El Transportador de tornillo flexible Spiroflow, a hallmark of our innovative solutions, has significantly boosted operations for Joseph Dobson & Sons Ltd, a leading boiled sweet manufacturer. As a dependable and precise volumetric feeder, it seamlessly transports sugar from a sack tip hopper to a steam pan. It plays a crucial role in the candy-making process, solidifying Spiroflow’s role in enriching this industry with efficiency and precision.
Seven years ago, Joseph Dobson initiated upgrades to automate certain aspects of production without compromising their time-honored sweet-making process. Key improvements focused on enhancing hygiene, health, safety, and labor efficiency. This strategic move modernized their operations while seamlessly integrating cutting-edge automation with traditional craftsmanship, setting a new benchmark for excellence in confectionery production.
Switching From Manual to Automated Sugar Handling
Before Spiroflow’s intervention, sugar handling was a manual process, posing challenges in meeting hygiene, health, and safety standards. The installation of Spiroflow’s transportador de tornillo flexible transformed this process, providing a reliable sugar feed and improving operational objectives.
Tailored Conveyor Solutions for Optimal Efficiency
Originally longer with three bends, the conveyor was optimized by shortening and straightening it, enhancing its efficiency and reliability. This adjustment, along with a new sack tip hopper, ensured consistent sugar delivery to the steam pan, critical for maintaining the quality of Joseph Dobson’s renowned sweets.
Reach the Unmatched Precision and Reliability With The Spiroflow Conveyor Technologies
The team of 20 dedicated employees at Joseph Dobson & Sons Ltd is currently producing over 2 million boiled sweets every week. With at least 42 “boilings” taking place during each 8-hour shift, the precision and reliability of the Spiroflow flexible screw conveyor become indispensable for achieving such impressive output.
Every batch is carefully poured onto a temperature-controlled confectionery table. Here, skilled operatives meticulously mix and fold in the flavorings, essences, medicinal, and color elements. Their unmatched precision is key to maintaining the high-quality standards that this range of candies is known for. The list of some of the candies produced includes:
- Yorkshire Mixtures,
- Humbugs,
- Pear Drops,
- Voice Tablets,
- Butter Mintoes.
Streamline Sweet Manufacturing With Spiroflow’s Customized Conveyor Solution
Initially, the Spiroflow flexible screw conveyor was about two and a half times its current length and included three bends. Usually, a single continuous curve is advised. Despite this unconventional setup, it functioned very effectively for six years before needing a new spiral. When it came time for replacement, the decision was made to shorten the conveyor.
We removed the unnecessary bends and introduced a new sack tip hopper specifically for the boiling room. This revamped setup now provides exceptionally reliable feed rates. Given that the steam pan requires a precise amount of sugar, glucose, and water added simultaneously, the total weight must fall within the specified tolerance.
This way, the weight will maintain the correct ratio of oil flavorings, essential oils, and color elements, ensuring quality isn’t compromised. The conveyor’s performance is meticulously recorded daily, consistently showing it meets the required weight within a 9.4-minute run time. “We are ecstatic about the accuracy,” says Stephen Walshaw, Managing Director.
Let the Spiroflow Be Your Partner in Success
Cathy Podevyn, our Sales and Marketing Director, highlights this case as an exemplar of how Spiroflow’s flexible screw conveyor can drive operational improvements hygienically and efficiently. In conclusion, Stephen Walshaw said, “Spiroflow is brilliant to deal with. They give us all the support we need quickly and efficiently.”
Elevate Your Production Efficiency With Spiroflow Solutions
espiroflujo stands as one of the leading conveyor manufacturers in the industry, offering a spectrum of options tailored to enhance your production process. Our expertise in conveyor belts, conveyor belt systems, and cutting-edge technologies allows us to address all of your needs. By ensuring unparalleled efficiency and quality, our innovative solutions are dedicated to improving your operational flow and output. To discover how we can support your production needs and for more information on our products, Contáctenos today. Our team is ready to help you navigate through the options and choose the ideal conveyor for your business.
