The solution for big bags with hardened contents
Improper storage, humidity or sudden temperature changes can cause bulk bags to solidify into hard, unusable blocks. GIMAT offers a reliable solution: the bulk bag conditioner, which breaks down caked powders or granules, restoring them to a free-flowing state.
Bulk bag conditioners design
The system is available in two versions — modular and gantry-style — both designed to compress the big bag from all four sides, ensuring complete and efficient reconditioning of the contents.
How does it work
The crushing process takes place at variable heights: in the gantry-style version, through automated vertical movement of the two crushing plates; in the modular version, using three rows of pneumatic pistons. A pneumatic pallet rotator enables 90° rotation, ensuring uniform treatment on all sides of the bag.
Why choose the GIMAT bulk bag conditioner?
- Effective breakdown of compacted material for fast, free-flowing discharge
- Zero big bag breakage during the reconditioning process
- Low maintenance and maximum safety
Common features
- Output: up to 8 big bags/hour (up to 12 with optional motorised roller conveyor)
- Loading via forklift or electric pallet truck
- Max big bag weight: 2000 kg
- Max big bag dimensions: 1150 x 1150 mm; max height: 2000 mm
- Max filling level: 90%
- Crushing pressure adjustable via pressure regulator – up to 8 bar
- Electrical control panel with Siemens PLC and 7” colour HMI – Industry 4.0 ready
- Safety: SIL 2 – front light curtains and fixed side protections
- ATEX zone 22 available on request
Models and dimensions
Gantry bulk bag conditioner
This version offers enhanced versatility, making it suitable for applications requiring format changes or higher crushing force.
Key features:
- Versatile design for variable big bag heights
- Accurate, controlled crushing across the full bag height
- 2 stainless steel crushing plates with horizontal guides
- Horizontal movement (X-axis): 2 pneumatic cylinders per plate
- Vertical movement (Y-axis): electric actuator with position transducers
| Model | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) | E (mm) | F (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRO - PMEUMATIC | 5550 | 3012 | 3050 | 1500 | 4530 | 1675 |
Modular bulk bag conditioner – Gimat Utility Model Patent
Ideal for customers seeking simplicity and cost-effectiveness, the modular model is best suited for processing big bags of predefined dimensions set during machine configuration.
Key features:
- Modular design with minimal footprint
- Optional overhead hoist loading for confined spaces
- Factory-set three-level crushing based on big bag type and plate height
- Cost-saving two-level crushing version available for big bags under 1 metre in height
- Stable bag positioning throughout the crushing cycle
- Each crushing plate driven by a dedicated pneumatic cylinder
| Model | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PNEUMATIC- MODULAR | 4900 | 3015 | 2020 | 1500 |
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