Achema 2024

DECHEMA is the expert network for chemical engineering and biotechnology in Germany. As a non-profit professional society we represent these fields in science, industry, politics and the general public. DECHEMA promotes scientific and technical exchange among experts from different disciplines, organisations and generations. We consolidate the know-how of over 5,800 individual and sustaining members.

...also among young scientists. Three candidates from Europe and India nominated for the LUM Science Prize YSA in June 2024. Get in touch with the finalists at the conference; you are cordially invited to Berlin. On June 10th and 11th, 2024, LUM GmbH will be hosting the 11th International Conference on Dispersion Analysis and Material Testing (ICDAMT 2024) in Berlin. Prof. Dr. Dr. Lerche, Chairman of the Scientific Committee and LUM Managing Director: “Since 2014, we have been advertising the Young Scientist Award (YSA) for outstanding scientific achievements in the areas of particle and dispersion characterization as well as materials testing and awarding it at the conference according to defined quality criteria. Young scientists from Germany, France, India, Norway and the Czech Republic answered the call and applied for the prize. Three finalists from Europe and India were ultimately nominated by the jury for 2024. They are expected to attend the conference with their interesting results upon invitation. Completely independent of the selection procedure, the overarching theme of particle surface properties and their characterization is excitingly visible in all nominated

FUCHS Maschinen AG presents itself at the ACHEMA. Visit the FUCHS stand at ACHEMA: Hall 5.0 / Stand: B57 FUCHS is presenting two exhibits from its very extensive MIXOMAT drum mixer programme at ACHEMA: The laboratory unit MIXOMAT A with a capacity of 10 litres and the standard tumbling drum-blender MIXMOMAT B. Four families MIXOMAT # MIXOMAT mini (laborato-ry unit for container sizes up to max. 2 litres); # MIXOMAT A (laboratory blender for con-tainer sizes up to max. 26 litres); # MIXOMAT B (upright blender for container sizes up to max. 400 litres) and # MIXOMAT C (tiltable drum blender up to max. 400 litres, with two subgroups: the MIXOMAT C-HE for cleanroom applications and the C-SE for all other appli-cations). In principle, the blenders are configured to order from standard modules. This means that 1 or 2 containers can be blended at the same time. For larger drums, it is possible to grip them directly from the pallet or other drum transport equipment and lift them into the blending position (tiltable versions). The blenders for drum sizes up to 200

Level detectors detect media at a predefined position depending on the installation position. Level detectors are mainly installed as full or empty detectors in the upper or lower part of a silo or container. This prevents the silo from overfilling or running empty. In combination with a level sensor, this results in a redundant system which additionally increases plant safety. If a certain fill level is of particular interest, the sensors can also be used as demand detectors. There are different technologies for level detection, which have their advantages and disadvantages depending on the application. For the selection, numerous process conditions have to be considered, which the sensor technology has to cope with. In addition, the requirements for bulk solids sensors differ from those for liquid sensors. For this reason, UWT offers a broad portfolio of different technologies such as rotary paddle switches, vibration level switches and capacitive sensors. This allows us to individually address their requirements in order to always provide them with the

At ACHEMA, Bormann & Neupert by BS&B is presenting the first ”green” reverse rupture disk for industrial applications - also for the increasingly important market of hydrogen applications. Whether alternative drives for the vehicle fleet or a photovoltaic system on the company building - the highly topical trend towards greater sustainability as well as environmental and climate protection also has many manifestations in the business environment. Sustainably manufactured components for plant, equipment and machinery are another building block for greater sustainability in the process industry. With the new LSR reverse rupture disc, Bormann & Neupert by BS&B now offers the first ”green” pressure relief for industrial applications in new and existing installations. The LSR manufacturing process is consistently designed for low resource consumption, reduced CO2 emissions and low energy requirements. For example, no water is used in the production of the rupture disk, the packaging consists exclusively of recyclable cardboard and the one-piece design significantly reduces the amount of material required. The BS&B production facilities have environmental

