Bega Cheese: drying solution
Challenge
To dry cream cheese jars to enable the effective application of paper labelling (standard) and pressure sensitive wrap-around labelling (future need). Our client required a consistent cost effective solution, which would be economical to run.
Solution
Initially we visited the site and looked at the problems the client was experiencing. Following this inspection and listening to their needs, two Low Noise Dri-line units were supplied in-series to ensure dryness requirements were achieved. These two units were incorporated in an acoustic enclosure to contain the noise and spray. The air delivery devices required in this case were quite elaborate because they needed to target the jar sides, under-cap, and tops of lids.
After a request by Bega Cheese, we re-visited the site. Bega was having a few problems which they needed to resolve prior to the introduction of the wrap-around pressure sensitive labelling. During the visit we identified that Bega had created a number of errors in the installation of the drying units. Dynamic Engineering Australia (DEA) provided a detailed list of improvements, including an additional equipment list.
Bega enlisted DEA to return to site with the new items and oversee the correction of the initial installation, including the fitting of the new equipment.
Satisfaction
Having both units correctly installed and additional jet plates fitted, Bega Cheese now has dry cream cheese jars for labelling. Wastage is now minimal, but also, the possible health risk from bacteria forming around the lid has also been completely removed.
This means that along with the low running costs, we have a satisfied customer and they have equipment that is already paying for itself.
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