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Terminal Block

The Wago terminal block has lever technology, allowing easy wiring for cross-sections from 26 to 14 AWG. Capable of being connected vertically or horizontally to a PCB, the 2601 Series tool-free terminal block has a pin spacing of 3.5 mm. Pushin cage clamp technology allows connecting solid and fine-stranded conductors by simply pushing them into the block. Levers ensure the contact point is secure.

Wago | wago.com

s OPTICAL SORTER

Used for fresh market potatoes or whole potatoes prior to processing, the Key Technology optical sorter features a 64-bit operating system and cameras that identify smaller, harder-to-detect defects. The Herbert Oculus sorter conveys potatoes over a series of rollers to present a 360-degree view of each tuber to the digital infrared color cameras. Available in multiple sizes for capacities up to 88,000 lb/hr of product, the sorter recognizes size, shape, color, and texture, and removes a range of color defects, diseases, and surface abnormalities, including skin discoloration, green and dark colors, bruising, mechanical damage, blackleg, and silver scurf.

Key Technology | key.net

MULTI-SHAFT MIXER

Customized for shear-sensitive applications with low to medium viscosity, the Ross multi-shaft mixer features a two-wing anchor agitator with Teflon scrapers and two medium-speed agitators, each fit with five rows of threeblade pitched turbines and driven independently by explosion-proof inverter-duty motors. The Model CDA-200 mixer has two portable stainless-steel mixing vessels and transport covers for semi-continuous operation, a 4-gal charging hopper for introducing ingredients to the batch, and a thermoprobe for accurate temperature readings.

Charles Ross & Son mixers.com

Dismountable Airlock

The Schenck dismountable airlock is intended for applications where dry raw or finished products are handled in the process and inspection or system cleanout is required. USDA Dairy certified, the Global Hygienic blow-through airlock incorporates seals and product contact surfaces that meet food safety requirements. It has a 32 Ra surface finish on all wetted and primary food contact surfaces, and a casting exterior surface free of pits and porosity. The endplates provide access to the seal area for cleaning or seal replacement.

Schenck Process | schenckprocess.com

Valve Indication Unit

Enabling 360-degree LED visual status indication, the Alfa Laval valve indication unit also provides automation, digitalization, and real-time communication, as well as control room monitoring of the real-time status of Alfa Laval hygienic valves. The ThinkTop V20 hygienic unit is commissioned by installing, activating, and deactivating it. Sensors automatically recognize the valve type and size, calibrate and record valve opening and closing distances, and complete setup without manual interaction. Using the point-to-point IO-Link communication protocol allows the connection of the sensors to automation systems.

Alfa Laval | alfalaval.us

Simulation Software

Mitsubishi Electric Automation simulator software allows users to visualize the design and construction of manufacturing projects as they introduce new automation components to their facility. Melsoft Gemini 3D simulator software operates using a PC-based 3D digital space and connects directly to factory devices to test and debug the automation logic for machines and systems, and to check the operation of the planned production facility prior to construction. As projects advance into operation and maintenance phases, users can identify the causes of abnormal occurrences in the production line using logged data to review the error event on the synchronized 3D model, PLC sequence monitor, waveform display, and/or video data.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation | mitsubishielectric.com

Fume Hood

Compact in size, the Hemco fume hood is equipped with a vector-slotted rear ba e system. The UniFlow CE AireStream full-duty laboratory fume hood is o ered in 30-, 36-, 48-, and 72-in. widths and is constructed totally of composite resin for chemical resistance. Available with or without an exhaust blower in standard or explosion-proof models, it can be equipped with a variety of accessories to meet specific process needs.

Hemco | hemcocorp.com