Available System Configurations
Conebox filling systems support manual through automated powder charging, with current published capacity information extending from 100 L to 3500 L. Filling configurations can include dust extraction, sieving, magnetic separation, weighing and automated formulation.
2. IBC Blending
The Cone Valve IBC can be integrated with blending systems for batch-based powder mixing and formulation.
3. IBC Discharge
The Cone Valve provides controlled discharge from the IBC into downstream processing, weighing, dosing, conveying or packing equipment.
4. Automated Weighing & Dosing
The system can be configured with load-cell weighing and automated dosing for batch formulation and process control.
5. Cleaning
Depending on the application, IBCs can be configured for dry cleaning, wet cleaning, WIP or CIP systems.
6. Automation & Integration
Automation options can include:
• PLC control
• Recipe management
• IBC identification
• Barcode tracking
• Weighing
• Dosing
• SCADA integration
• MES integration
• Automated material handling
Engineering Parameters Required for System Selection
For accurate Cone Valve IBC sizing and configuration, Conebox engineers should evaluate:
Process Parameter | Required Information |
|---|---|
Product | Powder / granule name |
Bulk Density | kg/m³ |
Particle Size | μm / mm |
Moisture Content | % |
Flowability | Free-flowing / cohesive / difficult |
Cohesiveness | Low / medium / high |
Batch Size | kg / batch |
Required Throughput | kg/h |
IBC Capacity | L |
Filling Method | Manual / automatic |
Discharge Method | Manual / controlled / automatic |
Required Accuracy | ± % / g |
Product Temperature | °C |
Operating Environment | Standard / cleanroom / hazardous |
Containment Requirement | Standard / high containment |
Cleaning Method | Dry / wet / WIP / CIP |
Automation | Manual / semi-auto / fully automatic |
Regulatory Requirement | GMP / ATEX / food-grade / other |
