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JACOB was awarded the GEO Award as part of the ”Fabrik des Jahres” competition. We are proud that our site in Porta Westfalica has been awarded the GEO Award in the ”Fabrik des Jahres” competition. The jury particularly praised our high level of vertical integration, specially developed automation solutions, consistent end-to-end planning and our production strategy with a clear focus on sustainability. Culture of cooperation Jan Niklas Töws, Director of Operations & Supply Chain Management at JACOB, describes the secret of our success as follows: ”We won because we consistently do what makes sense. Our goal is for our customers to enjoy working with us. That’s why we design our processes to be simple for our customers and are happy to accept internal detours to achieve this. We act with common sense rather than rigid processes. Each individual takes responsibility and contributes their knowledge so that we can improve together. This culture of cooperation ensures that we remain flexible, react quickly and always keep the customer

Feed bagging machines optimize feed production with precise, safe, and efficient bagging, offering solutions for powders, granules, and bulk products. In the animal feed industry, feed bagging machines are essential for efficient production, high product quality, and safe handling. Different technologies adapt to product types, volumes, and packaging formats, optimizing productivity and minimizing losses. Feed Bagging Technologies * Open-mouth bagging machines are the most versatile and widely used. They handle prefabricated bags from 5 to 50 kg made of paper, PE, or laminated PP, including flat, pinch-bottom, or gusseted bags, with or without handles. With production up to 1,800 bags per hour, they offer high precision using MSX weighing controllers, a durable design, and easy maintenance, making them suitable for grains, seeds, flour, rice, sugar, and additives. * Valve bagging machines are designed for prefabricated valve bags and are ideal for fine powders or products with complicated flow. They can produce up to 500 bags per hour per nozzle and handle various powders, cereals, and flours. These machines provide

For continuous operations and cost optimization in mining and material processing plants, precisely determining the actual material volume and inventory within silos is a critical factor. Traditional level sensors provide limited point data, leading to inaccurate volume estimates and unreliable inventory reports, especially when facing high dust or extreme environmental conditions. RETTAR offers a breakthrough solution using its robust 3D Radar Scanning technology. The 3DPro2300 Series Radar Scanner provides the high-penetration, accurate 3D data required for complex interior volume calculations, offering a reliable monitoring architecture for smart inventory management. ATEX-Certified Reliability for Silo Environments The RETTAR 3DPro2300 Series Radar Scanners are specifically engineered for environments where lasers fail. Their superior wave penetration and environmental immunity make them the ideal choice for high-dust, high-humidity, or confined silo environments

Lactoprot Deutschland GmbH has successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of its new full-line system equipped with the BVP gross pneumatic packer at the Greif-Velox Maschinenfabrik GmbH facility. The line is designed to handle a particularly broad range of food additives – from components used in milk and whey refinement to demanding and sensitive products such as allergenic ingredients, egg powder, as well as protein and sports nutrition. Broad Product Scope and High Process Reliability The new system enables safe, efficient and hygienic processing of various powder products, including materials with complex flow characteristics or heightened requirements for purity and dust control. With its carefully engineered features, the line is optimised for frequent product changeovers and flexible formulations. Technical Highlights of the Full-Line - Performance of up to 150 bags per hour - Hygienic wet-cleaning system for fast and reliable product changeovers - VeloScale technology ensuring high-precision weighing and repeatable results - Custom-developed bags that further enhance process stability and overall efficiency Partnership Built on Collaboration Close

What makes MOLOScode better than other coupling monitoring systems? There are coupling monitoring systems in which the reading distance between the RFID read head and the ID tag is 30 mm or greater. This can be advantageous for many RFID applications, but it is fatal for monitoring a coupling point. The RFID system still reports “coupling closed” even though it is already 20 mm or more open. This can have dramatic consequences for operating personnel, especially during cleaning processes with 85 °C hot detergent. Other systems have the ID tag attached to the hose with a chain. This is a complex system, as not only the hose must be connected with the fixed coupling but also the ID tag with the reader. This solution does not eliminate the risk of confusion, as the length of the chain means that the ID tag could also be connected to a neighboring read head. Still other systems install the RFID technology in relatively large plastic housings, which are laboriously attached to special couplings. These can easily be damaged when

