WO2023247341A1

WO2023247341A1 - Packing unit system, installation method, and use thereof

Info

Publication number: WO2023247341A1
Application number: PCT/EP2023/066214
Authority: WO
Inventors: Guido Neu; Bernhard Pagenkemper; Ahmet Ünlüarici
Original assignee: Haver & Boecker Ohg
Priority date: 2022-06-20
Filing date: 2023-06-16
Publication date: 2023-12-28
Also published as: DE102022115244A1

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular packing unit system (1) comprising a packing unit module (2) which comprises a rotatable packing unit (100) for filling bulk material into bags and a pre-silo (2), said pre-silo (3) being arranged over the packing unit (100). The packing unit (100) and the pre-silo (3) are received in a silo-type housing (4), wherein the housing (4) comprises a supporting structure (5) made of profiled elements (6). In the method for installing such a modular packing unit system (1), the following steps are carried out: - providing a foundation (25); - providing a housing (4) which comprises at least one supporting structure (5) made of profiled elements (6); - erecting a packing unit (100); and - installing a pre-silo (3) above the packing unit (100). The use is characterized by the use of standard sea containers (24) for a modular packing unit system (1).

Description

Packaging system, method of installation and use

Description

The present invention relates to a packing system system, in particular a modular packing system system, comprising at least one packing system module and at least one pre-silo. The packing system module includes at least one rotatable packing system for filling bulk goods into bags. The pre-silo is arranged above the packing system so that the bulk material can be fed to the packing system in a suitable manner. The present invention also relates to a method for installing such a packaging system and a special use for such a packaging system.

Packaging systems are used in many areas for filling products, for example bulk goods such as: B. Cement, in bags for use.

Particularly in the area of filling cement into bags, relatively large systems are generally required in order to enable sufficient performance of the system and to accommodate all the necessary components of the system. In particular, silos are required to store an interim storage facility for the cement to be filled. Other components, such as e.g. B. an automated sack attachment for rotating packing systems, which further sack processing such as. B. Closing, cleaning and loading usually require a relatively large amount of space. In conventional systems, classic system buildings are built for this purpose, which, in addition to the effort involved in building the building, first requires extensive preparation of the construction site and in particular the full-surface provision of a foundation structure, for example a floor slab, and thus project-specific engineering, usually of all parts of the building, at least the statics .

This leads to a sometimes enormous expenditure of time and money and a considerable use of materials until the system is ready for operation.

It is therefore the object of the present invention to provide a packing system or a packing system system which is simpler and can preferably be set up more quickly and flexibly. In particular, more sustainable construction is also possible.

This object is achieved by a packaging system system with the features of claim 1, by a method with the features of claim 17 and by use with the features of claim 22. Preferred developments of the invention are the subject of the subclaims. Further advantages and features of the present invention emerge from the general description and the description of the exemplary embodiment.

The modular packing system system according to the invention comprises at least one packing system module comprising at least one rotatable packing system for filling bulk material into bags and at least one pre-silo, the pre-silo being arranged above the packing system. The packing system and the pre-silo are accommodated in a silo-like enclosure, the enclosure comprising a supporting structure made of profile elements. The packaging system module provided in this way is also referred to as a process tower according to the registration, whereby the packaging system module or the process tower can interact with or be connected to other system modules depending on the design.

Different levels can be installed or provided within the packaging system module or the process tower. For example, the packing system can be arranged on one level.

The packaging system system according to the invention offers many advantages. A significant advantage is that a highly flexible, modular packaging system system is provided, which can be set up and dismantled relatively quickly and flexibly thanks to the special type of enclosure, particularly due to the significantly reduced material costs.

Depending on the design, the entire system can even be easily transported, which also offers enormous advantages in terms of sustainability. For example, the modular packaging system system can be set up at certain locations as needed and later dismantled and rebuilt at another location.

