Page 2 - serial numbers here
Page 2 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Model # Serial # Write down your Blender ________________ ________________ serial numbers here _____________ _____________ for future reference ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ____________...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; General; Mitsubishi; Shipping
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 3 of 118 Table of Contents Table of Contents ......................................................................................... 3 Safety Considerations .................................................................................. 5 Annex ...
Page 5 - Safety Considerations
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 5 of 118 Safety Considerations Sterling equipment is designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes. To avoid possible personal injury or equipment d...
Page 6 - Sterling; The equipment is distributed in Europe by our European facility:
Page 6 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Sterling “SGB-E” Series Blenders This blender is manufactured by ACS, Inc. at the ACS-Wood Dale facility: ACS, Inc. 801 AEC Drive Wood Dale, IL 60191 Phone: 630.595.1060 Fax: 630.595.6641 The equipment is distributed in Europe by our Europea...
Page 7 - Annex B Information
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 7 of 118 Annex B Information The following design information is provided for your reference: 1. No modifications are allowed to this equipment that could alter the CE compliance 2. Ambient temperature: 40 degrees Celsius – Maximum (104 degrees Fahre...
Page 8 - General Information; -2 Equipment Function
Page 8 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1 General Information 1-1 Introduction We are pleased to supply Sterling auxiliary equipment for your facility. We manufacture a complete line of auxiliary equipment to satisfy all of your material handling, process cooling, scrap reclaim, s...
Page 9 - -5 Necessary Documents; This Operation, Installation, and Service manual; -6 System Capabilities; SGB Blenders
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 9 of 118 1-5 Necessary Documents The documents listed below are necessary for proper installation, operation and maintenance of SGB Series Gravimetric Batch Blenders. You can obtain additional copies from the Service Department at Sterling or ACS Eur...
Page 10 - -8 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender Mechanical Features; and “HC” mixer designs promote homogeneity
Page 10 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-8 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender Mechanical Features SGB Slide Gate Blender • Efficient Opti-Mixer ® and “HC” mixer designs promote homogeneity • Exclusive diamond design slide gate metering assemblies meter a large range for free flowing pel...
Page 11 - -9 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender with; Features; Quick Set
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 11 of 118 1-9 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender with Mitsubishi Touch- Screen Control Features • LCD touch-screen interface display operator control panel with 8’ cable • Target vs. actual set point verification • Inventory accumulation for all ingredients ...
Page 13 - -11 Model SGB Blender System Component Description; SGB
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 13 of 118 1-11 Model SGB Blender System Component Description This section describes the various components of the blending system. The SGB blending system is made up of the following components: 1-11-1 Material Supply Hoppers 1-11-2 Slide Gate Meter...
Page 14 - Each hopper is equipped with a sight glass and/or access door.; Typical Material Supply Hoppers
Page 14 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-11-1 Material Supply Hoppers The material supply hoppers are located on top of the blender frame. These hoppers store a supply of material for the individual metering devices. They are sized based on the total throughput of the blender. T...
Page 15 - The metering range assumes
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 15 of 118 1-11-2 Slide Gate Metering Assemblies Air operated slide gates are provided to meter the majority of pellet ingredients on the SGB blender. Important! The metering range assumes 1 / 8 ” diameter free-flowing plastic pellets weighing approxi...
Page 16 - If the blender is in metering mode with one of the slide gates open,; do not open the front door of the blender!
Page 16 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Each of the diamond gate air cylinders is actuated by a solenoid valve, which are controlled by the blender. When the solenoid valve is energized, it opens the metering valve cylinder. When the solenoid valve is de-energized, it closes the ...
Page 17 - Use care when replacing the weigh hopper, since the load cells are
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 17 of 118 1-11-3 Weigh Hopper The weigh hopper on the SGB blender is used to weigh each batch of material, and includes an air-operated discharge valve. After the batch is weighed and the level sensor in the lower mix section is uncovered, the valve ...
Page 18 - The pneumatic system used on the SGB, like all pneumatic; A proper air supply must be supplied to the
Page 18 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-11-4 Weigh Hopper Discharge Valve The weigh hopper discharge valve holds the material until it is dumped into the mixing section. The cylinder is actuated by a solenoid in the valve stack on the rear of the blender. In looking at the pneu...
