[Technical Column Update] How to Eliminate Rat Holes in Flour and Matcha? Testing the Effectiveness of Aeration Hoppers.

An accessory that eliminates powder blockages such as in rat hole bridges and promotes smooth discharge. It is used by attaching it to the hopper outlet.

【Smooth discharge by moving powder like a liquid, reducing labor and raw material loss】 It is used by connecting air. Air flows into the hopper, promoting the discharge by fluidizing the powder. 【Structure with excellent cleaning properties to prevent cross-contamination】 The inner hopper has fine holes that allow air to be drawn in. The interior of the holes has a structure close to straight, making it easier to clean even when powder gets inside compared to multiple layers of meshes with different roughness. This reduces the risk of contamination in cases of producing multiple types on the same line or in the pharmaceutical industry, where high hygiene levels are required. 【Would you like to experience powder fluidization?】 You can experience powder fluidization using the aeration hopper at "INTERPHEX OSAKA," one of the largest pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing technology exhibitions in Kansai! Please visit our booth. Event dates: February 25-27, 2025 Venue: Intex Osaka Booth location: Hall 5, 6-31 For visitor registration and other exhibited products, click here: https://www.monovate.co.jp/blog/blog/bipj-o2025/

• Other powder equipment

A stainless steel hopper that can be customized with up to 7 parts.

◆We solve these problems with stainless steel hoppers! "Poor usability," "Size doesn't fit," "Contents don't flow out smoothly." ◆Here’s what sets our stainless steel hoppers apart "You can specify the height." You can specify the height of the hopper body and the leg height in 10mm increments. This allows you to choose according to the installation location and work content, leading to increased work efficiency. "You can choose the discharge outlet." You can select fittings (such as unions, sockets, nipples, flanges) that match the connection destination. This prevents issues where the "type of fitting differs" or the "size of fitting differs" from the connection destination. "You can choose the hopper angle." You can choose the hopper angle from 45° (eccentric), 60°, or 90°. The hopper angle can affect the flowability of the contents, and selecting the hopper angle according to the contents can lead to improved workability, time savings, and stable quality. For more details, please refer to the PDF.

• Stainless steel utensils and containers

A feeding hopper with a surface treatment that allows powder to flow smoothly, ideal for feeding filling machines and large containers.

Powder Adhesion Prevention Input Hopper [THT-G] - The inner surface of the hopper has been treated with Gemini processing to prevent powder adhesion. - Since the surface is directly processed, there is no concern about the surface peeling off, unlike coatings. - It has good slip properties, making it less likely to experience bridging, allowing for smooth discharge. - The discharge port has a helix design, making installation, removal, and cleaning easy.

• Food Processing Equipment

We are pleased to announce that Tokyo Machine Works Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "INNOVATION EXPO 2025" to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 10 (Wednesday) to September 12 (Friday), 2025. 【Exhibited Equipment】 - 1-ton portable autonomous mobile robot (AMR) - 2-ton portable unmanned transport vehicle (AGV) - Shutter-equipped unmanned transport vehicle - Autonomous cleaning robot, etc. 【Booth Number】 - 6-405 You will have the opportunity to see each machine up close, including demonstrations that link the equipment together. We sincerely look forward to your visit during this event. Please note that pre-registration (free of charge) is required to attend the exhibition, so we kindly ask you to register using the link below. https://www.logistech-online.com/jp/registration.php?exhibitor=EX000072 If you would like an invitation, please request it through our contact form.

Contec has added a BTO menu for the Windows 11-based embedded OS - Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 to its industrial computer "MR4310 series" and has started accepting orders.

Contec has developed the Ethernet wireless converters "RP-WAH-SR12" and "RP-WAH-SR22," which utilize 920MHz sub-gigahertz wireless (IEEE 802.11ah) to enable Ethernet communication wirelessly even at distances of up to 1 km. Sales began on August 21, 2025. The new products are compact IEEE 802.11ah compliant wireless LAN converters that can be installed in various locations. The new Wi-Fi standard "IEEE 802.11ah," which utilizes sub-gigahertz wireless communication, became available in Japan in September 2022. It operates in the 920MHz band without the need for a license and can be used outdoors. Compared to conventional 920MHz wireless communication, it enables high-speed communication and the establishment of long-distance networks, making it expected to be utilized in large factories, plants, and farms. The new Ethernet wireless converters are designed to be lightweight and compact, allowing for installation in various locations such as walls and DIN rails with the included mounting brackets. Additionally, they support external antennas, enabling the construction of flexible wireless LAN systems.

Contec has developed a super compact business computer equipped with the Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra processor (Series 1), and has started accepting orders for the business computer "LPC-500 Series" (hereinafter referred to as the new product) from August 28, 2025. The new product is a super compact business computer featuring the Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra 5 processor 125U (Series 1, Meteor Lake-U). It is equipped with "Intel(R) AI Boost," which integrates an NPU into the CPU, allowing for the execution of AI functions such as image recognition and voice processing at high speed and low power consumption while reducing the load on the CPU and GPU. With ultra-compact dimensions of 150(W) × 150(D) × 33(H) mm, it comes with a vertical stand and VESA mounting brackets, enabling installation in tight spaces on desks, behind displays, or inside equipment without restriction. It adopts a BTO (Build to Order) method that allows customers to freely choose memory capacity, storage, OS, and more, enabling the order of a PC with specifications optimal for their needs and budget starting from just one unit.

The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed without causing any thermal impact on the base material. Repairs can be made even in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.