Ajax Equipment, a manufacturer specializing in solids handling solutions, has partnered with Allied Protek, a prominent engineering and project management firm based in the UK, to provide one of the leading food product producers with an ATEX certified stainless steel inclined screw conveyor. This collaboration aims to optimize the handling of corn grit while upholding stringent cleanliness standards.
In working with Allied Protek, Ajax Equipment focused on delivering a screw conveyor that guarantees dependable material transfer, even within the constraints of a reconfigured plant layout.
The design of the Ajax screw conveyor supports effective handling capabilities, especially during incline operations. It features a uniquely shaped casing that balances usability with secure access for cleaning procedures. Furthermore, Ajax incorporated hinged covers tailored to accommodate the specific plant configuration and casing design.
“Ajax Equipment were great to work with, their team always provides a professional and responsive service from start to finish,” said Greg Hughes, engineering manager at Allied Protek Engineering Solutions. “Ajax’s collaborative approach to this project ensured the production of a high-quality, bespoke conveying solution which has enabled our customer to reliably transfer food within the tight space available. I highly recommend them to anyone whose application depends on achieving a consistent high standard of material handling or processing.”
Lewis Shaw, senior technical sales engineer at Ajax Equipment, remarked, “Existing plant layouts can be awkward to work around, especially when tasked with rectifying or adding process steps. Although screw conveyors are positive transfer devices, the inclines required to fit within the available space can make moving materials a challenge. Ajax’s expertise, however, ensures each conveyor’s screw and casing operate in harmony to facilitate efficient and effective elevation.”