Flow Automation
Control the product route according to its intended destination
Open and close gates, switch diverters and position distributors from a central station, with origin and destination clearly identified. Fewer manual operations, less exposure and fewer routing errors.
Typical situations
Do any of these sound familiar?
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Manual routing operations
People walk to open and close gates every time the route changes.
02
Operations in hazardous spots
Switching a point means climbing structures or entering hard-to-reach areas.
03
Product going to the wrong place
In storage or seed plants, a routing error mixes lots or requires rework.
04
Choking after a power outage
The elevator stops loaded, the boot chokes and intake stays down until it is cleaned.
Maass Central · Routes
Power OKActive route
Pit 01 → Elevator
Intake gateOpen
Flow Automation
Control the grain route from the central station
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Product arrives at the facility
The truck unloads into the intake pit and the bucket elevator lifts the grain to the top of the structure.
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Choose the route on the central station
Origin and destination on screen. The system positions the distributor and gates, and the product goes to the chosen silo.
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Destination changed? No climbing required
A new route on the central station repositions the routing points. Less walking, less exposure and fewer routing errors.
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Power outage
The facility stops. In the corresponding applications, the gate closes automatically and the elevator boot does not choke.
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Faster restart
With power back, intake resumes without having to clean the elevator boot.
How it works
What the system does for you
- 1
Automated routing points
Gates, diverters and distributors receive pneumatic, electric or other actuation, depending on the application.
- 2
Routes on the central station
The operator chooses origin and destination and the system positions the points and controls the integrated equipment.
- 3
Interlocks
Start and stop sequences follow the route to avoid out-of-order operations.
- 4
Automatic closing on power loss
In the corresponding applications, the gate closes automatically when power fails, preventing the elevator boot from choking.
Before
- Walking to each gate to change the route
- Operating points high up or hard to reach
- Confirming the destination by radio or by sight
- Cleaning the elevator boot after a power outage
With Maass
- Routes controlled from the central station
- Fewer entries and operations in hazardous areas
- Origin and destination shown on screen
- Gate closing by itself on power loss
Less manual intervention does not automatically mean a smaller team. The gain depends on each facility’s routine.
Features
What makes a difference in daily use
Features available according to the contracted configuration.
Actuation by application
Pneumatic, electric or other, defined by engineering.
Equipment integration
Elevators, conveyors and dryers can be controlled within the same route.
Faster restart
Without choking, intake resumes with less downtime.
Expandable
Start with one point or one route and expand later.
Integration and installation
How the change happens at your facility
We map routes, current controls, manual interventions, destinations and responsibilities. Engineering defines interfaces and scope limits, followed by installation, route testing and training.
FAQ
Questions about this solution
Do I need to automate the whole facility at once?
No. You can start with the point or route that requires the most manual work today and expand later.
Does automatic closing prevent power outages?
No. The outage still stops the facility. Closing the gate reduces the risk of choking extending that downtime.
Does it work in seed processing plants?
Yes, correct routing of seeds is one of the applications. We validate the process before defining the solution.
Does automation change the confined space classification?
Not by itself. It reduces the need to enter to perform the task, but the space classification follows the applicable standards.
Take control
Shall we talk about Flow Automation for your facility?
Tell us how your facility works today. A Maass specialist will understand the situation and suggest the next step: a demo, a site survey or a proposal.