Direct Charge Blender Loading

Overview

Direct Charge Loading Systems for Vacuum-Tight Blenders and Mixers

No more stair climbing, lifting, and manually dumping bags or drums. With direct charge blender loading, you can avoid spills and eliminate fugitive dust while reducing loading times by 66% or more. This system can also reduce ingredient costs by integrating bulk bags instead of 25- or 50-pound bags.

We offer packaged conveying systems designed specifically for the direct charge loading of blenders, mixers, reactors, and any vessel capable of withstanding a vacuum.

Specs

SPECIFICATIONS

With your blender or mixer as the primary receiver, VAC-U-MAX provides the rest of the system: power source, filters, controls, adapters and most important of all, the know-how.

Model 109020 Cover Adapter with Built-in Multi-Filter

• Eliminates carryover of product from blender, insuring batch integrity. For use with blenders having a minimum 10 cu. ft. capacity. Includes 19″ diameter cover, clamps and three, 6″ diameter X 16″ long filter bags in various material types.
• Standard feature includes quick disassembly for easy cleanout. Camlock-type fittings and dust caps are optional. Material outlet available in 2″ to 3″ diameter range. Cover adapter must be removed before blending and replaced with standard cover.
• Multi-filter cover adapter also available with vacuum outlet only. Can be used with standard VAC-U-MAX material inlet on opposite side. Except for certain materials, both eliminate need for separate blender loader system.
• Also available are standard cover adapters without built-in filters. Select from four configurations of one or two tubes per cover. Tube diameters range from 1.5″ to 4″ and come with plain tube ends.

Blender & Mixer Direct Charge Accessories

• Cover Adapters
• Dummy Hose Station
• Abrasive Material Inlet Adapter

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

The following accessories have been developed by VAC-U-MAX to facilitate the direct charge loading of a blender, mixer, or other vessel capable of withstanding a vacuum. They offer convenience, efficiency, and greatly improved housekeeping.

Dummy Hose Station

• The dummy hose station prevents damage due to accidental starting of blender or mixer while hoses are attached. It also affords a safe and convenient storage place for hoses when not in use.
• Comes with 316 stainless steel camlock-type adapter, NEMA 12 limit switch and mounting bracket in 304 stainless steel bead blast finish. Available in 1.5″, 2″, 2.5″, 3″ and 4″ adapter sizes.

Abrasive Material Inlet Adapter

• Reduces or eliminates wearing by abrasive material at blender inlet. Also prevents high speed impacting of abrasive material on blender interior.

Features

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Eliminates the conventional vacuum receiver, its loading and discharge .Transfers all the material into the process without spills, waste.
• Keeps housekeeping to a minimum.
• Transfer can be completely automatic, eliminating the manual handling of the material.
• Avoids product waste, loss and contamination. Material is drawn from floor level through clean hose or tubing. Operating personnel are not exposed to dusty or harmful material.
• Systems are packaged with timing controls and automatic pulse filter cleaning. Controls and vacuum pump can be remotely located.
• Blender loader hopper is easily removed from frame for washdown, leaving controls and power components in place.
• Blender cover modifications are routine, or standard adapters are available for many models.
• Complete range of pneumatic accessories include pick-up wands, feed bins and bag dump stations.
• Power options include VAC-U-MAX vacuum pump packages from 3 hp up and the exclusive ,VAC-U-MAX venturi power unit.
• Available standard in 304 stainless steel and 316 stainless steel. Food and pharmaceutical grade finishes available.

Configurations

Existing blenders can be upgraded and modified by VAC-U-MAX for direct charge loading. This technology works with blenders, mixers, reactors, and any vessel capable of withstanding a vacuum.

There are several possible configurations for direct charge loading. Below are just a few to give you an idea of how this system can integrate into multiple applications.

Vacuum pump powered system with material inlet on one side and suspended blender loader on the other

Vacuum pump powered system with material inlet on one side and floor standing blender loader on the other.

Vacuum pump powered package with material inlet and suspended blender loader on the same side.

Twin venturi compressed air powered system with material inlet on one side of V-type blender and the vacuum outlet on the other.

Vacuum pump powered system utilizing a floor standing blender loader. Material inlet and vacuum outlet to loader are located on top of double cone blender.

Vacuum pump powered system with material inlet on one side of ribbon blender and floor standing blender loader on the other. The blender loader can be equipped with casters.

Learn More

Learn more about direct charge blender loading: 

• Whiteboard video: HOW IT WORKS: Direct Charge Blender Loading
• Article: Top 10 FAQs About Direct Charge Blender Loading

The VAC-U-MAX Advantage

THE VAC-U-MAX DISTINCTION

• Faster processing time
• USDA designs & materials of construction
• “No edges, No ledges.” Interior surfaces are completely smooth, rounded, or tapered to ensure optimal material flow, easier cleaning, and improved sanitation.
• Easy, quick-clean & take-apart features
• Low profile, portable, minimal footprint
• Made in the USA
• Local product support
• Performance Guarantee
• Maximize regulatory compliance
• Maximize process efficiency & productivity