Flax Seed

FLAX SEED: FROM FIELD TO FOOD, FEED, AND SEED

Flax Seed takes a long and detailed journey before it reaches your table. From planting and growing to harvesting and processing, turning this essential grain into food or beverage products requires significant time and effort. If you’ve ever noticed different types of Flax Seed on store shelves, the main distinction comes down to Flax Seed processing. After harvest, Flax Seed undergoes a series of processing stages that shape the final product.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Intake

Purpose

  • The ADDAMS Flax Seed Intake aims to receive, inspect, and transfer raw Flax Seed into the processing line in a controlled and efficient manner.

  • It is the first step in the grain processing system and plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and traceability of the grain.

Key functions of ADDAM Flax Seed Intake Equipment

  • Receiving – Flax Seed is unloaded from trucks, trailers, or containers into pits, hoppers, or conveyors.

  • Initial inspection and sampling – to check for moisture, foreign materials, and overall quality.

  • Pre-cleaning (optional) – light impurities like dust and chaff may be removed at this stage.

  • Weighing and documentation – for inventory management and traceability.

  • Feeding into the processing system – via conveyors, elevators, or storage silos.

  • Flax Seed intake equipment ensures a consistent flow of raw material, protects downstream equipment, and serves as a critical control point for quality assurance.

Equipment

  • Intake Pit (with or without Aspiration System)

  • Intake Active Belt Conveyors

  • Chain Conveyor or Screw Conveyors

  • Grain Containers

  • Big Bag off-loading Crane

  • Big Bag off-loading Hopper

Industries

  • Flax Seed Food Processing Lines

  • Flax Seed Feed Processing Lines

  • Flax Seed Seed Processing Lines

Industrial seed cleaning and processing plant interior.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Pre-Cleaning

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Pre-cleaners remove coarse, fine, and light impurities from raw Flax Seed before it enters the central cleaning or processing stages. They act as a protective and efficiency-boosting step in the processing line.

Key objectives of ADDAMS Flax Seed Pre-cleaning:

  • Eliminate large foreign materials from Flax Seed, such as stones, sticks, leaves, and clumps.

  • Remove fine and light impurities from Flax Seed, like dust, sand, husks, and shriveled Flax Seed.

  • Reduce wear and tear on downstream machines by preventing blockages or damage.

  • Improve airflow and separation efficiency in later Flax Seed processes like drying or color sorting.

  • Storage stability is enhanced if Flax Seed is stored after intake.

By handling the bulk of unwanted material early, the pre-cleaner increases overall processing efficiency, protects equipment longevity, and supports consistent product quality.

Equipment: FLAX SEED PRE-CLEANERS FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC, FLAX SEED PRE-CLEANERS FLAT SCREEN-VIBROTARY, FLAX SEED PRE-CLEANERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN, FLAX SEED PRE-CLEANERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Drying

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed drying process reduces the moisture content of freshly harvested Flax Seed to a safe level for storage, or processing. High moisture levels can lead to rapid spoilage, mold growth, and quality loss.

Key functions of ADDAMS Flax Seed Drying:

  • Prevent spoilage by reducing moisture to levels that inhibit fungal and microbial activity.

  • Ensure safe storage – typically drying Flax Seed to around 12–14% moisture prevents heating and decay in silos.

  • Reduce weight and transport costs – dried Flax Seed weighs less and is less prone to damage in transit.

  • Stabilize grain quality – for consistent performance in downstream processing (e.g., milling or brewing).

Drying protects the Flax Seed’s value, usability, and shelf life after harvest.

Equipment: RECIRCULATING BATCH TYPE DRYER.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator in Flax Seed processing plants is to remove metal contaminants—both magnetic (ferrous) and non-magnetic (non-ferrous)—to ensure product safety, protect equipment, and meet quality standards in food and seed processing.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Separators for Flax Seed:

  • Use magnets to remove ferrous metals, such as iron or steel fragments, to prevent contamination and damage to machinery.

  • Eliminate non-ferrous metals, such as aluminium, copper, or stainless steel, using eddy current separators or advanced detection systems.

  • Protect downstream equipment from metal-induced wear, blockages, or failure.

  • Ensure food and seed safety by eliminating physical hazards that could harm consumers or damage planting equipment.

  • Comply with industry regulations, particularly in food-grade processing, where zero metal contamination is critical.

These separators are often placed early in the process line (e.g., after intake or pre-cleaning) to intercept metal contaminants as soon as possible.

