COMPANY OVERVIEW

A mid-sized beverage manufacturer that specializes in various types of plastic bottled beverages prides themselves on consistency, cleanliness and rapid production cycles for their multiple product lines. The company runs three production lines and ships daily production to major retailers across the US. With a strong emphasis on hygiene and efficiency, this company continuously invests in technology that enhances production reliability and supports rapid scaling and changeover.

CHALLENGE

As this beverage manufacturer scaled up their operations to meet growing demand, they expanded to a third production line dedicated to new product SKUs. This resulted in needing to add a reliable drying systems to this new line. Their legacy blower systems that they have used on their original two production lines relied on third-party VFDs and control boxes, which sometimes caused compatibility problems and lacked centralized control while also requiring heavier support from their internal engineering and operations teams. When reviewing this new production line, they were looking for a simpler control solution from a provider for a more turn-key solution that required less support from their internal teams and could simply work more efficiently than their previous systems.

SOLUTION

To address these issues, the company partnered with Paxton Products to implement a drying system complete with a Paxton Control Panel on the new production line. The turnkey system offered integrated Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controls, emergency stop functions, and full washdown compliance—a perfect fit for their sanitation requirements. They chose to also include the optional Vortex A/C Enclosure Cooler, already installed, to maintain a consistent internal temperature in the humid and warm production environment. By centralizing the control of the Paxton Blowers into a single, scalable platform, the company was able to monitor blower status, performance, and safety conditions in real time through their local PLC system.

RESULT

The integration of the Paxton Control Panel delivered immediate and measurable improvements for the company. Installation and setup of the drying system with the control panel was smoother than previous production lines since they didn’t have to work with a third party motor starter of VFD. Maintenance teams reported faster diagnostics and easier access thanks to the lock-out capabilities and visual indicators. The plant’s quality assurance team also noted a more consistent drying process, reducing the frequency of rejected packaging due to residual moisture. Most importantly, as future lines are needed due to scalability, the Paxton Control Panel ensures quick integration without additional engineering headaches. With increased safety, reliability, and performance, this beverage manufacturer now operates at peak efficiency with full confidence in their blower control infrastructure.

ABOUT THE PAXTON PRODUCTS CONTROL PANEL

The Paxton Control Panel offers manufacturers a simplified solution to manage Paxton Blowers in a turnkey manner. Designed for easy installation and scalability, Paxton's Control Panel simplifies blower management with features like a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), emergency stop, and washdown compliance. The Control Panel is equipped with centralized control, quality assurance, and enhanced safety while monitoring operational conditions to optimize your drying processes. With the Paxton Control Panel, there's no need for third-party motor starters or VFDs; it provides a comprehensive, turnkey solution for your blower system. Key controls include Blower On, Start, Stop, Reset, Alarm, and Emergency Stop, ensuring efficient operation. For added protection, you can integrate a Vortex A/C Enclosure Cooler from Vortec to keep the control panel cool and clean. Utilizing compressed air, this cooler maintains a stable temperature, preventing overheating and minimizing downtime.