The modular packaging system system or the packaging system module or the process tower, which dispenses with massive housing and instead uses a supporting structure made of profile elements, can be installed in a particularly time-saving manner. Depending on the design, prefabricated elements can preferably be used, e.g. B. can be installed with just a few crane strokes. Depending on the application for the supporting structure or the supporting structure, conventional steel construction or the like is delivered in individual parts and assembled on site in individual steps. The enclosure preferably comprises at least one outer skin, which is accommodated on the profile elements. The enclosure provides a packing system module that is at least partially closed or a process tower that is at least partially enclosed, so that the packing system and the pre-silo are in particular weatherproof and preferably also otherwise safely enclosed.

Particularly preferably, the outer skin is provided at least in sections by panels held on the profile elements. Such panels can be provided, for example, by known panels made of sheet metal, another metal or even plastic or a mixture thereof. However, the use of stable films or the like is also conceivable and expedient. In particular, for example, sandwich sheets, generally cladding, sheets as such or trapezoidal sheets as panels can also be understood or used. The use of wood-based materials or other natural materials is also advantageous depending on the application.

In expedient embodiments, the base area of the supporting structure is adapted to the dimensions of the packaging system. It is particularly preferred that the supporting structure or the base area or the floor plan is adapted as closely as possible to the packing system or to the footprint of the packing system. In particular, the base area is also adapted to the pre-silo or to the dimensions of the pre-silo or the design of the pre-silo is adapted to the enclosure.

In advantageous embodiments, the base area of the enclosure is polygonal and preferably octagonal. Depending on the design, other base areas or cross sections are also possible. For example, depending on the design, there is also a round or roundish, an oval, a triangular, a square, a pentagonal or a polygonal design possible. In particular, it is always the best possible and therefore space-saving adaptation to the size or. the footprint of the packing system is preferred.

The outer skin of the enclosure preferably provides a safety device for the packing system. In particular, the enclosure in practical designs blocks off the working area of the packing system. Delimits a security area of the packing system from people. This ensures safe operation.

Particularly preferably, the outer skin of the enclosure provides the housing of the pre-silo at least in sections. In particular, the enclosure can provide a substantially cylindrical area in front of the funnel of the pre-silo, at least in the upper area. Depending on the design, the rest of the pre-silo, in particular the funnel area, can also be constructed analogous to the design of the housing of the packing system module. The funnel-shaped design can also be created using profiles to which panels or the like are attached to produce the funnel enclosure.

In addition to the packaging system module, the modular packing system system preferably comprises at least one further system module, with at least one bucket elevator or at least one vertical conveyor, at least one silo, at least one bag attachment device, at least one bag removal, at least one bag cleaning, at least one dedusting device, at least one compressor device, at least one office module, at least one bag storage and / or at least one loading device can be provided. A bucket elevator is, for example, preferably attached to the packaging system module from the outside and can thus be used by one Convey bulk material from the silo located next to it into the pre-silo. An office module in particular provides an office space optionally with office equipment, such an office module preferably being able to be provided by an office container.

In expedient embodiments, at least one further system module, which includes at least the bag insertion device, the bag removal device, the bag cleaning device, the dedusting device, the compressor device, the office module, and/or the bag storage device, includes at least one standardized housing.

The standardized housing is preferably provided by at least one standard sea container, in which the components or System components picked up, pre-assembled or are installed. In this way, a module can be provided in a simple and inexpensive manner, which can also be easily transported. Then, depending on the design, many components or Additional components can be pre-installed in a sea container and the cavities can be used for additional (loose) material when transported to the construction site.

Preferably, at least two system modules are put together in standard sea containers as a so-called container city. Containers can be assembled as a container city using corresponding, preferably standardized, cutouts in the container walls, whereby cutouts can be provided as connection points, windows, doors, other passages or the like. Preferably, the cutouts in the container are initially only marked on the container walls and can easily be cut out to the appropriate specifications during assembly. Since sea containers require sea approval, nothing may be changed on them initially. Then, depending on the transport route, the corresponding ones need to be created Cutouts are only possible after the containers have been set up at the intended location. If the system is dismantled and transported to another location, this requirement may also have to be taken into account depending on the type and route of transport, as the sea containers may only be transported unchanged. However, it is generally possible to relocate by land, by train, truck or, as a rule, by inland waterway.

