Vol. 10 - No. 397  
March 24, 2008  
ISSN: 1526-9051  
Copyright 1999-2006  

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Live Video Interviews from PTX South in Charlotte

Charlotte, NC -- We would like to share with you our video interviews taken this past week at the PTX South 2008 Show in Charlotte, North Carolina.

While the show was quite busy, some of you may not have been able to make the show, or it was too far away for you to attend.

We hope you like the video interviews.  Your comments and suggestions are always welcome.

Very Truly Yours,
Joe Taylor
Powder and Bulk Dot Com
jtaylor@powderandbulk.com

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Interview with Brian Sirak of Kason Corp.

The Kason Centri-Sifter® is a versatile, high capacity, compact and economical centrifugal sifter used for screening a wide variety of powders or granular materials.

 

Interview with Jeff DeNigris of Malvern Instruments

Malvern Insitec systems are designed from the outset for industrial use.  Solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in gas or liquid stream can be measured, 0.1 - 1000µm.

 

Interview with Peter Lorenz of Lorenz

Lorenz is Canada's leading manufacturer of couplings, tube and pipe bends, fittings, diverter valves, slide gates, cyclones and custom fabricated accessories, for the pneumatic conveying and vacuum systems.

 

Interview with Keith Simpson of Spiroflow

At Spiroflow, we design, manufacture, install and commission conveying, weighing, blending, bulk bag (FIBC) filling and discharge equipment and systems for dry bulk solids, ingredients and powder handling.

 

Interview with Vince Horton of Tank Connection

We are the industry leader in bolted storage tanks, field-weld silos, shop-weld tanks, hybrid storage and integrated storage systems.

 

Interview with Rich Evangelista of Bunting

Bunting Magnetics offers a broad line of magnetic metal separators designed for specific applications and industries. Our magnetic metal separators and metal detectors protect the quality of your products.

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Interview with Russ Barragree of Vortex Valves

Salina Vortex supplies material handling valves to a global network companies and process engineering firms. Throughout the world, you can find Vortex Valves handling the world’s dry bulk solids.

 

Interview with Jack Paddock of AC Crushers

Atlantic Coast Crushers manufacture crushers, lumpbreakers, lump breakers, pulverizers, granulators, comminutors and other size reduction machinery for the pharmaceutical, chemical and recycling industries.

 

Interview with Ben Samuel of Vac-U-Max

A pioneer in vacuum pneumatic conveying, VAC-U-MAX specializes in the design and manufacture of pneumatic systems and support equipment for the conveying, weighing and batching of dry materials.

 

Interview with Rob Ward of Russell Finex

We are worldwide leaders in fine mesh separation technology, designing and manufacturing vibratory sieves, separators and filters for use throughout the processing industries.

 

Interview with James Mothersbaugh of Young Industries

Young Industries personnel are experienced in providing solutions to customer problems in pneumatic conveying, mixing, blending and size reduction.

 

Interview with Jack Datema of NBE

National Bulk Equipment excels at integrating the proper material handling equipment that optimizes your system, unlocking the hidden potential in your operation.

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Interview with Mike Seager of QComp

At QComp Technologies, we've gained a reputation for providing innovative automation solutions for the manufacturing process. Serving the metals, paper, food, converting and printing industries.

 

Interview with Tom Kavadas of KWS

KWS Manufacturing Company is the leader in the design and manufacture of screw conveyors, bucket elevators, drag conveyors and feeding equipment for the bulk material handling industry.

 

Interview with Ken Atkinson from Fortress Tech.

Fortress Technology Inc. is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and sales of industrial metal detector systems.

 

Interview with Joe Left of DCL

DCL was developed to provide full dust control loading systems as well as partial components to the bulk material handling industry.

 

Interview with Kevin Rich of Cablevey

Cablevey conveyors gently move thru an enclosed tube without the use of air.  Systems can convey up to 1,500 cu. ft per hour.

 

Interview with Delmar Schmidt of Melfi

Melfi Technologies Inc. has extensive expertise in plant automation and process control, including material and package handling, gravimetric and volumetric feed systems.

More Video Interviews...

This is just a part of our video interviews, to see the complete set of videos interviews that were taken in Charlotte, please visit our online Video Center, Trade Shows and Events Channel.

Here is the link:
http://www.powderandbulk.com/videos/channel_detail.php?chid=15

Thanks to everyone who took the time to speak with us at the show.  We hope to see all of you soon at the PTXi International Show in Chicago!

Joe Taylor

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Diana and I had a great time at the show this past week.  Have a look at the videos we made, just for your viewing pleasure.

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