Contact detection system for rotary valves
Prevent product contamination and equipment damage with instant contact detection, essential for processes involving precise rotor and valve interactions.
The RotaSafe Detection System from RotaVal is designed to protect rotary valves by instantly detecting any contact between the rotor and valve housing. This system is crucial in industries where prevention of product contamination and equipment failure is imperative, such as food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. RotaSafe works by continuously monitoring valve clearances, effectively isolating power when contact is detected, thereby safeguarding the production line from metal-to-metal contamination. Its applications span across manufacturing processes like dairy, infant nutrition, chemicals, and fertilizers, helping in the production of items ranging from milk powder and chocolate bars to synthetic fertilizers and polyethylene sheets.
The system integrates seamlessly into existing lines with options for panel mounting or stand-alone configurations, allowing easy retrofitting into current setups. Its robust control module minimizes nuisance tripping, ensuring smooth operation even in high-speed and automated environments. Certified as a ‘Simple Apparatus’ by Baseefa according to EN60079-11.2012 standards, RotaSafe is an essential component for maintaining compliance in ATEX-certified systems. Its durable construction favors longevity and reliability, making it an indispensable tool in facilities aiming to enhance operational safety and equipment lifespan.
Benefits
- Safeguards product integrity by preventing contamination from metal contact.
- Extends equipment life by protecting against serious rotor and valve damage.
- Supports compliance with ATEX safety standards, maintaining certification validity.
- Minimizes production interruptions with nuisance trip prevention in control systems.
- Easily integrates into existing production lines with retrofit-friendly design.
- Applications
- Vitamins,Steel,Continuous manufacturing,Bakery,Animal and aqua feed,Water treatment,Flue gas treatment,Lime and gypsum,Minerals,Plastics and coatings,Catalysts,Battery production,Dairy,Food,Chemicals,Fine chemicals,Noodles and rice,Glass,Beverages and coffee,Crop protection and fertilizers,Biscuit and snacks,Cereals and cereal bars,Textured vegetable proteins,Salt and seasoning,Infant nutrition,Pet food,Paint and dyes,Flavours and fragrances,Pharmaceuticals,Beverages,Detergents and soaps,Chocolate and confectionary,Api manufacturing,Heavy industry,Construction chemicals,Cement and fly ash,Flour,Superabsorbants
- End products
- Biscuits,Flavored snacks,Infant formula,Lime powder,Cheese,Rolled steel,Lithium-ion batteries,Flue gas filtration systems,Potato chips,Precious metal catalysts,Jasmine rice,Laundry detergent,Active pharmaceutical ingredients,Insecticides,Pharmaceutical tablets,Silica-based chemicals,Protein seasoning blends,Cement mix,Iodized salt,Tvp chunks,Yogurt,Polyethylene sheets,Fruit fragrances,Fly ash blocks,Cornflakes,Pasta,Colored dyes,Construction sealants,Acrylic paint,Gypsum boards,Milk powder,Superabsorbent polymers,Granola,Treated drinking water,Dry pet kibble,Confectionery candies,Liquid soap,Muesli base flakes,Bread loaves,Chocolate bars,Crackers,Fish feed pellets,Synthetic fertilizers,Vitamin capsules,Glass bottles
- Steps before
- Material Handling,Raw Material Preparation,Quality Inspection,Ingredient Blending,Initial Conveying
- Steps after
- Quality Control,Product Storage,Packaging,Distribution,Maintenance Check
- Input ingredients
- Output ingredients
- Contact Detection
- Instant
- Power Isolation
- Signal to panel
- ATEX Certification
- Validated by Baseefa
- Installation Type
- Panel or stand-alone
- Retrofit Capability
- Yes
- Contact Detection
- Instant
- Automation level
- Automated Signal to Panel
- Protection Mechanism
- Rotor Contact Isolation
- Panel Integration
- Control Module
- Retrofitting Capability
- Existing Rotary Valves
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- ATEX certification
- Yes
- Validated as ‘Simple Apparatus’
- Baseefa,clause 5.7 of EN60079-11.2012
- Control panel type
- Panel-mounted / Stand-alone
- Control panel type
- Panel mounting or stand-alone
- Integration possibilities
- Signal to panel for power isolation
- Market info
- Gericke is known for engineering and manufacturing innovative powder processing equipment, including mixing, feeding, and conveying solutions, catering to various industries. Renowned for their quality and expertise in bulk material handling, they provide tailored solutions to optimize production processes.