Preferably, at least one further system module, which includes the at least one silo, comprises at least one housing, which includes at least one supporting structure made of profile elements, with at least one outer skin being accommodated on the profile elements. Basically, this additional system module is constructed in a similar way to the packaging system module, namely in the form of a support structure with an outer skin attached to it. The outer skin is provided, for example, by panels, as previously described for the packaging system module.

Particularly preferably, at least one further system module comprising the loading device is provided at least covered. In particular, a tent-like roof structure can be used expediently, so that no fixed enclosure has to be provided for the loading device. In preferred embodiments, the packaging system module is designed to be transportable. This tent-like roof structure can preferably be covered with a solar film or the like and used to generate electricity. Such a packaging system module can be delivered in particular in a modular manner. be designed to be easy to install and/or uninstall. In particular, a packaging system module can be dismantled into individual module parts and reassembled at another location. Depending on the design, the complete dismantling of the packaging system module can also be provided. be appropriate. At least one further system module is preferably designed to be transportable. In particular, system modules provided in standard housings, for example in standard sea containers, can simply be transported to another location and reassembled.

In advantageous developments, at least one foundation is provided at least below the packaging system module and/or below another system module. Due to the lighter profile construction or Steel construction, in particular, smaller foundations can be provided than would otherwise be necessary. In particular, this means that prefabricated foundations can be delivered, which can then preferably be delivered to another location with the entire system. When prefabricated foundations are provided, no setting times are necessary on the construction site until full load capacity is achieved. This also significantly reduces the assembly times.

In particular, foundation plates with a predetermined thickness can be used, which can be transported by a truck or can be transported to the appropriate location using a semi-trailer.

The method according to the invention for installing a modular packaging system system, as described above, is characterized by the following steps: At least one foundation is provided. An enclosure is provided from a supporting structure made of profile elements. The packing system is set up and a pre-silo is installed above the packing system.

The aforementioned steps can be carried out in a suitable order and/or in parallel.

The method according to the invention also offers the advantages as previously described for the modular packaging system system. Particularly when it comes to installation, it depends Design offers considerable time savings, as prefabricated elements are used, which e.g. B. can be assembled with just a few crane lifts.

The design according to the invention also makes it possible to provide a particularly sustainable packaging system system, since significantly less material is required due to the profile construction.

At least one outer skin is preferably attached to the profile elements. This attachment of the outer skin can also be done in parallel or after the installation of the stand path or. the supporting structure.

Particularly preferably, at least one further system module is installed. The further system module is attached in particular next to and/or on the packaging system module. In particular, a system module can be used which, for example, is integrated into a standard shipping container and is preferably pre-assembled (plug and play).

In expedient embodiments, the packaging system system is later uninstalled again, in particular in order to reinstall it at a different location.

Parts of the enclosure are preferably pre-assembled. According to the design, work can also be carried out in batches, so that, for example, the upper part of the process tower can be completely pre-assembled on the floor.

According to the invention is also the use of standard sea containers for a modular packaging system system. Various system modules can be provided in standard sea containers, which can then be put together depending on the application, for example in the manner of a container city, in order to set up a process route. Further advantages and features of the present invention result from the exemplary embodiment, which is explained below with reference to the accompanying figures.

Show in the figures:

1 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a perspective view;

2 is a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in another perspective view;

3 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a next perspective view;

4 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a further perspective view;

5 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a top view;

6 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a sectioned side view; 7 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a sectioned side view;

8 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a sectioned side view;

9 shows a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a sectioned side view; and

Fig. 10 is a purely schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system according to the invention in a sectioned top view.

In Figures 1-10, an exemplary embodiment of a modular packaging system system 1 according to the invention is shown purely schematically in various views.

Figures 1-4 show perspective views from different directions of the packaging system system 1 according to the invention.

