Archive February 2018

Innovative Grinding Systems for the Food Industry at the Anuga FoodTec 2018 The area of fine-grinding has a special role within the process chain in food production, as here the product determines the technology to be used as in no other processing step. The processes of grinding basically differ depending on the required final finenesses and the material structure. Whereas when processing gelatine, it is often possible to obtain the desired fineness of around 600 µm (d97) using an Impact Mill, the Chlorella algae with final finenesses of down to approx. 7.5 µm (d50) for which demand is steadily increasing in Europe, can only be obtained using High-Density Bed Jet Mills. On the other hand, for example, when sugar is ground to obtain confectioner´s sugar, which has an average final fineness of 100 µm (d90), in this case the particular focus is on the further processing of the product. This means that the grinding systems used must be particularly reliable so as not to delay the downstream processes. To meet these diverse demands the NETZSCH…

Hands-on technology: exchange of experiences and new ideas for India’s markets This February, UWT together with local distributors organized several customer seminars for the Indian market in the cities of Satna in the Madhya Pradesh region, in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan and Haldia in West Bengal. In Satna it was presented the broad range of solutions of the entire UWT product range for different process applications within different industries. Common questions such as which sensor is suitable for level measurement or level detection in which material-processing silo or process container could be answered. Industry experiences were exchanged and different solutions were discussed. The latest product development in the field of capacitive measuring technology, the RFnivo® 3000 series was highlighted. How the equipment functions, the user-friendly calibration as well as the technical opportunities of the innovative RF probe were demonstrated and could be tried under different application conditions. On that occasion the attendees were also brought…

Your solution for big data Big data looks like today’s hype. More important is what use it makes. And even more important, how do you get it. PENKO has the solution for you. The weighing controllers collect your production data, product names, weights, lot numbers, date and time, and so on. So that’s how you get it. The data is organized by means of programs with proven qualities, such as Datareporter. Then it is stored into the cloud. This is not done just like that, it makes the information is available everywhere. So that’s the use it has for you. Of course your valuable data and/or company secrets are well protected. You decide who can find them and how long the information remains available. This way your entire organization has the benefits. Purchase, quality control, shipping as well as the business office always has access to all production data and statuses. So everyone can respond adequately if necessary.

Automated Multiport diverter system for pneumatic transport saves 21,000 manual acts

It’s all about DATA… Big data, qualitative data, hard data, quantitative data, integer data… What is the big deal? Fact of the matter is that EVERYTHING revolves around data and businesses are increasingly making decisions based on data analysis – be it their own – or from a different source. The emphasis behind all processes lies in software and the accessibility of data. DataReporter, is a tool developed by Penko that makes data of automated industrial processes accessible and usable.

NEW, hydraulically damped single-point weighing load cells now available up to 200 kg Single point load cells possess the particular characteristic to be insensitive for a moment. This allows measurement of eccentric positioned loads. This way weighing arrangements with surface sizes up to 600 x 600 mm can be realized with one sensor only. Additionally to this characteristic the hydraulically damped sensors add insensitivity to shocks and vibrations. It seems contradictory, but thanks to the frictionless damping, these load cells quickly offer a stable weighing signal. This feature allows utilization for fast processes such as sorting and filling by weight. The 260 series is now expanded with carrying capacities up to 200 kg. In addition, the design has been modified to improve the protection class, from IP66 to IP68. This was achieved by means of a smart pressure equalization of the housing. Furthermore, the enclosure is out of stainless steel. Integrated is a central overload protection, both in tension and compression. All of these features make…

Natural resources continue to pose a challenge for the food industry, because natural also means that composition varies, which makes preparing a consistent product difficult. Checking and adjusting all weights is essential in this process, from the raw material to the final product. The proper tools are indispensable for this. For more information read the article on our website.

New. Accurate dosing of batches of fish on the high seas. Accurate weighing on board of a seagoing fishing vessel is no sinecure. First and foremost, the ship is continuously rolling and stamping because of the waves. Furthermore, the motors, hoisting tools, winches and the like cause a plurality of vibrations with the corresponding harmonics. Using existing instrumentation, PENKO Engineering developed a weighing system with built-in compensation for all mentioned disturbing effects. This arithmetic compensation is possible due to the unmatched high measurement speed and internal resolution these instruments possess. The availability of a reliable weighing data is the basis for dosing the captured fish in batches. In practice, thanks to this method, it appears possible to assemble the batches of fish with a, for these conditions of use high, accuracy ≤ 1%. Because the batches are carefully dosed, the fisherman reduces give away due to overweight and does not need to freeze it either. That means two times profit, in…

Providing cost-effective solutions to industrial problems During March the following courses will be held at our campus in Chatham, Kent UK, focusing on handling and storing different materials and looking at the reasons why problems occur and how to prevent or eliminate them 13 – 15 March Storage and Discharge of Powders and Bulk Materials Course topics include: Basics of hopper and silo design and function Dealing with potential problems Discharge aids and interfacing to feeders £765 for 2 days/ £1185 includes practical session in the on-site laboratories, per delegate 28 March Biomass Handling, Feeding and Storage Course topics include: Material types, flow properties and handling equipment requirements; Self-heating, fire, explosion and safety; Dust and degradation, pneumatic conveying and wear. £490 per delegate On-line registration is available via our website or by contacting the office. The courses are all delivered in English.

Ensuring data integrity has become an important subject given the increasing importance of information security and the daily news about hackers and data breaches. The FDA and other inspection authorities are increasingly focusing on data integrity. But what does data integrity mean? Data integrity has a significant impact on the quality of raw materials and end products. You always aim for the best quality of the product, but is your process fully transparent? Data integrity is all about the traceability of your products and data protection. Risk management is key to achieve compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements. Step-by-step registration of your products results in traceable processes which helps to increase product reliability and to reduce risks. Guarantee the quality of your raw materials and end products by ensuring data integrity. Which consequences for your operational processes do you need to consider and how can you achieve compliance with this…

Glatt at Anuga FoodTec 2018, hall 04.2, booth A068 At Anuga FoodTec 2018 the leading global trade fair for the food and beverage industry, plant manufacturer Glatt Ingenieurtechnik will present established processes that help manufacturers to rapidly develop marketable products. From delicious instant drinks to essential oils or vitamins for sports nutrition or dietary supplements, Glatt works closely with its customers to engineer bespoke solutions to produce product samples, scale-up processes and construct economically designed, energy efficient production facilities. According to the latest trend report from market research agency Mintel, global demand for products containing natural or health-promoting ingredients continues to rise, whereas sugar, salt and fat are still on the negative list. In addition, more and more consumers are taking a closer look at whether their favorite brands offer transparency, environmentally friendly manufacturing and a sustainable supply chain. Sophisticated processes such as fluidized…

Bavarian flair in Russia The team of UWT RUS Level Measurement exhibits at the 23rd MVC in VDNKH, Exhibition of national economy achievements, Moscow at booth B 575. During 30th January – 1st February 2018 experts shared new ideas and exchanged knowledge in the field of agricultural chemistry, grain production, veterinary preparations, bio fuel or waste recycling. At the UWT booth, reliable technologies of measurement for continuous and level limit detection were presented as well as special solutions for grain and animal feed manufacturing. At the exhibitors forum the industry exchanged experience about the latest developments in mechanic process technology. There was a high level of interest for the measurement solutions “Made in Germany” and some new projects could be discussed. Focus of UWT was on the latest products, the compact vibrating probe Mononivo® MN 4000 as well as the smart radar sensor NivoRadar® NR 3000. Besides experienced engineers brought solution-based methods…