Ibc docking and discharge stations

Ensure seamless material transfer with dust-free docking and effective discharge, maintaining product integrity and operational efficiency in high-stakes production environments.

Facilitates Dust-Free Docking and Material Transfer

The IBC Docking and Discharge Stations from Volkmann ensure efficient and dust-free material handling across pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industry applications. Engineered for accuracy, these stations integrate seamlessly into production lines, facilitating the precise transfer of powders, granulates, and wet materials. The system employs a secure docking mechanism that minimizes contamination risks during the transition process. These stations support continuous and manual operations, adapting to various production scales with customization options tailored to fit specific requirements. Constructed with corrosion-resistant materials, they maintain high standards of hygiene and durability. Additionally, Volkmann’s design complies with stringent industry regulations, ensuring both safety and compliance. Maintenance is streamlined with easy access features, reducing downtime and extending the lifecycle of the equipment. Whether dealing with delicate pharmaceutical powders or robust chemical granules, Volkmann’s IBC Docking and Discharge Stations offer a reliable and adaptable solution.

Benefits

  • Ensures dust-free material transfer, enhancing workplace safety and product purity.
  • Adapts to varying production scales with customizable configurations.
  • Minimizes downtime with easy maintenance and quick-changeover features.
  • Complies with industry standards, ensuring regulatory adherence and quality control.
  • Reduces contamination risk, preserving the integrity of sensitive materials.

General


Applications
Metal powders,Pharmaceutical tablets,Wet materials,Pharmaceutical powder,Food industry,Chemical industry,Additive manufacturing,Granulates
End products
Detergent powders,3d printed metal parts,Plastic granules,Milk powder,Herbal extracts,Effervescent tablets,Capsules,Iron powders
Steps before
IBC filling,Product batching,Powder mixing,Quality inspection
Steps after
Dust-free transfer,Loading into production equipment,Filling machine operation,Tablet pressing
Input ingredients
IBC containers,powder,granulate,tablets,wet materials,product suspended in liquids
Output ingredients
processed materials,discharged materials,contained materials,dust-free product transfer
Market info
Volkmann is known for manufacturing vacuum conveying systems, specializing in pneumatic conveying of bulk materials. Their reputation for innovative and reliable equipment solutions in various industries positions them as a trusted provider for engineered-to-order material handling systems.

Technical Specifications


Dust-free operation
Yes
Docking mechanism
Quick exchange
Connection type
IBC Docking
Compatible equipment
Filling machines,tablet presses
Hoist type
Mobile
Automation
Manual

Operating Characteristics


Docking type
IBC
Exchange type
Quick exchange
Containment
Dust-free
Mobility
Mobile hoists
Integration
Directly on top of filling machines,tablet presses
Material transfer application compatibility
Yes

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Material Type
Powder / Granulate / Tablets / Wet materials
Container Compatibility
IBC / Big-Bag / Drum / Bag
Docking Type
Filling / Discharging
Process Integration
Tablet Press / Filling Machines

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
Docking of IBCs at filling and discharging stations
Machine integration
Docking of Vacuum Conveyors with mobile hoists
Dust-free design
Yes
Compatibility
IBC containers

Custom Options


Control panel type
Manual / Touchscreen / HMI
Integration possibilities
PLC / SCADA
Discharge method
Vacuum / Gravity