Increasing Output with Precision Gravimetric Blending
The Demand for Higher Output
As manufacturers face rising production targets and tighter margins, the need for faster, more efficient processing has never been more urgent. One way to achieve these goals is to improve upon your plants current gravimetric blending systems. In this blog, we will be discussing how exactly precision gravimetric blending can increase your output and maximize the Return on Investment in your production facility.
Understanding Gravimetric Blending Technology
Gravimetric blending is the alternative to volumetric blending, gravimetric blending measures and doses materials by weight instead of volume, which in turn, delivers more precise and consistent blends. Unlike volumetric systems, gravimetric systems aren’t affected by material density, which ensures and maintains accuracy batch after batch. This leads to better product quality and fewer processing issues.
Why Precision Blending Boosts Efficiency
The more accurate the blending process is, the more efficient your plant will be. Inaccuracies or errors in the blending process can lead to increased costs due to problems such as power inefficiencies, material wastage, and poor product quality, which all lower productivity and in turn, your profits. With precision blending you don’t have to worry about any of those issues, allowing you to enjoy the benefits without stress.
Benefits of Precision Blending Include:
| Improved Product Consistency | Accurate dosing ensures every batch meets exact material specifications and quality required for the product to be made to the best standard. |
| Reduced Material Waste | Precise measurements eliminate the overuse of raw materials and potential wastage from poor quality product. |
| Higher Operational Efficiency | These newer blenders are capable of operating at a rate that far exceeds those of older generations, allowing for faster processing of material, leading to faster production times. |
| Better Process Control | New blenders possess real-time monitoring capabilities which enables immediate adjustments to be made to their control systems allowing for quick control updates. |
| Scalability for Growth | Efficient blending systems can handle many different materials and formulas, allowing manufacturers to adapt their production methods for market demands and availability of materials. |
Output Gains with TSM Blenders
TSM’s gravimetric blenders have helped processors around the world increase their output by improving their blend accuracy and reducing material loss. One such example would be our collaboration with Jinming to provide Bolsas de los Altos, one of the largest soft packaging suppliers in Mexico with a new gauge control and blending system, which allowed for more accurate material mixing and significantly reduced waste, driving efficiency while contributing to the company’s environmental goals.
“As a leading provider of plastic packaging, Bolsas de los Altos is excited to expand into the broader flexible packaging market. Flexible packaging has shown remarkable resilience in a market disrupted by a global pandemic and supply chain issues. The installation of multilayer coextrusion equipment at our Mexico facility, made possible due to our collaborative partnership with Jinming and SABIC, will allow us to target several new applications including long term sustainability trends in this space.”
Guillermo Lopez Orozco,
Founder and CEO of Bolsas de los Altos
Maximizing ROI with the Right Blending System
Using a high-quality gravimetric blender reduces waste, improves efficiency, and cuts downtime, directly impacting your profit margins. With the right system in place, manufacturers can achieve faster changeovers and lower costs while supporting greater output.
Smarter Blending for Scalable Growth
Scalable, accurate blending is essential for staying competitive. Precision systems like those from TSM help manufacturers boost productivity, reduce material loss, and prepare their operations for long-term growth.