Semi-automation improves work efficiency
Safer and more reliable
LP gas supply system established

Update contents: 4 semi-automatic stationary LPG filling machines S-ER-A, 1 slat conveyor for transporting cylinder, filling management system
Update date: December 2024

The filling station

It has been designated as a core filling station and has established a system to ensure stable energy supply even in the event of a disaster.

The client was considering upgrading their existing LPG filling machine (manufactured by another company) after it began to malfunction due to age-related deterioration.

Having received positive feedback on the upgrades made by the head office last year, the company chose to upgrade to UNIDACK products again this year. In addition, the previous cylinder transport conveyor was also upgraded at the same time, as there was a risk of it stopping or cylinder tipping over due to deterioration over time.

The existing LPG filling machine was manual, but the decision was made to upgrade to a semi-automatic system in order to reduce the burden on workers, improve work efficiency, and strengthen the facility as a core filling station.

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Semi-automatic operation is also possible for small cylinder (8 kg, 5 kg cylinder).
cylinder weighing 2 kg or less are filled using a manual nozzle.

Open the valve → Fill → Close the valve → Remove the filling unit
is automated.

①Automatic valve opening and closing improves work efficiency

②Changes to the specifications of the cylinder transport conveyor allow for smooth cylinder transfers

By simply setting the filling unit on cylinder, the entire process from opening the valve to filling, closing the valve, and removing the unit can now be carried out automatically. This allows workers to use the time saved during filling to organize cylinder or perform other tasks, improving the efficiency of the entire site.

In addition, by changing the conveyor that transports cylinder from a three-chain conveyor to a slat conveyor, the difference in level with the free rollers was eliminated, allowing cylinder to be transported smoothly to the storage area.With​ ​the risk of cylinder tipping over reduced, filling work can now be carried out more safely and securely, according to the company.

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By upgrading from a chain conveyor to a slat conveyor,
The gap between the free rollers has been eliminated, making it easier to transfer cylinder.

Simply push cylinder gently to move it smoothly onto the conveyor
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The branch arm to the free roller can be operated with a switch lever, so there is no need to bend over to move the arm.
The switching lever is installed next to the filling machine, so the branch arm can be switched quickly even during filling operations.

Mitsuwa Tamba Branch Co., Ltd. will continue to play the role of a core filling station and support the lives of the local community. With this equipment upgrade as an opportunity, the company plans to provide a reliable service to the local community while further improving efficiency and safety.

The company also plans to renovate its offices in 2026, and is working to create a better system not only in terms of facilities but also in terms of the environment. We would like to continue to fully support these efforts in the future.

Mitsuwa Co., Ltd. Tamba Branch

所在地　　〒669-3309　兵庫県丹波市柏原町柏原2146-1
TEL　　　  0795-72-1041
URL　　　 https://www.mitsuwa-gr.co.jp