Spiroflow a leading manufacturer of conveying, bulk handling and weighing systems for companies across the world, has announced the European introduction of an innovative new conveying solution that effectively provides a ‘one stop’ total peanut handling system to food processors.
The launch, a key element of the company’s 2015 marketing strategy, signals a new era in peanut handling in the UK and EU. Nuts and seeds are particularly challenging to food manufacturers as they can be very fragile and easily damaged in the transportation and production process. Bagged snack applications in particular require that the nuts remain whole during handling.
Spiroflow has pioneered two highly efficient peanut handling solutions: Cableflow™ cable drag conveyors and Aeroflow™ aeromechanical conveyors, suitable for varied applications depending on delivery speed and volume requirements. Peanut butter processing, for example, would be best served by the Aeroflow™ system which can convey at higher speeds of up to 10,000kg per hour, both horizontally and vertically, with minor degradation. While the Cableflow™ is better suited to applications that require whole nuts with virtually zero degradation leaving the nuts intact and aesthetically appealing to customers.
The conveyors are ideal for use in conjunction with one of Spiroflow’s bulk bag dischargers to bring together not only the volume delivery of peanuts but also salt stabilisers and any other minor/major ingredients. It’s vital for manufacturers to avoid forming any lumps and to prevent moisture ingress, especially with salt and other hygroscopic ingredients as these must be perfectly proportioned and distributed for all applications. Spiroflow’s flexible screw conveyor is the ideal solution for salt conveying, working seamlessly in conjunction with the other systems to provide a fully automated total solution that is particularly suited to peanut butter production.
Michel Podevyn, Spiroflow’s Chairman, explained: “We’re delighted to introduce these new peanut handling solutions in Europe, providing manufacturers everywhere with the ideal system for the processing of peanut butter, peanut snacks and of course other nut based snacks and products. Our latest innovation in aero mechanical conveying has proven its worth in the USA and this, combined with our product expertise and extensive experience of worldwide markets, will enable us to comfortably exceed any European specifications.
“Of course, our conveying, discharging and filling systems are designed bespoke for each customer and undergo full scale system trials in ournew state of the art UK Technology Centre. The centre features a unique material characterisation and testing laboratory which gives us and our customers a vital insight into product flow properties, helping to prevent handling issues. We’re so confident in the quality of our technology and product knowledge that we offer a process guarantee to ensure customers’ expectations are always met and usually exceeded.”
Peanuts are usually blanched or roasted prior to processing and may be supplied with skins attached or removed; Spiroflow’s systems can handle the nuts in either state.
Spiroflow designs ingredient handling systems, including specialised conveyors and bulk bag handling equipment for the food, chemical, minerals and other process industries. Spiroflow also manufactures bin activators, Aeroflow™ Aero Mechanical Conveyors, Cableflow™Tubular Cable and Dynaflow™ Chain Drag Conveyors, Vacuum Conveyors, Bulk Bag Fillers, Ingredients Handling and Weighing Systems. The company’s technical and engineering expertise has led to it developing an international reputation for an unrivalled range of products with state-of-the-art control systems.
For more information on Spiroflow’s products and services visit www.spiroflow.com or call +44 (0)1200 422525.
Spiroflow Limited
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- http://www.spiroflow.com
- Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QG GB
About us
Continuous product development allied to a thorough understanding of customers" process needs and objectives has kept Spiroflow at the forefront of the bulk handling industry since the mid 1970s. From our early beginnings supplying flexible screw conveyors, mainly to the plastics industry, Spiroflow is today one of the world"s leading manufacturers of a full range of equipment for handling dry bulk solids and ingredients in powder, granule, pellet and flake form, across the whole spectrum of process industries.
Commitment, quality, reliability and service Spiroflow conveying and weighing systems are in operation worldwide and are acclaimed for their outstanding versatility and prolonged working life in the most demanding environments. In food and pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and chemicals, minerals and plastics, Spiroflow"s experience and proven capability is providing the answer to every conceivable handling need. The leading design principles behind all Spiroflow equipment are: dust-free handling and hygienic operation.
Our range includes not only the latest automatic conveyor systems, but also fully compatible weighing equipment for a wide variety of applications, from batch processing of ingredients, to the filling and controlled emptying of bulk bags or sacks. Behind all Spiroflow products is a dedicated design, manufacturing, testing and installation facility, backed up by a rapid spares and service network. Our high standards are sustained through an on-going development programme utilising CAD design facilities and material testing procedures.
Our conveying and weighing systems are designed with a minimum of working parts for maximum reliability in operation. Simple to operate and easy to clean and maintain, their robust construction ensures a long working life with minimum downtime. Willingness to meet customer"s specific needs A cornerstone of our success is our eagerness to design and develop equipment to meet the needs of individual customers. Not only has this enabled our customers to operate in ways that best suit them, it has been the driving force behind our product range today. Our Engineers like nothing more than a challenge!
Where we supply to
Europe
Industries we supply to
Automation, Chemicals, Consultants, Components Electronics, Energy and Power, Food and Beverage, Glass Ceramics Cement, Metals and Minerals, OEM, Paper and Pulp, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Plastics and Rubber, Recycling, Textiles, Tobacco, Water and Wastewater
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