Page 19 - is designed to provide bi-directional
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 19 of 118 1-11-5 Mix Chamber All of the Sterling batch blenders are equipped with an integral mix chamber. The mix chamber holds multiple batches of material so any variations in a batch are averaged over time. 1-11-5-1 Opti-Mixer™ The Opti-mixer™ is...
Page 21 - Typical Operator Screens
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 21 of 118 Typical Operator Screens
Page 23 - Mixer Slide Gate Switch Positions; AUTO; TYPICAL CENTRAL BLENDER LAYOUT
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 23 of 118 1-12 Pneumatic Slide Gate Below Mixer (Optional) The SGB blending system can be equipped with an optional pneumatic slide gate below the mixing chamber. The gate is used in applications when the blender is mounted above a large hopper, or f...
Page 24 - Safety 2; Only qualified persons should work on, or with, this equipment.
Page 24 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Safety 2 2-1 Work Rules Install, operate, and maintain this equipment according to applicable work and safety codes for your location. This includes OSHA, CE, NEC, CSA, SPI, and many other local, national, and international regulations. Obe...
Page 25 - -2 Tools and Equipment Needed; DANGER; See Section 11 for a complete list of specific safety; NOTICE
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 25 of 118 2-2 Tools and Equipment Needed You’ll need the following: • Hand tools • Fork lift or overhead lift • Wire, conduit, and fittings for wiring runs (if receptacle is not already in place) • Mounting bolts with nuts and washers • Compressed ai...
Page 26 - REPORTING A SAFETY DEFECT; NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE...
Page 26 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller The term IMPORTANT emphasizes areas where equipment damage could result, or provides additional information to make a step or procedure easier to understand. Disregarding information marked IMPORTANT would not be likely to cause personal in...
Page 27 - -6 Operator Responsibility; ONLY YOU
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 27 of 118 continually reviewed, maintained, and improved. Keep minutes or a record of the meetings. Hold daily equipment inspections in addition to regular maintenance checks. You will keep your equipment safe for production and exhibit your commitme...
Page 28 - -7 Maintenance Responsibility
Page 28 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller before starting the unit. • At the beginning of your shift and after breaks, verify that the controls and other auxiliary equipment are functioning properly. • Keep all safety guards in place and in good repair. NEVER attempt to bypass, mod...
Page 29 - DO NOT; and safety devices are in place and functioning properly.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 29 of 118 When you need to perform maintenance or repair work on a blender above floor level, use a solid platform or a hydraulic elevator. If there is a permanently installed catwalk on your blender, use it. The work platform should have secure foot...
Page 30 - . For example, if a safety switch is guarding a motor, and the
Page 30 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 2-8-2 Safety Circuit Standards Safety circuits used in industrial systems protect the operator and maintenance personnel from dangerous energy. They also provide a means of locking out or isolating the energy for servicing equipment. Variou...
Page 31 - normal operation of the machine.; At no time must; anyone; remove the lockout or reconnect the twist; The SGB blending system utilizes several types of safety devices.; The Line Cord Plug
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 31 of 118 normal operation of the machine. Some of the safety devices utilize a manual activator. This is the method of initiating the safety lock out. This may be in the form of a plug, disconnect plug, lever or a handle. Within this lockable handle...
Page 32 - Do not tamper or alter with this switch in any way.
Page 32 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Electrical Disconnect Plug 2-9 Electric Safety Interlock Switch (All Models) A unique electric safety switch is used to shut off power to the blender any time the mixer door is opened. Do not tamper or alter with this switch in any way. Int...
Page 33 - -1 Unpacking and Inspection
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 33 of 118 Electrical safety interlock switch (Located on mixer door) WARNING! Always disconnect and lockout all electrical power and pneumatic (i.e. compressed air) sources prior to servicing or cleaning any product, including all SGB Series blending...
Page 34 - -2 In the Event of Shipping Damages; Notify the transportation company’s local agent if you discover; Do not return any goods to Sterling before the
Page 34 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 3-2 In the Event of Shipping Damages Important! According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment. The Carrier then assumes full responsibility of the shi...
Page 36 - If the shipment is not what you ordered,; contact Sterling immediately; Hold the items until you receive
Page 36 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 3-4 If the Shipment is Not Correct If the shipment is not what you ordered, contact Sterling immediately . For shipments in the United States and Canada, call 1 (800) 233-4819; for all other countries, call our international desk at 001 (63...
