TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION


lotronic has introduced a new drum / barrel unloading system, combining the unique ‘ONE NUT’ pump with their drum/barrel unloading skid. The new system enables you to pump highly viscous materials out of your drum / barrel at significantly increased flow rates. This system is built around our ‘ONE-NUT’ sanitary style pump which is based on our 3A and EHEDG design. This style of pump has already proven itself in the hygienic / sanitary industries and is a match for any environment or process where avoidance of product contamination is paramount. The system can be Cleaned in Place using the pump itself or an external CIP rig or, because of the ‘ONE NUT’ design of the pump, it can be easily stripped down for cleaning.


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Hygienic pressure transmitter


ccuracy of 0.2% characterises the new PM pressure transmitter from ifm electronic, but of course, there is much more than that. The PM is designed to provide an analogue signal in hygienic applications, so materials and fitting conform to the requirements of these environments.


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temperature compensation when compared to its The upgraded PM offers improved accuracy and


pressure range of the device, of which there are twelve to The 4 to 20mA analogue signal is scalable across the predecessors, ideal for CIP sets.


losses, along with the multitude of other benefits that IO- readout of the direct measured value without conversion addition, the IO-Link interface offers remote scaling and cover most requirements between -1 bar and 100 bar. In


In a popular move, the PM is one of a number of Link brings.


products from ifm where the user can simply download a factory calibration certificate at no extra charge.


IFM Electronic Ltd 


020 8213 0000  www.ifm.com/uk


“Using an inflatable seal, the system ensures minimal wastage is achieved and the minimum of product remains in the drum / barrel.” Says Leighton Jones, Sales Director, Flotronic Pumps. “As the seal inflates it creates an excellent seal while moving down the drum / barrel and at the end of the process it deflates for easy removal. There is less hold up compared to other systems, which means you can empty challenging viscous fluids from full size drums / barrels in a matter of minutes, improving productivity with increased profit potential.” This hygienic hands-free control of the unloading is efficient and reliable using proven technology, with application across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Flotronic provide bespoke systems to customer requirements and can cater for any fibre, metal or plastic 200 litre/55 gallon drum or similar. The drum / barrel unloading skid can be fully mobile or fixed e, with the system designed to suit your needs, including roller systems ired.


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Flotronic Pumps and sanitary applications


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All pumps in the standard Flotronic Stainless Steel Slimline range are hygienic. There is also a sanitary Stainless Steel range with specialised surface finishes, seals and internal radii. Pumps with PTFE parts meet USP Class VI rds. Flotronic Pumps ‘H’ and ‘E’ Style pumps take ‘sanitary’ to an even higher level. They have been through ses which see them enjoy ‘3-A’ and EHEDG accreditation respectively.


Explosive environments


Flotronic Pumps offer options on most pumps which make them suitable for in-line maintenance in a potentially explosive environment and therefore compliant with the latest European ATEX Directive. Component selection can cover all Gas Groups (IIA, IIB and IIC).


Flotronic Pumps UK-wide variable speed drives hire fleet A


rollout of a variable speed drive hire BB has invested significantly in the


fleet across the United Kingdom and Ireland, with units extending from 3 kW up


delivered the same day, and installed and to several megawatts. Hire drives can be


commissioned within a matter of hours by engineers from one of twelve ABB


There are four scenarios where hiring authorised value providers.


Emergency or unexpected failure: Hiring a drive can deliver customer benefits:


a drive can be a quick, low cost way of keeping critical processes running in the event of a breakdown. It reduces the cost of downtime whilst providing time to repair


the failed equipment or to source and allocate capital for a permanent replacement.


companies to ramp process capacity up or down with ease, while eliminati Temporary capacity: Hire drives can be used for short-term, semi-perm


Prove predicted energy savings: If a variable speed application has not


Equipment testing: Te real environment.


anent or seasonal applications, allowing


previously used a drive, or if an existing ng storage and maintenance costs.


drive is due for upgrade, hiring can be a low cost way to prove predicted energy savings before purchase and in a Testing houses may be called upon to test variable speed applications, but may not have a


Drives are hired at a fixed daily rate, which includes all installation and low cost.


suitable drive with which to pair it in-house. Hiring a drive can allow testing to get underway at short notice and maintenance. The ABB authorised value


provider network can be contacted by telephone on 0333 005 7001, or via www.new.abb.com/uk/drives-for-hire. ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a pioneering technology leader in power grids, electrification products, industrial automation and robotics and motion, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure globally. Continuing a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB today is writing the future of industrial digitalization with two clear value propositions: bringing electricity from any power plant to any plug and automating industries from natural resources to finished products. As title partner in ABB Formula E, the fully electric international FIA motorsport class, ABB is pushing the boundaries of e-mobility to contribute to a sustainable future. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees.


ABB Ltd 


01925 741 111  www.abb.com CONNECTINGINDUSTRY. Y.COM/PROCESS&CONTROL


BLACKFAST CHEMICALS are proud to announce the launch of its new online store and website!


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f you work in the engineering, tooling, automotive or manufacturing industries and regularly need to black small metal parts and components thus enhancing both appearance as well as tested corrosion resistance, then BLACKFAST’s chemical products are what you have been looking for.


Specifically designed for you to use in-house, proving to be easy, cost effective as well as safe to use, our products, knowledge and assistance are now just a click away. For more information on our blacking processes and other chemical products, or should you wish to place an order or arrange an on-site demonstration, please visit our new exciting website www.blackfast.com.


We, The Blackfast Experts, look forward to welcoming you there.


Blackfast Chemicals 


020 8339 7370  www.blackfast.com PROCESS & CONTROL | APRIL 2019 4 3  4410 4 881871  www.flotronicpumps.co.uk


ADVERTORIAL ‘ONE NUT’ drum/ barrel unloading


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