J -T EC CHEMICALS P RO CESS SOLUTIONS F OR THE CHEMICAL INDUSTRY
AB O UT J-T EC WHA T W E D O
J-Tec Material Handling provides material handling and process engineering solutions to leading players in the chemical and food industries all over the world. We design, supply, build and maintain processing systems for powders, pellets and liquids. We deliver single process lines as well as complete turnkey installations. PER SONA L A P PRO A C H
Our strength lies in the personal approach we bring to every project. We don’t offer one-size-fits-all, instead we listen to our customers and use our in-house knowledge, expertise and tools to develop a tailor-made solution for every project. J-Tec is a partner during the entire process: from the conceptual design, to the detailed engineering, procurement and manufacturing, up to installation and commissioning, and even training and maintenance if required. NOT S U P P LI ER- B O U N D
One of the main advantages of working with J-Tec is that we are supplier independent. Every project requires a custom approach. Therefore, vendors are chosen based on the customer’s requirements. This way, we can guarantee the best solution for your tailor-made installation.
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J-Tec focuses on niche markets. This helps us to really understand our customers and enables us to provide them with the most optimal solutions and services throughout the entire process. This strategy has many benefits, such as a higher level of expertise, improved problem solving capacities and a better understanding of our customers’ needs. J -T EC IS P A R T O F K A T O E N N AT I E
Katoen Natie develops tailor-made logistic and engineering solutions for its customers’ products. The combination of engineering, technology, logistics and semi-industrial activities result in strong concepts each time. J-Tec Material Handling is one of Katoen Natie’s independent business units. TUR N- K EY P R OJ E C T E N G I N E E RI N G C A P A BI LI T I E S
Katoen Natie has the experience and staff to offer you the best complete concepts. In cooperation with the business unit “Supply Chain Engineering”, we are able to build entire green field projects.
C HEM ICALS In the exciting world of chemical production and processing, safe and reliable manufacturing is paramount.
Basic requirements include a conceptual design with a healthy OPEX/ CAPEX balance, taking various factors into account such as ergonomics, ATEX/NFPA regulations and accurate sizing and the selection of the most suitable components.
J-TEC’s extensive knowledge of the industry requirements, product characteristics and material handling solutions is based on over 50 years of collaboration and experience with the chemical industry.
SOLUTIONS FOR THE CHEMICAL INDUSTRY
Designing optimal solutions for the chemical industry is not an easy feat! It brings with it all kinds of interesting challenges: extra and vital safety measures, that all-important quality control and an optimal Opex/Capex balance. Specific product properties, such as humidity sensitivity, dust explosion risks, stickiness of products and/or materials, easy fluidisable and haze, to name but a few, make the process even more challenging! For over 50 years, our engineers have been gathering their knowledge and expertise with leading, global players in the chemical industry, and we have built chemical installations and production lines in (challenging) locations all over the world. We are experienced in designing innovative, high-performing, tailor-made solutions for products with the most challenging characteristics. And at J-Tec, we like a challenge! When it comes to chemical handling, we offer truly global engineering solutions for your chemical production and serve as your process partner for handling solids and liquids.
PVC PROCESSING
When it comes to PVC dry blend preparation, LVT or plastisol production, the main thing these batching systems require is flexibility. To keep up with the fast-changing consumer market for PVC-based products, manufacturers must be equally nimble to modify their plants, both in engineering and in production terms. J-Tec assures this capability. Our vast experience in designing and building plastisol, WPC and LVT installations worldwide ensures a state-of-the-art, reliable and long-lasting solution for processing your raw materials, additives and regrinds to homogenous blends.
PLASTIC COMPOUNDING
The prime expectation of engineering plastics processing companies is a consistent high quality of customised grades. This requirement dictates the basics of modern design for new compounding plants. Simple in design but flexible, reliable and highly accurate in performance: these are the key characteristics of J-Tec’s Plastic Compounding solutions for polyolefin compounds such as PP, PA, PC, PPS, SMA, PMMA, etc. Since we are fully independent of OEM manufacturers, J-Tec can select any brand and any type of key process equipment (e.g. extruder, pelletiser, mixer, feeder, ...) you might prefer, and fully integrate all components into a tailor-made plant control system. In addition to designing and building the process equipment, J-Tec is a leading global partner for the construction of entire turn-key, greenfield compounding plants.
