The issue:

In the realm of food packaging, granules undergo a journey from a loading tray to buckets, then progress into a hopper, and ultimately find their place in containers that are subsequently sealed. Throughout this process, static charges accumulate on the surfaces of the buckets and containers, and these charges are exacerbated by fluctuations in temperature. The consequence of these charges is the adherence of granules to the surfaces of the buckets and containers, leading to an undesirable outcome where some granules are inadvertently left behind. This issue manifests in containers being filled with fewer granules than the specified amount, including those in the critical sealing area, presenting a significant challenge in the packaging workflow.

The remedy:

Place the Valstat static eliminating bar in the indicated position, as illustrated below. These anti-static bars function by producing a harmonised stream of positive and negative ions aimed at the charged surface, effectively neutralising the charges. This process ensures precise and consistent filling.

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