A revolutionary technology has recently been unveiled in the plastics processing industry, marking a significant advancement in the seamless integration of feeding and blending processes. The Maguire Fusion, introduced at NPE2024, combines the controls of the WSB gravimetric batch blender with MGF gravimetric feeders to provide manufacturers with unparalleled precision and flexibility.
This innovative setup allows for precise dosing of additives or colors directly at the throat of the process, while the blender focuses on dosing and mixing prime materials. Frank Kavanagh, vice president of sales and marketing, emphasized the key benefits of this integration, stating that it offers processors complete control over the dosing and mixing process through a single interface. Furthermore, the removable hopper of the gravimetric feeder enables quick color or additive changes at the throat of the process, ensuring seamless production processes.
The configuration options of Maguire Fusion enhance flexibility in materials handling layout, allowing blenders to prepare prime mixes remotely while gravimetric feeders dose color and additives in line with the process. This setup can be triggered by an extruder signal or the cycle of a molding machine, providing manufacturers with greater control over their production processes.
The benefits of Maguire Fusion are numerous, including seamless control from a single touchscreen interface, easy installation enabling quick color and additive changes, automatic compensation for changes in regrind and natural dosing, and comprehensive materials data for enhanced tracking and reporting capabilities. Moreover, the universal applicability of Maguire Fusion allows for seamless integration with any existing Maguire blender or feeder installation, providing scalability with the addition or upgrade of components, thus future-proofing the investment for manufacturers.
With over 150 models of Maguire Gravimetric Blenders and three sizes of MGF Gravimetric Feeders, Maguire Fusion offers a wide range of options and accessories to customize any application, making it a versatile and adaptable solution for the plastics processing industry.
In conclusion, the introduction of the Maguire Fusion represents a significant advancement in feeding and blending technology, offering manufacturers enhanced precision, flexibility, and control in their production processes. This groundbreaking integration is poised to set a new standard in the plastics processing industry, catering to the evolving needs and demands of manufacturers worldwide.