Case Study – Kek Centrifugal Sifters for Confectionery Manufacturing
Product: 6 – Kek K800C Centrifugal
The Kek Centrifugal Sifter fitted with a standard Cantilever Shaft, delivers not only the best standards of hygiene and cleanliness but also unsurpassed reliability with minimal maintenance requirements.
Handling/ Material: Granulated sugar, citric acid, starches, and sweeteners.
Location: Central Europe
Application: Fruit flavored sweets (candy)
Special Features:
- Type certified ATEX compliance for Zones 20 Internally & 21 Externally, featuring;
– ATEX compliant locking switches & Motor isolation
– Temperature & vibration monitoring of shaft support bearings
– Custom ATEX compliant terminal box
- Internals surfaces polished to <0.8 microns RA
- Flanges adapted to suit the client’s various requirements (BFM, Tri-Clover & Bolted flanges)
- Height adjustments to accommodate space constraints of manufacturing facilities.
- For improved hygiene and cleanability – the majority of flat surfaces were removed from the internal and external surfaces of sifters.
- High Efficiency 430 stainless steel perforated plate sieve assembly.
Other Features and Benefits:
- Hinged oversized door for easy cleaning and operation
- Quiet vibration free operation
- Fully rotatable screen for inspection and cleaning
- Tool-free removal of sifting screen, screen retainer, and paddle/blade assembly
- Flexible design reduces floor space and meets every processing requirement
- No oversize end bearing or seals for fewer moving parts to wear or replace
- Hygienic design
- Screen changes in less than 30 seconds
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