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As material handling consultants, Gough Engineering can ensure solutions perfectly match your production requirements. Does your project involve heavy-duty or bulk materials, high-speed or variable-speed operations and other complex parameters? Then get in touch.
We support you fully with every stage of engineering consultancy, from the initial concept to final operations. To this end, we have designed our trial process to offer comprehensive assessments and expert consultations. Here's how we do it:
Trial process
1. Agree on assessment: We start by understanding your needs and agreeing on the trial parameters.
2. Safety data sheet collection: We request relevant safety data sheets from you to ensure a safe trial environment.
3. Material receipt: Once we receive the materials at our facility, we're ready to proceed with the trial.
4. Trial scheduling: We schedule an assessment/trial at a time convenient for you.
5. Assessment/trial execution: Our team conducts the trial, carefully analysing the performance of the equipment. We provide detailed feedback and return the material to you.
6. Recommendations: We advise, support and provide a quote based on the trial results. The result is a design of material handling equipment that meets your needs — from industrial sieves, FIBC big bag dischargers and bulk handling systems to belt conveyor systems.
Our range of process equipment
At our trial facility, you gain access to a wide range of equipment tailored to meet your production requirements. Whether you're in food production or dealing with recycling, we ensure a comprehensive approach to engineering consultancy, trials and testing. Our equipment includes:
- Gough Batch Sieve (GBS)
- Gough Vibrecon® Separator (GVC)
- Gough Vibraflo® Separator (GVF)
- Linear Vibratory Screens (GLVS 1 or 2 deck)
- Hopper and Vibratory Feeder (GLVF)
- Various wire screen meshes and perforated plates
- Selection of Hook Screen meshes for linear screens
- Selection of drop-in or integrated decks for the GVC
Additionally, we offer gauss measurement and expert advice on magnet bars for removing ferrous metals.
Design consultation
Our experienced design team understands the intricate design principles essential for different material handing applications. We consider factors like material characteristics, capacity requirements, dimensions, screening efficiency, particle sizes and more.
Based on decades as a longstanding material handling equipment supplier, Gough Engineering's solutions are custom designed with unique features to ensure optimal performance. Our systems are highly efficient and designed to comply with industry regulations, like the ATEX regulations for explosive atmospheres.
Testing and trial facilities
Take advantage of our in-house testing facility located in North Staffordshire. You can witness the tests firsthand or opt for remote viewing via video — whatever suits your business best.
Material assessment
With Gough, you get a safe and efficient trial process. That's why we ask that you provide detailed information about the materials, including descriptions, compositions and safety data sheets. Your cooperation in providing this information ensures a thorough assessment and contributes to maintaining a safe trial environment.
Sample submission information
Submitting samples for analysis? Ensure to include relevant material safety data sheets and consider any requirements for laboratory clean-down or holding materials. Efficient coordination minimises unnecessary expenses and ensures timely processing.
Custom design of material handling equipment by Gough Engineering
Our partnership with a leading pet food industry player shows how Gough Engineering helps customers tackle these challenges. The customer needed a filtration system for its kibble pet food, allowing for a blend of cold-pressed and raw meat in the product.
Solution design and implementation
Gough Engineering embarked on designing a comprehensive system tailored to the customer's unique requirements, including streamlined production processes and high-quality product.
This involved meticulous planning, detailed engineering drawings, and rigorous testing to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance. The proposed system included:
- Vibratory linear screen
- Fine particle removal screen
- Conveyor systems
- Swinglink® Gravity Bucket Elevators (GBE)
- Support platform
Benefits and innovations
Gough Engineering's team crafted the system using mild steel and stainless steel components chosen for their cleanliness and durability. The design also incorporated special features such as roller stops, pneumatic slide valves, and vibration isolation. All of these features help maintain product consistency and integrity.
Positive impact and feedback
Following the installation of Gough Engineering’s systems, the pet food manufacturer reported highly positive feedback. The seamless integration of GBE with fine particle removal stands enhanced the customer’s production efficiency. It also underscored their commitment to pet health and well-being. Our innovative solutions not only met but exceeded their expectations, demonstrating the power of collaboration in driving success.
Learn more about Gough Engineering's custom designed material handling solutions.
Do you have a need for testing or material assessment? Or do you have a more general question like, ‘What are the different types of material handling equipment?’ Contact our team of highly skilled engineers to discuss your requirements at 01782 567770. Or fill out our online enquiry form below.
Do you have a need for testing or material assessment? Or do you have a more general question like 'What are the different types of material handling equipment?' Contact our team of highly skilled engineers to discuss your requirements at 01782 567770. Or fill out our online enquiry form below.