Automatic Sampling Unit

The Automatic Sampling Unit is an integrated system designed to collect dust samples directly from the cyclone separator without interrupting the process flow. This unit ensures accurate and representative sampling of milled catalytic converter dust during material transfer operations. In catalytic converter processing, effective dust sampling is essential for environmental control and precise analytical results. To achieve this, automatic sampling units are employed to collect dust samples from the cyclone separator without disrupting the flow of materials. The cyclone separator efficiently separates dust based on particle size, making it crucial for the sampling unit to be correctly positioned and calibrated to ensure accurate sample collection. Automatic sampling units consist of a sampling port, a rotary sample cutter, an airlock system, and a sample collection container. These components work together to collect samples in a continuous and consistent manner, without significantly disturbing the dust flow. The sampling process can be controlled via a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), allowing for time-based or weight-based sampling. This automation ensures precise collection, especially when dealing with dust containing valuable metals such as platinum, palladium, and rhodium, which are commonly found in catalytic converter dust. By minimizing metal losses and optimizing recovery, these systems contribute significantly to the overall efficiency of recycling processes.

Its closed-loop configuration integrates the sampling process seamlessly into the system. This ensures there is no disruption to the vacuum transfer or dust separation performance of the cyclone unit. This design ensures that the sampling operation does not interfere with the efficiency or throughput of the cyclone, thereby maintaining uninterrupted material flow. It facilitates accurate and consistent quality control while allowing the overall recycling line to operate continuously and at optimal efficiency.