CSA APPROVED! - Heavy Duty or Sanitary Options
Mobile Options - Quick SHIP Options - 575v Options
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At Rate Technology Systems, we are the exclusive Canadian representatives of Flexicon®, a global leader in dry bulk material handling solutions. Flexicon’s Bag Dump Stations are designed to capture dust released during the manual emptying of powders and bulk solids from hand-held bags and containers. This reduces material waste by directing collected dust back into the hopper, while also preventing plant contamination and minimizing cleanup associated with remote dust collectors. Send us a Quote Request, and let us help you engineer the right solution for your plant. Yes, we are offer 575v and CSA certs on motors and electrical components! |
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Also known as sack tip or bag break stations, these units maintain a clean work environment through:
 Simple Operation: Open the hood, turn on the fan, and pour materials through the hopper screen. |
 Dust Control: A powerful vacuum fan draws airborne particles away from the operator into high-efficiency cartridge filters. |
 Self-Cleaning Filters: A reverse-pulse system periodically blasts compressed air to remove accumulated dust from the filters, which then returns to the hopper. |
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 Continuous Performance: Alternating filter pulses allow for uninterrupted operation. |
 Operator & Plant Safety: By capturing dust at the source, the system improves air quality and reduces material loss. |
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Flexicon Bag Dump Stations can be equipped with integrated bag compactors that compress empty bags and contain dust during disposal. Key features include:
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Cleanliness & Plant Maintenance
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Worker Safety
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Flexible Screw Conveyors - Bag dump stations provide a convenient and efficient method for feeding material directly into flexible screw conveyors, supporting smooth and consistent flow.
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Tubular Cable Conveyors - When handling delicate or friable materials, bag dump stations help load these gently into tubular cable conveyors, minimizing breakage or product degradation.
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Pneumatic Conveying Systems - For moderate throughput needs, manual bag dump stations serve as an effective solution to introduce materials into pneumatic conveying lines, offering controlled and dust-reduced transfer.
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Weigh Batching Systems - Bag dump stations integrate seamlessly with weigh batching setups, especially when dealing with minor or micro ingredient additions. Their precision and dust control make them a reliable choice for upstream feeding in batching operations.
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Specialty and Hazardous Materials Handling - Pairing the station with a glove box or containment system enables safe unloading of toxic powders, allergens, potent APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients)
 Filling Day Bins or Surge Hoppers - When small to medium batches need to be transferred into day bins or surge hoppers for later use, a bag dump station provides efficient, low-dust feeding, quick operator access and space-saving installation 
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Feeding Blenders and Mixers - Bag dump stations can be placed directly above ribbon blenders, paddle mixers, or cone screw mixers to feed dry powders or granular materials. This allows for controlled ingredient addition, minimized dust exposure at the mixer and improved ergonomics for operators
Feeding Tablet Presses in Pharma/Nutraceuticals - manual ingredient addition to tablet presses or capsule machines can be done using sanitized bag dump stations with glove boxes and HEPA filtration for controlled atmosphere and safety, minimized product loss and compliance with GMP standards Charging Dryers or Fluid Beds - Stations can also be used to introduce material into rotary dryers, flash dryers, or fluid bed dryers, especially when automated handling isn’t justified due to batch size or plant layout.
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JOHNSTONE, SCOTLAND — Hannah’s Sweets, a confectionery manufacturer known for products like Jazzies and Snowies, processes up to 60 tonnes of dry ingredients weekly. To reduce manual bag handling, control dust, and maintain hygiene, the company replaced manual dumping with a Flexicon bag dump station and pneumatic conveying system. The integrated solution handles a wide range of bulk densities and transfers material from manually dumped bags to three mixing tanks through a fully enclosed conveying system. Automated diverter valves and PLC controls ensure accurate batching, while filter receivers and dust collection maintain a clean production environment. The system fully evacuates material during each cycle, eliminating waste and minimizing cleaning time. Since installation, Hannah’s has increased efficiency, improved sanitation, and achieved reliable, maintenance-free operation. |
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Milk Powder |
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Sugar |
Salt |
Fly Ash |
Silica Sand |
Plastics |
Talc |
