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Big bag crusher - Preparation of the product before deconditioning
The SmashR® is a versatile solution for conditioning big bags, making them easier to empty by breaking up their mass. Equipped with hydraulic cylinders, it crushes big bags without damaging them. This solution can be adapted to all your powders, industries and applications. The SmashR® guarantees the fluidity of bulk materials stored in super sacks.
"Standard" operation cycle
- Operator loads Big Bag
- Operator starts massage cycle
- The clamps exert 4 upwards motion pressure on the Big Bag
- Table rotates 90°
- The clamps exert 4 upwards motion pressure on the Big Bag
- Table rotates 90°
- The cycle is complete and an information message indicates that the operator can retrieve the Big Bag.
- The number of presses and table turns is adjustable.
Duration of a "standard" cycle: 5 min.
Output: approx. 12 big bags/h
Force: > 15T / > 150 kN
Objectives: deagglomerate big bags
Equipment advantages
- Breaks up hardened blocks of powder, facilitating complete big bag emptying
- Clean process: powder is decompacted directly in the big bag
- Uses pivoting gates to reach the core of the product without damaging the big bag
- Adapts to big bag volumes and powder hardness
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Big bag decompactor
The big bag decompactor or FIBC is the ideal solution for breaking up the mass of your products.
Easily unload big bags
SmashR® facilitates the flow of your product and allows for easy emptying of your FIBCs.
Remote control SmashR®
The SmashR® machine is controlled remotely via a dedicated PLC.
Decompacting the big bags
SmashR® the ultimate big bag conditioner decompacts your big bags throughout your production process thanks to its hydraulic massage system.
FIBC decompactor SmashR
Decompaction of FIBCs using the hydraulic cylinders of the SmashR massage cage.
Big bags massage cage
The big bag massage cage optimises discharging for your production operators.
Big bags massage cage
Massage enclosure for big bags, the arms are operated by hydraulic cylinders.
Side puncher - Big bag unloader
The punching system is used to prepare the bulk bags before emptying.
Big bag conditioner
The big bag massage cage optimises discharging of your bulk products.
Big bags massage cage
Massage enclosure for big bags, the arms are operated by hydraulic cylinders.
Side puncher - Jumbo bag discharging
Prepare and break the blocks of bulk material before unpacking.
Touch-screen control panel
The operator selects the desired operating mode from several pre-set modes. Each mode is configurable.
Big bag conditioner
The massaging station comprises 2 pairs of hydraulic cylinders, enabling simultaneous massaging of 2 opposite sides of the big bag via the flaps.
Big bag unpacker
The massage station consists of 2 pairs of hydraulic cylinders, allowing simultaneous massage via the flaps on 2 opposite sides of the big bag.
Big bag crusher
The big bag is massaged by hydraulic pushers, which break up the mass of the big bag when it is "in block" to facilitate emptying.
Big bag massaging station
For product preparation prior to unpacking.
Features
Technical specification
| Rate |
12 big bags/hr |
|---|---|
| Force | > 15T / > 150 kN |
| External dimensions of the frame | 3,000 x 2,100 x 3,300 mm |
| Maximum lift table load | 1,500 kg |
| Carrier dimensions | 1,700 x 1,000 mm |
| Maximum big bag height* | 1,500 mm |
| Rise time | 25 seconds approx. |
| Descent time | 10 seconds approx. |
*If the big bag height exceeds 1,600mm, the SmashR® Fly is the appropriate model.
Standard" operating mode:
1. The operator inserts the big bag through the access door and places it on the turntable of the lift table.
2. The operator selects the desired operating mode from several pre-set modes. Each mode is configurable and takes into account :
- Big bag height
- Number of massage cycles
- the number of times the table is raised and lowered
- Number of rotations of the lift table plate
- Once the operating mode has been set, the operator launches the cycle from the control console.
3. The massage cycle starts.
4. An alert message informs the operator that the cycle is complete and that he can remove the big bag.
Options
Available options
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Radio remote control
Benefits:
- Station control from forklift truck
- Enhanced ergonomics
Description:
This option enables the operator to control the SmashR remotely by starting the SmashR® without being beside the machine. Like the control cable, the operator doesn't need to get off the forklift, making his work easier and increasing throughput.
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High-speed pump
Advantages:
- Increased output
Description:
This option consists of equipping the SmashR® with a high-speed hydraulic pump, which speeds up big bag breaking cycles.
