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Gravimetric Batch Blenders w/Mitsubishi Control Chapter 3: Installation 30
Mezzanine Mount
In a mezzanine mount application, review the following items before installation begins.
First, verify the Slide Gate/Auger mounting locations match the mezzanine supports. Verify
that the mezzanine is capable of supporting the blender with a full load of material and
vacuum loading equipment installed.
Note: While in operation, the Slide Gate/Auger blender applies horizontal and
vertical pressures to the mounting flange. If there is a question as to the
mechanical stability of a mounting flange, contact the manufacturer’s
mechanical engineering department.
Ensure that the gravity feed tube is installed in a vertical position, so that the materials will
gravity flow to the extruder hopper. Use aluminum tubing or smooth wall flex hose.
Figure 16: Mezzanine Mounted Batch Blender
GRAVIMETRIC BATCH BLENDER
MEZZANINE (SUPPLIED BY
CUSTOMER)
EXTRUSION CONTROL WITH
RE-LOAD VALVE
(PURCHASED SEPARATELY)
If possible, use rigid tubing. Some flex hose will tend to sag and generate static that could
cause de-mixing between the blender and the extruder.
Make sure that adequate space is around the blender (36” recommended) to allow proper
cleaning, servicing, etc.