Page 37 - Installation & Setup; -1 Chapter Description and Objectives; Machine Mount; While in operation, the SGB applies horizontal and vertical
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 37 of 118 Installation & Setup 4 4-1 Chapter Description and Objectives It is the intent of this chapter to familiarize the reader with the proper site requirements and installation procedures of the SGB blending system. The information in this c...
Page 39 - Important
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 39 of 118 4-2-1-2 Mezzanine Mount In a mezzanine mount application, review the following items before installation begins. First, verify the SGB mounting locations match the mezzanine supports. Verify that the mezzanine is capable of supporting the b...
Page 40 - The blender must be securely fastened to the floor before; Make sure that the blender is; securely mounted to the floor
Page 40 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 4-2-1-3 Floor Mount (Central Blender) In a floor mounting application, ensure adequate clearance for all blender operations and maintenance. The operator and maintenance personnel must have access to parts of the blender. If necessary, it i...
Page 41 - -3 Installation Overview; Use extreme care when tightening bolts on top of the load cells so; extremely; Lifting Lug
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 41 of 118 4-3 Installation Overview This section will familiarize the reader with commonly used procedures for blender installation. After reading this chapter, the reader will be familiar with the installation requirements for all SGB blenders. 4-4 ...
Page 42 - -5 Electrical Installation; supply voltage
Page 42 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller assemblies. 4-5 Electrical Installation The standard Sterling SGB blending system is designed to operate on 120/1/60 supply voltage (220/1/50 CE models are also available). The current requirements vary with the blender’s size and throughpu...
Page 43 - -6 Pneumatic Installation; Dirty or; any part of the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 43 of 118 4-6 Pneumatic Installation The SGB blending system uses plant-supplied compressed air to operate the metering and dump valves on the blender. CLEAN AND DRY air must be supplied to the blender. The air supply should be filtered through a 5 m...
Page 44 - SGB blending system.; LOAD CELL; Load Cell Mechanical Stop Adjustment
Page 44 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB blending system. 4-7-2 Weigh Hopper Installation Remove the weigh hopper from the shipping box and install it in the blender on the load cell brackets. Connect the airline and close the mixer door, securing the latch. 4-7-3 Load Cell Ad...
Page 45 - Connect the blender to the appropriate power source; proper air supply connections are made to; components
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 45 of 118 4-7-4 Final Setup 1. Connect the blender to the appropriate power source . 2. Connect the compressed air piping, ensuring that a 5-micron air filter is installed, along with the proper water trap, and lubrication unit, if required. Verify t...
Page 47 - Operation 5; -1 SGB Blender Sequence of Operation; switch in mix chamber.; -2 Quick Start Procedure; Hopper #3 is equipped with an oversized square gate to assist in the
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 47 of 118 Operation 5 5-1 SGB Blender Sequence of Operation 1. Blender is started by turning system on or material dropping below level switch in mix chamber. 2. Metering gates are opened to meter material into the weigh hopper in the programmed orde...
Page 48 - OR; Press “Push to Start or Stop” button to start blender.; -3 Recipe Entry Formats
Page 48 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Recipes can also be changed while the blender is running. The new accepted recipe is entered at the beginning of the next batch. This allows the operator to modify the new recipe without affecting the blender until they hit the “Accept New ...
Page 49 - the blender and the operator is not required to enter it.; be shown on the recipe setup menu.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 49 of 118 the blender and the operator is not required to enter it. The ingredient names selected will be displayed on the run mode display so the operator will know what material is being blended. Important! The #1 hopper (“NAT” - Virgin Material) r...
Page 50 - Example of a 5-component Blend in “Parts” Mode; Additive; Modes
Page 50 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller The preset part will be divided by the total of all parts, with each part representing the calculated weight for ratio control. Example of a 5-component Blend in “Parts” Mode Feeder Tag Preset Part Calculated Weight (Ratio Control) Virgin #...
Page 51 - -4 SGB Series Control System Menu Structure
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 51 of 118 5-4 SGB Series Control System Menu Structure “Recipe Book” Page ¾ Save the running recipe to the book ¾ Delete a stored recipe ¾ Load a stored recipe ¾ Erase all stored recipes ¾ Modify the product ID for a stored recipe ¾ Return to the “Re...
