Facilitates Storage, Venting, and Discharge Processes

The Aerolock™ Surge Hoppers from Coperion K-Tron provide a robust solution for the efficient handling of various materials such as solids, powders, and granules. Constructed from both carbon and stainless steel, these hoppers are designed to integrate seamlessly with Coperion’s Aerolock rotary valves for precise material flow. They feature a cloth filter vent and a sidewall coupling for level indicators, ensuring optimal venting and level measurement. Ideal for plastics, chemicals, food, pet food, pharmaceutical, and nonwoven industries, the hoppers facilitate both batch and continuous operations. With customizable inlet configurations and sufficient clearance for downstream equipment like shearing protectors and outlet adapters, they are engineered for flexibility and ease of integration. These hoppers also offer durable construction options to withstand challenging industrial environments, ensuring long-term reliability and reduced maintenance.

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Pre-Conditions and Conveys Solids and Powders

The P-Series Feed Bins from Coperion K-Tron are meticulously engineered for seamless integration into your production line, optimizing material handling in continuous, manual, and automated operations. Constructed from 316L stainless steel, they offer excellent corrosion resistance and are suitable for a diverse range of industries, including plastics, chemicals, food, pet food, pharmaceuticals, minerals, and nonwovens. These bins eschew flow disruption with fully fluidized sintered PORVAIR cones, ensuring smooth pre-conditioning and vacuum conveying of solids, powders, and granules. They include features such as aeration pads, vibrators, and level probes to maintain consistent material flow.

With options for 50- or 150-liter capacities, they efficiently buffer and convey materials like polyolefin pellets, ABS granules, catalyst powders, and protein powders, among others, reducing downtime during bulk bag changeovers. Dust collection is facilitated through vents compatible with central dust extraction systems, promoting a cleaner and safer work environment. The electropolished surface finish and crack-free design contribute to easy cleaning and maintenance, supporting compliance with FDA regulations where applicable. Available with ATEX category 3D or 2 GD rating, these feed bins ensure operational safety in hazardous environments, offering the reliability and adaptability critical for high-demand industrial applications.

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Granulates and Reclaims Plastic Resins Efficiently

The FX Series from AEC, featuring models like FX700, FX1000, and FX1600, excels in delivering precise granulation at the press side, integral to efficient plastic processing lines. These beside-the-press granulators are engineered to rapidly reduce size using high-torque cutters, maximizing resin reclaim for industries such as plastics manufacturing, injection molding, and extrusion.

Ideal for handling a variety of materials, including polyethylene films and polypropylene parts, these granulators streamline operations by directly integrating into molding or extrusion setups. With a focus on polymer waste reduction, they support continuous and batch operations, enhancing sustainability efforts in recycling and extrusion facilities.

The FX Series supports automation with options for PLC integration, ensuring smooth operation with minimal oversight. Energy savings are achieved through efficient motor designs that reduce consumption, a critical consideration in large-scale operations. Available in robust construction materials to withstand demanding industrial environments, the equipment achieves low maintenance requirements, with quick access design that simplifies cleaning and reduces downtime.

AEC provides customization options enabling you to tailor processing capacity and throughput, meeting specific production demands seamlessly. With engineering support readily available, the FX Series empowers facilities to elevate their operational efficiency and achieve high-quality resin reclaim.

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Conveys and Filters Free-Flowing Powders

The PHL Powder Hopper Loaders from AEC is designed to effectively transport and filter free-flowing powders like PVC and PE, enhancing productivity in plastics manufacturing. Utilizing a high-performance, three-stage centrifugal vacuum motor and stainless steel construction, this equipment reliably conveys materials to hoppers, blenders, or surge bins, minimizing dust and material loss. It’s applicable in industries producing PVC pipes, polyethylene films, and regrind pellets. With a dual tube aluminum pick-up wand and a series one controller, it seamlessly integrates into existing production lines. The unit features a sound enclosure for reduced noise and can operate at voltages of 115/1/60 or 230/1/50, suiting various international standards. Maintenance is streamlined with a twin bag filter assembly and high flow blowback valve for cleaning efficiency. The option for brushless motors and remote control further enhances functionality, making it versatile for diverse manufacturing environments.

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Blends and Meters Regrind and Polymer Compounds

The OA Series Gravimetric Batch Blender, featured by AEC, excels in precisely metering and blending regrind materials and challenging-to-meter polymers. This blender uses precise auger metering and cantilever load cells to ensure span-accurate batch control. Perfect for producing recycled PET flakes, polypropylene copolymer blends, and other engineering plastic composites, it integrates seamlessly into your production line with PLC-based controls and a touch-screen interface. The OA Series streamlines operations with a constant speed AC gearmotor, while optional variable speed DC motors enhance adaptability. Safety interlocks and convenient clean-out features ensure efficient operations and maintenance. Customizable with options like stainless steel hoppers and agitation gear motors, the OA Series supports a wide range of plastic manufacturing and material processing needs.

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Meters and Blends Additives for Plastic Production

The AF Series Volumetric Additive Feeders from AEC set the standard for precision and dependability in metering color concentrates, regrind, and additives during plastic processing. These feeders feature a modular design, allowing for versatile integration into both injection molding and extrusion processes. They operate by directly metering free-flowing additives into the material flow, ensuring a consistent blend. The AF-1 and AF-200 models also support starve feeding of extruders, enhancing production efficiency.

Designed with a stainless steel auger for durability, the AF Series minimizes contamination risks and facilitates easy cleaning with interchangeable components. Available with options like digital control displays and variable speed drive motors, these feeders provide precise control for various applications, including masterbatch pellets and polymer compounds. Supporting continuous and manual operations, the feeders are adaptable to processing needs, and Quick Ship options ensure timely delivery for urgent production requirements.

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