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PIPELINE DELUMPER solves process problem for NC meat processor.

As part of their meat processing system, a Maxton, NC meat processor used a 200 psi pipeline system to convert meat solids into a smooth processed meat product.

The problem was that lumps consisting of powders, oils and deboned ground chicken parts in the process fluid were plugging and bridging the pipeline system. Their deboned, round chicken parts had a tendency to lump up, causing the system to grind to a halt. The result was a frequent need to dismantle and cleanout the piping. Additionally, they were faced with plugged pumps that required frequent maintenance.

When production schedules were not being met and maintenance costs were skyrocketing, an urgent solution was called for. That's when their engineers called on Franklin Miller. Franklin Miller engineers, working closely with the plant personnel, determined that a Pipeline Delumper strategically installed in the system would most likely break the solids down before they had a chance to agglomerate and bridge. Initially skeptical that this inline unit could handle the difficult solids encountered in their sytem, the plant management agreed to put a unit in on an initial rental basis.

The results were immediate and impressive. The solids and agglomerates were intensively processed and disintegrated by the forceful intermeshing of the unit's cutting elements. Not only did the frequent plugging problems cease, but the consistency of the ground meat product improved as well. Additionally, the need for pump tear down was eliminated almost completely. Based on the results of the initial rental, the unit was purchased by Maxton.

The Pipeline Delumper is an inline pressure rated unit that employs a rugged bar grating and impeller both constructed of stainless steel. The cutting elements were provided with an optional fused coated hardfacing of chrome boride. The unit is driven by an electric motor and drive. These pressure rated units are provided with a choice of packings, double or single mechanical seals or gas seals. The units are available for pipe sized of 3" through 24".