Page 52 - -5 Blender Calibration; -5-1 Standard Calibration on a blender equipped with an OptiMix
Page 52 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-5 Blender Calibration *NOTE: It is not necessary to calibrate the weight scale on a brand new blender, although it is recommended that the calibration be checked periodically to ensure that the reported inventory totals are accurate. Reme...
Page 54 - -5-4 Verifying Calibration (Recommended on a periodic basis to; -6 Controller Mode Setup; Setting up a recipe
Page 54 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-5-4 Verifying Calibration (Recommended on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy) 1. Login by touching “login” from the Inventory Page and enter “5413”, then touch the Sterling logo to access setup. 2. Touch “Calibration” and then “Direct Sc...
Page 55 - Batch Ready Mode: This enables the blender to have a batch already
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 55 of 118 Inventory Shutdown: This feature allows the blender to make a certain amount of material at a time. If this feature is set to “0” then the feature will be disabled. If this option is used, the blender will make the set amount of material an...
Page 56 - The blender must be stopped to make color changes; loading equipment manual for any clean up recommendations.; Always unplug the main power cord.; ...prior to performing any operations inside any access areas of
Page 56 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller **Note: The blender monitors the operator’s entries and determines if the recipe is valid before accepting the new recipe. If there is an error (such as the recipe does not add up to 100% and the blender is in Percentage Mode.) then a messa...
Page 57 - the blender where there are moving parts.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 57 of 118 the blender where there are moving parts. 4. Remove the weigh hopper by unplugging the air line disconnect fitting, holding the dump valve closed, lifting the hopper to clear the load cell brackets, and gently pulling the weigh hopper out o...
Page 58 - -8 Additional Operation Features
Page 58 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-8 Additional Operation Features 5-8-1 Display Description (LCD) The SGB blending system utilizes a standardized menu format. Each screen was designed to be user-friendly and provide the operator with the necessary information to run the b...
Page 59 - an OptiMix mixer; Calibration Successful.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 59 of 118 5-8-2 Weigh Hopper (Load Cell) Calibration on blenders equipped with an OptiMix mixer Enter the Setup menu as described previously. See Section 5-3 for menu tree. The factory pre-calibrates the weigh hopper on the SGB blenders. Button #3 on...
Page 61 - Timed Mixing Option; This mode of operation turns the mixer on only; Continuous Mixing Option; This mode of operation turns the mixer on
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 61 of 118 mix cycle after each dump of the weigh hopper. To view and change the value of the re-mix timer, refer to the “Mixer and Dump Setup” menu. All current values for Mixing and Remixing Times will be shown on this screen. The re-mix timer defau...
Page 62 - and Dump Setup” screen, and then select “Dump Delay”.
Page 62 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller and Dump Setup” screen, and then select “Dump Delay”. The default time is factory set at zero seconds. This delay time is used to start the mixer prior to dumping the material from the weigh hopper into the mix chamber of the blender. 5-8-8...
Page 63 - be shown on the screen.; Max Hopper Weight Exceeded, check batch size:; This alarm
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 63 of 118 3.) Select a feeder (1-6) by touching the “Select Feeder” box. 4.) The current settings for the hopper that you have chosen will now be shown on the screen. 5.) Make the necessary adjustments to the “Stop/Continue if “Out of Material,” Alar...
Page 64 - Calibration Error, Clean out hopper and check calibration:; This; Power Interruption while metering a Batch:; This alarm indicates
Page 64 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller • Calibration Error, Clean out hopper and check calibration: This alarm indicates that the maximum empty weight for the weigh hopper has been exceeded. The blender will automatically tare up to 0.25 lbs of material, but if this weight is ex...
Page 65 - The blender is equipped with an E-stop switch that
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 65 of 118 • E-Stop Screen: The blender is equipped with an E-stop switch that removes the power from all mechanical outputs. The E-Stop Screen appears along with an audible alarm whenever the E-Stop is activated. The operator can not access any scree...
Page 66 - must; Virgin material must be
Page 66 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller This screen will allow you to Open or Close the Feeder, Weigh Hopper, Mixer Knife Gate, Empty the Entire Blender, Start or Stop the Mixer Motor, Test the Alarm Output, Find out the Mixer Proximity Status and monitor the Current Hopper Weigh...
