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Dry Ice Reformer R70i

Dry Ice Reformer R70i

Dry Ice Reformer R70i

Product catalog summary
Overview: The ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i is designed for producing dense dry ice blocks by compressing dry ice pellets. It can be used with both existing and new dry ice pelletizers, enhancing the dry ice pellet business with block production.
Specifications: The machine has a production capacity of 300 to 700 kg/h, depending on block size. It operates on 400 VAC ± 5%/50 Hz/3 Ph + PE, with dimensions of 1,140 × 1,140 × 1,620 mm and a net weight of approximately 510 kg without hydraulic oil. The total power installed is 9.5 kW, with a maximum average power consumption of less than 3 kW. Connectivity options include LAN, Ethernet, and 3G.
Function and Applications: The R70i is controlled via a Siemens PLC and a 7" touch screen, allowing for easy operation and monitoring. It compresses 3 mm dry ice pellets into blocks, with adjustable thickness and weight. The system monitors various parameters to ensure reliable operation.
Key Features: The reformer includes a Siemens PLC for process control, a multilingual touch screen, an integrated production control system, and remote control capabilities. It offers high process reliability and can integrate with ASCO pelletizers and packaging machines.
Options: Optional accessories include a podium for elevating a pelletizer, conveyor belts for automatic filling, and a set of spare parts for maintenance.
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Dry Ice Reformer R70i-1

Dry Ice Production ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i part no. 901510 The ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i has been developed for producing dense dry ice blocks in various sizes by compressing dry ice pellets. Be it in combination with an existing or with a new dry ice pelletizer, the ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i is a very convenient tool to complement the dry ice pellet business with dry ice blocks. The compact machine is driven by a powerful and unique hydraulic unit featuring instant push button start. All functions are controlled by a Siemens PLC. A Siemens touch screen provides good overview and easy operation, a comprehensive monitoring, easy maintenance and optimal service planning. An integrated production control system allows to define and supervise the amount of blocks or weight to be produced. Specifications Production capacity*: Voltage: Dimensions (L × W × H): Weight net: Weight packed: Total power installed: Max. average power consumption: Standby mode: Connectivity and remote access: Basis media: Dry ice density blocks: Standard block/slice sizes: 300 to 700 kg / h (661 - 1543 lb) (depending on block size) 400 VAC ± 5 %/ 50 Hz / 3 Ph + PE (other voltages and frequencies on request) 1'140 × 1'140 × 1'620 mm (45 x 45 x 64 in) approx. 510 kg (1122 lb) (without hydraulic oil) approx. 580 kg (1276 lb) (with hydraulic oil) 680 kg (1499 lb) 9.5 kW (12.7 HP) < 3 kW (4 HP) 0.6 kW (0.8 HP) LAN, Ethernet, 3G (other data services on demand) 3 mm (1/8 ") dry ice pellets ≥ 1.54 kg / dm3 (96 lb/ft3) 210 × 125 mm (8.3 x 4.9 in), thickness 16 to 60 mm (0.6 to 2.3 in) resp. weight 650 to 2'430 g (1.4 to 5.4 lb) (thickness and weight stepless adjustable) Standard block /slice size 210 × 125 mm (8.3 x 4.9 in) Thickness in mm** (Thickness in in) Weight in g / block approx. (Weight in lb/block approx.) Performance in kg / h approx. 300 (Performance in lb/h approx.) (661) * The indications regarding production capacity are based on the use of 3 mm pellets, freshly produced on ASCO dry ice pelletizers. ** This choice of sizes is only an extract and helps as production indication. The thickness or the weight of the blocks is alternatively stepless adjustable. ASCO CARBON DIOXIDE LTD | Hofenstrasse 19 | CH–9300 Wittenbach | T +41 71 466 80 80 | ascoco2.com Version 5.

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Dry Ice Reformer R70i-2

ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i: Function and applications The ASCO Dry Ice Reformer R70i is started on the 7" Siemens comfort touch screen panel. All functions are controlled by the inbuilt PLC. Dry ice pellets with a diameter of 3 mm (1/8 ") are filled into the dry ice hopper. From there they are conveyed to the pressing chamber automatically, where they are predosed and compressed into high-quality dry ice blocks. To ensure continuous, reliable operation of the reformer, oil level, cycle time, operation hours, due date of service, motor overload, amount of produced dry ice blocks since last start...

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Dry Ice Reformer R70i-3

Automatic Dry Ice Reformer R70i: Options Pos. 001 Podium for Dry Ice Pelletizer Customized podium to elevate a dry ice pelletizer to directly charge the ASCO Dry Ice-Reformer R70i with pellets. ASCO Pellet Feeder for Dry Ice Reformer R70i Conveyor belt for automatic filling of the R70i dry ice reformer with pellets from an ASCO P15i or P28i dry ice pelletizer. ASCO Pellet Feeder for Dry Ice Reformer R70i Universal conveyor belt for automatic filling of the R70i dry ice reformer with pellets from all ASCO dry ice pelletizers. Set of spares Recommended set of spare parts for approx. one to two...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.