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USE OF ROTOR CLASSIFIERS IN THE POWDER SEPARATION PROCESS IN THE
FOOD INDUSTRY
Erkinov Ahliyor Komiljon ugli
(Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute)
Xadjibayev Akbarjon Shavkatovich
(Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute)
Annotation:
This article analyzes the role and efficiency of rotor classifiers in the food industry
for separating powdered substances. These devices help classify particles based on size,
improving product quality. Additionally, the article examines the working principles of
classifiers and aerodynamic processes.
Keywords:
rotor classifier, food industry, particle separation, aerodynamics, product quality,
export potential, energy efficiency, technological modernization, powder products,
manufacturing process.
In the food industry, the efficient separation quality of powder products is of great
importance. Classifiers are used in this process to separate particles of different sizes. Rotor
classifiers are one of the advanced devices that enable high-precision particle separation.
The operating principle of rotor classifiers Rotor classifiers separate particles based on
their size and density using an aerodynamic air stream. The following key factors play an
important role in this process:
1.
Boundary size
is the maximum fraction size that can be determined during separation.
1.
Airflow velocity
- determines the speed and direction of movement of the powder.
1.
Rotor blades
- perform the main task in separating material.
Application in the food industry
Rotor classifiers are successfully used in the following
processes:
1.
For flour and starch production
– fine powder purification;
1.
Protein powder extraction
– extraction of coarse and small fractions;
1.
Mixing vitamins and supplements
– elimination of defective parts by controlling
particle size.
Efficiency and benefits of application in Uzbekistan
food industry in Uzbekistan is
becoming a developing sector and there is growing need of modernization of production
processes. The application of rotor classifiers in the country's industry provides the following
benefits:
1.
Improving product quality
– The rotor-classifiers increase the quality of flour,
confectionery and dairy products powders, which expands export opportunities.
1.
Energy Efficiency
– This technology helps reduce energy consumption by optimizing
production processes.
1.
Reduction of food waste
– By fine separation, poor quality particles are eliminated and
resource efficient use is ensured.
1.
Development of local production
– Technology introduction will increase the
competitiveness of food industry enterprises in Uzbekistan.
1.
Increase of export potential
- Provision of competitive products to foreign markets will
be created by producing high-quality products that meet the standard.
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Live Examples
1.
Flour quality control in bakeries In
bread production, the quality of flour affects the
softness and volume of bread. By breaking the flour into uniform particles of uniform
size, they help to eliminate poor quality or overly large particles. This allows the bread to
rise well and become soft.
1.
The manufacture of sweets
Chocolate powder and powders in confectionery products
should be the same size. Thanks to the use of rotor classifiers, small and large particles in
the product are separated, producing sweets with a uniform texture.
1.
Dairy products powder
In the production of dry milk powder, rotary classifiers play a
very important role. They separate the powder particles uniformly size and reduce the
dissolving hassles. If the particles are not the same, then the powdered milk will not
dissolve well in water and form a precipitation.
1.
Food additives and medicinal substances
Food supplements and vitamin powders are
mixed with fine particles, their effectiveness increases. For example, protein powder
produced for athletes is separated into a specific fraction by means of rotor classifiers,
which promotes better absorption by the div in the process of consumption.
Classification process
The separation process in rotor classifiers consists of the
following steps:
1.
Particle movement
– material is conveyed through the air flow into the rotor channel.
1.
Separation stage
– particles move under the influence of air speed and gravity.
1.
Fractional separation
– small particles escape with high current, while large particles
are separated.
Scientific model and calculations Rotor
classifiers work on the basis of aerodynamic
modeling. The following formulas are used to determine the velocity of air, the trajectory of
movement of particles and the result of classification:
Conclusion
Rotor classifiers are an effective technology for the extraction of food
powders, serving to improve product quality and reduce waste. Thanks to widespread
introduction of this technology in Uzbekistan, food industry can be further developed, which can
increase export volumes and reduce production costs. Thanks to their aerodynamic structure and
precise separation mechanism, production processes are optimized. In the future, efficiency is
expected to be increased through further development of these technologies.
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