Equipment: FLAX SEED TUBULAR MAGNET PIPES, FLAX SEED MAGNET GRILLS, FLAX SEED MAGNETIC BELT SEPARATOR, FLAX SEED METAL DEDECTOR.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing Lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Screen Cleaning

Purpose: An air screen cleaner for Flax Seed cleans and grades the grain by removing impurities and unwanted materials based on size and weight differences. It’s typically one of the first steps in post-harvest processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Air Screen Cleaner for Flax Seed:

  • Airflow removes light impurities from Flax Seed like dust, chaff, husks, and broken kernels.

  • Separate oversized and undersized particles from Flax Seed with vibrating screens of different mesh/perforation sizes.

  • Improve Flax Seed quality by isolating clean, uniform Flax Seed kernels.

  • Enhance Flax Seed storage stability by reducing the presence of mold-prone material.

  • Prepare Flax Seed for further processing, such as hulling, or polishing.

Combining aspiration (airflow) and sieving, the air screen cleaner boosts efficiency and yield while protecting downstream equipment from wear or clogging.

Equipment: FLAX SEED AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS, FLAX SEED SUPER AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS-FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC, FLAX SEED AIR SEED CLEANERS-FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC, FLAX SEED AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS-VIBROTARY, FLAX SEED AIR SEED CLEANERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN, FLAX SEED AIR SEED CLEANERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Seed Grading

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed grading is to classify Flax Seed kernels based on size and uniformity, ensuring consistent quality for food production, or seed use. Grading helps match the grain to specific end-use requirements, thereby improving the efficiency of downstream processes.

Key objectives of an ADDAMS Flax Seed Grading:

  • Separate Flax Seed kernels by size into large, medium, and small grades.

  • Ensure Flax Seed uniformity for cooking or milling.

  • Enhance Flax Seed process efficiency by ensuring consistent performance in polishing, drying, and dehulling.

  • Maximize Flax Seed value – higher-grade Flax Seed often commands better prices in food and brewing markets.

  • Remove undersized or broken kernels from Flax Seed, which may be unsuitable for premium applications.

Grading is typically performed using cylindrical or flat sieves and can be integrated with cleaning or sorting equipment.

Equipment: FLAX SEED GRADERS- FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC, FLAX SEED GRADERS-FLAT SCREEN-VIBROTARY, FLAX SEED GRADERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN, FLAX SEED GRADERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN, FLAX SEED CYLINDRICAL SCREENING GRADERS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Stone Separation

Purpose: The Addams Flax Seed de-stoning removes stones and other heavy impurities from the grain batch based on differences in specific density. This step is essential to protect equipment, ensure product safety, and maintain high-quality processing standards.

Key functions of Addams Flax Seed De-stoning:

  • Eliminate stones, glass, and metal fragments, which are heavier than Flax Seed and can damage downstream machinery.

  • Improve Flax Seed purity – especially important for food-grade Flax Seed.

  • Protect processing equipment, such as rollers, polishers, and sorters, from wear or breakage.

  • Enhance safety by removing foreign materials that could pose hazards to consumers.

  • Increase Flax Seed market value by meeting quality standards for export or premium processing.

De-stoners use vibrating decks with airflow to separate heavier-than-grain materials efficiently.

Equipment: FLAX SEED DE-STONERS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Gravity Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Gravity Separator separates Flax Seed kernels based on their specific weight, helping to remove light, immature, shriveled, or insect-damaged grains that cannot be detected by size or color alone.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Gravity Separator in Flax Seed Processing:

  • Separate high-quality Flax Seed from lightweight rejects, ensuring uniform kernel density.

  • Remove damaged or partially developed Flax Seed, which can affect food quality, or seed performance.

  • Improve Flax Seed quality by ensuring only dense, healthy Flax Seed proceeds to final processing.

  • Increase Flax Seed germination rate – for seed Flax Seed by isolating fully mature kernels.

  • Support consistent downstream processing of Flax Seed, as uniform Flax Seed weight improves polishing, or dehulling performance.

Gravity separators use a combination of vibration, air flow, and sloped decks to sort the Flax Seed by density with high precision.

Equipment: FLAX SEED GRAVITY SEPARATORS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Length Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed length separator is to separate Flax Seed kernels based on their length, allowing for the removal of short or broken grains and foreign materials like weed seeds or other crop fragments that differ in shape.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Flax Seed Length Separator:

  • Remove broken or short kernels from Flax Seed, which may affect milling performance.

