5 Ways Pump Kits Can Eliminate Manual Handling , Reduce Risk and Improve Efficiency
Ensuring a production process meets all the requirements for food safety regulations is one of the main challenges facing any food manufacturing business , however one of the most often missed opportunities are investments into automating part of production to improve safety , reduce risk , wastage , increase accuracy or eliminate manual handling . The North Ridge bespoke food grade pump kits are often a solution to this .
Designed to accommodate a variety of process requirements from thin to viscous liquids , an all encompassing solution is designed to accommodate individual client needs when the budget is not available for a fully automated food production system . It also allows users to take advantage of the 2021 Tax Super Deduction for
130 % allowance on capital investment .
Why and Where to use a pump kit Pump kits are often used within the food industry for 4 reasons :
1 . Eliminating the use of buckets and manual handling within food processes to improve safety , reduce risk and eliminate spillage
2 . For accurate repeat batching and dosing of chemicals , or flavouring ’ s for consistent recipes and ensuring good quality with thorough cost control
3 . To speed up dispensing of chemicals , flavouring ’ s or mixtures , improving process efficiency
4 . Automating transfer from a low risk container storage areas of plants to a high risk cooking and packaging area
Processes for Pump Kits Various versions are available to allow small-scale operators to automate simple batch operations or fully automated
10 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk controlled systems where units dispense set amounts at the touch of a button .
We have built units to handle liquids from Toffee Sauce at over 100 ° C , to alcohol ’ s , flavouring ’ s , apple slices and molasses .
Processes that pump kits can be built to assist with include :
Multipurpose Compact unit for Smallscale Batches Often an entry level unit , a small batching pump with speed control for varying dispensing rate to allow a multitude of liquids being handled from Milks , Creams and Jams to thin sauces . This unit often removes the need for manual container tipping , and when supplied in conjunction with a flowmeter will ensure dispensed amounts are accurately measured .
Barrel & IBC Emptying Pumps to dispense from IBCS or 205L Drums safely from liquids ranging from alcohol ’ s requiring ATEX certification to pharmaceutical grade hygiene for creams or tomato puree that can extract up to 99 % of a containers contents , leading to less wastage , lower disposal costs and improved return on investment . If recipes are made from multiple liquid sources , having the right pump will ensure consistency in your results .
Trolley Mounted for porting between Processes Pumps are located on a small versatile portable trolley enabling them to be wheeled between tanks , or stations for quick easy dispensing of multiple products .
Mobile with onboard controls for Viscous or High Temperature Liquids Trolley mounted units with onboard controls to control dispensing rate , with mechanisms to allow use by unskilled staff yet with sufficient controls in place to prevent users from inadvertently damaging the pump .
Transfer from Low to High Risk Zones Automatic sensors to remotely control pumps , detecting when fluid is needed to be dispensed into high risk areas where forklift movements are prohibited and personnel movements restricted .
The Facts But what are the results which can be achieved by utilizing pump kits ?
From an assortment of recent projects , we have found plant operators have secured the following results :
• Transfer Rate has been increased by up to 300 % within the same or shorter time frame .
• Reduction in risk of injury . As 51 % of injuries within industry are due to manual handling or slips & trips and with an average fine of £ 145,000 , less capital has been placed at risk .
• The average container extraction rate from IBC ’ s , drums and barrels has increased to 99 %, improved from 92- 95 %, meaning an extra 4-7 % return on investment of each container dispensed
• Users have experienced a payback of less than 12 months .
Whether the fluid is a thin alcohol , viscous oil , molasses or fat we have a pump kit that can be designed to meet your needs . Whether you have just an idea or an exact prescribed system , we can build a unit to suit your needs .
For Further information and examples of pump kits and how we may help you , visit https : / www . northridgepumps . com / bespoke-service or speak to us on 01773 302 660 .