Flake crushers for gentle crushing of brittle materials
For processes needing precise granule control, our equipment ensures gentle crushing without compromising material integrity, ideal for maintaining quality in delicate production lines.
Crushes and Prepares Materials for Processing
The Flake Crusher AFC and Bexmill ABM from Hosokawa Alpine are engineered to deliver gentle, yet efficient size reduction for brittle and soft-to-medium-hard substances. These machines stand out due to their robust design, tailored for diverse applications across chemicals, food, and recycling industries.
The Flake Crusher AFC operates with a horizontal rotor, ideal for gently crushing easily broken materials without extensive fines generation, thus preserving the desired particle size distribution. Bexmill ABM utilizes a conical grinding chamber to achieve uniform particle sizes, making it perfect for preparing ingredients for further processing.
Applications range from producing granola base flakes and metal powders for 3D printing to pigments and wax candles. It accommodates a range of input material forms, efficiently handling solids, powders, and granules. With capacities tailored to specific industrial needs, these systems seamlessly integrate into existing continuous and high-speed operations, ensuring uninterrupted workflow.
These solutions enhance automation and process control, featuring PLC integration capabilities. Energy efficiency is prioritized with optimized motor control, reducing operational costs. Available in high-grade stainless steel, they offer corrosion resistance suitable for chemical and food processing. Compliance with industry standards ensures safety and quality, with easy cleaning facilitated by accessible design features. For versatile and customized requirements, Hosokawa Alpine provides engineering support to tailor each system to precise production needs.
Benefits
- Ensures precise size reduction, preserving material integrity with minimal fines.
- Seamlessly integrates into high-speed continuous operations, enhancing productivity.
- Lowers operational costs through optimized energy consumption.
- Offers customizable configurations to meet specific production requirements.
- Provides durability and longevity with corrosion-resistant materials.
- Applications
- Sugar and sweeteners,Cosmetics,Lithium-ion batteries,Crop protection agents,Lactose and dairy products,Minerals,Technical ceramic,Talc,Chemicals,Fertiliser,Medicinal herbs,Luxury foods,Recycled materials,Additive manufacturing metal,Spices,Plastic mouldings,Tea,Rubber,Animal feed,Additive manufacturing polymer,Titanium dioxide,Industrial wax,Recovered carbon black,Special flours,Metals,Cocoa processing,Calcium carbonate,Lignin,Thickening agents,Hard minerals,Tablets,Graphite
- End products
- Pet bottles,Calcium supplements,Poultry feed,Effervescent tablets,Polymer powder for 3d printing,Rechargeable battery cells,Chocolate truffles,Insecticides,Printer ink,Fondant,Toothpaste,Ceramic tiles,Urea,Pigment for paint,Rubber mats,Bioplastics,Cornflakes,Gelatin,Pastry flour,Ammonium nitrate,Graphite electrodes,Milk powder,Granola,Talcum powder,Muesli base flakes,Metal powder for 3d printing,Tea blends,Wax candles,Herbal supplements,Chocolate bars,Herbicides,Lipstick
- Steps before
- Pre-crushing,Grinding,Dry fractionation,Emulsification
- Steps after
- Packing,Sterilization,Coating,Tablet pressing
- Input ingredients
- soft substances,medium-hard substances,brittle materials,easily broken materials,coarse products,powders
- Output ingredients
- crushed substances,crushed brittle materials,ultra-fine powders,particle size analysis results
- 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.
- Flake Crusher Material Type
- Brittle,easily broken materials
- Flake Crusher Type
- Horizontal
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Energy efficiency
- 0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- CIP/SIP
- CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Bexmill ABM Shape
- Vertical
- Flake Crusher AFC Shape
- Horizontal
- Control panel type
- HMI / Touchscreen
- Integration possibilities
- PLC / SCADA compatible
- Discharge method
- Gravity / Pneumatic
- Compact footprint
- Yes