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Coal inventory in silos or sheds is challenging due to dust and humidity. 3D laser scanners suit sheds with moderate dust for detailed mapping. 80GHz radar is best for enclosed silos with extreme dust/steam for deep penetration. Keeping track of bulk coal inventory is a persistent operational challenge. In large storage sheds and tall silos, heavy airborne dust, humid vapor, and shifting material piles make accurate volume estimation exceptionally difficult. Measuring these stockpiles precisely is essential to maintain steady boiler feed rates in power plants while protecting silos from structural damage caused by asymmetrical loading. Both 3D laser scanners and millimeter-wave 3D radars offer automated, non-contact volumetric tracking—each excelling in specific plant environments. Key Takeaways: * 3D Laser Scanning: Best for indoor coal sheds and semi-enclosed domes with light-to-moderate dust where high-density spatial resolution and detailed surface mapping are needed. * 80GHz Millimeter-Wave Radar: Ideal for enclosed coal silos with extreme dust, high humidity, and heavy steam due to its superior signal penetration. * Operational Impact: Both technologies eliminate high-risk manual climbing,…

The robust Master 140 cable stripper processes thick and armored cables with diameters from 30 mm to 140 mm. Its dual-blade system enables precise and safe cable processing. Solid Dual-Blade System The Master 140 is equipped with a solid dual-blade system for splitting armored cables with diameters from 30 mm to 140 mm. Both horizontal blades cut simultaneously and can be adjusted independently to the required cutting depth. Cable diameter adjustment is performed manually via two handwheels. Safe Feeding and Transport The cable is inserted via a long feed chute with a roller system. The cable stripper is equipped with a foot switch, although continuous operation can also be set. Following the cutting process, the cable is conveyed further by rollers and can be removed easily. Maintenance and Features The blades of the Master 140 can be easily and safely removed, resharpened, and reinstalled. * Safe operation and simple maintenance * Operating manual in German * Machine CE Declaration of Conformity * Spare parts (blades, feed rollers) available

Brokk DA GmbH has received VDBUM certification for its Brokk Academy, offering certified training for remote-controlled demolition robots – essential for dismantling, deconstruction, and recycling preparation. Friedenweiler in the Black Forest – August 2026. Brokk DA GmbH has received official certification from the VDBUM (Association of the Construction Industry, Environmental and Machine Technology) to offer its "Brokk Academy" for training specialists on remote-controlled demolition robots. According to the company, Brokk is the only provider offering this specialized qualification, thereby providing its customers with unique added value. The courses combine practical hands-on training with theoretical content, covering safe machine operation, occupational safety, application options, and legal aspects for job site deployment. "The certification is an important milestone for us," explains Nicole Bock, Management Assistant at Brokk DA GmbH. "It confirms our commitment not only to providing our customers with top-tier machinery, but also to equipping them with the necessary know-how and giving contractors legal certainty. With the Brokk Academy, we offer practical and unique…

Backers delivers the fifth star screen machine to J+B Küpers: a wheel-mobile 2-fraction machine with 140 kW and up to 200 m³ throughput per hour. With the delivery of a new wheel-mobile 2-fraction star screen (type: 2-ma), J+B Küpers is expanding its machinery fleet for professional soil processing. Just a few months earlier, the company took delivery of a tracked 2-fraction star screen (type: 2-ta). Both machines were manufactured by Backers and exemplify a machine concept that combines high performance, efficient material processing, and flexible application options. Five machines in a 30-year partnership The two new additions are part of a partnership between Backers and J+B Küpers that has lasted around 30 years. In total, the star screen technology specialist has delivered five machines to the company. For Backers, this partnership holds special significance: although the company markets its screening technology worldwide, this long-standing customer is located only about twelve kilometres from the factory in Twist. "Long-term customer relationships only develop when machines perform convincingly in daily…

Wet coal in silos causes inaccurate inventory, wall clinging, and structural stress. The RETTAR 3DPro 2300 Radar Scanner provides precise 3D real-time bulk solids monitoring, preventing blockages and ensuring safe, accurate fuel management. Peak summer electricity demands require power plants to maintain maximum fuel reserves. However, high seasonal humidity and heavy rainstorms make stored coal wet and cohesive, causing material to stick to vessel walls and form hidden internal cavities. Deploying an advanced system, such as the RETTAR 3DPro 2300 Radar Scanner, addresses these measurement errors by replacing single-point estimations with continuous radar tracking—ensuring reliable bulk inventory tracking, preventing structural wall damage, and enabling safe fuel management. Seasonal Hazards vs. 3D Real-Time Bulk Monitoring Solutions Summer humidity and heavy rainfall create severe material handling challenges in power generation plants. Wet coal becomes highly cohesive, causing it to cling to vessel walls and form dangerous hidden arches or cavities. Traditional meters often measure a single high spot, mistaking a half-empty vessel for a full one and causing critical fuel supply disruptions. Furthermore,…

Rotonivo® rotary paddle switches combined with the NivoLED® status light increase visibility, process safety and response times in the wood processing industry for Hazardous Areas Large quantities of wood shavings and wood chips are generated during wood processing operations. In many facilities, these residual materials are utilised for energy generation and are combusted to produce heat and electricity. Reliable Monitoring of Wood Shavings At a major European manufacturer of wood-based materials, the resulting wood residues are utilised in an on-site biomass power plant. Before being used for energy generation, the materials are temporarily stored in several silos. Level monitoring of the facility is managed centrally via a control system. Around 300 measurement points are integrated into the central plant visualisation system. For point level detection within the silos, UWT Rotonivo® RN 6003 and RN 6004 rotary paddle level switches had already been installed. Challenge: Elevated Temperatures and Fast Status Recognition Due to the close proximity of the biomass power plant and the resulting radiant heat, elevated process temperatures are also…

Harsh industrial conditions cause inaccurate bulk solids inventory in silos. Advanced 80GHz 3D level scanners, rigorously tested for extreme environments, provide continuous, precise volumetric measurement for reliable stock control. Industrial bulk material processing relies on accurate stock monitoring to prevent unexpected production stoppages. During peak summer operations, extreme heat, high humidity, and heavy dust cause material caking along vessel walls, leading to significant inventory accounting errors. Deploying an advanced 3D level scanner for silos addresses these data gaps by replacing manual estimations with continuous radar tracking, ensuring reliable stock records, enhanced workplace safety, and seamless factory material flow. Extreme Industrial Conditions Threaten Silo Inventory Management Maintaining precise bulk inventory presents ongoing operational challenges when field sensors operate in harsh plant conditions. Silo tops frequently reach temperatures above 60°C, which can cause standard electronic components to suffer signal drift or thermal throttling. At the same time, internal humidity causes fine powders to cake and cling to internal walls, creating hollow spaces that…