Page 67 - This can be
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 67 of 118 the mixer section of the blender. If the dump delay is set, the mixer will start before the weigh hopper dump will open for the selected time. The blender will sit at rest until the high-level sensor in the mixing chamber is uncovered to st...
Page 68 - Blender inventories must be cleared when the current recipe is
Page 68 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller This display indicates the amount of material in pounds that has been used by each feeder of the recipe. It is important to note that the weights are rounded off to the closest pound. On minor ingredients, several cycles may have to occur t...
Page 69 - The blender will always run the percentages shown in the Current
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 69 of 118 • Recipe Book Page • Recipe Format Upon Start Up, the blender controller will default to the “Recipe Menu” screen. The “Recipe Book” screen can be accessed in the “Recipe Page” and is useful in storing and retrieving recipes. The Recipe for...
Page 71 - Example calculations of a five (5) -component blend in “Quick Set”
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 71 of 118 Example calculations of a five (5) -component blend in “Quick Set” Virgin (NAT): ??? Additive1 (ADD): 5.00% - of virgin component Regrind (RGD): 30.00% - of total batch Additive2 (ADD): 2.00% - of virgin component Additive3 (ADD): 1.00% - o...
Page 72 - Typical Batch Size; If running a high percentage of lighter density regrind.
Page 72 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Batch Size SGB-450 3 lbs. SGB-900 8 lbs. SGB-2500/4000/5000 35 lbs. 5-8-17 Batch Size Menu The SGB blending system is a gravimetric batching system. The blender will weigh a preprogrammed batch of material each cycle. This batch siz...
Page 73 - simply enter a desired shutdown weight value; The blender will operate on the current recipe only
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 73 of 118 When the Inventory Shutdown value is reached, the blender will finish the current batch of material. It will then stop and display to the operator that the inventory value has been reached. Additionally, it will flash an alarm and wait for ...
Page 74 - downloaded from the; The recipe book section contains the following Items:
Page 74 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Always verify that the Current Recipe is showing what you want to run, and that the correct recipe has been downloaded from the book. The recipe book section contains the following Items: • Save Running Recipe to the Book • Load a Stored Re...
Page 75 - Enter the Recipe Book by touching the Recipe Book icon; , as it will be overwritten by the new
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 75 of 118 5-8-19-2 Load a Saved Recipe from the Book The load from book function allows the operator to retrieve a previously stored recipe from the recipe book and install it into the current recipe menu. This will overwrite the current recipe, so m...
Page 77 - -9 Stroke Limiters for Metering Gates; Stroke Limiter
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 77 of 118 5-9 Stroke Limiters for Metering Gates Stroke limiters are supplied on components 1 through 4 with all SGB blenders to allow standard metering gates to meter small amounts of low percentage additive materials. Generally, the stroke limiter ...
Page 78 - Maintenance; -2 Maintaining Blenders
Page 78 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Maintenance 6 6-1 Work Rules The installation, operation, and maintenance of this equipment must follow all applicable work and safety codes for the location where it is used. This may include, but is not limited to, OSHA, CSA, NEC, SPI, an...
Page 79 - -3 Controller Setup
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 79 of 118 6-3 Controller Setup This section describes the proper setup of the SGB blending system control parameters. These parameters are operator changeable; however, these items should only require setup during the initial installation. Only autho...
Page 80 - -4 SGB Series Blender Menu Structure
Page 80 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-4 SGB Series Blender Menu Structure “Recipe Book” Page Save the running recipe to the book ¾ Delete a stored recipe ¾ Load a stored recipe ¾ Erase all stored recipes ¾ Modify the product ID for a stored recipe ¾ Return to the “Recipe” pag...
Page 81 - Daily; Typical Model SGB Assembly Overview
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 81 of 118 6-5 Mechanical The mechanical design of the blender is very simple and very little maintenance is required. The only moving parts are the metering gates, weigh hopper dump valve and mixer agitator. The following maintenance is suggested: Da...
Page 82 - This section includes the following:; -6-2 Internal Components of the Control Panel; See Section 12-2 for complete electrical schematics.; “Power on” is indicated by a lighted on/off switch.; -6-3 Input Signals to Programmable Controller
Page 82 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-6 Electrical 6-6-1 Description and Objectives This section is designed to give the operator an overview of the electrical system that controls the SGB blending system. Since the SGB’s control panel is a self-contained pluggable item, seld...
