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Discover how Flexicon’s gentle conveying system for Merlo Coffee became a powerful brand tool, engaging customers and preserving product integrity.
Keep operators safe and your plant cleaner with FLEXICON® dust-free manual bag-dumping solutions. Introducing our portable bag-dump stations with high-velocity extraction and automatic reverse-pulse filter cleaning, plus our mobile tilt-down Flexible Screw Conveyors that capture dust at the source.
Tubular cable conveyor systems offer African food processors an efficient solution to enhance production and maintain product quality. These systems use a sealed tube to gently move bulk materials like nuts and grains, preventing breakage and dust contamination. An Australian case study, highlights key benefits such as increased production capacity, with some facilities experiencing up to a 70% boost in output. Additionally, the gentle handling preserves fragile products, reduces waste, and improves hygiene by containing dust and spills. Operational efficiency is enhanced through seamless automation integration, and local support and customization ensure the systems meet the unique needs of each facility, optimizing operations and reducing costs.
Globepak (PTY) Ltd. needed to rapidly scale up for booming sports nutrition product demand, as their old equipment couldn’t keep pace. DC Weighing and Control provided a complete turn-key solution for their new plant, installing a Flexicon system with bulk bag dischargers and flexible screw conveyors, along with full integration and support. This transformation allows Globepak to easily meet soaring demand. Watch the video to learn more about how our industrial bulk handling equipment and solutions can transform your operations.
Food safety is paramount, and the African Union, through the AFSA, is actively working to establish consistent standards across the continent. Foodborne illnesses have a devastating impact, causing significant deaths and economic losses. Therefore, careful selection and maintenance of food processing equipment are crucial. Poorly designed, inadequately maintained, or unsuitable equipment can lead to biological, chemical, and physical contamination risks. Choosing equipment that is easy to clean, built with safe materials, and compatible with food-grade cleaning agents is essential to prevent these hazards and ensure a safe and reliable food supply.
Brynn Thomas, Managing Director of Flexicon Africa, highlights how Flexicon’s expertise has addressed challenges faced by three companies handling non-free-flowing materials: titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate, and carbon black. These materials often pack, cake, and form obstructions such as rat-holing and bridging, making their transportation complex without specialised equipment.