Sterlco SGBD Series Batch Gravimetric Blenders - Manual (Page 30)

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2-4 Optional Components
The following is a list of options, which your blender may have been equipped with:
Pneumatic Slide Gate below Mixer
The Batch blending system can be equipped with an optional pneumatic slide gate below the
mixing chamber. The gate is used in applications when the blender is mounted above a large
hopper, or for gaylord filling, etc. This gate holds the material in the mixing section, to ensure
that it is properly mixed. Control of the mixer function is described below, and is determined
by the position of the “knife gate switch” located on the side of the back control panel.
Slide gates create a pinch-point hazard
Figure 13: Mixer Slide Gate Switch Positions
Position Description
AUTO
Slide gate functions are automatically controlled by the blender
controller
OPEN Slide gate open all the time
CLOSE Slide gate closed all the time
Low Level Sensors
Detect material supply problems before blender supply hoppers are empty.
Remote Touch Screen
This section describes the optional Remote Touch Screen. It is useful in situations when the
access to the control panel is difficult or limited. This remote control panel may be located up
to 50 cable feet away from the blender control panel. (Note: a signal amplifier may be
required for long distances. Consult factory with actual application.)
The remote interface provides the operator with all the functions of the standard Batch
blender control panel. The keypad and display are identical to the blender panel.
Every Batch blender panel includes a remote interface connection, and simply plugs into the
appropriate connector. The remote touch screen is an option and is not included with the
standard blender.
Mezzanine and Floor Stands
Supports blenders in mezzanine mount and freestanding applications.
Figure 14: Typical Floor Stands (Surge Hopper Stand & Gaylord Fill Stand)
• The Remote Touch Screen option provides a second operator control.