Installations, machinery, and industrial processes for the handling of bulk raw materials in various sectors
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of dry mortars Processes involved: Storage of cement, sand, lime, additives; controlled dosing and mixing; weighing and formulation of ingredients to obtain the final mixture. Sectors: Construction, manufacturing of building materials.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of flours Processes involved: Storage of cereals (wheat, corn, etc.); cleaning and grinding of grains; dosing and weighing of ingredients for the formulation of different types of flour. Sectors: Food (flours, cereals).
Installations, equipment, and machinery for chocolate production Processes involved: Storage of cocoa, sugar, powdered milk, and other ingredients; precise dosing for formulation; weighing to obtain homogeneous mixtures; refining and emulsification process. Sectors: Food (chocolate and related products).
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of powdered dairy products Processes involved: Storage of powdered milk, whey, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing of ingredients according to specifications; weighing of ingredients for products such as powdered milk, creams, or instant blends. Sectors: Food (dairy products).
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of animal feed Processes involved: Storage of grains, flours, animal and vegetable proteins; formulation and dosing of ingredients to create feed and balanced animal food; weighing of each ingredient to ensure the correct proportion. Sectors: Agro-food industry, livestock, and animal nutrition.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for pharmaceutical production Processes involved: Storage of active ingredients, excipients, and other ingredients; dosing of exact quantities; weighing for precise formulations, mixing, and granulation. Sectors: Pharmaceutical.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for fertilizer production Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as nitrates, phosphates, potassium, and additives; dosing and mixing of components to obtain customized fertilizers; weighing of raw materials and quality control. Sectors: Chemical, agriculture.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for cosmetic production Processes involved: Storage of oils, fats, fragrances, and active ingredients; formulation, dosing, and mixing of ingredients for cosmetics such as creams, lotions, or shampoos. Sectors: Cosmetics and personal care.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for plastic and resin production Processes involved: Storage of polymers, additives, and pigments; exact dosing of materials to obtain the correct mixture; weighing and mixing for processes such as extrusion or injection molding. Sectors: Plastics, chemicals.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of paints and coatings Processes involved: Storage of pigments, resins, solvents, and additives; dosing of ingredients to mix colours and textures; weighing to control exact proportions and ensure product quality. Sectors: Chemical, construction (paints and coatings).
Installations, equipment, and machinery for cement production Processes involved: Storage of limestone, clay, and other minerals; dosing of raw materials; mixing and weighing to form clinker; grinding and packaging of cement. Sectors: Construction, building materials.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of chemicals (e.g., detergents or soaps) Processes involved: Storage of surfactants, perfumes, active ingredients; dosing and formulation to create products such as detergents, soaps, or cleaning products; weighing and mixing. Sectors: Chemical, consumer products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for glass production Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as silica, sodium carbonate, limestone; dosing and mixing for fusion in furnaces; weighing and composition control. Sectors: Glass, building materials.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for rubber product production Processes involved: Storage of natural or synthetic rubber, fillers, additives, and vulcanizing agents; dosing and mixing of materials to produce products such as tires or rubber components; weighing and process control. Sectors: Automotive, rubber manufacturing.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for battery production (e.g., lithium batteries) Processes involved: Storage of lithium, cobalt, graphite, and other components; dosing and weighing for the manufacture of cells and batteries; formulation and mixing of active materials. Sectors: Electronics, automotive, renewable energy.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for paper and cardboard product production Processes involved: Storage of paper pulp, chemical additives, inks, and other materials; dosing and mixing to produce paper and cardboard; weighing to ensure product consistency. Sectors: Paper, packaging.