Page 83 - -6-4 Output Signals from Programmable Controller; The mixer motor is controlled by a PLC output.; The customer alarm contact is open if the panel control power is
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 83 of 118 6-6-4 Output Signals from Programmable Controller The SGB blending system uses several output control signals to control the process. All of these are very similar in nature, the first of which is the mixer motor control. The mixer motor is...
Page 84 - -7 Pneumatic System Maintenance; As this blender uses air for blender metering functions,
Page 84 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-7 Pneumatic System Maintenance The SGB blending system uses plant-supplied compressed air to operate the metering and dump valves on the blender. It is the user’s responsibility to provide CLEAN AND DRY air for the blender to be connected...
Page 85 - Troubleshooting; -1 Description and Objectives
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 85 of 118 7 Troubleshooting 7-1 Description and Objectives This section provides basic troubleshooting procedures to common SGB blending system problems. Any problem encountered that is not listed should be discussed with an Sterling service technici...
Page 89 - Blender Options; Used for feeding difficult regrind materials; Low Level Sensors; Detects material supply problems before blender runs out.; Remote Touch Screen Interface; Allows material to be metered into a vacuum conveying system.; CL-25 Pneumatic Loader for Additives
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 89 of 118 8 Blender Options The following is a list of options, which your blender may have been equipped with: Regrind Auger Metering (RAM) Used for feeding difficult regrind materials . Low Level Sensors Detects material supply problems before blen...
Page 90 - Spare Parts; -1 Spare Parts List; SGB Series Gravimetric Batch Blending Systems
Page 90 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Spare Parts 9 9-1 Spare Parts List SGB Series Gravimetric Batch Blending Systems 9 Please see Section 9-2 for parts identification and exploded views. Model SGB-450 Part No. Description 53292 Air Cylinder (weigh hopper dump) 53272 2kg Load ...
Page 91 - -2 Model SGB Blender System Component Description; Ingredient Supply Hoppers; Component Identification and Location
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 91 of 118 A0565882 Calex Module A0569702 PLC A0569708 SGB Graphics Panel A0542200 1.5 Amp Fuse A0542207 3.0 Amp Fuse A0569108 Calibration Weight (~25 lbs.) 9-2 Model SGB Blender System Component Description This section describes the various componen...
Page 92 - Typical Opti-MixerTM - Front Assembly Detail
Page 92 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 9-2-2 Typical Mixer Section (Front) Typical Opti-Mixer™ - Front Assembly Detail
Page 93 - Typical Opti-MixerTM - Rear Assembly Detail
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 93 of 118 01 Nameplate and indicator mounting plate 02 Nameplate 03 Upper polycarbonate Opti-Mixer™ door 04 Door clamp 05 “Caution” label 06 Lower stainless steel Opti-Mixer™ door 07 Mixer agitator door bushing 08 Door hinge 09 Door hinge base 9-2-3 ...
Page 95 - Typical Opti-MixerTM Frame Assembly
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 95 of 118 Typical Opti-Mixer™ Frame Assembly 18 Hinge mounting bracket 19 Mixer door clamp 20 Load cell cover 21 Opti-Mixer™ top plate 22 Opti-Mixer™ frame 23 Warning label 24 Opti-Mixer™ frame side panel 25 Hinge mounting bracket
Page 96 - Typical SGB Series Diamond Gate Assembly Detail
Page 96 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 9-2-5 Typical Gate Assembly Typical SGB Series Diamond Gate Assembly Detail 28 Slide gate guide rod 29 Stainless steel gate assembly base 30 Slide gate stop (stroke-limiter) 31 Retaining clip 32 Slide gate air cylinder 33 Slide gate air cyl...
Page 97 - Typical SGB-450 Series Hopper Assembly Detail
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 97 of 118 Typical SGB-450 Series Hopper Assembly Detail 40 Mild steel hopper cover 41 Hopper insert (square to diamond-polyurethane) 42 Mild steel hopper 43 Gasketing 44 Polycarbonate access door 45 N/A 46 Polycarbonate hopper sight glass 47 Blow-off...
Page 98 - Typical Weigh Hopper & Load Cell Detail
Page 98 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Weigh Hopper & Load Cell Detail 52 Left weigh hopper bracket 53 Inside mixer plate 54 Weigh Hopper 55 Weigh hopper discharge air cylinder pneumatic connector 56 Weigh hopper discharge air cylinder 57 Weigh hopper discharge air c...
