Materials Handling/Processing

Understanding Net Weight Filler Configuration and Performance

Gravimetric or net weight fillers have replaced other fill methods in the CASE industry due to their ease of automation, flexibility, and accuracy.

Steve Schmidt

March 27, 2020

While many filling technologies exist, gravimetric or net weight fillers remain a predominant fill method in the CASE industry. These fillers utilize a scale to measure the precise amount of product dispensed to a container.

Focke Meler Officially Opens New Headquarters Facility in Spain

Focke Meler celebrated the official opening of its new headquarters on January 31, 2020.

March 6, 2020

Focke Meler recently announced the completion of its new corporate headquarters in Arazuri, Spain.

Ross double planetary mixer turnkey sanitary

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Double-Planetary Mixer Sanitary Turnkey System

The company reports that the unit’s jacketed mixing vessel and special high-viscosity blades are a dynamic combination for producing thick gels, pastes, putties, and other semi-solids under precise temperatures.

February 27, 2020

Charles Ross & Son Co. recently announced that its double-planetary mixer is available in a “super sanitary” turnkey configuration, featuring a common stainless steel workbench for both the mixer and matching discharge system.

Henkel Invests in Machine Learning Software Start-Up Fero Labs

Henkel will support Fero Labs to grow its existing customer base while leveraging the potential of Industry 4.0 applications in its own production sites.

February 10, 2020

Henkel recently announced that it has participated in the latest funding round of Fero Labs, a U.S.-based start-up aiming to optimize industrial processes by using explainable machine learning.

Nouryon to Use Digital Technology from Semiotic Labs to Boost Plant Reliability

The technology has been successfully implemented at Nouryon’s chlorine plant at Ibbenbüren, Germany, and will now be rolled out to seven other sites in Europe.

January 31, 2020

Nouryon has signed a framework agreement to implement self-learning technology developed by Semiotic Labs that helps predict when to maintain and replace pumps and other rotating equipment.

SCHEUGENPFLUG: Material Preparation and Feeding Unit

According to the company, the new LiquiPrep system allows for the reliable preparation and feeding of self-leveling adhesives and potting materials with a viscosity of up to 70.000 mPa∙s.

January 28, 2020

Scheugenpflug recently announced that it has launched a new generation of its A310 material preparation and feeding unit.

Ross mixer with powder induction manifold

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Triple-Shaft Mixer with Powder Induction Manifold

According to Ross, SLIM incorporates powder or liquid phases directly into the rotor-stator mix head, causing instant wet-out as it rotates at 3,600 rpm.

January 21, 2020

The latest 600-gal Ross VersaMix model VM-600 is reportedly capable of high-speed subsurface powder induction with the proprietary Ross solids/liquid injection manifold (SLIM).

Surface Treatment with Atmospheric Plasma

The chemistry of an atmospheric plasma surface treatment must be adopted to the targeted process.

Nicolas Vandencasteele

January 21, 2020

Most polymers have a low surface energy, which results in difficulties when further processing (e.g., coating, printing, or gluing) and requires the use of surface treatment to increase the surface energy.

Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan Moves to New Office and Demonstration Center

With the expanded demonstration center and office space, the company has consolidated its fluid dispensing and conformal coating, test and inspection, and plasma treatment equipment into one location.

December 5, 2019

Nordson Corp. recently announced that Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan has relocated to new larger office and demonstration facilities in central Tokyo to deliver sales, service, technical training, and support to its customers and sales network in Japan.