Function The solids sampler is manually operated by means of a crank. Turning the crank makes that the product is conveyed out of the process via a screw conveyor. When turning in clockwise rotation the sample is taken. Upon turning counter-clockwise again, the residual product is conveyed from the screw conveyor into the process. Characteristics * Process connection: DN25 flange according to EN1092-1 * Ball valve in the discharge path * Bottle holder: GL45 screw thread according to DIN 168-1 * GL45 screw cap * Stainless steel construction

RF Technology Decoded by UWT – How Electrical Signals Deliver Reliable Level Detection RF technology (Radio Frequency Capacitance) uses high-frequency measurement for precise level detection. Unlike purely capacitive sensors, it detects not only changes in capacitance but also the specific resistance of the medium. This ensures reliable measurement even under challenging conditions. How does RF technology work? The principle is based on an electrical voltage divider. Together with the medium, the probe forms a measuring system that detects both capacitance and impedance. Impedance describes the total electrical resistance a medium presents to an alternating current. It indicates how strongly a material reacts to electrical signals – and this change is exactly what RF technology uses for reliable detection. When the material comes into contact with the electrode, the capacitance increases abruptly – a clear signal that the level has been reached. The longer the active electrode, the more sensitively the probe responds. This allows the measurement

Solids & Recycling-Technik Dortmund 2026: industry meeting place with a top-class supporting programme Solids Dortmund, trade fair for granules, powders and bulk solids technologies, takes place on the 18th and 19th of March 2026. Here visitors will find efficient solutions for processing, handling, storing, transporting and analysing bulk solids. This year there is also a special reason to celebrate: 20 years of Solids Dortmund. The anniversary edition’s motto is ‘Ideas that move. Solutions that stay.’ Exhibiting companies will present the entire spectrum of mechanical process engineering: from conveying, dosing and screening technology to crushing, mixing and storage technology to dust extraction, filtration and process automation solutions for fine to coarse-grained materials. The Recycling-Technik Dortmund, trade fair for recycling technologies, will take place in parallel to Solids Dortmund and is focusing on machinery, plants and components for recycling and environmentally friendly disposal. The close interconnection between the bulk solids and recycling

The Vortex angel hair trap is helping a plastic manufacturer in the south of the US rid their system of those devilish angel hairs that causes plastics manufacturers such headaches. A state-of-the-art compounding plant faced significant production challenges due to the formation of ”angel hair” in its pneumatic conveying systems. These plastic strands caused equipment clogs, product contamination, and increased operational costs. By implementing the Vortex Angel Hair Trap, the plant successfully eliminated these issues, leading to a substantial improvement in production efficiency, a reduction in maintenance-related downtime, and enhanced final product quality. The challenge of angel hair in plastics production In the plastic compounding industry, the pneumatic conveyance of plastic pellets is a standard process. However, this process often generates thin, fibrous strands of plastic known as ”angel hair,” ”streamers,” or ”snake skins.” While seemingly minor, the accumulation of angel hair presents a significant operational challenge. It can obstruct conveying lines, contaminate raw materials, and degrade the quality of the final

SYMACH, a BW Packaging Systems company, offers a line of modular bag-filling machines. These systems offer unparalleled flexibility for handling various bag materials and sizes (4 kg to 50 kg) at speeds up to 16 bags per minute. Modular Design Ensures Versatility and Product Quality The SYMACH bag-filling machines are designed for maximum versatility, accommodating a wide range of bag materials including PE, PE-PET, aluminum coated, polywoven, and open-mouth paper bags, with weights ranging from 4 kg to 50 kg. Their modular nature allows various closing systems—such as sealing, stitching, and pinch top closures—to be seamlessly integrated into the mainframe. This ensures that the aesthetic quality is maintained, especially with gusseted bags, where the side fold remains intact after filling, delivering a highly pleasing end result. Fast, Intuitive Operation and Zero Mechanical Changeovers A key benefit is the machine’s intuitive operation and quick changeover capability. The unique, universal nozzle/spout means that switching between products or bag types requires no mechanical adjustments to be performed, saving significant time and reducing operational complexity. Operators can

The Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) in Lübeck focused on the BVP Full-Line gross pneumatic packer with integrated FIBC filling for the Rettenmeier mill. The system was purchased by Rettenmeier Mühle, a family-run company and one of the leading suppliers of raw materials for artisan bakers and the food and feed industry. The advantages of this customized system with outstanding features: - Low-dust filling – for clean processes - Automatic nozzle extraction – for residual emptying during product changes - Precise weighing – high accuracy for every container - Fully automatic bag centering – for constantly changing bag formats-Equalization – automatic height adjustment for different bags - Turbo gripper – bag centering in the gripper via pneumatics, automatic adjustment to the respective bag format - Additional FIBC solution (big bag) – maximum flexibility for changing requirements

Exchange, networking, and insights into innovative bulk solids technologies; that was the DSIV Young Professional Day in Lübeck. Together with Dr. Jan-Philipp Fürstenau from the DSIV (German Bulk Solids Industry Association), Prof. Kai Freudenthal and students from the Mechanical Process Engineering program at HAW Hamburg were welcomed to Greif-Velox as part of an excursion. The program was varied: - Technical presentations on digitalization, AR/VR, and AI in product development - Live demonstrations at the Greif-Velox InnovationHub - Factory tour with insight into a real customer plant - Prospects for starting a career Thank you to everyone involved for the intensive dialogue and great interest. Such encounters show how important direct exchange between universities and industry is – and how much potential the next generation has.

The SIFTOMAT plansifter can now be used in virtually all industrial sectors where bulk materials are processed, such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food. The SIFTOMAT plan sifter is used in various industrial sectors for processing bulk materials. Typical applications can be found in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. The machine is designed for the basic sifting processes of classification, de-dust removal, and control sieving. Among other things, it is used for control sieving prior to packaging, for separating grain sizes into up to four fractions, and for the precise separation of longs and twins. THE SIFTOMAT can be equipped with one to three screen decks, enabling it to handle a variety of tasks. One screen deck is used for dedusting or control sifting, while two screen decks allow both processes to be carried out simultaneously. With up to three screen decks arranged one above the other, classification into several granulometry fractions is possible. The screen inclination is adjusted by loosening a few screws and is kept simple in design. The factory presetting of the inclination and speed

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Damage to stainless steel barrels often leads to costly replacements – even though much of the damage can be reliably repaired. This extends service life and reduces costs Stainless steel drums are an indispensable part of production logistics in the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, and biotechnology industries. Damage to stainless steel barrels often leads to costly replacements – even though much of the damage can be reliably repaired. This extends service life and reduces costs Economical and sustainable at the same time High-quality repairs to stainless steel drums not only save costs, but also significantly extend the service life of the drums. At the same time, material usage, energy consumption, and waste are reduced – a direct contribution to sustainable production processes in sensitive industries. Free sample repair as a basis for decision-making Bolz Intec offers a free sample repair to enable companies to make an informed assessment. After photos have been sent in, the company checks the technical feasibility without obligation. A cleaned drum can then be submitted for a complete sample repair. The result serves

The early detection of fire hazards is one of the greatest challenges in milling operations. Enormous airflows and closed processes mean that smoke or heat often become noticeable only when it is already too late. Saalemühle Alsleben, Germany’s largest family-run milling group, has partnered with REMBE to develop a solution. With the CO.Pilot, an innovative CO detection concept was implemented, based on highly sensitive laser absorption spectroscopy and differential measurements between the inlet and exhaust air. This approach filters out external interference and provides reliable real-time data. The result was a breakthrough: the CO.Pilot detected the very first traces of carbon monoxide - clear indicators of incipient smouldering processes - long before conventional sensors would have reacted. The stable measurement curves made it possible to define safe alarm thresholds, initiate immediate protection measures, and prevent incidents before they could escalate. This success story impressively demonstrates the key strength of the CO.Pilot: combining safety and efficiency in a single solution - protecting equipment, avoiding unplanned downtime, and proving that reliable

