Automated Flexible Conveyor has introduced a dust-tight bulk material handling system that integrates its bulk bag unloader with the AFC Spiralfeeder screw conveyor into a single sealed unit. The system is designed to automatically unload bulk bags and transfer powdered materials into hoppers, mixers, reactors, and other downstream processing equipment while maintaining containment throughout the process.

According to Automated Flexible Conveyor, the integrated system was developed for a major nutritional products manufacturer to help eliminate dust emissions and material spillage during bulk powder transfer. By automating the unloading and conveying process, the system also reduces manual handling requirements and supports cleaner production environments.

The bulk material handling system is intended for food, plastics, chemical, pharmaceutical, and other manufacturing facilities where hygienic processing is important. The company says the sealed design helps reduce combustible dust risks, minimizes the need for workers to wear personal protective equipment during material transfer, and lowers product waste and housekeeping requirements.

Automated Flexible Conveyor designs and manufactures the integrated bulk bag unloading and conveying system at its New Jersey headquarters. The company also offers material testing at its on-site laboratory to verify throughput, product quality, and other application-specific performance targets.