Problem Solving
Automated Raw Material Handling for the Production of Basic Chemicals
In the production of basic chemicals, solid and liquid raw materials must be supplied reliably, precisely, and in accordance with the respective formulation. Automated raw material handling supports on-demand dosing, weighing, and feeding into the dissolver —tailored to volume proportions, raw material properties, and required accuracies.
Precise Dosing and Weighing of Powdered Materials
Powder from silos is pneumatically conveyed to weighing hoppers depending on the required throughput and then fed into the dissolver. For smaller components, a vacuum conveying system with a separator and a negative-balance scale is used. This allows for precise adjustment to different proportions and dosing requirements within a single formulation.
Reliably Feeding Liquids and Small Components
Liquid raw materials can be metered using liquid scales and then discharged into the dissolver. Depending on the formulation and requirements, liquids and solids can be handled as additive or negative scales. The appropriate design takes into account raw material properties, proportions, and required weighing accuracies.
Organizing Recipe-Driven Production Efficiently
The Kastor process control and visualization system handles recipe management and supports the coordinated delivery of raw materials. While one batch is being mixed, the components for the next batch can be prepared. This allows for efficient organization of the utilization of the dissolver, the production line, and the filling process, and enables reliable control of the production flow.
