Monday, October 10, 2011

Eriez PN Metal Separators remove metal from pneumatic conveying lines

Eriez® Model PN Metal Separators Remove Metal Particles from Pneumatic Conveying Lines

Erie, PA— Eriez’new PN Metal Separators remove metal contaminants such as steel, aluminum, brass, copper, stainless steel and more from pneumatically conveyed materials, plastic pellets and regrind. Model PN Metal Separators are used in vacuum and pressure pipelines to protect plastics processing machinery, prevent downtime and improve product purity.

Metal contaminants--even those encapsulated in pellets--are removed by means of a high-speed reject mechanism, which operates reliably at conveying speeds up to approximately 4,000 FPM without any interruption to the material flow. Contaminated material is discharged into a reject container, which is emptied automatically.


The Model PN Metal Separators’ modular design provides flexibility to adapt to different conveying methods. Options are available to accommodate high temperature, abrasive and powdery bulk materials. Eriez’ Model PN Metal Separators can be integrated into horizontal or vertical vacuum and pressure pipes.
Model PN Metal Separators include a 304 Stainless steel separation unit and material contact parts. They are available in four pipe sizes from approximately 1.6” to 2.8” in diameter.

For more information on Eriez’ Model PN Metal Separators, contact Eriez and request brochure MD-400.
Eriez is recognized as world authority in advanced technology for magnetic, vibratory and inspection applications. The company’s magnetic lift and separation, metal detection, x-ray, materials feeding, screening, conveying and controlling equipment have application in the plastics, process, metalworking, packaging, recycling, rubber, mining, aggregate and textile industries. Eriez manufactures and markets these products through 12 international facilities located on six continents. For more information, call toll-free (888) 300-ERIEZ (3743) within the U.S.and Canada. For online users, visit www.eriez.com or send e-mail to eriez@eriez.com. Eriez World Headquarters is located at 2200 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16506.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Guideline Weights for Lifting and Lowering


The chart below gives guideline weights for lifting and lowering, which assumes that the handling is taking place in reasonable working conditions with a load that is easily grasped with both hands by a reasonably fit, well-trained individual.

No manual handling activity is completely safe. However, using these guidelines as part of a well thought out risk assessment will reduce the risks from manual handling activities.

Weights to be lifted may need to be reduced below the guideline values if there are environmental or other factors that could have an adverse effect on the activity or if it involves twisting or bending.  Similarly, if the task is being carried out frequently then weights should be reduced.

Manual Handling Chart


For more information, check out Ergonomic Guidelines for Manual Material Handling.

Friday, September 23, 2011

NEW ERIEZ HS-8 FEEDER WITH NEW PATENTED E-Z TUNE™ TECHNOLOGY

Hi-Speed Vibratory Feeder - HS-8

Hi-Speed Vibratory Feeder - HS-8
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This low profile, quick-stop high speed vibratory feeder improves the efficiency of packaging, weighing, batching and bagging operations.
We are pleased to introduce our newest packaging feeder, the model HS8. The HS-8 is the first of its kind electromagnetic feeder drive incorporating E-Z-Tune™ technology (Feeder tuning is achieved with a combination of fiberglass leaf springs and the adjustable elastomer E-Z Tune spring assembly). The model HS-8 is easily adapted to a wide variety of tray sizes and can accommodate tray weights from 4 to 8 lbs., making it ideal for O.E.M. customers. The compact size of the HS-8 makes this unit ideal for scale feeders.

FEATURES:
  • High conveying speed, yet quick stopping
  • Patented E-Z-Tune™ technology
  • Low profile - drive is only 4 1/2" (105mm) high
  • Small "footprint" - wedge-shaped body allows feeder arrangement in small diameter weight scale
  • Designed for wash down
  • Rubber isolators with threaded insert for easy mounting
  • CE compliant/certified
Feel free to call us with any questions or come visit our booth at Pack Expo in Las Vegas, September 26th through the 28th for a live demo.

UNTHA Shredders Open House in New Hampshire Oct. 18th

JOIN US FOR A WICKED GOOD TIME…



…at our new and larger US headquarters at
5 Merrill Industrial Drive, Hampton NH, 03842
on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 from 10am to 2pm.
Lunch and refreshments will be served.
We will be showcasing two of our latest stationary machines and present the brand new, state-of-the-art truck for mobile data
and media shredding. You will be able to meet our staff and watch a presentation by the head of Application Engineering flown in
from our UNTHA world headquarters in Austria.

RSVP: 603-601-2304 or fill out the form below
© 2011 by UNTHA shredding technology America, Inc. 5 Merrill Industrial Drive, Hampton, NH, 03842, Phone: 603 601 2304, Fax: 603 601 2423

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Eriez brings the Orange University Road Show to Utah Oct. 17-21, 2011

ERIE, PA - Eriez® is pleased to announce the availability of the new Eriez Orange University™, a mobile training and education center designed for hands-on demonstrations and customer workshops.

 

“Eriez Brings Its Education & Training Team to Your Facility: Light Industry Edition,” is specifically focused on how Orange University can help meet the needs and challenges of sanitary/light industries.

Orange University is a 38 foot Winnebago® stuffed with all the goodness you would expect Eriez to offer in a first-class package for a first-class customer experience.  Eriez points out that the Orange University experience includes product and video demonstrations and educational materials.

According to the Eriez brochure, Orange University features a modular equipment layout that allows the rapid transformation of the interior to accommodate different market segments on an annual or semi-annual basis—on demand. This modular layout enables Orange University to travel the country educating a new segment of customers with products tailored to their industrial needs.

“The current Orange University layout is geared toward our sanitary industry products,” explains Eric Confer, Orange University Team Leader. “It is outfitted with a wide array of equipment, including magnetic separators, vibratory conveyors and screeners, metal detectors, x-ray inspection systems and more--along with a host of technology to help ensure the experience is on target for each individual who steps aboard,” he adds.

The new brochure describes a typical light industry curriculum and highlights some examples of topics the Orange University team may address during their visit, including how to: improve product purity,  move and feed products more efficiently, reduce downtime, integrate systems and reduce costs.

The literature explains that Eriez’ Orange University light industry education is tailor-made for food, chemical, pharmaceutical, packaging and tobacco companies. “Each experience is completely personalized to give visitors the educational experience and tools to solve challenges they face every day on the job,” says Confer.

To learn more about Orange University and/or download a copy of the brochure in PDF format, visit www.eriez.com/Products/orangeuniversity/. To obtain a hard copy of the brochure, contact Eriez and request brochure OU-10.
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