Investments in new machinery and processes will be vital if manufacturers are to navigate industry challenges , foster growth and remain competitive
of the game when investing in new machinery and processes ? Fortunately , a solution lies in customised equipment .
One size does not fit all
Let ’ s look at the impact customised equipment can have on production lines . A food producer / distributor wanted to meet rising demands and expand its market reach across Europe and the Far East . The company sought to enhance its process for unloading big bags with high levels of quality control ; with the possibility to load the product into silos , tankers , or even back into big bags .
Challenges included accommodating various big bag sizes , maintaining a fast throughput in excess of 20 tons per hour , and adhering to ATEX , the European safety standard for explosive atmospheres .
To overcome these operational complexities , the company enlisted the expertise of Gough Engineering to implement a tailored material handling system .
Gough Engineering ’ s tanker loader with big bag , screening and Floveyor elevation .
A system ’ s design can include a Gough Swinglink bucket elevator , pictured .
Gough Engineering ’ s approach is to address specific challenges encountered by customers , aiming to minimise manual handling , reduce energy consumption , and optimise cleanliness while ensuring product integrity throughout the process .
Gough Engineering selected a range of solutions from its portfolio . That included the use of big bag discharging units , the use of temporary storage using silos and hoppers , followed by check screening processes to remove any conglomerates or debris .
Product elevation would be crucial to the new material handling system , lifting product between each quality checking process for final delivery . A system ’ s design can include a Gough Swinglink bucket elevator , Floveyor aero-mechanical conveyors or vacuum transfer systems .
These systems would work alongside vibrational screening as well as different over-band or ‘ inline ’ metal detection systems — an over-band metal detector unit is positioned above the conveyor belt , or with an ‘ in-line ’ metal detection systems during product conveying and transfer .
Gough Engineering provided comprehensive design consultancy and engineering support services .
This included factory acceptance testing and mechanical installation , to ensure smooth implementation of the system .
Tailored precision
Amid the surge in investments to enhance efficiency and innovation , decision-makers face the critical task of balancing CAPEX and OPEX to ensure optimal returns . Gough Engineering delivers tailored solutions that not only meet but exceed client expectations . From standalone units to complex integrations , the solutions are crafted to meet the diverse needs of modern production environments , offering controlled distribution of products tailored to each client ’ s unique processes .
The integration of advanced and customised technology into manufacturing processes has become paramount , as highlighted by Deloitte ’ s industry report , and will be key to driving progress within industry .
Gough Engineering ’ s solutions are all designed and manufactured in Staffordshire , UK . To find out more about these , including its FIBC Big Bag Discharger systems and elevation solutions like the Floveyor F4 aero-mechanical conveyor system , visit its website .
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