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for oil and fat production (e.g., olive oil or vegetable oils) Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as seeds, fruits, or oils; formulation and dosing to process oils; weighing to obtain the exact amount of ingredients. Sectors: Food, oils and fats.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for frozen food production Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as vegetables, meats, fish, flours, and additives; dosing and mixing of ingredients for the production of frozen products such as pizzas, ready meals, frozen vegetables, etc.; weighing of each ingredient before freezing and packaging. Sectors: Food, frozen foods.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of feed additives Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as amino acids, vitamins, minerals, fats, and oils; exact dosing to obtain the right mixture; weighing and mixing of ingredients to produce enriched feed. Sectors: Agro-food, livestock, animal nutrition.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of steel and metal products Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as iron ore, scrap, and alloys; dosing and mixing to produce steel, metals, or specific alloys; weighing and casting of metals for subsequent shaping. Sectors: Metallurgy, manufacturing of building materials.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of pesticides and agrochemical products Processes involved: Storage of active ingredients, solvents, and other chemical components; dosing and mixing to produce pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, etc.; weighing of ingredients to ensure formulation accuracy. Sectors: Agriculture, chemicals.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for semiconductor production Processes involved: Storage of materials such as silicon, metals, and chemical compounds; dosing and mixing of substances for semiconductor manufacturing; weighing of materials to produce integrated circuits, chips, and other electronic components. Sectors: Electronics, high technology.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of powdered food and beverages (e.g., instant coffee or powdered soups) Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as coffee, sugars, spices, flours, and other powders; dosing and mixing to create the final product; weighing of each ingredient to ensure correct formulation before packaging. Sectors: Food, beverages, instant products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for ceramic product production Processes involved: Storage of clay, sands, and other minerals; dosing and mixing to create ceramic paste; weighing to ensure the correct proportion of materials before moulding and baking. Sectors: Ceramics, construction.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for industrial bakery product production Processes involved: Storage of flours, yeasts, sugar, fats, and other ingredients; dosing and weighing for dough and mix preparation; formulation to obtain the ideal recipe for different types of bread, cakes, cookies, etc. Sectors: Food, bakery.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of electronic components (e.g., batteries, solar panels) Processes involved: Storage of materials such as electrodes, metals, plastics, and electronic compounds; dosing, mixing, and weighing of these ingredients to manufacture components like lithium batteries, solar panels, and other electronic devices. Sectors: Electronics, renewable energy.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for cleaning product production Processes involved: Storage of chemicals such as detergents, surfactants, disinfectants, and fragrances; dosing of ingredients to create liquid cleaners, powder detergents, products for domestic and hospital hygiene; weighing and mixing to ensure concentration and product effectiveness. Sectors: Consumer products, cleaning, hygiene.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of insulating materials (e.g., foams, thermal insulation) Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as polyurethane, foams, minerals, or fiberglass; dosing and mixing to produce insulating materials; weighing and controlling the mixture before curing or expansion. Sectors: Construction, automotive, technology.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for biodiesel production Processes involved: Storage of vegetable oils, animal fats, methanol, and catalysts; dosing and mixing of these ingredients for biodiesel production; weighing and quality control during transesterification and purification of the final product. Sectors: Renewable energy, biofuels.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of toilet paper and paper towels Processes involved: Storage of paper pulp, additives, and chemicals; dosing of pulp to create toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, etc.; weighing to ensure product consistency before drying and rolling. Sectors: Paper, hygiene, consumer products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for fragrance and perfume production Processes involved: Storage of essential oils, alcohols, and other aromatic compounds; precise dosing of ingredients to create perfumes and fragrances; weighing and mixing to ensure final blend quality. Sectors: Cosmetics, personal care, fragrances.