency of their production processes. The SIFTOMAT plansifter is used in the plastics industry for granules, as well as in the food and pharmaceutical industries for powders and pellets. Its modular design allows for quick sieve changes and flexible adaptation to varying production batches. The SIFTOMAT is for instance used in the pharmaceutical industry for pellets sizing. The sifting machine ensures consistent particle sizes and reduces downtime, thereby increasing the efficiency of the production line. SIFTOMAT mini – the compact solution for laboratory & pilot production For small batch sizes and…

The SIFTOMAT mini is a powerful solution for screening small batches of a wide variety of bulk materials – ideal for laboratories and pilot plants. The SIFTOMAT mini from FUCHS Maschinen AG is a compact for sifting very small throughputs and was developed specifically for use in laboratories, pilot plants, and small production environments. As a mini version of the proven SIFTOMAT plansifter, the SIFTOMAT mini also uses the principle of flat, eccentric sieve movement. An eccentric drive sets the sieve stack in a uniform vibration, which treats the material to be sieved particularly gently and at the same time achieves high sieving quality and reproducible sieving results. The plansifter is suitable for all classic sieving applications such as control sieving, dedusting and classification, making it versatile for use in bulk material processing, including in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical and plastics industries. Thanks to its extremely compact design, the SIFTOMAT mini requires only a small footprint without compromising on performance and functionality. A particular advantage is the extremely quick…

Who thinks that sifting always works the same way is sorely mistaken. The right sifiting technology is crucial for quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Plansifters the universal sifting solutions Anyone who thinks that sifting simply works the same way is sorely mistaken. Depending on the requirements, product and objective, different types of sifting machines are used in industry – each with its own strengths and special features. Whether in the food, pharmaceutical, plastics or chemical industry: choosing the right sifting technology is crucial for quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. 1) Vibratory sifters – the classic choice These are mostly used for simple applications such as control sifting, also known as safety sifting. In this process, foreign particles are separated from the ‘good’ product. In applications where oversized particles are to be sifted out, the term control sifting is not used, but the process is simply the same. In many cases, vibratory sifters are also used here. They can also be used for dedusting bulk materials. The fine particles are sifted out. Compared to other sifting…