Among health food aficionados, one of the latest trends is cold-pressed oil. In keeping with the “back to basics” mindset that drives much of today’s healthy eating, cold pressed oil harkens back to the days when farm animals were used to turn giant stone wheels used to grind seeds, nuts, and fruits. The idea is…
Today’s manufacturers are discovering that mobile, digitally connected partnerships make good business sense. Vendors that can support clients around the clock save clients time and money by being able to solve issues remotely. Still, many manufacturers have not embraced modern communication and collaboration tools. At Anderson, we continuously engage with our clients using up-to-date applications…
Machine operators are amazing. Like magicians, they can make something out of nothing, with super tight tolerances no greater than a fraction of a human hair. They understand math, chemistry, and mechanics. They instinctively know how to adjust and tweak the machines when necessary to make sure the product is made exactly as specified.…
Managing the machinery, the process, and the product is not a strategic priority for most manufacturers of processing equipment. But it should be. Clients today need more than just a manufacturer of processing equipment; they need the right processing partner that understands the intricate details and nuances of the entire processing system. Processing experts should…
Oilseed processing is a tremendously competitive industry, and as we talk with our clients around the globe, we’re learning what keeps plant owners, engineers, and managers up at night. Consistently during our meetings, we hear questions like: How can we improve inefficiencies in our process and cut energy costs? How can we improve the quality…
It’s amazing the number of different processing systems we’ve encountered and built over the years, each designed with specific goals for process efficiency and quality of the end products. When assessing established oilseed processing operations, we often find processors have purchased machines from several different manufacturers to perform distinct functions. Today’s manufacturers are highly focused…
Some of the most common problems we encounter during site visits to oilseed extraction plants around the world relate directly to improper press settings. Since screw-type expeller presses rely on friction and continuous pressure to extract oil, variables affecting these forces need to be monitored and adjusted over time to maximize production and minimize waste.…
Whether purchasing equipment for an existing rubber finishing line or engineering a new line from the ground up, no two applications, processes, or facilities are alike. It’s enticing to consider combining processes in one machine, like the dewatering and drying phases of processing synthetic rubber crumb. After all, buying one piece of equipment sounds…
Often when we’re out visiting clients who operate polymer finishing lines, we’ll ask, “What keeps you up at night?” And the number one response, whether it’s from a facility manager, engineer, maintenance person, or an operator, is always, “Downtime.” It’s no wonder downtime is on the minds of people responsible for rubber manufacturing line…
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