to cut down on labour costs , freeing up employees for more profitable primary production roles .
In chilled high-care production areas , using a simple pipeline to remove waste instead of manual transport through doorways will help reduce energy costs and minimise potential contamination from external sources .
Hygienic waste removal
Firstly , it is more hygienic . Transferring food waste products through a closed pipe system eliminates the need for dedicated cleaning of tote bins . This is especially beneficial before reentering high-care areas , as it helps prevent potential crosscontamination .
Improved health & safety
Secondly , it is safer . Manual handling or conveyor systems can cause waste products to fall on the floor . This creates an immediate health and safety risk for workers and increases the risk of slipping accidents . In contrast , SEEPEX automated solutions streamline the process , needing only one staff member to load products into the hopper or even fully automating the feeding process .
This improves efficiency and safety on the factory floor by minimising traffic and hazards in high-risk areas . Reducing the number of forklift trucks , operatives , and tote bins significantly improves overall safety .
Clearing this food waste not only frees up capacity for primary processing operations but also provides an opportunity .
Cost-saving solution
Finally , the BTM pump range is more efficient , generating significant cost savings . By chopping and pumping all-in-one , the BTM pump is able to create a pumpable consistency without requiring any additional water , resulting in savings from water usage . It can also reduce food waste volume by up to 60 %, making it easier to transport and cutting transport costs .
The operating and energy costs of the BTM are considerably lower than vacuum or compressed air systems , generating savings . Automating the process and eliminating manual labour also allows food producers
Bespoke Options for Challenging Waste Streams
Customised solutions are available for transporting more challenging by-products . To ensure continuous pumping , the BTM pump range incorporates an auger with a large pitch , feeding the product into the cutting elements .
Horizontal and vertical grinders can also be integrated ; as can solids traps to prevent pump damage . Dewatering devices can help reduce waste volume even further . Additionally , all BTM pump systems can be fitted with Smart Conveying Technology ( SCT ), a pump maintenance solution from SEEPEX that enables rapid dismantling and cleaning , reducing maintenance time by up to 85 %. With SCT , the adjustable stator can also increase pump stator life by up to 200 %. Pumps fitted with this maintenance solution can be fully maintained in place without removing any pipework and are also suitable for Clean-In-Place ( CIP ).
Contact SEEPEX to discuss your requirements and learn more about our food waste pumps and food waste pumping applications . We also offer solutions for fruit and vegetable processing , the fishing industry , poultry and meat processing , and other applications within the food and beverage industry .
For further information , please visit www . seepex . com
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