Approaches to improve the product portfolio and the profitability using the example of AAC production plants

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Preparation of the reinforcement frames

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Schematic diagram of the extension of a Vario Block line

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Placement of the prepared frame with steel reinforcement elements in the aerated concrete compound

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Filled mould in fermentation area

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The block transfer device of the Vario Block line passes the reinforced products to the separate packaging line

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Basic scheme of the Masa raw material return system

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Return of fine waste within a production period of one month. Depending on the product to be manufactured, various quantities can be processed

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Breakage processing: Feeding directly out of the production process or separately by means of a wheel loader

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Crushing plant for fine crushing of the material (level 2) and transport to an intermediate silo

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Precise control of the proportion of fresh water and condensate by means of two separate dosing units (flow measurement and regulating valve)

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Challenging framework conditions call for intelligent solutions. Many manufacturers of AAC products then either focus on extending their initial range of products or on improving production sequences. Masa GmbH, a German mechanical engineering company, have the expertise to advise companies regarding useful measures, and they can also supply the equipment. The following examples shall illustrate some of the various possibilities to invest into an existing AAC production plant.

Extension of the product range

In many markets, demand has continuously shifted from traditional blocks to large-size elements. An extension of the existing machine equipment can help to react to these changed market requirements.

In recent years, many newcomers in the field of AAC production started with the intention to extend their production at a later point of time so that they would be able to manufacture large-size prefabricated elements in addition to standard blocks. The prefabricated elements comprise plane elements, lintels, roof, wall and ceiling elements as well as room-high inside...