Cylinder Bank: understand how it works and how it can optimize your grain production

The cylinder bank is one of the most important parts in a wheat mill, responsible for transforming grains into flour.

In this post, we will explain what a cylinder bank is, how it works, what types exist, as well as talk about the importance of preventive maintenance.

What is the cylinder bank?

The cylinder bank is a set of cylinders that work together to grind wheat grains. It consists of a set of cylinders, which are responsible for carrying out different stages of the milling process.

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How does the cylinder bank work?

The milling process begins in the first cylinder, called the breaking cylinder. This cylinder has grooves on its surface that break the wheat grains, separating the grain husk from the kernel. The material then passes to the second cylinder, called the reduction cylinder, where the particles are reduced in size. The third cylinder, known as the finishing cylinder, is responsible for leaving the flour with the appropriate grain size.

Types of cylinder banks:

There are several types of roller banks, the most common being smooth, corrugated or grooved roller banks, which can have cylinders arranged at 45 degrees or parallel. Each type has its own particularities, for example, corrugated roller banks have grooves on the surface of the cylinders, which help to separate the bran and the endosperm. Smooth roller banks do not have grooves and are used in later stages of the milling process.

It is important to have a cylinder bank that is easy to adjust in order to obtain the best performance, this is where the Idugel Group Cylinder Banks stand out in the market.

Preventive maintenance of a cylinder bank:

Preventative maintenance of the cylinder bank is essential to ensure its proper functioning and avoid possible stoppages in the grinding process. It is important that maintenance is carried out by qualified professionals and that original parts are used, thus ensuring the quality and durability of the equipment.

Some of the main precautions that must be taken when maintaining the cylinder bank include cleaning the cylinders, or changing the rolls, when necessary, lubricating moving parts, checking transmission belts, when applicable, and replacing worn or damaged parts.

Why choose the Idugel Group cylinder bank?

The Idugel Group is recognized as one of the leading companies in the grain milling equipment segment, and offers complete solutions for the food industry. Our cylinder banks are manufactured with high-quality materials, providing greater durability and resistance.

The flexibility to choose between three supply lines: Chromium, Titanium It is Platinum, allows our customers to have access to all types of cylinder bank options on the market, from the best cost benefit, up to the most modern solution available on the market.

Cylinder benches from the Platinum line, for example, no longer use transmission belts and allow grinding adjustment settings that can be automatically adjusted according to the type of product to be ground, thus it is also possible to obtain energy savings and better performance with this technology.

Already the TITANIUM line cylinder banks, are robust and durable, proven by decades of operation in the most diverse conditions, with sanitization and aspiration characteristics compatible with the best manufacturing practices, allowing the customer greater ease in certifying their installation and guaranteeing “food safety” practices.

In addition, we have a highly qualified technical team to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the equipment. We also provide original spare parts, which guarantees the quality and safety of the grinding process.

Choosing the right cylinder bank for each need is crucial, taking into account factors such as grain type, production capacity and desired quality of the final product. In addition, periodic preventive and corrective maintenance is essential to ensure the longevity and efficiency of the equipment.

The Idugel Group is a manufacturer of cylinder banks, with high-quality equipment, cutting-edge technology and specialized technical support to meet the specific needs of each client. Contact us and learn about our solutions to optimize grain and cereal processing in your company.

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