Shell Washing

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Shell Washing

Shell Washing

Descon’s product offering in empty shell handling began with our acquisition of technology from Convey Systems, which was once considered the market leader in shell washing and drying. Since that time, we have added our own touches and have since provided systems that are unparalleled by our competitors.

Our offerings include vertical and horizontal dry trash removal systems, the ultimate shell washer and a hot air recirculating shell drying system. Coupled with our shell conveyor and integration capabilities, we are uniquely qualified to assist you in this area.

Shell Washing Features

Dry Trash Removal

Descon Dry Trash Removal Systems remove loose debris within shells or crates including paper, caps, labels and other foreign materials prior to washing or packing.

Benefits

  • No tool, simple changeover for different shell sizes.
  • Energy efficient air blower.
  • Easily integrated with Descon Shell Washing System.
  • Hygienic 304 stainless steel design and fabrication.
  • Large capacity trash collection basket on castors for easy removal.

Horizontal Format

  • An inline, common elevation floor level unit normally placed upstream of the Descon Shell Washer.
  • High volume, high pressure blower to ensure maximum removal capability.
  • Friction top chain conveyor feed to ensure no slip indexing through the tip up position.
  • Close connected to shell washer or stand-alone.

Vertical Format

  • Suited to applications where shells are supplied at a high level and discharged at production level.
  • Stainless steel frame and chute construction.
  • Gravity fed, simple operation.
  • Debris removal through gravity or with high volume, high pressure blower.
  • Pneumatic stop assembly to maintain shell prime.

Shell Washer

Descon high pressure Shell Washers provide outstanding performance with unsurpassed reliability. They are tested in the harshest of environments, exceeding expectations every time.

Benefits

  • Debris removal and elimination of bacterial growth.
  • No tool simple, quick changeover for different shell sizes.
  • Easy access to internal components.
  • Automatic water makeup and level detection.
  • Easily integrated with Descon Shell Drying System.

Washing Process

  • Thoroughly washes and rinses plastic shells prior to delivery to the packaging area.
  • Delivery of shells by stainless steel flighted drag chain.
  • Large diameter rails for shells positioning prior to and through washer.
  • High pressure heated water spray from a steam heat exchanger.
  • Detergent injection into the wash zone for maximum cleaning and bacteria kill.
  • Fresh cold water injection for water make-up.

Clean Design Principles

  • Sloped floors facilitate drain and easy cleaning.
  • Flushing headers for full contact of internal components to avoid algae or bacterial growth.
  • Hygienic 304 stainless steel design and fabrication.
  • Rotary drum filtration system for continuous cleaning of recirculation water.
  • Water dosing systems for treatment including detergent and rinse agent injection.

Shell Dryer

Descon Shell Dryers recirculate air through moisture eliminators, keeping the air dry and hot. Air knives are strategically located to provide the very best drying possible. Up to 99% dryness is obtainable.

Benefits

  • Quick changeover for different shell sizes.
  • Energy efficient air blowers.
  • Hygienic 304 stainless steel design and fabrication.
  • Access to internal components without tools.
  • Easily integrated with Descon Shell Washing System.

Shell Drying

  • Controlled conveying of shells via stainless-steel flighted drag chain.
  • High volume, high pressure blowers to ensure maximum effective water removal.
  • Drying capability for production speeds of up to 70 shells per minute.
  • Air recirculation with moisture eliminators ensure air remains hot and dry.

Clean Design Principles

  • Access panels into the tunnel for easy cleaning.
  • Hygienic 304 stainless steel design and fabrication.
  • Smooth, streamlined construction for easy housekeeping.