Air classifier for fine powder processing

Enhance your production line with precise particle size control and energy-efficient classification, crucial for achieving consistent quality in materials ranging from lithium-ion batteries to food additives.

Classifies and Separates Powders and Granules

The Alpine Calciplex ACP from Hosokawa Alpine is an efficient classifier designed to enhance powder and granule processing across diverse industries. Using a high-speed classifier wheel, it separates fine particles while rejecting coarser material, ensuring uniform product quality. This makes it ideal for applications ranging from chemical and pharmaceutical processing to food manufacturing and recycling efforts. The ACP’s throughput supports high-speed, continuous operations and achieves energy savings of up to 25%. Constructed from robust cast iron, it is designed to cope with demanding environments while maintaining low maintenance requirements. Integration with existing systems is seamless, supported by pneumatic conveying. The ACP is suitable for operations demanding precise particle sizing and consistent output, and it meets industry standards for various applications. Customization options are available to meet specific needs, backed by expert engineering support.

Benefits

  • Increases production efficiency with reduced energy consumption by up to 25%.
  • Ensures precise particle sizing for consistent quality in end-products.
  • Supports high-speed continuous operations with minimal downtime.
  • Lowers maintenance demands with durable cast iron construction.
  • Easily integrates into existing systems, optimizing production lines.

General


Applications
Sugar and sweeteners,Dishwashing powder,Dry flue gas cleaning,Cosmetics,Lithium-ion batteries,Crop protection agents,Lactose and dairy products,Recycling composite materials,Minerals,Technical ceramic,Powder coating,Talc,Recycling extruded materials,Chemicals,Food,Tea and roots,Calcium carbonate (gcc),Flame retardants,Fertiliser,Medicinal herbs,Luxury foods,Pharma,Additive manufacturing metal,Spices,Separation,Recycling plastic mouldings,Post consumer recycling (pcr),Animal feed,Additive manufacturing polymer,Titanium dioxide,Industrial wax,Recovered carbon black,Special flours,Metals,Hapicell culture media,Cocoa processing,Lab,Fractionation and particle size analysis of powders,Cable recycling,Grinding of rubber,Recycling,Api - inhaler,Lignin,Film recycling,Thickening agents,Protein shifting,Hard minerals,Tablets
End products
Inhaler apis,Lithium-ion battery components,Cocoa nibs,Gelatin stabilizers,Dog food kibble,Stevia sweeteners,Cinnamon powder,Luxury chocolate,Copper wire granules,Ceramic tiles,Recovered carbon black pellets,Whey protein concentrate,Talc powder,Foundation powders,Tablet excipients,Cornflakes,Rubber crumb,Recycled plastic granules,Recycled polymer pellets,Protein-enriched flour,Fertilizer granules,Lipstick fillers,Dishwashing detergent powder,Lignin-based composites,Gluten-free flour,Recycled pet flakes,Graphite for batteries,Titanium dioxide pigment,Pharmaceuticals excipients
Steps before
Grinding,Dispersal
Steps after
Packing,Final Classification,Recirculation through closed circuit
Input ingredients
feed material,primary central air flow,coarse products
Output ingredients
fine particles,classified material,constant particle size distribution
Market info
Hosokawa Alpine is known for its expertise in manufacturing advanced process equipment and systems for powder and particle processing technology. It has a strong reputation for innovation, quality engineering, and customer-focused solutions in various industries.

Technical Specifications


Efficiency
Energy savings of up to 25%
Cut point
d97= 6 – 40 μm
Classifying Wheel Speed
Low
Pressure Drop
Low
Particle Size Distribution
Constant
Top Cut Precision
Precise

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Solid body rotation principle
Integrated steps
Airflow dispersion and classification
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Energy efficiency
Savings up to 25%
Automation level
Automated
Changeover time
Optimized for rapid adjustments
CIP/SIP
Not specified
Cleaning method
Manual suggested
Air incorporation control
Central air flow
Low pressure drop
Yes

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Closed circuit compatibility
With ball mills

Physical Characteristics


Material Feed Method
Pneumatic
Discharge method
Bottom
Structure Material
Solid cast iron

Custom Options


Classifying wheel optimization
Based on in-house developed NG geometry
Constant particle size distribution
Precise top cut