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for refractory cement production Processes involved: Storage of clays, refractory materials, and special aggregates; dosing and mixing to obtain high-temperature materials; weighing to ensure thermal properties and resistance of the final product. Sectors: Metallurgy, construction, thermal industry.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for liquid cosmetic production (shampoos, shower gels) Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as surfactants, oils, fragrances, and preservatives; dosing and mixing of components to create products like shampoos, gels, or creams; weighing to ensure correct formulation. Sectors: Cosmetics, personal care.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of electrical cables and conductors Processes involved: Storage of materials such as copper, aluminium, and insulating plastics; dosing and mixing to create electrical cables or conductors; weighing and extrusion to obtain products with the required electrical and mechanical properties. Sectors: Electronics, telecommunications, construction.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of liquid pharmaceutical products (syrups, solutions) Processes involved: Storage of liquid ingredients and actives; precise dosing of active ingredients, excipients, and solvents; weighing and mixing for the production of syrups, solutions, or pharmaceutical suspensions. Sectors: Pharmaceutical.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of industrial detergents and disinfectants Processes involved: Storage of chemicals such as acids, bases, surfactants, and antibacterial agents; dosing and mixing of ingredients; weighing to obtain the correct concentration for industrial and commercial cleaning and disinfection products. Sectors: Chemicals, industrial cleaning.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of bioplastics Processes involved: Storage of biological materials such as starch, acids, and polymers derived from biomass; dosing and mixing to create bioplastics; weighing to ensure proper proportions of each component. Sectors: Chemicals, plastics, sustainability.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of hydroalcoholic gels Processes involved: Storage of alcohol, water, glycerine, and other components; dosing and mixing to create hydroalcoholic gel solutions; weighing and quality control in production to ensure the effectiveness of the final product. Sectors: Hygiene, consumer products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of liquid fertilizers Processes involved: Storage of liquid nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients; dosing and mixing of these ingredients to create precision liquid fertilizers; weighing to ensure exact nutrient concentration. Sectors: Agriculture, chemicals.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of dehydrated food (fruits, vegetables, soups) Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as fruits, vegetables, meats, or liquid soups; dosing and mixing of ingredients before dehydration; weighing to ensure correct proportions are maintained during the process. Sectors: Food, processed foods.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of industrial lubricants Processes involved: Storage of base oils, additives, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing of these components to produce lubricating oils and industrial greases; weighing to ensure the correct formulation and viscosity. Sectors: Automotive, machinery, heavy industry.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for biomass production (wood pellets, agricultural waste) Processes involved: Storage of wood, straw, and other organic waste; dosing and compacting of these materials to produce biomass pellets; weighing and quality control of the final product. Sectors: Renewable energy, biomass.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of special glasses (e.g., tempered glass or display glass) Processes involved: Storage of raw materials such as silica, limestone, and borates; dosing and mixing to produce glass with special properties; weighing and temperature control for the melting and moulding process. Sectors: Glass, electronics, automotive.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for ink and pigment production Processes involved: Storage of pigments, resins, solvents, and other additives; dosing and mixing of these components to produce liquid or paste inks; weighing and control to achieve the desired colouration and viscosity. Sectors: Chemicals, printing, plastics.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of ice creams and frozen desserts Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as milk, sugar, fruits, fats, and additives; dosing and mixing of these components to create the ice cream or dessert base; weighing and quality control to achieve the right texture before freezing. Sectors: Food, ice cream, frozen products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for quinoa production Processes involved: Storage of quinoa seeds; cleaning, sorting, and milling if necessary; dosing and mixing with other ingredients to produce flours or derivative products such as bars, cereals, etc.; weighing to ensure the correct proportions. Sectors: Food, organic products, superfoods.