Nestlé opts for Russell Finex’s specialised sieving solutions

Nutrition giant Nestlé has partnered with long-term supplier Russell Finex for its specialised sieving and separation solutions as it expands its operations in Chile.

In response to increased demand in the region for milk powder products, Nestlé has invested in a new, technologically advanced factory in Osorno. As part of the expansion, the company has replaced its traditional rotary sifters with Russell Finex’s Compact Sieves to meet the plant’s enhanced screening needs.

“Our ongoing relationship with Russell Finex is due to their high-quality equipment and comprehensive documentation,” said maintenance manager Jaime Sanchez. “We required a sieving system that would enable us to check-screen the milk powder to meet the standard set not only by Nestlé but also by Chile and the countries the milk powder is being exported to. With the industry moving towards 2mm screening, it was important to choose a sieve that would meet this criteria without slowing down the production process.”

Russell Finex has supplied filters, sieves and separators to improve product quality and productivity across a range of industries for nearly a century, with the aim of ensuring contamination-free processing.

Traditionally, rotary sifters have been used for powder screening, however these can be associated with quality issues and mesh breakage, which Nestlé is looking to eliminate with Russell Finex’s solution. The company says its vibratory Compact Sieves, available in 600mm, 900mm and 1,200mm diameters, successfully meet the diverse flow rate requirements of Nestlé’s milk product ranges. The sieves are able to efficiently screen milk powder at finer mesh sizes without compromising flow rates, crucial for maintaining production speed and meeting strict industry standards.

Constructed from high-quality stainless steel, the sieves are easy to clean and maintain, enhancing hygiene and safety. Fitted with BFM connectors for easy cleaning, the sieves support Nestlé’s zero dust environment policy, while also meeting the factory’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).