by Stephanie Blest | Apr 21, 2022 | Control Systems & Technology, Custom Design & Build, Hycontrol
Concrete Products highlighted the collaboration between Oldcastle APG and Standley Batch Systems to create a fully bespoke layout that optimizes production efficiency, overall throughput, and safety in their latest issue. Click on the article below to read more about...
by Stephanie Blest | Oct 19, 2020 | Hycontrol, Material Handling Systems, Silos
While silo protection systems are vital to safe production, if they aren’t installed correctly, adequately maintained and routinely checked, they risk failure. Not only will a failure cause operational disruption and production loss, but it’s a health concern for both...
by Stephanie Blest | Aug 10, 2020 | Hycontrol, Silos
When it comes to employee and equipment safety, the SHIELD silo protection system from Hycontrol has revolutionized how plants operate. This turn-key system provides control and test functions to prevent silo over-pressurization and filter blinding, and comes packed...
by Stephanie Blest | Aug 10, 2020 | Hycontrol, Material Handling Systems, Silos
There’s no avoiding it: Testing silo-top equipment is essential for any plant handling powder- or dust-based materials. Most commonly, silo safety systems’ test buttons check that the beacon and alarm on the panel are working. Unfortunately, this does little to...