The GRANOMAT JP from FUCHS Maschinen AG is a disc mill designed for both low-flour dry grinding and fine wet grinding applications. Depending on the selected grinding discs, the machine can process a wide range of bulk solids as well as suspensions and pastes.
Three machine sizes for different requirements
The GRANOMAT JP is available in three sizes with grinding disc diameters of DN 150, DN 250 and DN 360. Depending on the machine size, drive powers from 1.5 to 75 kW are available. This allows the series to cover applications ranging from laboratory and pilot-scale testing to industrial production processes.
Depending on the product, grinding tools and required fineness, throughput rates range from 1 kg/h to 3,000 kg/h. Target particle sizes between 10 and 4,000 µm can be achieved with the appropriate grinding discs.
Adjustable grinding gap during operation
The grinding principle is based on a rotating rotor and a stationary grinding disc (stator). The product is guided between the grinding discs by centrifugal forces and is reduced in size during the process.
A key feature of the GRANOMAT JP is the ability to adjust the grinding gap while the machine is running. Using a side-mounted handwheel, the particle size can be adapted to the process requirements without stopping the machine. This simplifies product changes and reduces setup times.
Different grinding discs for different products
A wide range of grinding discs with different profiles and materials is available for the GRANOMAT JP. This allows one machine to be used for various applications – from coarse, low-flour cracking and pre-grinding to fine grinding and dispersion processes in wet operation.
Typical applications include:
- Corn and cereals
- Starch
- Spices
- Minerals
- Pigments
- Chemical products
- Pharmaceutical raw materials
- Pastes made from vegetables, nuts or sesame
- Emulsions and suspensions
Optional cooling and heating system
Depending on the product requirements, the GRANOMAT JP can be equipped with a cooling or heating system. This enables gentle processing of temperature-sensitive materials and helps maintain defined process conditions.
The machine is designed for low-noise and low-vibration operation and allows easy cleaning and maintenance access.
Applications across various industries
The disc mill is used in industries including food processing, animal feed production, chemical manufacturing, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
The combination of interchangeable grinding discs, adjustable grinding gap and the ability to perform both wet and dry grinding enables a single machine platform to handle a wide range of production tasks.
Conclusion
With the GRANOMAT JP series, FUCHS Maschinen AG provides a flexible solution for modern size reduction processes. The combination of three machine sizes, variable grinding tools, adjustable grinding gap and suitability for wet and dry applications enables use across a broad range of industrial processes – from pilot-scale development to full-scale production.