It can be seen that in the exemplary embodiment shown here, a packaging system module 1 is provided with an octagonal base area, which is also referred to here as a process tower 25. The packing system module 2 includes the pre-silo 3, which is hidden by the housing 4 in the perspective views, and the rotating packing system 100.

Attached to or attached to the packaging system module 2 is a bucket elevator 13, which represents a further system module 12 and In the exemplary embodiment shown here, bulk material from a silo 14 arranged next to it is fed from bottom to top into the process storm 25 or the packaging system module 2 or the pre-silo 3 promotes. The silos 14 provided next to the bucket elevator 13 are not shown here. The product to be packaged can also be delivered loose by silo truck or ship.

Furthermore, various standardized housings 23 are provided, in which further system modules 12 are arranged. The standardized housings 12 in the exemplary embodiment shown here are provided by standard sea containers 24.

In the process storm 25, bulk goods are filled into bags, which are then conveyed via the sea containers 24 assembled as a container city to the loading device 22, which in the exemplary embodiment shown here can be driven on in parallel by two trucks 200.

So that the operating personnel and also the systems in the sea containers 24 can be connected to one another, corresponding openings or openings can be made in the walls of the sea containers 24. Cuts are introduced, which can be marked in the appropriate places so that they can be made quickly and easily when building the container city. In order to transport the containers, it may be necessary to not yet provide the cutouts in the walls, as depending on the national regulations for the transport of sea containers, they must be in their original, certified form.

Furthermore, it can be seen that a platform 26 is provided and that a staircase 27 is arranged around the process storm in order to reach different levels. 5 shows a purely schematic top view of the exemplary embodiment of a modular packaging system system 1 according to the invention according to the previously shown figures.

In the view shown it can be seen that the packaging system module 2 or the process tower 25 has a substantially octagonal base area 9. A polygonal design of the base area 9 of the packaging system module 2 offers many advantages. As will be explained in more detail in the following figures, the packaging system module 2 is provided by means of a supporting structure 5 made of profile elements 6, to which panels 8 are attached as an outer skin 7. A closed or enclosed packing system module 2 is thus provided, in which the pre-silo 3 and the packing system 100 can be arranged. A polygonal basic shape or base area 9 can be achieved relatively easily using the profile elements 6 in order to form the most space-saving enclosure 4 around the packing system 100 and the pre-silo 3. In general, it is also conceivable to attach the panels within the profile structure. This creates a smooth inner surface, particularly in the area of the silo. Panels attached from the inside are also to be understood as outer skin.

It is advantageous that the housing 4 of the packaging system module 2 is built as small as possible around the packaging system 100 or the pre-silo 300, so that the smallest possible base area 9 is provided for the packaging system module 2. As a result, a process tower 25 that is as slim and small as possible can be created. On the one hand, this saves materials, but on the other hand, if necessary, the process tower can be transported completely or divided into a few parts to another location in order to be reassembled there. In particular, depending on the design, it can also be done in shots so that, for example, the upper part of the process tower can be completely pre-assembled on the floor.

6 shows a purely schematic sectional side view of the exemplary embodiment of a packaging system system 1 according to the invention. It is indicated here purely schematically that one or more silos 14 can be arranged next to the bucket elevator 13, in which bulk material is stored before being transported via the bucket elevator 13 into the pre-silo 3.

In the sectional view shown, a panel 8 of the outer skin 7 of the housing 4 of the packaging system module 2 is not shown, so that the view of the rotating packaging system 100 is clear.

In the exemplary embodiment shown, the panels 8, which are provided here by sheets, represent a safety device 10 of the packaging system 100. The housing 4 is built so closely around the packaging system 100 that the outer skin 7 covers the working area of the packaging system 100 limited and thus prevents users from accidentally getting too close to the rotating packaging system 100 during operation of the packaging system 100 or from falling outwards during maintenance while handling within the protective covering. Furthermore, a compressor is shown in Figure 6, which can be used for various applications as required.

7 shows an enlarged detail of the process tower 25 or the packaging system module 2 and the adjacent further system modules 12, which are accommodated in sea containers 24, from FIG. The sea containers 24 represent standardized housings 23.

