Dull granulator knives generate fines and dust instead of clean regrind. Fines change the bulk density feeding the throat, which destabilises the process, and excessive heat from dull blades degrades the material before it is even remelted.
The steps ChatterFix schedules for this PM. Every step is a checkable item on the work order — a technician can speak their way through it without touching a keyboard.
Dull granulator knives generate fines and dust instead of clean regrind. Fines change the bulk density feeding the throat, which destabilises the process, and excessive heat from dull blades degrades the material before it is even remelted.
Inconsistent regrind quality that shows up as process variation on the press, higher motor load, and eventually rotor damage.
Monthly inspection with knife gap set to spec at every blade change. Abrasive and filled materials dull knives much faster.
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