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What regulatory bodies do Lodige chemical processing equipment comply with?

Chemical processing applications are subject to multiple government and third-party industry-specific regulatory agencies. Lodige has never failed to meet the…

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How does Lodige chemical processing equipment ensure safety and compliance?

Lodige’s project development process features multiple technical review steps that all build into a comprehensive project risk assessment and compliance…

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Are chemical processing applications dangerous?

Many of the chemicals and reactions that occur in chemical processing applications are hazardous in nature, and it’s up to…

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What are some specific examples of chemical processing applications?

At Lodige, we’ve worked with these specific chemical processing applications and many others:

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What is chemical processing?

In general, chemical processing involves changing chemicals or chemical compounds from one state into another, typically through a chemical reaction…

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How can building material mixing processes meet international sustainability demands?

More and more international entities are pressing for environmental protection and sustainability to be integrated into construction markets, now reaching…

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What are the most common building material mixing challenges that Lodige solves?

While every application that we work on is unique, we tend to solve the following challenges experienced by our building…

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What compliance entities does Lodige satisfy with building material mixers?

Building materials are used in highly regulated construction and engineering environments, which in turn makes the manufacturing of such materials…

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What types of mixers are used for building materials?

Virtually all types of mixing systems are used across the range of building materials and their upstream ingredients. In fact,…

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What are some examples of building material products that require mixing?

Building material products are generally broken down into functional categories, such as:

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How does viscosity affect the battery materials mixing process?

Battery slurries are “non-Newtonian,” meaning their thickness changes under stress. They can reach viscosities of multi-million centipoise (thicker than peanut…

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What types of mixers are used for battery electrodes?

Different chemistries and scales require specific mixing mechanisms:

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Does a turnkey system cost more than buying individual machines?

While the initial sticker price of an integrated system may seem higher than buying piecemeal, the total cost of ownership…

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What happens if a component from a subcontractor fails?

Because Lodige is your single point of contact, you don’t need to track down the subcontractor. Our customer service team…

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How do you ensure the system will work before it arrives at my site?

We perform a factory acceptance test (FAT) at our facility. We assemble the critical parts of the system and run…

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What are the steps from vision to commissioning?

We follow a structured four-step process to ensure nothing is missed:

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How is the documentation managed for such a complex system?

Documentation is often the most overlooked part of a project until an audit or a breakdown occurs. We provide comprehensive…

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Can you integrate the system with our existing factory ERP or SCADA?

Yes. Modern manufacturing requires data transparency. Our electrical engineering team designs control systems (using platforms like Siemens or Rockwell) that…

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How do you handle the integration of third-party equipment?

When an integrated system requires specialized components that we don’t manufacture in-house, we act as the general contractor, using our…

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What does single-source accountability actually mean for my project?

In a typical build, a manufacturer might buy a mixer from Company A, a conveyor from Company B and a…

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What kind of support is available after the installation?

We provide a global after-sales service network. This includes:

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How long does it take to integrate a new coater into an existing line?

Through our customized solution approach, we handle the electrical engineering and assembly. Because we perform extensive testing before shipping, the…

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Are Lodige coaters compliant with explosion-proof standards?

Yes. When using organic solvents (which are flammable), the coater must be ATEX or explosion-proof rated. We offer customized systems…

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How do you prevent tablet breakage during the coating process?

Tablet “attrition” (chipping) occurs if the tumbling action is too aggressive. Gentle mixing elements and variable speed drum drives allow…

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Can one machine handle both film coating and sugar coating?

Yes. While film coating is faster and more common for modern medicine, sugar coating is still required for specific traditional…

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How do you minimize “spray loss” in large-scale production?

Synchronized pumping systems can be used to minimize spray loss, along with optimizing the nozzle-to-tablet bed distance. By creating a…

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What is the advantage of a “fully automated” cleaning system (WIP/CIP)?

In pharmaceutical manufacturing, cross-contamination is a primary risk. Clean-in-place allows for faster changeover times between different products and significantly lower…

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Can processes be combined?

Yes. Single-pot systems allow mixing, granulating, and drying.

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Why do lumps form?

Over-wetting or poor spray distribution.

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What controls granule size?

Binder rate, spray rate, and mixing intensity.

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