KASON BLOG

Slick Sifting & Screening for Sluggish Nutraceutical Powders

Posted by Kason Corp on 04/7/2022 1:58 PM

When Dr. Stephen DeFelice coined the term "Nutraceutical"in 1989, he likely never imagined the word would come to represent such a large and fast-growing industry segment. Herbal products, vitamin/dietary supplements, fibers, phytonutrients, pre- and pro-biotics and protein/amino acids can all be found online and on shelving, and business is booming. Increasing numbers of health-conscious consumers, social media platforms touting various dietary health regimens, and pandemic-driven searches for products to strengthen immune system response have pushed nutraceutical industry growth and is expected to continue for the foreseeable future. 

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Topics: Circular Vibratory Screeners, Centrifugal Sifters

5 of the Most Common Reasons Why Vibratory Screens Fail

Posted by Alyssa Kaiser on 07/6/2021 1:15 PM

 

Screen failures can be caused by a number of factors. Just some of the reasons that we’ll cover today include screen fatigue, improper installation, corrosion, shock, and abrasion. Understanding why screens may fail will enable you to proactively inspect, maintain and replace your screens long before you find yourself in a downtime scenario.

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Topics: Circular Vibratory Screeners, Technical Articles, Aftermarket & Spare Parts, Screening Questions

Can Kason Supply Screens for Other Sifters in the Market?

Posted by Alyssa Kaiser on 06/1/2021 4:45 PM

 

Short answer – Yes!  

Kason manufactures and supplies K-SERIES screens and replacement parts that are compatible with various makes and models of circular vibratory screeners and centrifugal sifters currently on the market.

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Topics: Centrifugal Sifters, Aftermarket & Spare Parts, Screening Questions

The Many Applications Covered by K-SERIES Screens

Posted by Alyssa Kaiser on 05/14/2021 4:45 PM

 

Did you know that Kason offers a wide array of designs and options with our K-SERIES replacement screens? From standard high-performance designs to heavy-duty rings, finishes to comply with global safety and sanitary standards and more – we take pride in engineering and manufacturing screens with enhancements and features that will meet your specific application, material, and business needs.

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Topics: Circular Vibratory Screeners, Aftermarket & Spare Parts, Screening Questions

Automating Oyster and Clam Sorting with Vibratory Screeners

Posted by Alyssa Kaiser on 04/23/2021 2:17 PM
 
Shellfish hatcheries and nurseries have long relied upon traditional means of sorting their seed oysters and seed clams, sifting their bivalves by hand using wooden boxes equipped with mesh screen bottoms.
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Topics: Circular Vibratory Screeners, Aquaculture Industry

Oyster Nursery Automated Sorting with Vibratory Screener

Posted by Alyssa Kaiser on 04/22/2021 2:24 PM

 

In one of our most recent machine sales, we provide an efficient, automated sorting solution for one enterprising oyster nursery based in North Carolina.

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Topics: Circular Vibratory Screeners, Aquaculture Industry

The Impact of 3-A Authorization on Your Bottom Line

Posted by Jim Ling on 01/14/2021 6:15 PM

Pristine and safe equipment is essential when choosing industrial processing equipment for the food industry or other industries where consumer safety is a top concern. When humans or animals are going to consume the final product, you want to make sure that the processing machines are not subject to contamination of any type. For that reason, it’s important to look for the proper certifications.

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Topics: Sanitary Equipment

Cannabis Processing and the Value of Industrial Sifters

Posted by Jim Ling on 09/9/2020 2:15 PM

 

The cannabis processing industry has been quiet about processing methods for years. Until recently, manufacturers selling equipment for cannabis processing didn't have a clear understanding of the purpose of their machinery within the industry. Recent legal changes have eased the secrecy around both medicinal and recreational access to THC-containing products.

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Topics: Industrial Screeners & Industrial Sifters, Circular Vibratory Screeners, Cannabis & Hemp Industry, Centrifugal Sifters

Dryer Design: Choosing the Right Drying Technology

Posted by Sunny Nwadinma on 08/20/2020 8:45 PM

 

There are two major types of dryers: Direct and Indirect Dryers. Direct Dryers utilize hot air as the mechanism of water evaporation while Indirect Dryers utilize rotating heated surfaces to transmit heat into the wet product.

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Topics: Fluid Bed Processors, Thermal Processing

Centrifugal Sifter Helps Distillery Maximize Spent Grain

Posted by Jim Ling on 07/20/2020 6:00 PM

8 Feathers Distillery explains how Kason Corporation treats their waste stream to eliminate sewage surcharges, decrease solid waste disposal fees, and provides a “free” food source for local livestock to nearby farmers in an article published across the globe in Filtration + Separation, Industrial Water World, Brewer & Distiller International, and other publications. 

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Topics: Centrifugal Sifters, Distillery & Brewery, Case Histories