  • Eliminate contaminants from Flax Seed, such as weed seeds or other grains of similar width but different length.

  • Improve Flax Seed uniformity – critical for consistent processing, especially in food-grade Flax Seed.

  • Enhance the final quality of Flax Seed by producing a cleaner, more homogenous grain batch.

  • Support Flax Seed seed grading by ensuring only fully developed kernels are selected for planting.

Length separators often use indent cylinders or trieurs, which rotate and lift grains based on their length profile.

Equipment: FLAX SEED INDENTED CYLINDER SEPARATOR.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Color Sorting

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Color Sorter separates, removes discolored, defective, or foreign grains from the bulk Flax Seed based on color differences. This process is essential for ensuring the final product’s quality, safety, and uniform appearance, especially in applications like food processing, or seed use.

Main purposes of the ADDAMS Flax Seed Color Sorting:

  • Remove defective Flax Seed kernels – e.g., those affected by mold, heat damage, sprouting, or disease.

  • Eliminate foreign materials from Flax Seed, such as stones, soil particles, or other grains.

  • Improve the visual quality of Flax Seed by ensuring a consistent, clean look for food grade Flax Seed.

  • Enhance the processing efficiency of Flax Seed by preventing contamination in the downstream equipment.

  • Meet industry standards – especially important for export or premium market segments.

Color sorters use high-resolution cameras and sensors to detect variations in color and eject unwanted particles with precise air jets.

Equipment: FLAX SEED COLOR SORTER SEPARATOR-FREE FALL.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Zig Zag Air Separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Zig-Zag Air Separator separates materials based on weight and aerodynamic properties using a controlled air stream in a zig-zag-shaped vertical column. It effectively removes light impurities and dusty or chaffy particles from Flax Seed.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Zig-Zag Air Separator in Flax Seed processing:

  • Remove lightweight contaminants from Flax Seed, such as husks, straw, dust, and immature kernels.

  • Improve Flax Seed purity before fine cleaning, grading, or packaging.

  • Protect the downstream equipment of Flax Seed Processing by minimizing debris that can clog or wear machinery.

  • Enhance consistency by isolating clean, dense kernels for processing or sale.

  • Support energy-efficient separation of Flax Seed Processing– using air flow rather than mechanical screening alone.

The ADDAMS Zig-Zag design increases residence time and separation efficiency, making it a compact and effective solution in pre-cleaning and aspiration systems.

Equipment: FLAX SEED ZIG-ZAG AIR SEPARATOR.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Aspiration Chamber

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Aspiration chamber is to separate light impurities from Flax Seed using airflow, improving cleanliness and protecting downstream equipment. It is commonly used in the Pre-cleaning and cleaning stages of Flax Seed processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Flax Seed Aspiration Chamber:

  • Remove light materials from Flax Seed like dust, husks, chaff, straw, and hollow grains.

  • Enhance Flax Seed purity by ensuring only denser, usable Flax Seed kernels proceed.

  • Protect machinery by reducing clogging and wear on fine cleaners, sorters, and other sensitive equipment.

  • Improve air quality by capturing airborne dust and reducing contamination in the facility.

  • Increase efficiency, as removing loose light particles early boosts the performance of later processing stages.

ADDAMS Aspiration Chambers typically use vertical or horizontal airflow to lift and separate lighter particles from heavier Flax Seed.

Equipment: FLAX SEED ASPIRATION CHAMBER.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED CLEANING → Flax Seed Spiral Separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Spiral Separator separates round particles (like Flax Seed kernels) from flat or irregular-shaped materials based on their shape and rolling behaviour. This separation method is especially useful in seed cleaning and grain processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Flax Seed Spiral Separator:

  • Separate round Flax Seed kernels from flat impurities like broken seeds, weed seeds, or chaff.

  • Improve Flax Seed seed purity – particularly important for seed Flax Seed where uniformity and quality are critical.

  • Enhance processing consistency by ensuring only properly shaped Flax Seed kernels proceed to final cleaning or grading.

  • Reduce foreign material that might slip through a screen or air-based cleaning stages.

  • Operate without screens or air – using only gravity and mechanical flow, making it low-maintenance and energy-efficient.

Spiral separators rely on the principle that round grains roll down faster and more directly, while flat or irregular particles are thrown outward and fall more slowly as they descend the spiral chute.

