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DEM
Solutions Releases EDEM 2.1
 Edinburgh,
Scotland -- DEM Solutions, world leader in discrete element
modeling (DEM) software and services, today announces the
release of EDEM 2.1, the latest version of the multi-purpose
modeling software used to simulate and optimize bulk
material handling and processing operations.
EDEM 2.1 includes many
cutting-edge features developed in collaboration with
customers in the bulk handling, mining & construction,
pharmaceutical, chemical and agricultural sectors, which
allow users to perform more sophisticated particle
simulations.
EDEM 2.1 is supplied with many
new integrated contact models and the flexibility to
customize your own advanced physics and particle properties.
Existing EDEM users will notice an improved user interface,
an optimized Fluid Dynamics Coupling Module for FLUENT, a
new Dynamics Coupling option, and a host of other
enhancements.
“EDEM 2.1 recognizes the need for
an advanced feature set to support the innovative
simulations being carried out by EDEM users in almost every
industry sector and engineering discipline” comments John
Favier, CEO of DEM Solutions. “DEM Solutions is committed to
ongoing development of this leading-edge technology and will
continue to prototype exciting new features with the
companies in our user community, while remaining committed
to providing reliable, efficient, easy-to-use software, and
responsive customer support.”
Click here to watch DEM Solutions videos
To coincide with the release of
the new version of EDEM, we will be running several EDEM 2.1
webinars for users, where a member of the DEM Solutions team
will guide you through the features of EDEM 2.1 and help you
get the most out of the latest version. The webinars are
scheduled for the 9th and 10th of December – please email
ruppel.joshi@dem-solutions.com to register.
Web sites:
http://www.dem-solutions.com/
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Cement : The New Haver
Roto-Classic Packer
 Oelde,
Germany -- The newest development at Haver & Boecker is the
Roto Classic®, a packing machine for cement. This new system
was introduced to cement industry customers and sales reps
from all over the world during the Haver Technology Days in
mid October.
The
Roto Classic includes proven Haver technology as standard
features, e.g. the vertical turbine system and the
electronic weighing system. What’s new is its high grade of
flexibility and reliability provided by the Roto Classic’s
modular design. Each filling module in itself can be viewed
as a fully functional single-spout machine that can be
optionally expanded as needed with various equipment. When
removing a module, for example for the purpose of
maintenance work, packing with the remaining modules can
continue without any problem.
This
new packing machine is compact and easy to maintain. With
just a few motions of the hand, the main spare parts are
easily and quickly replaced. The time for some maintenance
work can be reduced considerably, for example exchanging the
air ventilation jets is done with 70% less time. Its compact
design in general also reduces needed space.
Moreover, the Roto Classic is exceptionally operator
friendly. The controls such as fine throttle blocks and
switching elements are directly and easily accessible. They
are placed at eye-level in full view of the machine
operator. The simplified appearance facilitates orientation
and makes the machine easy to understand.
In
addition to its high packing speed of over 5000 bags per
hour, Haver technology assures clean packing operation –
also when not using bag sealing systems. Reduced dust
production and minimized energy consumption are additional
advantages offered by the Roto Classic. Compared to other
conventional systems, depending on the machine design,
approximately 10 to 15% less energy is needed.
Web
site:
http://www.haverboecker.de/
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Schenck IntraBulk Receives up to
500 TPH
 The
Schenck Process IntraBulk is a high speed above ground bulk
intake system designed to receive materials from trucks and
then feeding those materials into process systems at rates
up to 500 tons per hour.
As
an intake device the IntraBulk operates as a wide belt apron
feeder. Typically a belt width of 9 ft is used to unload
materials from road tipping trucks or front end loaders in
lump sizes up to 6 inches and bulk densities of 156 lb/ft³
or less. This makes the system ideal for handling a broad
range of materials including coal, limestone, gypsum,
clinker, iron ore, sewage sludge, grain, and clay. With no
risk of material bridging, the IntraBulk can be used as a
buffer store as well as providing regular feed.
Installing the IntraBulk above
ground provides worker safety, lower cost, and a simpler
means of reducing dust and odors. Without ground excavations
you eliminate the risks associated with employees working
below ground along with the need for expensive civil
engineering. Dust and odors are also much easier to remove
with above ground dust collection and ventilation systems.
Construction of the IntraBulk
consists of rolled hollow sections and a steel plate
designed in a modular configuration, which simplifies
transportation and assembly. The IntraBulk can be delivered
to your site completely assembled and fully tested making it
ready for positioning on a local foundation. Systems can be
up and running within hours of delivery.
Schenck Process is a
worldwide manufacturer of belt scales, mass flow meters,
weighfeeders, volumetric and gravimetric feeders, bulk bag
discharging systems, fiberglass feeders, controls, and
weighing systems for the steel, cement, aggregate, and
gypsum industries.
Schenck Process can be
contacted at 973-882-4650 or visit the web site at
http://www.schenckamericas.com/.
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CEMA : 2008 Semi-Annual Press Release
 NAPLES,
FLORIDA -- The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers
Association (CEMA) reports that overall industry billed
sales (shipments) for the first 6 months of 2008
decreased 3.3% compared to the same period in 2007, with
total shipments of $3.89 billion. CEMA estimates
industry orders (bookings) of $3.87 billion in the same
period.
In the Bulk Conveying area,
Bulk Systems shipments were up significantly.
Furthermore, bulk Accessories bookings were up 18% and
shipments up 15%. Screw Conveyor shipments were up 3%.
Unit Handling orders were down 9% and shipments were
down 10%. CEMA tracks new orders and shipped sales
volume in seven classes of unit handling equipment and
five classes of bulk handling equipment.
The executives representing
CEMA member companies who attended the Fall Meeting were
pleased with the 2008 results to date but expressed
concern over the next 12-18 months. CEMA President, Dan
Fannin announced the results at the Association’s Fall
Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.
Founded in 1933, CEMA is the
trade association of leading North American conveyor
equipment manufacturers and engineering firms.
CEMA also makes available to
member and nonmember companies, safety labels for all
types of conveyor equipment as well as useful technical
information and manuals. For example,
Web site:
http://www.cemanet.org/
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