Mepaco’s pumping systems convert traditional batching methods to continuous batching systems by providing low-profile surge with the ability to continuously meter product to downstream processes. As part of a system, the Pump Feeder offers an alternative to other conveying or manual product handling. The low-profile surge allows cookers and mixers to discharge quickly while gently and … Comparing Pump Feeder Applications
Maintenance and Sanitation Benefits of the Mepaco® Pump Feeder Attendees appreciate seeing equipment at trade shows and talking to application engineers to research solutions. Mepaco® had a DP3000 Dumper, and a 3000 K Pump Feeder set up at a past show, and recent inquiries have warranted a video repost of Pump Feeder maintenance features. The … Maintenance and Sanitation Benefits of the Mepaco Pump Feeder
Depending on the application, processes requiring automation often include a Pump Feeder. In limited floor space, a low-profile surge capacity Pump Feeder, that can also be gentle on the product while maintaining metered flow, is vital to the success of any process. Here are some of the application criteria that go into making the correct … How to Select a Pump Feeder
The effects of a vacuum leak can be subtle. The Mepaco equipment may appear to be holding a vacuum, yet a small leak, especially in the feed pump, will affect the performance of the machine. Look for these symptoms: Air bubbles in finished product Reduced product output rate Loss of vacuum in deaeration chamber General … Tech Tip: Troubleshooting Vacuum
It was great to be able to display this customized Pump Feeder at Process Expo – Chicago. This video is one of several in an “Ask the Expert” series that highlights show equipment. In this video, Cory Buchholz does a walk-though of the Pump Feeder which is part of a system display with the DP3000 … Ask the Experts-At Process Expo-the Pump Feeder
Problem A Pet Food Processor needed to increase throughput due to production delays in waiting for grinders feeding directly to blenders. Solution Mepaco engineered a solution that placed surge loaders between the grinder and the blender, allowing the processor to accumulate and stage a full batch of products to be fed into the blender. This … Accumulation Solutions Solves Bottleneck for Pet Food Processor
At the Process Expo, we had a chance to showcase our electrical controls capabilities on the PosiFlo Automatic Chub Loader. In the video, Jason Hicks demonstrates the HMI (Human Machine Interface) capabilities programmed into the pumping system. In the demo, there are monitoring devices that measure and correct product level, pumping pressure, loading efficiencies and … Controls Showcased at Process Expo
The PosiFLo is on display at the Process Expo. A new solution for loading chub machines, the PosiFlo is an automatic chub loader system that can be integrated with most types of chub forming machines. In the video, Tom Hoffmann gives a tour of the features and many benefits of the equipment. It was engineered … A Tour of the New PosiFlo Automatic Chub Feeder
At a recent trade show, here is a video walk-around tour of the Auger Cart on display. Features: 3000 lb. dual screw auger cart with pump discharge Available with single or double screws with optional leveling ribbons Sanitation steps Safety guarding with hinged grating for accessibility Electropolished finish on product contact surfaces Positive displacement pump … A Video Walk-Through of the Auger Cart
Mepaco’s augers and pumping systems eliminate the need for batching by automating product transfers between production processes. The cart highlighted in the photo was customized for a specific bone-in chicken processing application. Due to a stringent plant floor layout, the cart was modified to cover the gear boxes during the product dumping cycle from an … Auger Cart Provides Production Efficiencies for Pet Food Manufacturer
