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Why ‘traditional’ material handling equipment remains vital to automation
Food and beverage companies that have implemented automation achieve a 20 per cent higher growth rate than their manually operated...
Read MoreDid you know that 16 percent of food waste in the UK comes from manufacturers and production plants? The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) figures show that food manufacturers need to optimise their waste handling processes. In doing so, they can minimise waste and ensure product quality and consistency.
Consider the challenge of "tramp materials", foreign objects or contaminants that can infiltrate the product stream. These materials range from physical debris like metal fragments, stones, or glass, but also include items such as packaging materials or machinery parts.
Tramp materials pose a significant risk to food safety and quality. Their presence can potentially result in contamination, product recalls, or harm to consumers if not promptly detected and removed.
How to choose the right Rip and Tip station for bag unloading
Enclosed rip and tip stations provide a contained space for activities, like bag opening and dispensing. These advanced material handling systems prevent foreign objects or contaminants from entering the product stream.
But what factors should you consider before choosing one?
- Identify your requirements: Begin by assessing your specific needs and challenges in your food processing or production environment. You should consider factors, including the volume of bag unloading and the types of materials being handled. Also, what existing quality control measures are in place?
- Evaluate containment features: Gough Engineering’s Rip and Tip stations offer effective containment features. The stations are enclosed with sealed compartments for bag opening and dispensing. This prevents contaminants, like tramp materials, from entering the product stream.
- Consider dust extraction systems: These integral systems are crucial for removing airborne particles generated during bag unloading processes. Ensure the Rip and Tip station you choose has efficient dust extraction capabilities. This will help maintain air quality and reduce the likelihood of contamination.
- Assess screening mechanisms: Gough Engineering’s Rip and Tip stations may include sieves or other screening mechanisms. This further removes unwanted materials from the product stream. Evaluate the effectiveness of these screening features in reducing the risk of tramp materials and enhancing product quality.
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