Palmary Sobco Algeria Storage Silos Humidity Control
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The Challenge
Palmary Sobco, Algeria’s leading chocolate and biscuit manufacturer, faced a critical challenge in their raw material storage facilities:
Hygroscopic Materials
Their vast silos stored highly moisture-sensitive ingredients including powdered milk, cocoa, sugar, and flour
Pneumatic Transport Issues
These raw materials were transported to production via pneumatic piping systems that would frequently clog when ingredients absorbed excessive moisture
Fine Particle Environment
The storage area contained high concentrations of fine powder particles, making conventional filtration-based air treatment solutions impractical
Space Constraints
Limited available space for equipment installation complicated potential solutions
Dual Humidity Risks
A delicate balance was required—too high humidity caused material clumping and clogging, while too low humidity created electrostatic discharge risks during pneumatic transport
Product Quality Concerns
Moisture fluctuations created conditions conducive to bacterial growth, threatening raw material quality
Our Solution
Precision Humidity Control
BIZEYES designed and implemented a specialized humidity control system tailored to these unique challenges:
Specialized Desiccant Technology
Deployed advanced desiccant dehumidifiers capable of precise humidity regulation without relying on conventional filtration
Calibrated Humidity Setpoints
Engineered the system to maintain optimal moisture levels—low enough to prevent clumping but high enough to prevent electrostatic discharge
Particle-Resistant Design
Implemented special adaptations to handle the fine particle environment without compromising system performance
Space-Efficient Installation
Created a compact solution that fit within the limited available space
Continuous Monitoring
Integrated sensors to maintain consistent humidity levels throughout storage areas
Transformative Results
The implementation delivered immediate and significant improvements
Eliminated Pneumatic Clogging
Resolved the recurring problem of material clumping in transport systems
Enhanced Material Flow
Ensured smooth, consistent flow of raw ingredients to production
Maintained Product Quality
Created conditions that prevented bacterial growth in stored materials
Optimized Production Efficiency
Reduced downtime from clogged transport systems
Prevented Electrostatic Risks
Maintained humidity at levels that prevented potentially dangerous electrostatic discharge
Extended Equipment Life
Reduced wear on pneumatic transport systems through consistent material properties
Strategic Impact
Beyond solving the immediate technical challenges, the solution delivered significant business benefits
Production Reliability
Eliminated unpredictable stoppages due to material flow issues
Reduced Waste
Decreased the amount of raw materials lost to moisture damage
Quality Assurance
Quality Assurance
Operational Safety
Mitigated risks associated with fine particle environments
Resource Optimization
Improved efficiency of both raw material storage and transport systems
Why This Solution Mattered
This project exemplifies BIZEYES’ expertise in solving complex environmental control challenges that require a precise balance of technical factors. By understanding both the physical properties of hygroscopic materials and the operational requirements of food manufacturing, we delivered a solution that addressed multiple risks simultaneously.
For Palmary Sobco, this wasn’t simply about controlling humidity—it was about ensuring reliable production, maintaining product quality, and optimizing their entire raw material handling process. BIZEYES’ ability to navigate these interrelated challenges demonstrates our commitment to providing truly comprehensive solutions to complex industrial problems.