New measuring system from Franz Ludwig GmbH optimizes concrete quality control directly in the truck mixer drum to increase precision and efficiency on the construction site. The quality of concrete is crucial for construction projects. Franz Ludwig GmbH, with almost half a century of experience in moisture measurement of bulk materials, has developed an innovative measuring system for truck mixer drums: the FL-Mobimic-Inspector. This system aims to precisely monitor concrete quality and thus minimize fluctuations, for example in water content, which can significantly affect concrete properties. It generates process-relevant data directly in the drum of the concrete truck mixer to ensure the high performance of concrete produced in precast or ready-mix concrete plants. Comprehensive Data for Optimal Concrete Consistency The FL-Mobimic-Inspector collects a variety of parameters relevant to concrete quality, including water content (optionally as w/c ratio or in l/m³), consistency, slump, temperature, drum rotation direction and speed, drum filling level, and even the amount of wash water in an empty mixing drum. Central positioning of

Robust capacitive moisture measurement through the underside of the conveyor belt for demanding bulk material processes. Classification of the measurement method In many bulk material processes, online moisture measurement is typically performed from above on the conveyor belt. However, not every plant provides suitable conditions for this approach. Problems occur in particular when the material height is low, the particle size distribution varies significantly between coarse and fine fractions, or when the operation involves heavy contamination and mechanical stress. Under these conditions, stable and reproducible measurements from above are often not achievable. In such cases, an alternative installation point has proven effective. Moisture measurement is performed from underneath, through the conveyor belt. Design and operating principle The sensor is mounted in a sled made of hardened tool steel directly beneath the belt. The sled and the ceramic measuring surface remain in mechanical contact with the underside of the conveyor belt. The robust design is engineered to operate reliably

Did you know that Lindor’s rotary drum mixer can be configured with an advanced coating system that makes it an ideal solution for sizing delicate fibers? This has now been proven in practice, following the successful commissioning of a 1000-liter Lindor coating mixer at a carbon fiber production facility in Europe. After an in-depth trial at Lindor’s Mixing Test Center in the Netherlands, the carbon fiber manufacturer selected the Lindor rotary drum coating mixer as the optimal solution for their processing line. The machine is now fully operational at their site and plays an integral role in their carbon fiber sizing process. This is a critical step in ensuring the fibers bond correctly with composite matrices in end-use applications like aerospace, civic constructions and automotive goods. Ideal for Fiber Sizing In the fiber production industry, applying a sizing layer is essential. Sizing improves handling, protects the fiber during processing, and enhances the adhesion between the fiber and resin in composite materials. Common methods such as dip baths or kiss rollers are widely used, but each comes with

A milestone for the measurement technology manufacturer VEGA Grieshaber KG: At the beginning of October, the company officially commissioned its new electronics production facility at the US site in Mason near Cincinnati. The expansion covers around 11,000 square meters and doubles the previous production area in Mason. With the expansion, VEGA will produce electronic components directly on site in the future. The site expansion strengthens local supply chains, reduces dependence on global logistics, and increases flexibility in customer service. Production at the company headquarters in Schiltach remains. Sustainability and energy efficiency The new building was realized with a clear focus on energy efficiency and environmentally friendly materials. Regional sourcing and the elimination of long transport routes contribute to a more sustainable value chain. “With the expansion in Mason, we are investing in proximity to our customers in North America,” says Isabel Grieshaber, Managing Partner of VEGA. “This allows us to react faster, conserve resources, and deploy our innovative strength more effectively worldwide.” Collaboration across continents After around two years