Conveying controller for dense phase conveying

Streamline your dense phase conveying operations with precise control and minimal air consumption, ensuring efficient material transport and reduced downtime in your production line.

The Conveying Controller STP 61 from Gericke is a sophisticated control unit specifically engineered for managing dense phase pneumatic conveying systems. Known for its intuitive operation, the STP 61 features a color touch screen display with graphical interface, facilitating seamless control over conveying processes. It offers both automatic and manual modes, adaptable to diverse operational needs. Integrating effortlessly within a PLC environment, the STP 61 enables remote diagnostics via web interface, enhancing maintenance efficiency and reducing downtime.

With a focus on energy efficiency, the controller helps minimize air consumption, crucial for industries looking to optimize operational costs. Its robust design in a stainless steel cabinet ensures enhanced durability and corrosion resistance, suitable for food, pharmaceutical, chemical, and heavy industry applications. Supporting Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus, and Profinet communication protocols, the STP 61 controller is built for flexibility and scalability in complex production settings.

Capable of handling materials such as powders and granules, it finds extensive applications across varied sectors—from processing cornflakes and milk powder to handling active pharmaceutical ingredients and construction materials. The STP 61 ensures rapid startup post-installation and is a turnkey solution ready to streamline your manufacturing processes with reliability and precision.

Benefits

  • Streamlines operational efficiency with flexible control modes reducing commissioning time.
  • Enhances production reliability with remote diagnostics, minimizing maintenance interruptions.
  • Optimizes energy usage by reducing air consumption, lowering operational costs.
  • Integrates seamlessly within existing systems via multiple communication protocols.
  • Durable stainless steel design ensures longevity and resilience in harsh industrial environments.
Applications
Lime,Vitamins,Steel,Water treatment,Flue gas treatment,Minerals,Catalysts,Battery production,Dairy,Cement,Food,Chemicals,Dyes,Fine chemicals,Glass,Beverages and coffee,Fly ash,Biscuit and snacks,Aqua feed,Crop protection,Animal feed,Salt and seasoning,Infant nutrition,Pet food,Plastics,Flavours and fragrances,Fertilizers,Pharmaceuticals,Beverages,Detergents and soaps,Chocolate and confectionary,Paint,Api manufacturing,Heavy industry,Construction chemicals,Superabsorbents,Coatings,Cereals,Flour,Gypsum
End products
Lithium-ion battery components,Wastewater treatment chemicals,Cheese,Seasoning blends,Epoxy coatings,Polyethylene pellets,Steel beams,Scented candle fragrances,Emulsion paints,Bread flour,Portland cement,Instant coffee,Construction adhesive,Ammonium nitrate fertilizer,Dry pet food,Cornflakes,Liquid detergents,Active pharmaceutical ingredients (apis),Milk powder,Superabsorbent polymers,Fly ash bricks,Dietary supplements,Muesli base flakes,Cosmetic creams,Textile dyes,Gypsum wallboards,Activated carbon for flue gas treatment,Chocolate bars,Crackers,Lime plasters,Fish feed pellets,Herbicide granules,Automotive catalysts,Glass bottles
Steps before
Material Loading,Pre-conveying Inspection
Steps after
Maintenance,Final Packaging
Input ingredients
Output ingredients
Control Type
Standalone or embedded in plant system
Display
Colour touch screen with graphics
Mode
Automatic or manual
Language Support
14 languages installed
Communication Protocols
Ethernet IP,Modbus TCP,Profibus,Profinet
Automation level
Stand alone / Integrated with PLC
Operation modes
Automatic / Manual
Remote diagnostics
Via web browser
Control types
Colour touch screen display
Conveying modes
Various modes selectable
Interlocking capability
Yes
Language options
14 languages installed
Alarm system
Alarm output and logging
Air consumption efficiency
Helps to minimise
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
Control panel type
Colour touch screen display with graphics
Material
Stainless steel cabinet
Integration capability
Standalone or embedded in a plant control system
Touch capability
Fully touch capable
Display type
Colour touch screen
Control panel type
Colour touch screen display
Integration possibilities
Standalone or embedded in plant control system
Communication protocols
Ethernet IP,Modbus TCP,Profibus,Profinet
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.