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New IBC plastic frame pallet from Schütz
IBCs transported on automated logistics and production processes need to comply with very precise specifications. Schütz has designed a new product for in-house transport on conveyor belts and handling in fully automated high-bay warehouses. A prototype of this sustainable pallet solution was presented at Fachpack 2023, and within the space...

Mobile drum dumper launched
The new “TIP-TITE” mobile drum dumper from Flexicon, with integral flexible screw conveyor is designed for use in hazardous locations. It allows volumetric feeding of bulk material from drums into downstream processes dust free and with minimal operator intervention. The system is mounted on a mobile frame with quick-action floor jacks...

More than just energy-efficient
According to the German Environment Agency, electric drives in the industry and trade sectors consume nearly two fifths of the total electricity in Germany. Particularly electric drives and the aggregates powered by them therefore have a great and economic energy saving potential. With its latest-generation IE5+ motors, system provider NORD...

Bühler’s Grain Innovation Center opens its doors
Swiss technology group Bühler has inaugurated its new Grain Innovation Center (GIC) in Uzwil. The GIC has been designed to enable customers from the food and animal nutrition industries to innovate and improve their processes, ensuring they stay ahead of the latest trends in milling and remain competitive in their...

Sampling unit now ATEX certified
Dinnissen’s sampling unit has expanded its ATEX certification to cover a wide range of environments. It is now suitable for hazardous areas with explosion risks, specifically for internal zones 20, 21, and 22, as well as external zones 21 and 22. The ATEX certification, compliant with Directive 2014/34/EU, marks a...

New investment in static packaging test centre
A new static packaging test centre has opened at Castle Industrial’s facility in Lancashire, UK.
The £500,000 investment sees the company play host to an array of testing equipment that can help customers ensure their products are packaged and transported in a cost-effective and safe manner.
The machinery added to...

Busch Switzerland celebrates Its 50th anniversary
Busch AG recently the 50th anniversary of its foundation in Switzerland.
Employees and their families were invited to celebrate the jubilee. Live music welcomed the guests to a festively decorated tent where candles in the company color created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Sami and Kaya Busch, Co-CEOs and Co-owners...

AMP/AHS appoint DACH sales manager
Advanced Material Processing (AMP) and Automated Handling Solutions (AHS) have appointed Dirk Struppe as the new regional sales manager for Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Dirk is a graduated mechanical engineer with over 25 years of experience in various sales roles across engineering companies.

Dinnissen wins technical craftsmanship training award
At October’s Brainport Industries Congress, Dinnissen Process Technology, of Sevenum, was awarded the prestigious William Pijnenburg Award 2024. This annual award, presented by Brainport Industries College, recognises companies that demonstrate exceptional dedication to the development of technical craftsmanship in the region. The award was presented by Manon Pijnenburg in honor...

Networking at Minexpo
ScrapeTec, in partnership with BLT World Inc, recently participated in MINExpo, the world’s largest mining event – held in Las Vegas. Thortsen Koth highlighted the event as an ideal platform for industry players to network and showcase innovative products.
The ScrapeTec and BLT World team introduced their advanced dust...