Equipment: FLAX SEED SPIRAL SEPARATOR.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Abrasive Hullers

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Abrasive Hullers remove the tough outer hull (husk) from Flax Seed kernels using friction, preparing the grain for food processing or further polishing. This is especially important when producing hulled or pearled Flax Seed.

Key functions of ADDAMS Flax Seed Abrasive Hullers:

  • Remove inedible Flax Seed hulls from hulled Flax Seed varieties that retain a tight outer shell after harvesting.

  • Prepare for Flax Seed polishing or pearling by exposing the endosperm for smoother, more uniform processing.

  • Improve Flax Seed’s digestibility and cooking quality for food applications like soups, cereals, or flours.

  • Enhance Flax Seed’s appearance by removing rough, fibrous outer layers.

  • Support food safety and cleanliness by eliminating surface contaminants trapped in the Flax Seed hull.

Abrasive hullers use rotating emery or carborundum surfaces to gently rub the hull off the Flax Seed as it tumbles inside the chamber.

Equipment: FLAX SEED ABRASIVE HULLERS, FLAX SEED IMPACT DE-HULLERS, FLAX SEED UNDERRUNNER DISC SHELLER.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Milling

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Milling equipment processes cleaned and dehulled Flax Seed into usable food products by reducing it to various particle sizes or forms, such as flour, grits, flakes, or pearled Flax Seed. Milling makes Flax Seed more digestible, cookable, and suitable for human consumption or food manufacturing.

Key objectives of the ADDAMS Flax Seed Milling equipment:

  • Convert raw Flax Seed into food ingredients, such as Flax Seed flour, semolina, or flakes for cereals, baked goods, or soups.

  • Remove the remaining Flax Seed hull or bran layers for smoother texture and improved digestibility.

  • Control granulation and texture – based on end-use (e.g., Flax Seed fine flour vs. coarse grits).

  • Enhance Flax Seed’s appearance and shelf life by removing parts of the grain that may spoil more quickly.

  • Enable value-added processing, such as extrusion for snacks.

ADDAMS Milling equipment typically includes grinding, sieving, and sometimes polishing to achieve the desired final product quality.

Equipment: FLAX SEED HAMMER MILL, FLAX SEED PIN MILL, FLAX SEED STONE MILL.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Conveyors

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Conveyor equipment is used in Flax Seed Processing Plants for efficiently and safely transporting Flax Seed between different processing stages, such as intake, cleaning, drying, hulling, and milling, while minimizing grain damage and maintaining flow continuity.

Key functions of ADDAMS Grain Conveyors in Flax Seed processing:

  • Efficient material handling – quickly move large volumes of Flax Seed between machines or storage.

  • Reduce manual labor – automating transport to lower labor costs and increase operational efficiency.

  • Preserve grain quality by using gentle conveying methods that reduce breakage and dust.

  • Support continuous processing – ensuring smooth transitions between processing steps without bottlenecks.

  • Enable flexible plant layout – with options like Belt Conveyors, Chain Conveyors, Screw Conveyors, or Bucket Elevators for vertical or horizontal movement.

ADDAMS Conveyors are essential for creating a streamlined, automated, hygienic Flax Seed processing operation.

Equipment: FLAX SEED BELT CONVEYORS, FLAX SEED CHAIN CONVEYORS, FLAX SEED SCREW CONVEYORS, FLAX SEED JOG CONVEYORS, FLAX SEED BUCKET ELEVATORS, FLAX SEED PENDULUM BUCKET ELEVATORS, FLAX SEED EASY DUMP ELEVATORS, FLAX SEED CONTINUOUS CUP BUCKET ELEVATORS, FLAX SEED PNEUMATIC CONVEYORS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Seed Treaters

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Seed Treater is used in seed processing plants to apply protective chemical or biological treatments to the surface of Flax Seed seeds, helping to prevent disease and pest damage and improve germination performance during storage and planting.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Flax Seed Seed Treater:

  • Apply fungicides, insecticides, or biological agents to Flax Seed Seed to protect against soil-borne and seed-borne diseases.

  • Enhance Flax Seed seed vigor and germination by preventing early-stage infection or decay.

  • Improve Flax Seed crop establishment by giving seeds a better chance of thriving in the field.

  • Provide uniform coverage, ensuring consistent protection across all seeds.

  • Enable value-added seed products, such as pre-inoculated or nutrient-coated seed.

