Australia’s food and beverage sector plays a vital role in the national economy, but it also generates significant volumes of food waste each year, much of it during processing. With increasing regulatory, environmental and operational pressures, effective waste management has become a priority for producers seeking to reduce costs, conserve resources and operate more sustainably.
SEEPEX, a global leader in progressive cavity pump technology, offers a game-changing solution for the industry. Its Smart Air Injection (SAI) system streamlines the handling of semi-solid food waste with a clean, energy-efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.
Why Replace Mechanical Conveyors?
Outdated mechanical conveyors are still widely used in many facilities, yet they are:
- Costly to run
- Difficult to maintain
- Prone to odour and hygiene issues
- Inefficient with long distances, elevation changes or directional shifts
- Manual handling carries similar risks, especially in terms of contamination and worker safety.
What Makes SAI Different?
SAI replaces open, labour-intensive systems with a closed pipeline that cleanly conveys dewatered food waste such as:
- Coffee grounds
- Fruit skins
- Tea leaves
- Vegetable peelings
Its fully enclosed design eliminates odours, reduces emissions and conserves process water. The system is ideal for integration with reuse processes like animal feed or anaerobic digestion, aligning with Australia’s growing circular economy goals.
Efficient, Low-Maintenance & Built for the Future
SAI operates at low pressure, helping reduce installation and energy costs. Maintenance is fast and straightforward, thanks to:
- Rotor Joint Access (RJA): Quick access to rotor-side joints without dismantling pipework
- Drive Joint Access (DJA): Easy servicing of drive-side components with minimal disassembly
These features cut downtime and labour, improving plant availability and reducing total cost of ownership.
Proven Success in the Field
An overseas mustard processor transformed its operations with SAI. Previously plagued by airborne vapours that caused eye irritation among workers, the facility now benefits from a safer, cleaner and more energy-efficient process. The SAI system fully enclosed the waste stream, eliminating vapour release while lowering ongoing maintenance demands.
Smarter Food Waste Handling Starts Here
Whether you’re handling fruit pulp, vegetable peels or more challenging semi-solid residues like coffee grounds, tea leaves, mustard husks or microcellulose, SEEPEX Smart Air Injection delivers a cleaner, more sustainable and cost-effective solution for transporting food waste.
Ready to improve your waste handling process?
Contact SEEPEX here to request an expert evaluation or application support.
