Single screw feeder for granules up to 10mm

Optimize your production line with precise granule feeding, ensuring consistent material flow and accurate dosage for efficient processing.

Feeds and Meters Easy-Flowing Granules

The ED 55 / ED 55 B from Three-Tec GmbH is a versatile volumetric single screw feeder designed for the precise feeding and metering of easy-flowing granules, ideal for industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, and food production. This equipment operates using a single screw mechanism, ensuring consistent and controlled delivery of materials. The German-engineered ED 55 / ED 55 B can achieve throughput rates ranging from 107 to 3,333 liters per hour, depending on the motor type—AC three-phase or servo motor—offering flexibility for continuous and high-speed operations. With a metering tool diameter of 55 mm, it accommodates granule sizes up to 10 mm, and options include discharge aids for uninterrupted flow. Constructed from materials ready for demanding environments, this feeder integrates seamlessly into existing processing systems, promoting efficient production workflows. Moreover, the equipment complies with industry standards, ensuring safe and reliable performance, while its modular design allows for easy maintenance and cleaning. Custom configurations are available to meet specific process requirements, backed by Three-Tec’s engineering support.

Benefits

  • Enhances process efficiency with precise and consistent granule feeding.
  • Supports high-speed operations, increasing overall production capacity.
  • Integrates smoothly into existing lines, reducing setup time and costs.
  • Minimizes material wastage with controlled metering.
  • Offers flexible configuration to adapt to diverse processing needs.

General


Applications
Supplements,Vitamins,Metal powders,Fine chemicals,Nutraceuticals,Easy-flowing granules,Minerals,Pharmaceutical powders,Sweeteners
End products
Steps before
Granulation,Size Reduction,Mixing
Steps after
Conveying,Blending,Packaging
Input ingredients
easy-flowing granules,granules up to 10 mm
Output ingredients
Market info
Three-Tec is known for its expertise in manufacturing precision dosing and feeding systems for industrial applications, with a strong reputation for customizable engineered-to-order equipment and innovative solutions tailored to specific customer needs.

Technical Specifications


Throughput with AC three-phase motor
107-1'333 l/h
Throughput with servo motor
3.3-3'333 l/h
Ø Metering tools
55 mm
Weight
Depending on the execution
Speed with AC three-phase motor
Up to 560 min-1 (depending on gearbox)
Speed with servo motor
2-750 min-1
Particle size suitable for feeding
Up to 10 mm

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Volumetric single-screw
Feeding system
Easy-flowing granules
Particle size compatibility
Up to 10 mm
Speed range with AC motor
Up to 560 min-1
Speed range with servo motor
2-750 min-1
Throughput range with AC motor
107-1'333 l/h
Throughput range with servo motor
3.3-3'333 l/h
Automation level
AC motor / Servo motor options

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
up to 10 mm

Product type Characteristics


Feeding type
Volumetric single-screw
Discharge aid/bridge breaker
With or without

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
With or without discharge aid/bridge breaker

Custom Options


Discharge aid/bridge breaker
With / Without
Motor type
AC three-phase / Servo