 The patented UMS Discmill® Type MHA 600 grinds product between
two discs upon which are mounted corrugated grinding elements. The profile and size of the
corrugations, much like the fluting used on rollermills, is one of the factors which
determines the characteristics of the ground product. Two other important factors
influencing the grind characteristic are speed of rotation and the gap between the
grinding elements.
For each application the type of corrugation, relative disposition of the corrugations
(sharp to sharp, dull to dull etc.), speed and motor size are selected by UMS and the
machine is supplied so configured.
The grinding gap can be adjusted on site, easily and accurately, by means of a micrometer
hand-wheel. When the corrugated elements are worn, or a different corrugation profile is
required, the elements can be changed quite easily - it takes about one hour for one man.
The Discmill has many applications and is the heart of several UMS milling systems. It can
be used with finesse to break open cereal grains such as wheat or it can be used with
brute force to reduce granular products to fine flour. The UMS Discmill bridges the gap
between rollermills and hammermills.
Capacity depends upon the product and the severity of grind, but is typically around 3000
kg per hour for whole grains, falling to 1500 kg per hour for finer products such as
semolina. A 37 KW motor is fitted as standard, but smaller motors can be used if
appropriate.
Installation of the Discmill is straightforward. It is supplied with vibration dampeners
for each of the four feet of the free-standing support frame. The ground product discharge
point is located at sufficient height to allow the installation of the ground product
conveying line on the same floor as the Discmill. This means the Discmill can be located
on a solid ground floor if required. The compact design and small footprint compare
favourably with those of a rollermill or hammermill.
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