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Gravimetric Blenders
TSM Control Systems (TSM) was created in 1976 when founder Jim O’Callaghan introduced the first width controller to the industry. From that point, TSM’s product portfolio expanded rapidly to fulfil the production needs of the plastics industry. Today TSM are world leaders in providing full Turnkey Solutions for Plastic Processors, providing a complete range of gravimetric batch blenders, continuous gravimetirc blending equipment, extrusion-control equipment and all associated plastic material auxiliary equipment and controls.
TSM Control Systems provides innovative end to end solutions in gravimetric blending, controls and material management for plastics processors. We use real time data to advise on products, materials usage and systems that ensure exceptional quality and drive efficiency for our customers while exceeding their performance expectations. Our collaborative and responsive approach keeps our projects on time and on budget.
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Opti-Blend MLIW Continuous Gravimetric Dosing (Flood Fed)
The TSM Opti-Blend provides a Loss in Weight based "dosing" solution to gravimetric blending and extrusion control for up to 7 components. The primary component is gravity fed directly to the extruder throat and the secondary (side fed materials) maintain recipe ratio via auger feeds.
Introduction to Opti-Blend
TSM’s Opti-Blend range of dosing solutions ensure material homogeneity and consistent product quality. They provide continuous gravimetric and throughput control of up to 7 components. The unit is controlled via the latest generation of controller with full machine direction control of the extrusion process.
Benefits
- Fast, Accurate Control Response
- High Accuracy Dispensing up to 0.01% of Batch
- Fast Throughout Measurement
- Instantaneous Response to Process Disturbances
- Superior Weighing & Mixing
- Accuracy up to +/- 0.5% of target setpoint
Features
- No material separation or de-mixing
- Precise control of recipes
- Rapid achievement of Setpoint Target
- Easily removable, easy clean, augers and hoppers
- Clean Mode / Easy Recipe Change
- Gravity fed main component allows recipe changes “On the Fly” and minimal waste
- User Friendly Remote Operator Interface
- Kilo Per Hour / Weight Per Length Control
- Full Manual Backup option
- Easy to service due to modular electronics
- Comprehensive printable reports on shift order, reel and material usage information
- Rugged Design
- Liquid Additive Control Option
- Comprehensive serial communications ports using industry standard Modbus/Profibus/Profinet protocols
- Brushless motor option for maintenance free auger drives
- Complete remote access to blender
Capacity
Models
Our Opti-Blend comes in 3 series, each with different capabilities depending on process requirement:
- Opti-Blend 400
- Opti-Blend 1000
- Opti-Blend 1800
Related Products
One of the biggest benefit of our Gravimetric blenders is the interconnectivity of them to other machines, processes or parts. Along with this, we have a range of accessories customizable to the specific blender. Check out our range of related products.
- Customized Throat Adapters
- High Temperature Kits
- Customized Top-plates & Adapters
- Extra High Accuracy Options
- Field Bus Protocols; Analog & Digital
- iPanel Remote in Factory Access
- Material Low Level Sensors
- Powder Sealing
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Opti-Mix Gravimetric Batch Blender
The ever-increasing costs for polymers and additives mean it has never been more important to ensure materials are dosed accurately and are homogenously mixed. The TSM gravimetric batch blender solves this problem due to its unique patented mixing system and slide gate technology.
Introduction to the Opti-Mix
The Opti-mix gravimetric batch blender range can house as many as 12 material components and handle a throughput range up to 5,000 kg/hr.
The materials are mixed uniformly irrespective of bulk density, and this, combined with the cramming action it creates at the throat, greatly assists in the processing of difficult regrind materials, often allowing higher regrind percentages to be used and greater throughputs to be achieved.
Other features include a 7-inch high resolution, touch screen operation with prompts, incident log of all blender entries and changes, and one-touch weight calibration and auto test for full systems.
Benefits
- Reduced material consumption
- Gain in operational efficiency
- Improved quality assurance and accountability
- Expanded factory automation
Features
- Faster Product Changes
- Continuous Homogeneous Mixing
- Increased Regrind Usage
- Product Consistency
- High Accuracy Dispensing up to 0.01% of batch
- Easily Removeable Hoopers
- Full Inventory Reporting facilities and self-optimizing software
Capacity
Models
- Opti-Mix-50
- Opti-Mix-100
- Opti-Mix-200
- Opti-Mix-300
- Opti-Mix-600
- Opti-Mix-1000
- Opti-Mix-1500
- Opti-Mix 3000
Related Products
One of the biggest benefit of our Gravimetric blenders is the interconnectivity of them to other machines, processes or parts. Along with this, we have a range of accessories customizable to the specific blender. Check out our range of related products.
- Blender Offline Stand / Kits
- Customized Throat Adapters
- High Temperature Kits
- Customized Top-plates & Adapters
- Extra High Accuracy Options
- Field Bus Protocols; Analog & Digital
- iPanel Remote in Factory Access
- Material Flow Solutions
- Material Low Level Sensors
- Micra-Dose Sidefeeders
- Powder Sealing
- Anti-Satic Solutions
- Automatic & Remote Cleaning
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Opti-X LIW Gravimetric Batch Blending
TSM’s Opti-X Gravimetric Batch Blender Loss-in-Weight technology, has been designed exclusively for extrusion control. All the fundamental capabilities are enhanced in this new range and packaged in a sleek, robust, user-friendly design. But most importantly, essential business metrics relating to material usage, energy usage, downtime analysis and OEE (Operational Equipment Efficiency) are available across single or multiple lines and factories.