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of cookies and biscuits Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as flour, sugar, butter, yeast, and other additives; dosing and mixing the ingredients to form the dough; weighing and controlling proportions before baking and packaging. Sectors: Food, bakery, confectionery.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of breakfast cereals Processes involved: Storage of grains such as corn, oats, or rice; dosing and mixing with sugars, vitamins, and other additives to form the dough; weighing and extrusion or cooking before packaging. Sectors: Food, breakfast products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of granola bars Processes involved: Storage of cereals, nuts, honey, sugars, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing to form the dough; weighing and cutting to obtain granola bars of various sizes before packaging. Sectors: Food, healthy products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of pasta and noodles Processes involved: Storage of flours, semolina, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing to form the dough; weighing and extruding the pasta into shape before cooking or drying. Sectors: Food, pasta and noodles.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for gluten-free bakery product production Processes involved: Storage of gluten-free flours, starches, and other alternative ingredients; dosing and mixing components to create products like bread, biscuits, or cakes; weighing to ensure consistency and texture. Sectors: Food, dietary and gluten-free products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of tofu and soy derivatives Processes involved: Storage of soybeans and other plant ingredients; dosing and processing to produce tofu, soy milk, or other derivatives; weighing and control of coagulation and pressing processes. Sectors: Food, vegetarian and vegan products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of industrial rolls and buns Processes involved: Storage of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and fats; dosing and mixing of ingredients to form the dough; weighing and fermenting before baking and packaging. Sectors: Food, bakery.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of juices and nectars Processes involved: Storage of fruits, concentrates, and sugars; dosing and mixing to obtain the liquid mixture; weighing the ingredients before pasteurisation and packaging. Sectors: Food, beverages, juices.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of sauces and condiments (e.g., ketchup, mayonnaise) Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as tomatoes, vinegar, oils, spices, and additives; dosing and mixing these components to produce sauces and condiments; weighing to ensure consistency and flavour of the final product. Sectors: Food, processed products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of ice creams and sorbets Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as milk, fruits, sugar, and stabilisers; dosing and mixing to create the ice cream base; weighing to ensure the correct proportion before freezing and churning. Sectors: Food, ice cream.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the production of purees and preserves of fruits or vegetables Processes involved: Storage of fresh fruits or vegetables; dosing and mixing with sugar or additives to create purees or preserves; weighing and packaging in jars or cans for subsequent pasteurisation. Sectors: Food, preserves, organic products.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for the manufacture of frozen bread and baked goods Processes involved: Storage of flours, yeasts, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing to create the dough; weighing and freezing for bakery products such as bread, buns, and frozen croissants. Sectors: Food, bakery, frozen foods.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for baby food production (cereals, porridges) Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as rice, corn, fruits, and vegetables; dosing and mixing to produce cereals or baby porridges; weighing and quality control before packaging in jars or bags. Sectors: Food, infant nutrition.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for processed meat products production (sausages, burgers) Processes involved: Storage of meats, spices, fats, and other ingredients; dosing and mixing to produce processed meat products such as sausages, cold cuts, or burgers; weighing and stuffing before packaging. Sectors: Food, processed meat.
Installations, equipment, and machinery for pet food production Processes involved: Storage of ingredients such as cereals, meat and bone meals, grains, vitamins, and minerals; dosing, mixing, and homogenising; extrusion and cooking to shape the pet food and packaging. Sectors: Animal feed, pet food production.