ADDAMS Flax Seed seed treaters typically use Rotary Drums, Batch coaters, and Continuous flow Seed Treaters that mix seed with liquid or powder treatments under controlled conditions.

Equipment: FLAX SEED CONTINUOUS SEED TREATING, FLAX SEED BATCH TYPE SEED TREATER/COATING, FLAX SEED DRUM SEED TREATER.

Industries: Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Polisher

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Polisher improves the appearance, texture, and cleanliness of Flax Seed kernels by gently removing surface layers such as dust, residual hull fragments, or bran in Flax Seed processing plants. Polishing is essential for food-grade and pearled Flax Seed products.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Flax Seed polisher:

  • Enhance Flax Seed’s visual appeal by giving kernels a smooth, uniform, and shiny finish.

  • Remove fine husk particles and surface dust on Flax Seed – improving hygiene and product quality.

  • Refine texture for cooking of Flax Seed – Polished Flax Seed has a better mouthfeel and cooks more evenly.

  • Improve the shelf life of Flax Seed by removing the outer layers that may spoil or attract moisture.

  • Support premium product standards, especially in markets for pearled or packaged food Flax Seed.

ADDAMS Flax Seed polishers use Friction Polisher and Brush Polisher in a controlled chamber to gently buff the grain without damaging the core.

Equipment: FLAX SEED FRICTION POLISHER, FLAX SEED BRUCH POLISHER.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Bagging and Packaging

Purpose: The ADDAMS Flax Seed Weighing and Packaging Scales in Flax Seed processing plants accurately weigh and dispense Flax Seed into bags or containers, ensuring consistent product quantity, reducing waste, and improving operational efficiency.

Key functions of packaging scales in Flax Seed processing:

  • Accurate weight control ensures each package contains the correct amount of Flax Seed (e.g., 25 kg, 50 kg, etc.).

  • Improve packaging speed and efficiency by automating the weighing and filling process.

  • Reduce product giveaway and material loss through precise measurement.

  • Maintain product consistency – important for customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

  • Integrate with bagging and sealing systems for a seamless packaging line.

ADDAMS Packaging scales can be manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic, and are typically placed at the end of the processing line, right before storage or dispatch.

Equipment: SEMI-AUTOMATED BAGGING SCALES 5kg to 50 kg, FULLY AUTOMATED BAGGING SCALES 5kg to 50 kg.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales

Purpose: The ADDAMS Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales in Flax Seed processing plants accurately weigh and fill large-capacity bags (e.g., 500 kg to 2,000 kg) with bulk Flax Seed, typically for industrial, wholesale, or export applications.

Key functions of ADDAMS Big Bag Filling & Weighing in Flax Seed processing:

  • Accurate bulk weighing ensures each big bag contains the exact target weight of Flax Seed.

  • Efficient bulk packaging reduces time and labor compared to handling many smaller bags.

  • Facilitate storage and transport – big bags are easier to handle with forklifts or pallets in bulk logistics.

  • Reduce packaging waste – compared to multiple small units.

  • Support large-scale sales or exports, where Flax Seed is delivered in bulk to customers or processors.

Equipment: FILLING & WEIGHING ON GROUND, FILLING & WEIGHING ON LIFT.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Online Scales

Purpose: The ADDAMS online scales in Flax Seed processing plants is to continuously monitor and control the flow of Flax Seed during processing by providing real-time weight measurements.

Key functions of ADDAMS Online scales in Flax Seed processing:

  • Continuous, real-time weight monitoring for material moving on conveyors or through chutes.

  • Ensure consistent flow rates for evenly feeding machines like dryers, cleaners, or polishers.

  • Track yield and losses by comparing input and output weights at different processing stages.

  • Enable automatic process control – systems can adjust flow or equipment settings based on live weight data.

  • Support production reporting and traceability, with accurate logs for quality assurance and audits.

Equipment: HOPPER SCALE, BELT SCALE.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed PALLETISER

Purpose: The ADDAMS Palletiser automates the stacking of filled bags or containers onto pallets in Flax Seed processing plants, improving efficiency, consistency, and safety in the final packaging and dispatch stage.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Palletiser in Flax Seed processing:

  • Automated stacking reduces manual labor and speeds up packaging.

  • Ensure uniform pallet loads – optimizing space for storage and transport.

  • Improve workplace safety by minimizing heavy lifting and repetitive strain on workers.

