At Fachpack 2019 Multivac will be showing a number of forward-looking innovations from its various business units. The exhibits include the new X-line machine generation, which will be presented at the trade fair in the form of the RX 4.0 thermoforming packaging machine and the TX 710 traysealer. Another focus of the trade fair will be concepts for sustainable packaging. These meet the current demands for recyclability and for minimisation of plastic consumption in the production of packs. The company’s presence at the trade fair is rounded off with a presentation of its labelling and marking innovations, including a new generation of cross web labellers and new direct web printers, as well as a solution for efficient wrap-around labelling of packs (full-wrap labelling).

Multivac has expanded its X-line machine generation with the addition of a further future-proofed model, the new TX 710 traysealer. The features of this traysealer are a robust machine concept and an intelligent control system, which together provide the maximum flexibility, output and reliability. In Nuremberg the TX 710 will be the centrepiece of a fully automated packaging line, which also includes a L 310 conveyor belt labeller for the attractive wrap-around labelling of packs (full-wrap labelling).

A second packaging line will have at its heart the RX 4.0 thermoforming packaging machine, which features a range of innovative technology. Thanks to its comprehensive sensor system and seamless digitalisation, it creates a new dimension, when it comes to packaging reliability, quality and performance. At Fachpack the RX 4.0 will be equipped with a new generation of cross web labeller, which gives even greater labelling accuracy at an even higher level of output.

Another of the company’s themes at the trade fair is the presentation of sustainable packaging solutions. On display will be a wide range of concepts, which contribute to reducing packaging material consumption in the production of packs, as well as other concepts for producing packs, which meet current requirements for recyclability. One example of this is the Paper Board range, which is made up of a wide variety of paper fibre-based materials for producing MAP and vacuum skin packs on thermoforming packaging machines and traysealers. This innovative packaging concept will be shown at the trade fair on the compact R 105 MF thermoforming packaging machine, an economic entry-level model for producing vacuum skin packs in small and medium-sized batches. The packs can be designed in such a way, that the end user is able to separate the cardboard backing from the plastic barrier layer and then put it into the paper recycling.

The fully automatic T 300 L traysealer is also a space-saving, entry-level model. The machine can be designed as multi-track and combined with various discharge systems. Thanks to the simple die change, it can quickly be converted for different pack sizes and shapes. All conventional trays from a wide range of materials can be run, as can pre-cut cardboard sheets.

Multivac at the Fachpack 2019: Hall 1, Stand 221

Pioneering mesh designs presented byGKD – Gebr. Kufferath AG at Filtech. Whether for water processing in large industrial plants or continuous vacuum belt filter systems in the environmental and mining industry: At the leading international trade fair for filtration and separation technology, the company once again highlights its integrated solution competence for filter media and process belt solutions in Cologne. With its special mesh structure and seam technology, the Vacubelt filter belt range guarantees efficiency and safety in exacting dewatering processes. In process water filtration with particles larger than 500 μm, the relatively new spiral fabrics produced are also in high demand. Alongside large-format mesh samples, the knowledge of process requirements that the filtration and process belt specialists have gathered over many years makes them sought-after contacts for discussing specific issues and solution models.

In view of the growing global demand for phosphorous, potash, and lithium, expanding extraction capacities and improving production efficiency are critical to the success of the global mining industry. This is where the different belt types of the Vacubelt range, made of polyester monofilaments, are able to make a vital contribution. All Vacubelt filter belts share the core characteristics of robust transverse stability, low crease formation, smooth surface, good cake discharge, and excellent cleaning behavior. What’s more, their improved seam design contributes to greater process reliability. Its minimal opening at the seam means that the extremely flat PAD seam reduces particle penetration. The company further decreases this seam opening by inserting filling threads, thereby further lowering the risk of particle penetration. These filler threads are supplied with the belt and inserted before the clamps are closed. This means that there is no need for the flaps required by other manufacturers. The advantages of the firm seam design are clear: wipers are not stressed by partial raised sections and the seam itself is also subject to less wear.