You can also see the packing system 100 here, which is designed here as a rotating packing system 100. You can also recognize them Bag attachment device 15, which in the exemplary embodiment shown here automatically shoots valve bags onto the rotating packing system 100.

Furthermore, it can be seen that an office module 20 is provided, which is also provided here by a shipping container 24 and includes office equipment.

In the illustration shown, you can clearly see the individual panels 8, which are attached to the profile elements 6 of the supporting structure 5 and thus form an outer skin 7.

The panels 8 are designed as sheet metal in the exemplary embodiment shown here. Depending on the design, the panels can also consist of a different material and/or comprise a different material and/or can also be manufactured continuously, for example. It is also possible, among other things, to cover the finished supporting structure 5, for example, with a stable film, which can then optionally be made in one piece.

In Figure 7, possible separations 33 or separation points of the supporting structure 5 are shown purely by way of example, if, for example. B. assembly in batches is provided or if parts of the process tower 25 are pre-assembled on the floor and then placed in place as a whole.

9 and 8 show the packing system system 1 in a sectional view and an enlarged view, whereby it can again be seen that in addition to the packing system module 2, further system modules 12 are provided, which are connected to the packing system module 2 or an adjacent system module 12. In the exemplary embodiment shown here, a large part of the outer skin 7 is not shown, so that there is a relatively large insight into the process storm 25 or the system packing system module s 2 becomes free. So you can see on one level the rotating packing system 100, which in the exemplary embodiment shown here includes several filling nozzles 101 distributed over the circumference and the pre-silo 3 arranged above it.

In the exemplary embodiment shown, the funnel 28 of the pre-silo 3 is provided as a separate component. The remaining essentially cylindrical part of the housing 11 of the pre-silo 3 above the funnel 28 is provided in the exemplary embodiment shown by the outer skin 7 of the housing 4 of the packing system module s 2. A particularly narrow construction can also be achieved in this way. In addition, a separate housing 11 is unnecessary for a large part of the pre-silo 3.

In the illustration shown, various system modules 12 are shown as examples. In the exemplary embodiment shown here, the modular packing system system 1 includes bag cleaning 17 followed by a bag removal 16, which feeds the filled and cleaned bags to the loading device 22. Here, too, it can be seen that two trucks can enter the tent-like loading device 22 in parallel and can then be loaded from two loading modules 29 without a pallet.

Depending on the design, a palletizing device can also be connected to the bag removal 16, which palletizes the filled bags, whereby the filled pallets can then be fed to the loading device 22.

Furthermore, a dedusting device 18 with a filter 32 and a compressor device 19 are provided here. In addition, it is shown in Figure 8 that the design according to the invention means that large or full-surface foundations are not necessary, so that, as indicated here, relatively small foundations 30 are sufficient, which can even be prefabricated depending on the design of the packaging system system 1, so that setting times do not affect the construction of the system hinder unnecessarily.

In the case of the sea containers 24, foundations 30 are only necessary or expedient on the front sides, if at all. However, in Figure 8, a further foundation 30 is provided below a decoupling frame 36 for the checkweigher 37, so that the balance 37 can work without vibration. Only properly filled bags are conveyed via the bag removal 16 to the loading device 22.

In the exemplary embodiment shown, broken or incorrectly filled bags can be removed from the process via a bag discharge 38. The bags can then z. B. are fed to a bag shredder 39 and the bulk material is separated via a separating sieve 40 and fed back to the filling process via return flour screws 35.

8 also shows return flour collecting funnels 31, which feed any bulk material that escapes during the filling process and when closing the bags back into the filling process via the return flour screws 35.

A foreign body sieve 34 is provided above the pre-silo 3.

10 shows a purely schematic sectional top view of the packaging system system 1 according to the invention, with the embodiment shown looking at the packaging system 100 with the individual filling necks 101. Furthermore, a system module 12 can be seen in a sea container 24, which here contains the bag attachment device 15. In addition, the bag removal 16 with the bag cleaning 17 can be seen in this view. The bag storage 21 or part of it can also be seen.