  • Enhance handling and logistics – neatly stacked pallets are easier to move with forklifts or pallet jacks.

  • Increase throughput – allowing continuous operation with minimal downtime in the final stage.

Equipment: BAG STACKER PALLETISER.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Indoor Silos

Purpose: The ADDAMS Indoor Silos in Flax Seed processing plants is to provide safe, controlled, and efficient storage of Flax Seed at various stages of processing—typically before or after cleaning, drying, or packaging.

Key functions of ADDAMS Indoor silos in Flax Seed processing:

  • Buffer storage – maintain a steady flow between processing stages to avoid downtime.

  • Protect grain from weather and pests by storing it in a sealed, climate-controlled environment.

  • Enable batch separation – store different grades, varieties, or processing lots separately.

  • Support logistics and automation – with integrated loading/unloading systems for efficient material handling.

  • Preserve grain quality – with options for aeration, temperature monitoring, and humidity control.

Equipment: CONVEYOR BOTTOM SILO, STORAGE BINS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Processing Plant Control & Automation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Plant Control & Automation; PLC, SCADA, and MES systems in Flax Seed processing plants is to automate, monitor, and optimize the entire production process, ensuring efficiency, quality control, traceability, and real-time decision-making.

ADDAMS PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)

  • Purpose: Controls individual machines or systems (like dryers, conveyors, cleaners) with precision and reliability.

  • Key Functions: Real-time control of motors, valves, sensors; Responds quickly to operational changes; Ensures consistent operation.

ADDAMS SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)

  • Purpose: Provides centralized monitoring and control over all plant operations.

  • Key Functions: Visual dashboards of performance; Alarm management; Remote control; Data logging for audits.

ADDAMS MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

  • Purpose: Manages and optimizes production workflows, tracking, and reporting across the plant.

  • Key Functions: Tracks raw material to finished product (traceability); Monitors OEE; Schedules batches; ERP integration.

Equipment: PLC & SCADA, MES.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Processing Plant Seed & Air Flow Piping

Purpose: The ADDAMS Seed and Airflow piping in a Flax Seed processing plant efficiently and gently transports Flax Seed and removes impurities using controlled air movement and enclosed piping systems.

Key Functions of ADDAMS Seed & Air Flow Piping:

  • Gentle Material Handling – Transports Flax Seed without damaging the kernels.

  • Efficient Impurity Removal – Airflow piping systems help separate and carry away light materials.

  • Reduce Cross-Contamination – Enclosed pipes prevent foreign matter from entering.

  • Improve Plant Hygiene – Closed systems reduce dust in the facility.

  • Enable Automation & Continuous Flow – Connects machines without manual intervention.

Equipment: UNIVERSAL PIPING.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Processing Plant Aspiration Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS Fans in a Flax Seed processing plant are to remove light impurities, such as dust, husk, chaff, straw, or empty kernels, using a stream of controlled air, improving both product quality and equipment efficiency.

Key Functions of ADDAMS Aspiration in Flax Seed Processing:

  • Remove lightweight impurities – Separates non-grain material lighter than Flax Seed.

  • Enhance product purity – Delivers cleaner Flax Seed for food or seed use.

  • Improve machine performance – Prevents clogging and wear on downstream machines.

  • Support hygienic processing – Reduces dust levels in the plant.

  • Lower risk of mold or spoilage – Removing residues helps control moisture.

Equipment: CENTRIFUGAL FANS, BLOWER FANS, CYCLOFANS.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

FLAX SEED PROCESSING → Flax Seed Processing Plant Air Filter Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS air filters in a Flax Seed processing plant is to clean and purify the air used in various processes, ensuring dust control, equipment protection, and hygienic working conditions throughout the facility.

Key Functions of ADDAMS Air Filters in Flax Seed Processing:

  • Remove dust and airborne particles – Captures fine-grain dust and contaminants.

  • Improve air quality – Ensures a safer, healthier environment for workers.

  • Protect equipment – Prevents dust build-up in blowers, compressors, and electronics.

  • Maintain product hygiene – Minimizes foreign particles settling on processed kernels.

  • Support compliance – Helps meet safety, environmental, and food-grade standards.

  • Reduce explosion risk – Filtering dust from the air reduces the chance of dust-related fires.

Equipment: BAG FILTERS, PRESURE BAG FILTERS, CYCLONES.

Industries: Flax Seed Food Processing lines, Flax Seed Feed Processing lines, Flax Seed Seed Processing lines.

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