Introduction to Opti-X
OPTI-X range of Extrusion Control applications represent TSM’s next generation blending technology, providing superior accuracies, blend ratios and mixing homogeneity not achievable by competitive systems. OPTI-X blenders utilize TSM slide valve design and patented reverse flight auger mixing technology combined with continuous Loss-in-Weight measurement.
TSM’s extrusion control blenders combine in a unique way, accurate gravimetric batch blending with integrated extrusion control using Loss-in-Weight techniques. This results in exceptional, ultra fast through-put measurement and control of the extrusion process. OPTI-X range can accommodate up to twelve components at throughputs up to 1300kg (2900 lbs) / hour).
Benefits
- Fast, Accurate Control Response
- High Accuracy Dispensing up to 0.01% of Batch
- Fast Throughput Measurement
- Instantaneous Response to Process Disturbances
- Superior Weighing & Mixing
- Accuracy up to +/- 0.5% of target setpoint
Features
- Easily removable access panels designed to conceal & protect critical cables and wiring
- Uniquely designed optional material level sensor’s allowing adjustable sensor positioning on any hopper compartment
- Quick cleaning easy drain chutes allowing for complete emptying of the hopper bin when changing materials, available on all hopper compartments.
- Simple connect flexible tubing to the drain and open the manual slide to allow material to exit the hopper compartment
- Hidden panel designed to hold a small & compact user’s manual
- Large blender access door with generous viewing window
- Heavy duty optional extruder adaptor neck with material drain chute
- Stainless steel LIW homogenous material mixing chamber
- Independently suspended mixing chamber on a hinged base creates an ideal barrier against accidental damage of the LIW load cell. The unique design allows higher resolution measurement of material flow to extruder
Capacity
Models
Our Opti-Blend comes in 6 series, each with different capabilities depending on process requirements:
- Opti-X 100
- Opti-X 200
- Opti-X 400
- Opti-X 800
- Opti-X 1200
- Opti-X 1600
Related Products
One of the biggest benefit of our Gravimetric blenders is the interconnectivity of them to other machines, processes or parts. Along with this, we have a range of accessories customizable to the specific blender. Check out our range of related products.
- Customized Throat Adapters
- High Temperature Kits
- Customized Top-plates & Adapters
- Extra High Accuracy Options
- Field Bus Protocols; Analog & Digital
- iPanel Remote in Factory Access
- Material Low Level Sensors
- Micra-Dose Sidefeeders
- Anti-Satic Solutions
- Automatic & Remote Cleaning
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TSM CONVEYING, TREATMENT & STORAGE EQUIPMENT
TSM has 45 years of experience in Conveying, Treatment & Storage equipment within the plastics industry. As an innovative firm, TSM delivers concrete solutions for material handling and storage, conveying systems, material pre-treatment, and material unloading equipment.
Material Handing Solutions
TSM is one of the world’s leading providers of Conveying, treatment & storage solutions, whether that is the case for; Blown Film, Cast Extrusion, Sheet Extrusion, Extrusion Coating, Bopp Extrusion, Wire & Cable Extrusion, Compounding Line, Multifilament Line (Fibre), Pipe & Profile Extrusion, Blow Moulding & ISBM and Injection Moulding.
- Customised Specification
- Easy Manual & Automatic Handling
- Reduced Lifetime Running Costs
- Easy Installation
Our Products - TSM Range of Conveying, Treatment & Storage Equipment
TSMs material handling & storage solutions offer a large range of equipment to meet any plastic processing needs. Whether it is vacuum systems, loading equipment, piping solutions, drying systems or material storage such as silos, TSM material handling & storage products provide smart solutions, saving time, resources, and down-time.
- Conveying Systems
- Material Pre-Treatment (Drying)
- Material Unloading
- Material Storage
Material Storage
TSMs full range of material handling & storage equipment fits the needs for plastics processors in all applications. No matter the equipment, TSM have the solution for your business needs. We have a wide range of TSM material handling & storage equipment which can be customised depending on your specification. Our products are easily installed, robust in design and manufacturing and allow for both manual and automatic handling needs. TSM material storage products are suitable for all applications.
- Blown Film
- Cast Extrusion
- Sheet Extrusion
- Bopp Extrusion
- Wire & Cable Extrusion
- Compounding Lines
- Multifilament Lines (Fibre)
- Pipe & Profile Extrusion
- Extrusion Blow Moulding
- Injection Moulding
- Offline, Centralized & Feedback Pre-Blending
Why Choose TSM Control Systems as your Conveying, Treatment & Storage Equipment Provider.
There is a reason why TSM are the world’s leading materials management specialist. For over 45 years, TSMs product ranges have evolved, to meet the growing needs of plastics processors across the world. Offering constant reliability, precision, and process control, our clients enjoy confidence when working with us.
Our projects are always on time and within cost, we provide exclusive support on all fronts; ensuring all parties are fully informed and the dialogue of communication is always live. We look at the bigger picture and it is this, why we take a collaborative and responsive approach to all business cases.
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