Blog / Custom Fan Installation for Scrap System
21 October 2024
integratedAIR was approached by a prominent beverage
packaging manufacturer in Africa, which required a significant upgrade to its
existing scrap extraction system. The company’s can-end manufacturing facility
faced challenges due to the placement of critical fans on a mezzanine in the
baler area. This area was congested and difficult to access, reducing the
operating capacity and maintenance access to the fans. integratedAIR was tasked
with providing a solution to improve airflow and accessibility by relocating
and upgrading the scrap extraction system.
The client needed new fans to replace the old ones, which
were located in a congested baler area. These fans had to be installed outside
the existing space to improve access and reduce congestion. The fans would
eventually be housed in a new room, and integratedAIR recommended that this
space be sheltered from direct sunlight for optimal fan performance and
longevity.
The project involved a complete mechanical
installation, plus all logistics. It began with a pre-visit from an
integratedAIR engineer to conduct a Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) test on the
existing fans, ensuring a smooth transition. integratedAIR designed and
supplied a complete scrap extraction system with custom-built conveying
pipework, heavy-duty scrap chopping fans, and key mechanical components to elevate
the system's durability and efficiency
integratedAIR provided a complete set of purpose-designed
conveying pipework to improve airflow throughout the system. To maximise
performance, the pipework was fully welded with a perfectly smooth internal
finish. Pull-ring connectors with u-shaped seals secured by two fasteners were
employed to ensure precise alignment, effective sealing, and reduced
installation time. This also simplified any necessary future access for maintenance.
Four heavy-duty scrap chopping and conveying fans were supplied with IE3 electric motors, v-belt drive sets, drive guards, and chassis. These fans were put in place to handle the rigours of the manufacturing environment while maintaining high performance and integrity within the system. integratedAIR also provided fan isolators, floor stands, fan inlet and outlet transformations, and diverter valve support stands to complete the system. Additionally, the project included the installation of pneumatics to extend compressed air to the valves and cargo packing for export and shipping.
The newly installed system greatly improved the facility’s
scrap extraction capabilities and resolved the issue of maintenance
accessibility. By moving the fans to an external area, integratedAIR helped to
reduce congestion in the baler zone, streamlining the client’s production
process. The client’s investment in this upgrade has optimised the plant’s
workflow and future-proofed the operation for continued growth.
This project highlights integratedAIR’s ability to provide
customised, high-performance solutions that address current operational needs
and future growth potential. If your facility faces similar challenges with
outdated or inefficient scrap extraction systems, integratedAIR has the
expertise and resources to deliver a solution tailored to your needs. Click here to contact us
concerning custom-made integrated scrap systems for your business.
