Additive system for blender goes automated
The company has invested in a new automated additive system that will help boost production of specialist products. Until now, additives have been introduced manually to the blending process.
But with an increase in the number and volume of specialist products manufactured, additions to product mixtures are projected to increase up to six fold on present levels, making manual additions impractical.
The new additive system, currently being installed, enables the loading of IBCs, from a dispenser containing pre-blended power packs of additive, by forklift truck, virtually eliminating manual handling.
Control of the additive system will be linked to the blending control system and recipe index, reducing the potential for human error.
As well as health and safety and efficiency gains, the new system will create environmental benefits by eliminating the use of bagged products.
Initial savings will be 15,000 paper sacks per year, potentially rising to more than 25,000.
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