Automatic docking system for bulk powder handling
In scenarios where manual handling of bulk powder is impractical or unsafe, maintaining process alignment and containment becomes challenging. This is particularly true in hazardous environments or where production scale demands consistent docking accuracy.
Automates docking for process alignment
The PowerDock™ system by Chargepoint Technology is an automated docking solution designed to integrate seamlessly with any ChargePoint® valve. It addresses the challenges of manual handling by automatically raising and lowering the active unit during docking. A unique bearing arrangement corrects any lateral misalignment between the active and passive units, ensuring repeatable accuracy. The flexible EPDM connector compensates for vertical movements while maintaining secure containment. The system is ideal for environments that do not permit manual handling, such as hazardous areas or large-scale production settings. Compatible with valve sizes ranging from DN100 (4”) to DN300 (12”), it features pneumatic or electrical proximity sensors and uses 316L and EPDM materials for product contact.
Benefits
- Maintains accurate alignment during docking
- Reduces need for manual handling in hazardous areas
- Ensures consistent containment
- Flexible and adaptable to various process equipment
- Compatible with multiple ChargePoint® valve sizes