For dewatering of phosphogypsum, the firm offers three thermally treated single-ply vacuum filter belts specifically designed for particular processes and applications in the form of the belt types Vacubelt 3354, 3356, and 1003. With air permeability of 200 to 350 cfm and mesh apertures of 150 to 340 μm adapted to the respective plants, they guarantee constant high dewatering performance. As such, these belts in widths of up to 4.35 meters and lengths of up to 70 meters fulfill the highest service life and dewatering requirements.

In potash fertilizer production, the Vacubelt 5060 filter belt has proven its worth many times over. With apertures of up to 470 μm and air permeability of 290 cfm, this belt type reliably withstands the high temperatures and corrosive conditions that are typical of this process.

The Vacubelt 2015 filter belt has been the globally established standard in the field of FGDP gypsum dewatering for many years. The small aperture of 50 μm – coupled with air permeability of 55 cfm – justifies its superiority over conventional belts for dewatering the gypsum suspension produced during flue gas desulphurization. Faster dewatering, greater pore density, less tendency to clog, thermal resistance, and very good cleaning properties make the Vacubelt 2015 belt type the vacuum filter belt of choice for both new systems and retrofitting existing power plants.

The same belt type is currently also setting new standards in lithium dewatering in vacuum drum filters.
In cooling lubricant filtration, the robust Vacubelt 3354 filter belt made of polyester wires is a proven alternative to the usual polypropylene products available on the market. This belt type reliably retains swarf and particles abraded from the grinding wheel without the addition of filtration aids, even with thin filter cakes.

In industrial laundries, the spiral fabrics that GKD produces entirely in house are becoming something of an insider tip for process water treatment with particles larger than 500 μm. Thanks to their unusually high performance, this product range, which made its debut at last year’s Filtech, is therefore also recommended for all other filtration processes requiring similar separation performance to washing water treatment in industrial laundries.

GKD at the Filtech 2019: Hall 11.1, Stand G3

Filter solutions provide are an important cornerstone of hygienic production environments, as required in the pharmaceutical and other process industries. Filter solutions often lead a niche existence at other trade fairs; at Filtech it is just the opposite, here they take center stage. As part of the trade fair, which takes place from 22nd to 24th of October 2019, Cologne will once again become the meeting point of the global filtration and separation industry with users from all relevant sectors. The organizer expects more than 400 exhibitors on 14,000 square meters of exhibition space. Filtech continues to grow – also in terms of visitor numbers.

Filtech 2019 conference

An important part of Filtech 2019 will be the well-established conference; once again presenting the latest advances and techniques in the dust, gas and air filtration. The English-language conference is organized in parallel to the exhibition from the 22nd to the 24th of October. Participants benefit from high-level technology and knowledge transfer and get the opportunity to get to know future trends and perspectives. The Filtech 2019 conference presents more than 200 technical papers, a plenary lecture and several keynote lectures by leading experts as well as plenty of opportunities to network with peers.

Lectures and Keynotes

During the three-day conference, a variety of presentations will be held on the following main topics: solid-liquid separation, solid-gas separation, testing / instrumentation / control, simulation and modeling, membrane processes and product-related processes as well as other special topics .

The conference will be opened by the chairman of the Scientific Committee of Filtech, Dr. Ing. Harald Anlauf, Academic Director of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). He will give a plenary lecture on “Centrifugation – Key Technology for solid/liquid/liquid separation”.

Other noteworthy talks include the four planned keynotes, presented by renowned experts from research and industry. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Haep, CEO of the Institute for Energy and Environmental Technology (IUTA), will hold a lecture on “Air Quality Control & Aerosols”. Prof. Dr. Hermann Nirschl, Head of the Department of Process Engineering of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), presents the question “Digitalization of Centrifuges – Helpful or senseless?”. Dr.-Ing. Götz Bickert, director of the Australian company GBL Process Pty, deals with the topic “Dewatering of Concentrates and Tailings – Large Scale Duties in the Mining Industry”. Prof. Dr. Arunangshu Mukhopadhyay of the National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, India, will give a lecture on “Enhancing Filter Media Performance during Industrial Gas Filtration”.

Interested parties can register for participation in the conference on the website of Filtech www.filtech.de be performed. Reduced ticket prices for early bird registrations (early bird) apply until 31st July.