Page 100 - 0-2 Returned Material Policy
Page 100 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 10-2 Returned Material Policy 10-2-1 Credit Returns 1. Prior to the return of any material authorization must be given by Sterling. A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned. 2. Reason for requesting the return must be...
Page 102 - Safety Tag Information; 1-1 SGB Blender Safety Tags; PE
Page 102 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Safety Tag Information 11 11-1 SGB Blender Safety Tags Pinch Point Read Operation Slide Gate and Installation Manual Shear Point Earth Ground Rotating Mixer High Voltage PE Protected Earth Inside Enclosure Ground Shear Hazard Rotating Auge...
Page 103 - 1-2 Pushbutton and Touchscreen Tags; Button; Turns power on to the blender controller.; Power; Turns power off to the blender controller.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 103 of 118 11-2 Pushbutton and Touchscreen Tags Button Function Turns power on to the blender controller. (Found on back of controller.) Power On Turns power off to the blender controller. (Found on back of controller.) Power Off Stops blender & ...
Page 104 - SGB Series Blender; Model Number SGB-900
Page 104 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 11-3 Blender Identification (Serial Number) Tag (Located on back of mixing chamber) SGB Series Blender Model Number SGB-900 Max Blend Capacity 318 KG/HR 220V Serial Number 060701R 1 Ǿ Date of Manufacture 06/2002 4.5A Over-current Protectio...
Page 105 - Appendix; 2-1 Addendum Service Supervisor Information; Note: Should not be used by untrained personnel – blender
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 105 of 118 12 Appendix Important! Hidden, programmable features and hidden menu pages should not be made available to floor operators. These pages include the Service Supervisor Information addendum located in this section. Unauthorized changes to th...
Page 106 - Available Selections; This screen is useful in both R & D and
Page 106 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 12-1-2 Factory Setup Menu Available Selections Metering Test Screen This screen is useful in both R & D and development purposes when testing the metering performance of each feeder. The user can perform a “Single Meter by Weight” to e...
Page 107 - Feed Algorithm; This screen allows the user to configure how the; Options Screen
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 107 of 118 introduced material into the weigh hopper, adjust the Maximum Empty Weight of the hopper. The weight filter is the specialized filter algorithm that smoothes erroneous load cell readings. The signal will be filtered more if this value is i...
Page 108 - It is not necessary to perform; Mechanical; This screen allows the user to change the number
Page 108 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Feed Calibration Options Screen This screen allows you to perform the feeder calibrations for each feeder (in weight per second). This is useful when the feed calibration is giving you an error message (most commonly caused by overfilling ...
Page 109 - Feeder Setup; This screen allows the user to configure the feeder type; Setup
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 109 of 118 Feeder Setup This screen allows you to modify the type of each feeder. In most cases, the user will want to keep regrind on hopper 3 because that blender has been specifically designed to handle the regrind. These settings should only be m...
Page 110 - The current settings for that hopper will be; This screen shows the last 100 stored alarms. The log; Log; can be viewed and cleared.
Page 110 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller box. 2. The current settings for that hopper will be shown. 3. Make the necessary adjustments and select a new feeder to configure if desired. 4. Hit “Done” to exit. Alarm This screen shows the last 100 stored alarms. The log Log can be vi...
Page 111 - Blender controller default password is “5413”; Service Notes
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 111 of 118 Information included in this manual is subject to change without notice. Remember: Blender controller default password is “5413” Service Notes
Page 112 - User Password; SGB BLENDER CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS
Page 112 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 12-2 Passwords User Password “5413” Maintenance Password “3145348” CAUTION! Maintenance password should only be supplied to qualified personnel! The program can be compromised. 12-3 Default Values (factory defaults shown): SGB BLENDER CONF...
Page 113 - SGB BLENDER CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS Cont’d.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 113 of 118 Dump Delay 0 Dump Cycles 2 1 Mixer Dump Time 4 6 5 Continuous/Timed Mixing TIMED USER PASSWORD User Password 5413 Maintenance Password 3145348 SGB BLENDER CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS Cont’d. Model Number/Type SGB-450 SGB-900 SGB-2500 SGB-4000...