Reference symbol list

1 packing system system 31 returns flour collects judge

2 packing system module 32 filters

3 pre-silo 33 separation

4 enclosure 34 foreign body sieve

5 supporting structure 35 flour augers

6 Profile element 36 Decoupling frame

7 outer skin 37 checkweigher

8 panel 38 bag from lock

9 base area 39 bag shredding

10 Safety equipment 40 Separating sieve

11 housing 100 packing system

12 System module 101 filler neck

13 bucket elevator / 200 trucks

Vertical conveyor

14 silos

15 bag attachment device

16 bag removal

17 Bag cleaning

18 dust removal device

19 Compress it like this

20 office module

21 bag storage

22 Loading equipment

23 standardized housing

24 shipping containers

25 process storm

26 platform

27 stairs

28 funnels

29 loading module

30 foundation

Claims

Expectations :

1. Modular packing system system (1) comprising at least one packing system module (2) comprising at least one rotatable packing system (100) for filling bulk material into bags and at least one pre-silo (2), the pre-silo (3) being arranged above the packing system (100). , characterized in that the packing system (100) and the pre-silo (3) are accommodated in a silo-like enclosure (4), the enclosure (4) comprising a supporting structure (5) made of profile elements (6).

2. Modular packaging system (1) according to claim 1, wherein the housing (4) comprises at least one outer skin (7) which is received on the profile elements (6).

3. Modular packaging system (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein the outer skin (7) is provided at least in sections by at least one panel (8) received on the profile elements (6).

4. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the base area (9) of the supporting structure (5) is adapted to the dimensions of the packaging system (100).

5. Modular packaging system (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein the base area (8) of the housing (5) is polygonal and preferably octagonal.

6. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims 2 to 5, wherein the outer skin (7) of the housing (4) provides a safety device (10) of the packaging system (100).

7. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims 2 to 6, wherein the outer skin (7) the housing (4) provides at least sections of the housing (11) of the pre-silo (3). Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising at least one further system module (12) comprising at least one bucket elevator (13) and/or another vertical conveyor (13), at least one silo (14), at least one bag attachment device (15), at least one bag removal (16), at least one bag cleaning (17), at least one dedusting device

(18), at least one compressor device (19), at least one office module (20), at least one bag storage (21) and / or at least one loading device (22). Modular packaging system (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein at least one further system module (12) comprising the bag attachment device (15), the bag removal (16), the bag cleaning (17), the dedusting device (18), the compressor device

(19), the office module (20) and/or the (21) comprises at least one standardized housing (23). Modular packaging system (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein the standardized housing (23) is provided by at least one standard sea container (24). Modular packaging system (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein at least two system modules (12) are assembled in standard sea containers (25) as a container city. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims 8 to 11, wherein at least one further system module (12) comprising the at least one silo (14) has at least one housing (4) comprising at least one supporting structure (5) made of profile elements (6), wherein at least one outer skin (7) is recorded on the profile elements (5). Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims 8 to 12, wherein at least one further system module (12) comprising the loading device (22) is provided at least covered. Modular packaging system system (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one packaging system module (2) is designed to be transportable. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one further system module (12) is designed to be transportable. Modular packaging system (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one foundation (25) is provided below the packaging system module (2) and/or at least one further system module (12). Method for installing a modular packaging system

(1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by the following steps:

- optional provision of a foundation (25);

- Providing an enclosure (4) comprising at least one supporting structure (5) made of profile elements (6);

- Setting up a packing system (100);

- Installation of a pre-silo (3) above the packing system (100). Method according to the preceding claim, characterized by attaching an outer skin (7) to the profile elements (6). Method according to one of the two preceding claims, characterized by installing at least one further system module (12). Method according to one of the three preceding claims, characterized by the pre-assembly of parts of the enclosure (4). Method according to one of the four preceding claims, characterized by uninstalling the packing system system (1) • Use of standard sea containers (24) for a modular packing system system (1).