The poultry industry is a challenging one for suppliers of automation components because of the harsh environment, with extremes of temperature and the caustic chemicals used in the washdown process. TSI Solutions represents a number of suppliers which offer stainless steel bodies, chemical resistant coatings, and special high and low temperature seals and grease to stand up to the toughest conditions.
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PHD IP67 Electric Slide for Marking Carcasses
This electric slide is used in a 34°F freezer area of the meat plant. The competitor’s unit would only last about 6 months. The competitor used an aluminum slide which would corrode and a magnetically coupled device which would uncouple in the extreme cold. The PHD unit is constructed of stainless steel and food grade components, including the bearings and belt. The slide is designed for high-speed actuation for the food industry, caustic wash-down environment. It is suitable for horizontal or vertical applications.
PHD Model ML# 310393
Application: Kicker slide for conveyor subject to washdown
Solution: Corrosion Resistant Compact Heavy Duty Slide
PHD Model ML# 307246
OEM: Triangle Packaging Machines
Problem: The OEM-supplied rotaries lasted approx. 2 months and it takes 15-20 minutes toreplace the units. When they don’t function properly product getsdropped on the floor and has to be thrown away. PHD unit tested for 18 months and has not had a failure.
Solution: PHD PET Corrosion Resistant Rotary Actuator
PHD Model ML# 309208