Bulk solids
Construction Solids:
Cement
Sand
Gravel
Lime
Clay
Gypsum
Crushed stone
Recycled aggregates
Bricks
Concrete blocks
Wood
Steel
Glass
Thermal insulators (rock wool, fiberglass)
Ceramics
Tiles
Marble
Granite
Food Solids:
Cereals (wheat, corn, rice)
Sugar
Salt
Flours
Dehydrated fruits and vegetables
Legumes (lentils, chickpeas)
Nuts and seeds
Coffee beans
Grains (soy, barley)
Fish meal
Vegetable proteins
Forages
Feed additives
Dried fruits
Animal balanced feed
Powdered dairy products
Cocoa
Powdered milk
Spices and seasonings (pepper, cinnamon, turmeric)
Powdered chocolate
Loose leaf tea
Starches (corn, potato)
Dry biscuits and bakery products
Dry pasta
Puffed rice
Breakfast cereals
Granola bars
Confectionery products (candies, chewing gum)
Gluten-free flours (almond, coconut)
Powdered dietary supplements (proteins, vitamins)
Chemicals Solids:
Fertilisers (nitrates, phosphates)
Resins
Pigments
Polymers
Industrial salts
Catalysts
Powdered chemicals
Sulphates
Chlorides
Carbonates
Hydroxides
Silicates
Metal oxides
Peroxides
Solid acids (boric acid, citric acid)
Organometallic compounds
Zeolites
Ceramic powders
Nanomaterials
Energy and Environmental Solids:
Coal
Biomass (wood pellets)
Agricultural waste
Peat
Forest residues
Anthracite
Lignite
Petroleum coke
Activated carbon
Municipal solid waste (MSW)
Industrial waste
Construction and demolition waste (C&D)
Wood waste
Paper and cardboard waste
Plastic waste
Textile waste
Rubber waste
Glass waste
Metal waste
Electronic waste (WEEE)
Agri-food Solids:
Cereals (wheat, corn, rice)
Sugar
Salt
Flours
Dehydrated fruits and vegetables
Legumes (lentils, chickpeas)
Nuts and seeds
Coffee beans
Grains (soy, barley)
Fish meal
Vegetable proteins
Forages
Feed additives
Dried fruits
Animal balanced feed
Powdered dairy products
Cocoa
Powdered milk
Pharmaceutical Solids:
Active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
Excipients
Vitamins
Minerals
Powders for suspension
Cosmetics Solids:
Mineral powders
Pigments
Exfoliants
Active ingredients in powder
Minerals Solids:
Iron
Copper
Gold
Silver
Aluminium
Lead
Zinc
Nickel
Tin
Cobalt
Lithium
Uranium
Phosphates
Potash
Magnesium
Bauxite
Graphite
Talc
Barite
Fluorite
Titanium
Zirconium
Manganese
Bulk liquids
Construction Liquids:
Concrete additives
Asphalt emulsions
Food Liquids:
Vegetable oils (olive, sunflower)
Milk
Syrups
Fruit juices
Honey
Chemicals Liquids:
Acids (sulfuric, hydrochloric)
Solvents
Liquid detergents
Cleaning products
Adhesives
Bases (sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide)
Saline solutions
Emulsions
Suspensions
Chemical reagents
Industrial oils
Lubricants
Gels
Organic solvents (acetone, ethanol)
Aqueous polymer solutions
Water treatment chemicals
Biocides
Corrosion inhibitors
Energy and Environmental Liquids:
Crude oil
Biodiesel
Lubricating oils
Liquid biofuels
Agri-food Liquids:
Molasses
Plant extracts
Whey
Liquid fertilizers
Pharmaceutical Liquids:
Saline solutions
Medicinal syrups
Suspensions
Liquid extracts
Cosmetics Liquids:
Essential oils
Emulsions
Fragrances
Botanical extracts
United Kingdom
London and the South East: London (capital), Brighton, Southampton, Portsmouth, Guildford, Oxford, Cambridge, Reading | North of England: Manchester, Liverpool, Sheffield, Leeds, Newcastle upon Tyne, Middlesbrough, Hull, Blackpool | Central England: Birmingham (second-largest city), Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent | South West England: Bath, Exeter, Plymouth, Cornwall (county and region) | North West England: Lancaster, Chester, Warrington, Preston | East of England: Norwich, Ipswich, Peterborough, Cambridge | Yorkshire and the Humber: York, Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield | Scotland: Edinburgh (capital), Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness | Wales: Cardiff (capital), Swansea, Newport, Wrexham, Bangor | Northern Ireland: Belfast (capital), Derry, Lisburn, Newry
The United States
Northeast: New York City (largest city), Boston, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Albany, Newark, Buffalo | Mid-Atlantic: Washington, D.C. (capital), Baltimore, Richmond, Wilmington, Trenton, Jersey City | South: Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Dallas, Charlotte, Nashville, New Orleans, Tampa, Orlando, Austin | Midwest: Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Milwaukee, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Columbus | West: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, San Diego, Portland, Sacramento, Denver, Phoenix | Pacific Northwest: Seattle, Portland, Spokane | Southwest: Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Albuquerque, Las Vegas | Rocky Mountain Region: Denver, Salt Lake City, Boise, Cheyenne | Great Plains: Kansas City, Omaha, Des Moines, Wichita, Fargo | Southeast: Atlanta, Miami, Charlotte, Richmond, Nashville, Louisville | Appalachian Region: Charleston, Knoxville, Huntington, Asheville | Alaska: Anchorage, Fairbanks | Hawaii: Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua