During the manufacturing
process, there are several stages requiring speed and quality that cannot be
achieved by human workers, requiring machinery and equipment.
Several pieces of equipment
are used within manufacturing across the globe – whether that's mining
industries, food production, or plastic production.
We're discussing the most
important equipment for manufacturers to use to ensure processes can run
smoothly.
Storage
tanks
Storage tanks for large
production warehouses need to be strong enough to handle large quantities of
products. Depending on the type of product, it will determine the size, shape,
or material used for the storage tanks. For example, those working with
corrosive substances will require stainless steel tanks or something with
anti-corrosive properties.
Centrifuges
Centrifuges
are a useful piece of kit that can separate content by measuring the density.
The most common use for centrifuges is separating mixed liquids or removing
solid particles from liquids. They can also be used for mechanical separation.
There are several types of centrifuges – from disc nozzle to automatic and
basket bottom dump machines.
Mixers
Mixers
are an integral part of food processing, paint production, and other
manufacturing industries. Mixing often requires several different types of
mixer to complete the whole process. Some examples of mixers include double arm
mixers, drum tumbles, and batch compounders.
Generators
Electric generators are
incredibly important for manufacturing businesses whose processes typically
continue throughout the night with limited supervision. In the event of a power
cut, or in a situation where power sources are insufficient, production cannot
continue. Having an electrical generator ensures that production continues on a
backup source while the main source is sorted. A delay in production can cause
all sorts of issues for other departments such as supply chain, sales, as well
as for the customers you're supplying.
Compressors
Compressors are used for
both air and water. A water compressor can help force fluid through pipes
faster. On the other hand, compressed air is used in a wide variety of
manufacturing industries; paint companies, oil and gas miners, plastic blowing,
and food processing are to name a few. Smaller businesses can use desktop air
compressors, too, to use with electronics or airbrushes.
Air
dryers
If your business uses
compressed air, you should also consider an air dryer. Some industries need air
to be completely dry and clean when in use, to prevent moisture-induced damage
to equipment. Desiccant
air dryers use water pulling
materials to eliminate moisture from compressed air before use. This is particularly important when working
with electricals or oil and gas processes in which moisture could cause severe
complications.
PPE
& Handling Equipment
Material handling equipment
and PPE are crucial for all manufacturing industries to ensure both the works
and the machinery's safety. Helmets, high-vis, and handling equipment specific
to the materials being used are all vital for businesses to keep stocked up on.
While we have only mentioned a few equipment piecesrequired,
there are always specialized machinery needed for different industries. These
are most commonly used across the globe for different niches. Additional
equipment – such as desiccant air dryers – can keep machinery working
efficiently and improve the business's performance as a whole.
