Poeth turn-key project for VTTI Bio-Energy

Poeth specialises in high-quality machines and production lines for processing a broad range of dry materials. We develop, produce, and install all our machines and carry out all our projects with our own staff, allowing us to provide flexible and affordable tailor-made solutions for our clients. First established in 1921, we have acquired a rich store of knowledge and experience in the agricultural and industrial sectors, and we are now a leading player in production processes for the feed, food, brewery, and bulk industrial sectors. Industries Poeth develops, produces, erects and commissions, sophisticated machinery and production lines for various processes in solids handling. Our knowledge and experience is mainly based on agri-industrial processes, since 1921. Applications of Poeth machinery and process experience are found in food processing as well as f.i. in recycling of bio-mass. An important product is an extensive program of industrial dust-filters. Products Technological Solutions for Solids Processing: Our product range includes high-quality technology and service solutions for the handling, conveying and processing in different industries. We consult and support our clients during decisions on important investments with knowhow and experience. With our advanced filter program we help you to solve emission problems. Experience is available for a wide range of dusty products.

For two days, Solids Rotterdam is the network and knowledge platform for all professionals from the Dutch process industry. During the event, companies will present the latest innovations and developments to the industry professionals who are involved in the processing and transport of bulk goods. The exhibitors show you separators, filters, dosing and measuring equipment, drying equipment, bulk packaging and machine construction. In addition, Solids Rotterdam also offers you a free knowledge program with several presentations, in which the latest trends & developments in the field of sustainability, safety & machinery will be discussed.

Poeth builds a seed mixing line with a capacity of 60 m³/hour for Joordens Zaden. John Smolenaars, general manager Joordens, says: ”A few years ago we contacted several companies to think about a new high capacity mixing line. Already 45 years ago Poeth built our first mixing line, so the company is not unknown to us. Poeth quickly came up with a well thought-out concept and quickly understood what the idea was. They already work regularly for various seed producers and were already familiar with important principles. Poeth Solids Processing managed to make it fit with the limited available height and footprint. Engineering and production in-house ”Furthermore, we already knew that when Poeth gets the order you are going to build this project together and also be really involved in essential details without constantly being confronted with additional work. I think this is where Poeth distinguishes itself from many other companies, who find it difficult to

Through these custom-made double-shaft continuous mixers, intensely coloured fruit, vegetables and plants are homogenised into high-quality colour solutions, so that it can be easily pumped in the following production step. Extra attention has been paid to hygiene so that cleaning can be carried out optimally and easily. Special hygienic pumps are provided at the outlet of the mixers. The mixing process was extensively tested on site beforehand, as no experience existed from the past whether the principle was feasible for this application. Labelling The colour solutions are completely natural and 100% plant-based. They are suitable for vegetarian, vegan, kosher and halal diets. The food colourings meet modern consumer demands for transparent and clear labelling. The mixers are equipped with four CIP spray balls for cleaning. The ingredients are used for a wide range of foods and beverages, including applications for sweets, snacks, baked goods, dairy and savoury products.

Easy clean hammer mill, pneumatic transport, metal detector and high care big-bag filling The Netherlands is a major global player in the production and processing of vegetable proteins. Intensive cooperation between us and our customers creates the most innovative solutions with attention to every detail, resulting in minimal cleaning time. This enables rapid recipe changes without unnecessary production downtime and cleaning costs. The system includes : - easy clean hammer mill - pneumatic transport - extra compact (low height) receiver - metal detector - high care big-bag filling It is possible to test the hammer mill on site in Tegelen. Through various configurations, the possibilities can be viewed. Once the right system configuration has been defined, scale-up to the final production system is performed. Reliable and informative test data form the basis.

Bends in a pneumatic conveyor system for manganese powders wore out every 3-4 weeks. Endurance tests with the slow Z-conveyor have shown that this is a viable solution. In the past, fine manganese powders were often transported using pneumatic conveyors. However, even at low speeds (dense phase conveying) the wear on the bends was considerable. The bends had to be replaced every 3-4 weeks. For this reason, the slow Z-Conveyor transport (0.2-0.4 m/s) has been chosen for a new line. In order not to run unnecessary risks, extensive endurance tests were carried out in advance on the Poeth test installation. The test installation can be run in a ”closed-loop”, so that endurance tests can be carried out relatively easily. Further advantages: - the conveyor can be equipped with multiple inlets and multiple outlets - affordable spare parts - very suitable for Atex applications, where no additional long-term facilities are required.

Poeth Solids Processing developed a mixer to fit a low space. A three metre long bottom valve ensures 100% residue free discharge. For one of our long-term customers who specialises in baking raw materials, Poeth custom-made a 4 m3 single-shaft agitator. The company had an old belt mixer, but it no longer met current requirements such as residue-free, mixing accuracy and mixing time. The new mixer had to fit into the existing space. All single-axis paddle mixers available on the market were rejected. Poeth Solids Processing was asked to look for a solution and developed a bespoke mixer specifically for this application. The use of a 3 metre long bottom valve ensures 100% residue free discharge. This bottom valve is placed along the entire length of the trough, from end plate to end plate. No edges where the product can remain after the batch has been discharged. Together with the customer, the system was extensively tested for issues such as tightness, homogeneity and mixing time. After this successful FAT test, the entire mixing system will be assembled on site in a few weeks. We