Anyone who uses liquid raw materials in production knows the problem: up to 10-15% of the liquids often remain in the intermediate bulk containers (IBCs). This wastes valuable resources and causes unnecessary costs. However, it is possible to empty the IBCs completely. Thanks to the tipping device of the Höfelmeyer IBC scale, every drop flows into your production.
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IBC weighing system: weighing, residue emptying and storage space in one
Liquid media in production are stored in IBCs and are filled directly from the containers. Our IBC system is a true all-rounder and integrates perfectly into your production. It weighs the containers, displays fill levels, controls the dosing of media, optimises the complete removal of liquids and provides additional space for the temporary storage of further containers. You simply place the IBCs on the weighing system using lifting scales or forklift trucks.
All the facts at a glance
Complete residual emptying of the IBC
The tilting mechanism of the weighing system enables the IBC to be emptied completely. This allows you to utilise the entire contents of the container - even with highly viscous liquids. This conserves resources and reduces the cost of procuring raw materials.
Easy process integration
The IBC scale can be combined with different weighing terminals and is therefore intuitive and easy to operate. Weights can be transferred directly to your systems via a variety of communication interfaces.
Process optimisation through storage area
An additional storage area for further IBCs is located underneath the structure. This reduces the time needed to change containers, shortens production times and has a positive effect on the efficiency of your production process.
Controlled dispensing
Depending on your requirements, automatically controlled or manual removal of the liquids is possible. Once a certain weight has been reached, the gas struts automatically tilt the IBC to maximise the removal of raw materials.
Increased work safety
Tilting by means of the built-in gas pressure springs reduces the risk of accidents as it makes manual tilting of the containers superfluous.
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Utilise every drop of your IBCs with our filling station
Do you have any questions about our IBC system? I will be happy to answer them.
Jan Haferland
Strategic product & business
development manager
Phone: +49 5401 4977 34
Mobile: +49 179 2933562
j.haferland(at)hoefelmeyer.de
The added value of the IBC weighing system
When designing the IBC weighing system, we focussed on maximum customer benefit. It allows the entire contents of the containers to be utilised and offers a wide range of applications thanks to the different variants. A special highlight: there are storage areas for additional IBCs underneath the frame. This enables optimum utilisation of space, quick container changes and minimises production downtime.
Further advantages:
Maximum resource utilisation
Never waste resources again. The tipping device enables the liquid raw materials in your IBCs to be emptied completely. This reduces costs and benefits the environment.
Fill levels at a glance
By using the IBC weighing system, the current fill level of the containers is available at all times and enables forward-looking production planning.
Easy removal
Viscous raw materials require more time to be removed from the containers. The inclined position of the IBC optimises the removal of liquids and thus optimises the processes in your production.
Wide range of variants
The different variations of the IBC weigher allow easy integration into your production facility. You can also decide whether the liquids should be removed manually or automatically.
Complete integration
Regardless of whether you use Ethernet, Profibus or Profinet in your company, the IBC scale can be fully integrated into your systems thanks to its wide range of interfaces.
Safe handling
The IBC scale combines resource conservation with work safety and ergonomics. The design of the automatic tilting system eliminates the need for manual operations to empty the IBCs.
Hygienic design
Where food, medicines, cosmetics or chemical substances are processed, good cleanability is essential. That is why we have designed our IBC weighing system primarily in accordance with the requirements of hygienic design.
Resource-saving production with Höfelmeyer
To help you optimise the use of resources in your production, we not only provide modern weighing technology but also comprehensive advice tailored to your production. We adapt our scales to your production with millimetre precision, take care of process integration and staff training and ensure that you integrate efficient and sustainable production processes. Once the technical configuration has been finalised, we are available to answer any questions, extensions, maintenance or other services you may have.
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FAQ
The design of the IBC scale ensures that the containers stand securely on the weighing platform. Edges on the weighing platform prevent the tanks from sliding down when the device is tilted. The tilting mechanism enables the IBC to be emptied completely and prevents accidents at the workplace due to improper tilting by personnel.
The IBC weighing system is designed to provide accurate values. Nevertheless, environmental conditions such as vibrations, strong draughts and temperature fluctuations in production affect the accuracy of the scale. Connected hoses, pumps or residues on the weighing platform also have an effect on the measurement result.