Solution-oriented: Side-mounted radar sensor for continuous level measurement on fly ash hoppers In a coal power plant in South Carolina, continuous level measurement for fly ash hoppers was required. This specific challenge was effectively addressed by installing a side-mounted guided radar sensor with a 90° elbow shaft. In the energy sector, where environmental protection and safety are of high importance, UWT has once again demonstrated its ability to shine with thoughtful solutions and technical expertise. The challenge: Promoting environmental safety through precise level measurement. Fly ash is a byproduct of coal combustion and is an environmental hazard. Coal-fired power plants are obliged to collect this material for disposal or reuse. Precise level measurement is of the utmost importance in this context in order to avoid overfilling, which can lead to safety risks, high cleaning costs and possible fines. Proven methods, innovative approach In such situations, free-radiating sensors such as the NivoRadar® 3000 or NivoRadar® 4000 are usually

Radar sensor from UWT is the bespoke solution for content measurement Continuous level monitoring devices regulate and control liquid or solid levels in a processing plant, helping to streamline the operation, eliminate human error and thus maximise overall efficiency. And so level control devices should be and are an investment that needs careful research and consideration to ensure that the investment in such kit is wisely made. Our customer, a large paper mill based in the UK, approached UWT UK Ltd to achieve all the above for the monitoring of their coal silo and in a backwater tank. A mechanical system in the coal silo and ultrasonic technology in the backwater tank had both failed leaving the monitoring task being executed manually using a tape measure dropped in through the tops of the silo and tank. Clearly, it was time to upgrade. So the customer approached UWT UK Ltd to visit and inspect the applications and to advise on a long term, reliable solution within budget. Time & consideration During the site visit the UWT

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Accelerate your additive manufacturing with the AMPro Sieve Station connect by Russell Finex Russell Finex is proud to announce our new AMPro Sieve Station Connect. It sets a new standard for scalable and automated powder handling. Since its first launch in 2010, the system has been re-engineered to incorporate the latest technology. Its unique ‘Connect’ concept future-proofs all powder-bed additive manufacturing processes. Ready, Recover, Requalify & Reuse The award winning AMPro Sieve Station has been enhanced with its ‘Connect’ feature, allowing for remote operation and data logging for system optimisation and a new ‘plug-and-play’ platform provide for easy scale-up. Formnext 2023 Keynote Address The new AMPro Sieve Station Connect was launched at Formnext 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, where it received a warm reception. Attendants were excited to learn about its new features and enhanced functionality. [AHREF**SW**russellfinex.com/en/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AMPro-Sieve-Station-Connect-Product-Guide-Brochure.pdf**Download the brochure

Active batch balancing & food conformity & CIP suitability In the food industry, absolute hygiene is of crucial importance, with high demands being placed on the measurement technology to be installed in terms of design, functionality and reliability. In the beverage industry in particular, these requirements can be very specific. A Peruvian beer manufacturer was looking for suitable solutions for overfill and running-empty protection for its process tanks with different solid and liquid raw materials. The malt dosing system was designed with innovative RF technology. Capacitive limit switches from UWT were installed, which are designed for high temperatures and applications with highly caking materials such as the viscous liquid of the malt mixture. It tastes better when you know your limits The difficulty in beer production lies in controlling the correct malt dosage during the addition of water for dissolving. This was due to the fact that the grain became very sticky after moistening, which led to false alarms for

Choose your suitable system for level monitoring & visualization from the UWT NivoTec® product portfolio Various technologies are available for level indication. Simple LED digital displays for the evaluation of a 4-20 mA signal for installation in control cabinets or up to wall mounted touch panels and web server modules with visualization software. These can then be configured on a project by project basis and adapted to customer requirements. UWT has standardized product versions of the NivoTec® NT 4000 series, which meet many requirements of a level indicator and monitoring at a cost effective price. The NT 2000 series includes control cabinet modules with local display and control elements, which is useful for a limited number of containers. The NivoTec® NT 3000 series can be individually adapted to the customer’s project. This web server solution meets all requirements of modern silo level monitoring.