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Sustainability is a hot topic! And one that will only gain importance in the years to come. Sustainable chemistry is about lowering your carbon footprint by reducing the environmental impact of processes and products, optimising the use of resources and minimising waste. At J-Tec, we understand the necessity of designing installations that help our customers get ahead with future-proof, sustainable production lines and solutions. We also recognise performance cannot be sacrificed. Our engineers use their expertise to design high-performing solutions whilst protecting the environment at the same time! By making use of high-quality equipment, the newest technologies and by developing solutions for the reintegration of raw materials and waste recycling, we design and build innovative solutions that offer you the best of both worlds: performance and sustainability.
FROM IDEA TO TURN-KEY
Chemical plant design Based on your specifications and budget, our experienced in-house engineers start with the conceptual design for your chemical plant. piping and instrumentation diagrams and 3D designs in virtual reality help transform your wishes into a tangible installation.
Installation and automation We take care of the installation and commissioning. J-Tec can integrate complete automation solutions for chemical plants, including open systems that customers can easily modify themselves.
Customer care Is your new chemical plant up and running? Our partnership doesn’t end there! We provide after sales support to ensure that your production process runs smoothly. You can count on us for machine inspections, maintenance, spare parts, repairs, technical support and more.
TE C HNOL O GY Techniques can vary according to industry, product characteristics, and so on. Our customers’ product expertise combined with J-Tec’s knowhow in technology guarantees the leanest and most efficient product handling during every stage of the production process.
RECEPTION, STORAGE & CONDITIONING
As quality control is crucial for production facilities, we include techniques such as sieving, magnet traps, and metal detection in our validation process by sampling the inbound and outbound products. Product loss is reduced by: °
Optimising the storage solutions (silos, containers, tanks)
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Avoiding product degradation during storage by controlling the atmospheric conditions around the product (drying, heating, cooling)
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Defining the optimal extraction system
Furthermore, J-Tec develops devices for filling bags, (F)IBC, octabins and bulk trucks with a high capacity and minimum of dust and waste creation.
CONVEYING
Every production process consists of different steps, most of which are physically separate from each other. Nevertheless, intermediate products need to be transported with minimum degradation. J-Tec has vast experience in common solutions such as pneumatic transport for solids, pumps for liquids and mechanical transports (screws, vibratory trays, conveyor belts, AGVs, etc). We have a well-equipped test centre at our headquarters with capabilities in over and under pressure systems, both in the dense and dilute phases.
DOSING & WEIGHING
Continuous or batch, volumetric or gravimetric, loss-in-weight or gainin-weight… Accurate dosing for recipe preparation or control weighing for stock management all require different weighing systems. J-Tec is able to guarantee optimal design of the weighing and dosing concept, thanks to our specific expertise in dosing and weighing and our test facilities for trials with liquids and solids.
MIXING & BLENDING
Blending powders with powders, mixing liquids with powders, or liquids with liquids are common activities in the solid and liquid business. Batch size, cleanability of the mixer, energy needed to create a homogeneous mix, continuous or batch, are just a few parameters that determine which mixer best suits a particular application. To ensure the best solution for you, we select the right blender or mixer based on your product expertise combined with our knowhow in the existing technologies and test it extensively in our lab.
AUTOMATION
Smarter manufacturing starts here! J-Tec can integrate complete process automation solutions, as well as adapt or upgrade existing applications. We apply open systems, e.g. with a VPN connection, allowing customers to easily make adjustments, even after commissioning. There are several benefits to automating your production line: -
Increased productivity
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Enhanced product quality, with greater conformity and uniformity
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Fewer manual tasks for a reduction in labour costs
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Improved workplace safety
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