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Process air flow control systems for automated material and energy efficiency.
Process air flow control

Process air flow control system PAC

The control of process air plays a major role in many areas of industry, due to the high potential for energy efficiency and process stabilization. Our PAC control unit (Process Air flow Control) can be adapted flexibly to any production type. The system minimizes fluctuations and turbulence in dust extraction systems by reducing and homogenizing the necessary air volume or negative pressure. Settings can be adjusted automatically via hand flaps, to ensure optimal flap position.

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Advantages & Features of Process Air Flow Control using PAC

The PAC (Process Air flow Control) control unit from Riedel Filtertechnik continuously measures the velocity of process air in pipelines and is designed for volume flows ranging from 180 to 7,000 m³/h. An automated control of the process air flow is achieved through a multi-stage damper, ensuring that the air flow remains at a constant level. This allows for optimal energy efficiency and equipment-appropriate regulation, even under varying production conditions. See for yourself the advantages of our PAC for process air flow control:

  • Optimized energy consumption: Reduction of energy consumption by up to 40% when combined with an integrated VSD (Variable Speed Drive) on the dust extraction fan.
  • Flexible operating modes: Two possible operating modes for regulating the negative pressure in the pipeline.
  • Easy operation: Integrated control system with a user-friendly touch panel for process visualization and parameterization. Can be combined with the control of other units, such as our SACU tobtronic® for transport air control.
  • Minimal footprint and easy integration: Direct installation of the PAC unit into the process air duct. Retroactive integration into existing production environments is possible.
  • Maintenance- and low-risk continuous operation: Use of high-quality components and materials, with the PAC designed for 24/7 continuous operation.
  • Status control via LED: Color-coded indication of operating status through integrated LED strips. Quick status check of the production process and fault indication at a glance during operation.

PAC & MAC in the tobacco industry

Application in cigarette production

By directly integrating the PAC unit into the dust extraction line of a maker, the process conditions are automatically controlled and maintained at an optimal level. Our technology designed for this application is therefore established in the tobacco industry as MAC (Maker Airflow Control).The following industry-specific benefits result from the use of the PAC in cigarette manufacturing:

  • Significant energy savings of up to 40% due to reduced negative pressure and air flow
  • Increase in tobacco yield:
    • Higher strand homogeneity
    • Improved firmness and quality of cigarettes
    • Reduction of cuttings, degradation, fine particles, and dust
    • Lower rejection rates at the manufacturing machine
  • Reduced heat radiation and noise emissions in the secondary process

MAC as part of Riedel GreenLine

In light of rising energy costs and environmental concerns, optimizing energy consumption in cigarette production is essential. The GreenLine concept from Riedel Filtertechnik is the result of years of research and close development collaboration with our customers. Together with our SACU tobtronic® for transport air flow control, our MAC for process air flow control is an integral part of this concept to achieve the following goals:

  • Energy savings
  • Emissions control
  • Increase in tobacco yield

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Riedel Filtertechnik: Your reliable partner in the tobacco industry

For over 50 years, we have been an innovative partner to the tobacco industry. As a system supplier of exhaust air cleaning systems, pneumatic transport systems, and innovative solutions for tobacco handling, we are established worldwide in the tobacco sector. Our strengths lie in innovative technologies and a profound understanding of the processes involved in tobacco processing and cigarette manufacturing.

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References

Tobacco // worldwide

Application
Air flow control systems on cigarette machines for rod making process

> 50 PAC and MAC units on three continents

  • Switzerland
  • Poland
  • Germany
  • Luxembourg
  • Indonesia
  • Mexico

Benefits

  • Constant process conditions
  • Rod homogeneity
  • Better cigarette firmness
  • Waste reduction
  • Reduction of degradation, fine particles and dust
  • Increased material efficiency and tobacco yield
  • Minimal reject rates

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Unpleasant odours during fishmeal drying caused by amines?

In our new case study, learn how solutions from Riedel Filtertechnik contribute to the successful elimination of VOCs and odours in the fishmeal industry:

🔹 Odour levels reduced from >300,000 OU/m3 to <500 OU/m3

🔹 Fluctuating process parameters

🔹 Addition of COPLAS clean technology with activated carbon filters

➡️ Read the full case study on our website!

Unpleasant odours during fishmeal drying caused by amines?

In our new case study, learn how solutions from Riedel Filtertechnik contribute to the successful elimination of VOCs and odours in the fishmeal industry:

🔹 Odour levels reduced from >300,000 OU/m3 to <500 OU/m3

🔹 Fluctuating process parameters

🔹 Addition of COPLAS clean technology with activated carbon filters

➡️ Read the full case study on our website!

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Fairs

Visit us at Stand J35 in Dubai at WT Middle East from November 12 to 13, 2024, and discover our innovative solutions for cigarette manufacturing:

🔹 Gentle material handling

🔹 Profitable tobacco recovery

🔹 Smart energy savings

In addition to our latest developments for Modern Oral Products (MOPs) and Reduced Risk Products (RRPs), this year we are also showcasing our new WinU+ technology for the online recovery of winnower.

Let's explore how we can optimize your production processes together. Feel free to schedule a meeting with our experts for a more focused discussion.

Our technical sales team looks forward to meeting you in person!

Visit us at Stand J35 in Dubai at WT Middle East from November 12 to 13, 2024, and discover our innovative solutions for cigarette manufacturing:

🔹 Gentle material handling

🔹 Profitable tobacco recovery

🔹 Smart energy savings

In addition to our latest developments for Modern Oral Products (MOPs) and Reduced Risk Products (RRPs), this year we are also showcasing our new WinU+ technology for the online recovery of winnower.

Let's explore how we can optimize your production processes together. Feel free to schedule a meeting with our experts for a more focused discussion.

Our technical sales team looks forward to meeting you in person!

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News

Unpleasant odours in fish feed production? Not with COPLAS clean!

In our new case study, learn how we successfully tackled odour control in the fish feed industry despite all challenges:

🔹 Fluctuating process conditions

🔹 Odour levels >10,000 OU/m3

🔹 ATEX requirements

➡️ Read the full case study on our website!

Unpleasant odours in fish feed production? Not with COPLAS clean!

In our new case study, learn how we successfully tackled odour control in the fish feed industry despite all challenges:

🔹 Fluctuating process conditions

🔹 Odour levels >10,000 OU/m3

🔹 ATEX requirements

➡️ Read the full case study on our website!

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