Material Intake
The gathering of raw materials in a production facility is considered one of the most challenging processes for the factory itself.
It is the point where internal regulations and processes of individualized sites meet third party vendors and suppliers with the majority of the cases being different than the internal ones.
Various parameters should be cross-checked relating to the consistency in quality for both the material itself but also in terms of packaging, proper labeling for easy traceability, the time it takes for the truck to unload on site, invoicing control and so on and so forth.
Packaging format is usually what determines the correct equipment a production facility should have in place for the gathering of the goods to be made through a smooth and easy process.
The most used formats are in bulk, big bags of 25kg bags for solids and barrels or IBC’s when it forms to liquid. Whichever the case may be, TecSpec provides the right equipment to ensure the proper gathering of the goods.
From silos and big bag or bag tipping stations, and in most cases all three combined, TecSpec evaluates not only the packaging format but the special bulk properties of the goods amongst a long list of different modules which enables us to provide the right component in the right place.
Most production processes start with the unloading of the “raw material”. There are many ways to receive bulk materials and most Industries use more than one method. In this 1st production stage, decisions taken could affect the quality of the final product, safety, costs, speed and many other factors which determine your way of doing business and staying competitive.
Intakes can be suitable for
- Bags/ Sacks/ Big Bags
- Bulk - Containers - Dry and Liquid
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Conveying
As technology keeps advancing on a daily basis, the need of proper conveying materials such as bulk solids or liquids from one point to another, standards and deliverables is becoming stricter than ever. The internal production supply chain has become essential to the entire business success since it can either reduce or skyrocket operational expenditures, directly affecting Cost of Goods Sold.
TecSpec has a proven track record for nearly 50 years in delivering hundreds of conveying applications all across the globe and based on that expertise we consider ourselves specialists in design, manufacture, install, commissioning and start up any of pneumatic conveying type, to meet the most strict and challenging specifications. We take into consideration a long list of factors and bulk material properties to ensure the trouble free operation of your conveying line for many years to come.
Various types of conveying are available in the market which have been divided into two main pillars: mechanical and pneumatic.
- Mechanical
Mechanical conveying includes screw and chain conveyors, bucket elevators, aero-mechanical and tubular drag conveyors, belt conveyors, vibrating and so on, all of which could be manufactured in different types and shapes yet with conveying capacities ranging from few kg/hr to few hundreds tn/hr. Mechanical conveying is usually in place for short distances and is considered a cost effective means of transport compared with pneumatic ones. Ideally considered also to applications where sensitive seeds or powders need to be conveying.
There is no ‘one fits all’ solution as in many cases even in the same factory, even for the same raw material a different type of conveying is selected simply because another factor comes along to a specific process step.
A proper design put into place right from the start is of great importance to reach a “get it right the first time’’ approach, which saves significant costs in the long run both in efficiency and maintenance while the majority of the cases ends up out of specs or inconsistent final products.
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- Pneumatic
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Pneumatic conveying on the other hand includes systems and solutions in two main categories: dense or dilute phase, both of which can be facilitated in a positive or negative pressure. Pneumatic conveying solutions are considered ideal for medium to long distances, while their small footprint, maintenance elimination, easy expandability and yet the more hygiene and sanitary design are only a few of their benefits in comparison with mechanical.
There is no ‘one fits all’ solution as in many cases even in the same factory, even for the same raw material a different type of conveying is selected simply because another factor comes along to a specific process step.
A proper design put into place right from the start is of great importance to reach a “get it right the first time’’ approach, which saves significant costs in the long run both in efficiency and maintenance while the majority of the cases ends up out of specs or inconsistent final products.
Storage
Every production company faces the challenge of storing bulk raw materials in powder or liquid form. However, should they be designed with respect to the flow characteristics and bulk properties of the material, this challenge can turn into a benefit to maintain your product quality to the level first received as well as reducing the costs of managing downstream in your process line.
A variety of options are available among a wide range of standardized modules, but tailor made constructions are also available to meet the most individualized needs.
TecSpec manufactures silos for solids either powder or granules in painted carbon or stainless steel and aluminium for internal and external use in various types, shapes, and storage capacities. Cost effective solutions made from special textile food grade or not are also available for indoor dry areas.
From 1m3 to 200m3 monolithic single block or square type for increased storage capacity in the same area, to few thousands tones in flat corrugation format with omega sections, suitable for dry and easy flowing cereals.
Yet can be equipped with a variety of features, instrumentation and control systems for elimination of internal segregation or material de-mixing, explosion risks and hazards.
Storage Silos can be of
- Square Type
- Circular type
- Galvanised steel silo
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