When the world's biggest electric car manufacturer encounters a problem, they don’t have the luxury of time. They need solutions immediately and can’t afford to wait for a slow design and build partner. That's why they turned to APE for a swift and effective resolution.

In their manufacturing process, a significant amount of fine dust was being captured by their dust collection system. However, they lacked a method to transfer this dust into a container for easy transportation. Additionally, because the dust was highly prone to becoming airborne, any connection to the bag had to be airtight to prevent contamination.

APE engineered a solution using our Design-Thru-Fab methodology, which ensures smooth fabrication through the use of simple details such as tab & slot features, poka-yoke elements, and clear shop drawings and assembly diagrams. The system was built with a 4-inch steel tube frame connected by laser-cut plates.

We developed a robust structure to hold a spigot top bulk bag in place with four hooks. The spigot top of the bag was sealed using a pneumatic bag sealer gasket. This gasket would expand to seal the inside of the spigot, allowing the dust to fill the bag while preventing any dust from escaping into the air. Once the bag was full, it could be detached from the frame within seconds and moved out of the room using a pallet jack or forklift.

Key Features:

• Laser Cut Tube Frame: A sturdy frame to hold the spigot top bulk bag securely.
• Pneumatic Bag Sealer Gasket: Ensures an airtight seal inside the spigot, allowing dust to fill the bag without escaping.
• Easy Detachment: The bag can be unhooked from the frame swiftly for easy removal and transportation.
• Simple Installation: The system features a standard duct flange and a single pneumatic hose connection, enabling it to be operational within minutes of delivery.‍
• User-Friendly Operation: A single button controls the bag sealer – press once to seal the bag and twist to release the pressure for bag removal.