During the start up phase, the cylinders are moved at high speed and low pressure.
For the massaging cycle, a slower and high-pressure pump breaks up the deep seated lumps.
With a high-speed pump, the SmashR can process big bags more quickly. - Increased output
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Integrated traceability system
Benefits:
- Complete cycle traceability
- Option: printing on big bag or label printer
Description:
The integrated traceability system enables the SmashR to generate detailed reports on the history of operation. This includes data such as cycle times, force applied, downtime, etc. These reports offer complete traceability of the big bag unpacking process, which can be essential for quality monitoring, regulatory compliance and continuous process improvement. Data is stored on a server or USB stick.
Complementary option: Add a printer to label your big bags.
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Easyclean system
Benefits:
- Easy cleaning
Description:
To facilitate the cleaning of the machine inside its production zone:
- Stainless steel feet are added for easy access under the station.
- The electrical cabinet is lowered to facilitate operation.
- Limited flat surfaces to allow cleaning of the bottom of the station with water.
- Easy cleaning
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3D scan of the big bag
Advantages:
- Allows great variability in big bag sizes
- Increased safety to prevent damage to big bags
Description:The integrated rangefinder system automatically analyzes the size and shape of the big bag before starting the conditioning cycle. Using this data, the SmashR® automatically adjusts its parameters to ensure optimum decompaction. This system is particularly useful for :
- High-value big bags
- Big bags with unusual shapes
- Fragile products
- Toxic products
- Big bags that regularly vary in size
When you start a cycle with the classic station, positioning and settings depend on the operator. In this case, the system takes care of the various settings.
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HAZLOC
The SmashR® HAZLOC is a solution specially designed for environments where safety is paramount, particularly in hazardous areas.
It offers a number of features to ensure compliance with HAZLOC standards, such as:
- Isolated environment: every element at risk is isolated. This prevents hazards inside the SmashR®.
- HAZLOC lifting table: The SmashR's lifting table is also designed to HAZLOC standards, guaranteeing its safety when crushing big bags containing flammable powders.
- Big bag grounding during activation: An innovative system enables the SmashR® to ground the big bag, reducing the risk of static electricity in sensitive environments.
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Security door
Advantages:
- Mechanical safety
- Robust operator protection
Description:On every SmashR® you'll find light curtains, but to optimize operator safety, the light curtains are replaced by cage doors with a safety strike plate. This door is designed to prevent access to the work area while the machine is running, reducing the risk of accidents.
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Core-breaking cylinder on top of the big bag
Advantages:
Breaks lumps at the center of the big bag.
Description:
- This option adds additional cylinders to the top of the SmashR®, providing extra pressure for more efficient big bag conditioning
- The cycle is started with the big bag on the table
- The 4 paddles exert upward motion pressures on the big bag
- The lifting table descends
- Core-breaking cylinder extends
- The lift table rises and presses the big bag against the core-breaker cylinder.
- The table rotates 90° and the cycle is repeated.
This feature is particularly useful for very compact or difficult-to-crumble materials, improving the productivity and efficiency of the big bag unloading process.
Table force: 2T / 20 kN
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Protective housing
Advantages:
- Prevents operators from accessing the hydraulic system
- Protects the hydraulic power unit
Description:This housing provides additional protection for the hydraulic power unit.
It prevents access by operators and prevents damage to the hydraulic power unit: hazardous or dusty environment, impact with forklift truck, etc. -
Remote control cable
Benefits:
- Station control from forklift truck
- Rugged
Description:
The remote control cable is a device enabling SmashR cycles to be triggered remotely by pulling on a cable. This feature provides a method of control, ensuring safe and efficient use of the SmashR. What's more, the operator doesn't have to get out of the truck, making his work easier and increasing throughput.
Case studies
CASE STUDIES WITH THIS EQUIPMENT
Raw materials deconditioning line
Processed powders: sugar and salt - Raw materials deconditioning line - The installation concerns a premix preparation line for the food industry.Food and Animal Feed
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Production line for biomedical and nutraceutical products
Processed product: Sticky product - Production line in the parapharmaceutical and biomedical sector - Big bag unpacking unit for mixing final products.Fine chemical
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Handling milk powder on production lines
Powder processed: milk powder Handling of milk powder on the production lineFood and Animal Feed
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Handling of lithium, cadmium and oxide powders
Processed powders: lithium, cadmium and oxides Decompaction and emptying of bulk bags for battery manufactureEnergy