High-quality measurement technology with exclusive 6-year warranty; The UWT quality promise: Modern - Durable - Sustainable The UWT Group is considered an expert for simple, safe and accurate level measurement, point level determination and interface detection in any type of bulk solids and liquids. The many years of success are based on the high quality of the products, innovative thinking and close cooperation with customers. That is why the company is the first manufacturer of measurement technology on the global industrial markets to offer a warranty extension to 6 years for all UWT sensors. The UWT quality promise Modern - Durable - Sustainable; Plant builders and end customers around the world appreciate the customer-specific and user-friendly technologies of the German medium-sized company as well as the easy handling and longevity of the UWT sensors. With many years of experience, the company knows that high-quality and maintenance-free sensor technology is an important aspect for plant operators in all industries. Measurement technology at the highest level Guaranteed quality

A large grain storage facility in the south of England required a reliable content measuring device to replace an old acoustic wave system which was no longer functioning. Configured was a non-contact radar measurement device from UWT combined with a visualization software. Non-contact continuous level measurement UWT (UK) Limited proposed the use of the free-radiating radar NivoRadar® NR 3100 which could be supplied with an aiming flange. The integrated aiming flange allowed the radar to be mounted in the same position as the previous acoustic wave device which was close to the silo side wall and which allowed for the narrow 4˚ beam to be aimed towards the lowest point of the silo. This saved the customer time and money as they didn’t need to move the mounting position towards the centre of the silo where the silo was filled from. Free-radiating radar sensors can determine the level of a medium without contact. The so-called FMCW radar measurement method (Frequency Modulated Continous Wave) is used for this purpose. The transmitted signal is modulated between two known frequency values (NivoRadar® 78...79 GHz) and the difference

An animal feed manufacturer in Ireland was looking for reliable level indicators including overfill protection and empty protection as part of the modernization of the plant equipment. When installing the sensors in different pressure conveying containers for seaweed meal, the high dust intensity had to be considered in particular. By planning a capacitive level switch from UWT with innovative RF technology, a compatible solution that is robust and delivers reliable results was found. It is also advantageous for this application if the sensors have small connection threads and can implement precise switching with a quick response. Excursus: Seaweed meal in animal feed Since 1994, feeding animal meal to pets and farm animals has been banned throughout the EU because it is a potential transmitter of the BSE pathogen. That’s why seaweed flour is now used as an alternative. Seaweed meal is added to the feed of pets such as dogs or farm animals such as cattle as a dietary supplement. It is rich in various nutrients, vitamins, fiber, proteins, omega-3 fatty acids and minerals such as iodine, potassium or sodium. All of these nutrients have positive

TECHNOLOGY. PERFORMANCE. PARTNERSHIP. Experience level measurement technology Welcome at UWT, Great team from UWT, UWT Export Team - new look, The hot wire by UWT - lot of fun, Gaming time - fun time, Nice visitor - great honor, More visitors are interested, Thanks a lot to all our visitors, Bavarian cheese was presented by UWT Ladies, Kevin Walter presents the coloured solids, Colleagues for a visit

At ACHEMA 2022 over 2,200 exhibitors from more than 50 countries showcased the latest equipment and innovative processes for the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries at the Frankfurt fairgrounds from 22 to 26 August. Whether it was laboratory or pharmaceutical technology, plant engineering or classic process technology, the stands in the halls were well attended and the fairgrounds were bustling with activity. ”The need for personal exchange is huge after such a long time. The exhibitors we spoke to and we ourselves had a successful trade show, where we held numerous discussions with direct project or investment relevance,” confirms Jürgen Nowicki, Chairman of the ACHEMA Committee and CEO of Linde Engineering. Dr Thomas Scheuring, CEO of DECHEMA Ausstellungs-GmbH, is also very satisfied: ”We had to fight like never before for the success of this very special ACHEMA. The fact that, despite all the headwinds, we nevertheless succeeded in creating an ACHEMA that exceeded the expectations of the vast majority of our customers makes us happy and proud – and at the same time is a credit to our team and all the exhibitors who have remained loyal to us.” ”We also live up