Machine operators are amazing. Like magicians, they can make something out of nothing, with super tight tolerances no greater than a fraction of a human hair. They understand math, chemistry, and mechanics. They instinctively know how to adjust and tweak the machines when necessary to make sure the product is made exactly as specified.…
Quality Processing Partners Must Offer Rapid Response and Full System Assessments
Managing the machinery, the process, and the product is not a strategic priority for most manufacturers of processing equipment. But it should be. Clients today need more than just a manufacturer of processing equipment; they need the right processing partner that understands the intricate details and nuances of the entire processing system. Processing experts should…
Dry Extrusion Cuts Costs, Adds Capacity for Oilseed Processors
Oilseed processing is a tremendously competitive industry, and as we talk with our clients around the globe, we’re learning what keeps plant owners, engineers, and managers up at night. Consistently during our meetings, we hear questions like: How can we improve inefficiencies in our process and cut energy costs? How can we improve the quality…
Sequence of Operations is Critical for Oilseed Processing
It’s amazing the number of different processing systems we’ve encountered and built over the years, each designed with specific goals for process efficiency and quality of the end products. When assessing established oilseed processing operations, we often find processors have purchased machines from several different manufacturers to perform distinct functions. Today’s manufacturers are highly focused…
3 Critical Settings for an Oilseed Press
Some of the most common problems we encounter during site visits to oilseed extraction plants around the world relate directly to improper press settings. Since screw-type expeller presses rely on friction and continuous pressure to extract oil, variables affecting these forces need to be monitored and adjusted over time to maximize production and minimize waste.…
3 Core Considerations When Investing in a Rubber Finishing Line
Whether purchasing equipment for an existing rubber finishing line or engineering a new line from the ground up, no two applications, processes, or facilities are alike. It’s enticing to consider combining processes in one machine, like the dewatering and drying phases of processing synthetic rubber crumb. After all, buying one piece of equipment sounds…
How to Prevent Downtime of Your Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing Line
Often when we’re out visiting clients who operate polymer finishing lines, we’ll ask, “What keeps you up at night?” And the number one response, whether it’s from a facility manager, engineer, maintenance person, or an operator, is always, “Downtime.” It’s no wonder downtime is on the minds of people responsible for rubber manufacturing line…
5 Questions to Ask Your Before Purchasing Synthetic Rubber Processing Equipment or a Rubber Finishing Line
When planning to replace rubber processing equipment or add new machinery to a polymer finishing line, manufacturers know they are looking at significant downtime. And downtime, whether planned or unplanned, can be extremely costly. Purchasing new equipment is already a huge investment, and companies must also factor in the cost of halting production in their…
Girls in STEM Explore Manufacturing Jobs During Summer Camp at Anderson International
Anderson International Corp is one of four local companies who opened doors to a summer camp this past August for teenagers interested in exploring manufacturing jobs. The camp was geared to high school students – particularly girls in STEM who are interested in exploring modern-day manufacturing. The 12 campers learned about 3D printing pro-typing and…