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❓FAQ - Orchid Material Handling Solutions Pvt. Ltd.


❓ FAQ – Pneumatic Conveying Systems

  • 1. What are the main advantages of a pneumatic conveying system?
    πŸ‘‰ Pneumatic conveying systems provide dust-free operation, hygiene, safety, and automation, ensuring reliable material transfer with minimal manual handling.
  • 2. Which materials are suitable for pneumatic conveying?
    πŸ‘‰ A wide range of materials including fine powders, lightweight granules, food ingredients, pharmaceutical powders, pigments, resins, additives, and biomass ash can be conveyed.
  • 3. What is the difference between Dilute Phase Vacuum and Dilute Phase Pressure conveying?
    β€’ Vacuum Conveying β†’ Uses negative pressure, best for flexible routing and easy material pick-up.
    β€’ Pressure Conveying β†’ Uses positive pressure, ideal for long distances and high throughput rates.
  • 4. Are these systems hygienic enough for food and pharma industries?
    Yes, Orchid’s systems are designed with CIP/SIP options and stainless-steel construction, making them suitable for hygienic and regulatory-compliant operations.
  • 5. What information do you need to design a pneumatic conveying system?
    πŸ‘‰ Key details include:
    β€’ Material properties (SDS, particle size, bulk density)
    β€’ Required throughput (kg/hr or tph)
    β€’ Conveying distance & routing
    β€’ Pick-up & discharge points
    β€’ Integration with upstream/downstream processes
  • 6. Are pneumatic conveying systems energy-efficient?
    Yes, modern dilute phase systems are engineered for optimized air-to-material ratios, reducing energy consumption and wear & tear.
  • 7. How much maintenance is required?
    πŸ‘‰ Very little. Pneumatic conveying systems have few moving parts. Regular checks of filters, blowers, and air supply ensure smooth, low-maintenance operation.

❓FAQ - Mechanical Conveyors System

  • 1. What are mechanical conveyors used for?
    πŸ‘‰ For continuous, safe, and efficient transport of powders, solids, or unit loads.
  • 2. Which types of conveyors does Orchid manufacture?
    πŸ‘‰ Tube Chain, Screw, Belt, Idler Roller Belt, and Roller Conveyors.
  • 3. Can these conveyors be customized?
    πŸ‘‰ Yes , customized for capacity, length, material of construction, and application.
  • 4. Are these conveyors suitable for food & pharma?
    πŸ‘‰ Yes , hygienic SS304/SS316 designs ensure dust-free, contamination-free operation.
  • 5. Do you provide horizontal and vertical conveying?
    πŸ‘‰ Yes , conveyors can handle horizontal, inclined, and vertical applications.

❓ FAQ – Bag Filling & Bagging Systems

  • 1. What types of bags can Orchid’s bag filling machines handle?
    πŸ‘‰ Our systems are designed for valve bags, open mouth bags, and jumbo FIBC bags, covering weights from 10 kg to 2000 kg.
  • 2. What is the difference between a valve bag and an open mouth bag filling system?
    πŸ‘‰ Valve Bag Filling Machines are best for fine powders with self-sealing valve spouts.
    πŸ‘‰ Open Mouth Bag Filling Systems are more versatile, suitable for powders, granules, or flakes, and can be closed by stitching, tying, or heat sealing.
  • 3. How accurate are these bagging systems?
    πŸ‘‰ With precision load cells, Orchid’s bag filling equipment achieves Β±0.2–0.5% accuracy for consistent and efficient packaging.
  • 4. Are these bagging machines suitable for food and pharma applications?
    Yes. We provide stainless steel GMP/FDA-compliant systems with hygienic and dust-free design for clean industries.
  • 5. Can the bag filling systems be integrated with other equipment?
    Absolutely. They can be linked with pneumatic conveyors, mechanical conveyors, or sealing equipment to form a complete packaging solution.
  • Note
    πŸ‘‰ Enhance your bulk packaging with Orchid’s Bag Filling Systems β€” valve, open mouth, or jumbo bag solutions for every industry.

❓ FAQs – Bulk Liquid Filling Systems

  • 1. What are Bulk Liquid Filling Systems?
    πŸ‘‰ They are systems designed to accurately and safely fill liquids into bulk containers like carboys, drums, and IBC totes.
  • 2. Can one system handle all container types?
    Yes, modular systems can be customized for carboys, drums, and totes.
  • 3. Are these systems suitable for hazardous chemicals?
    Yes, flameproof and explosion-proof designs are available for hazardous or volatile liquids.
  • 4. Do you offer automatic filling?
    Yes, Orchid provides both semi-automatic and fully automatic models.
  • 5. Which industries use these systems?
    πŸ‘‰ Food, pharma, chemicals, paints, agriculture, and industrial liquids.
  • Note
    πŸ‘‰ Orchid’s Bulk Liquid Filling Systems β€” engineered for safe, accurate, and spill-free liquid filling into carboys, drums, and IBC totes.

❓ FAQs - Industrial Mixers

  • Q1. What are industrial mixers used for?
    They are used for homogeneous blending of powders, granules, and bulk solids across food, pharma, nutraceutical, chemical, and construction industries.
  • Q2. What is the difference between Ribbon Blender and Paddle Mixer?
    Ribbon Blender is best for dry, free-flowing powders, while Paddle Mixer is designed for fragile or heat-sensitive materials that need gentle mixing.
  • Q3. Do you manufacture jacketed type blenders?
    Yes , Orchid offers jacketed blenders with heating and cooling jackets for temperature-controlled processes.
  • Q4. Are your mixers GMP compliant?
    Yes, we manufacture in GMP-compliant SS304/SS316L stainless steel, suitable for pharma and food.
  • Q5. Can you customize mixers as per requirement?
    Absolutely. We provide customized capacity, design, and operation type (batch/continuous) to match client requirements.
  • πŸ‘‰ Take the Next Step
    Orchid’s Industrial Mixers β€” engineered for uniform, safe, and efficient powder & granule mixing across industries.

❓ FAQs – Drum Lifter & Tilter

  • 1. What is a Drum Lifter & Tilter?
    πŸ‘‰ It is a system used to safely lift, tilt, and pour heavy drums without spillage, ensuring operator safety and efficiency.
  • 2. What drum sizes can it handle?
    πŸ‘‰ It is suitable for 50–220 L drums with capacities ranging from 200–500 kg.
  • 3. Is it compatible with steel and plastic drums?
    Yes, it can handle steel, plastic, and HDPE drums.
  • 4. Do you provide stainless steel models?
    Yes, SS 304/316 versions are available for pharma and food-grade applications.
  • 5. What models are available?
    πŸ‘‰ Orchid offers manual, hydraulic, and semi-electric drum lifter & tilter machines.
  • Note
    πŸ‘‰ Orchid’s Drum Lifter & Tilter β€” engineered for safe, dust-free, and efficient drum handling across multiple industries.