In the stone processing industry, stone splitting is a key link in stone processing. Its speed directly affects: overall production efficiency, labor cost control, order delivery cycle, equipment return on investment.

The traditional manual splitting or mechanical splitting methods are not only inefficient, and the quality of the finished product varies. Hydraulic rock splitter have revolutionized the situation. Equipped with a replaceable blade system that provides smooth, repeatable splitting, reducing waste and eliminating the need for over-finishing.

5 Axis Waterjet, known as the ‘universal knife’, it has ultra-high precision and unlimited creative potential, can provide intelligent solutions for stone mosaic , relief and art decoration and other scenarios, its unique cold cutting characteristics and excellent three-dimensional machining capabilities make it irreplaceable in the field of high-end manufacturing, is the future of precision machining.



What is CNC five-axis waterjet cutting machine?



CNC 5 Axis waterjet cutting machine is an advanced CNC machine tool that uses ultra-high-pressure water flow (usually mixed with abrasives) to cut materials. 5 Axis Waterjet can cut almost any kind of material such as steel, alloy, stone, ceramic, tile, glass, aluminium. Compared with the traditional 3-axis waterjet, the 5-axis system uses X/Y/Z linear axes + A/C rotary axes, which allows the cutting head to achieve more complex angle changes in 3-dimensional space, resulting in more precise cutting tasks. The water jet head can oscillate in any direction, which allows for three-dimensional cutting of complex shapes, such as chamfering and chamfering, and cutting of high-precision conical surfaces, arc surfaces and other complex spatial surfaces.



Core components include: ultra-high-pressure water pump system (usually up to 60,000 psi or higher), five-axis linkage CNC system, precision cutting head, abrasive delivery system, water treatment system, table and positioning system.

Technical Advantages

Environmental protection advantage: with the water recycling filtration system and sludge recycling device, 95% of water reuse can be achieved, in line with green manufacturing standards.

The macadamia industry is growing amid a rapidly changing world. What worked yesterday might not work tomrrow. Delivering a high quality product to broad base of comsumers is imperative to maintaning prices. And continuous growth in consumption requires continuous innovation.

With leading multi-spectral detection technology, AMD® sorters provide superior detection capabilities to help you eliminate defects in macadamia nuts and ensure consistent food safety.

INSHELL MACADAMIA NUTS SORTING

AMD® LGY Series Belt-type Optical Sorting Machine can replace manual work and accurately identify the defects of shelled macadamia nuts including obvious breakage, abnormal colour spots, dirty nuts, mold filaments and other substandard products.

Based on visible light technology, the AMD® LGY offers processors the flexibility of sorting different varieties and grades of macadamia nuts in-shell, whole, halves, and pieces.

AMD® LGY Inshell Macadamia Nuts Color Sorting Machine

Internal Sorting
The AMD® KXA6 Series X-ray inspection system can effectively remove the typical internal defects of macadamia nut-in-shell, such as empty, shriveled, discolored, cracked shell, rotten, insect-damaged nuts caused by stink bugs.
Tailored algorithm for macadamia nuts, featuring large yield, high precision, low carry-out, low radiation value.

Based on AI deep learning, visible light and infrared sorting technology, AMD® P-LGID series sorting equipment can achieve kernel-shell separation while accurately identifying and separating different colours, and rejecting defective products such as insect damage, shrivelled, mouldy and dried.

AMD® P-LGID4 AI Sorting Machine for Macadamia Nut Kernel

Safeguarding food safety in nut processing. Boost efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize labor reliance. AMD® COLOR SORTER take macadamia nuts grading to new levels.

Get in touch with one of our sales manager today and get tailored macadamia nuts sorting machines & solution.

Any inquires, please send to amd.sorting@gmail.com

The shrimp processing machinery market has experienced significant growth in recent years. This growth has created both opportunities and challenges for companies operating in this market.

As we know, the production and processing of shrimp involves several processes. On the one hand, effective shrimp sorting is necessary, and on the other hand, it is essential to ensure that impurities that pose a health risk are removed in order to guarantee the quality of the final product.

AMD® LGY Series Shrimp Sorting Machine

• Fully Optimized Mechanical Structure: All stainless steel, fully sealed and waterproof, solving the problem of fresh and wet material sticking together and allowing smooth discharge.
• Optimized Light Path Design: Wide angle light path concentrator to ensure full material coverage and more detailed identification.
• New Electrical and Communications Architecture: Multi-core parallel processing, color sorting, shape sorting and intelligent sorting solutions can be flexibly combined to run simultaneously.

Example of AMD Shrimp Sorting Machine

Case Study of AMD® LGY Series Shrimp Sorting Machine

AMD® P-LGY Series Deep-Learning-Based Shrimp Sorter

AMD's deep learning series product innovation adopts 12 core technologies such as Kunpeng fusion modelling technology, deep learning algorithm, S-class professional vision system, DgS smart chip, E image processing system, which can recognize materials from multi-dimensional and multi-characteristics such as color, shape, texture, area, light and shade, weight, soft and hard, and cooperate with centroid 3.0 algorithm to comprehensively improve the sorting ability of shape, color and malignant impurity.

Case Study of AMD® P-LGY Series Deep-Learning-Based Shrimp Sorter

AMD® KX640-B pro series X-ray Foreign Matter Detector

The AMD KX640-B pro series X-ray contaminant detector is designed to detect and sort materials containing moisture, such as clams with cracks, snails with empty shells removed, as well as foreign matters such as glass, metal, stones and ceramics.

Get in touch with one of our sales manager today and get tailored shrimp/prawn sorting machines & solution.

In the competitive world of walnut processing, quality is paramount for consumer satisfaction. AMD's walnut sorting solutions empower processors to efficiently handle walnuts from the orchard to the shelf, ensuring they meet high standards for market appeal and quality.

AMD®  In-Shell Walnuts Sorting

- LY Series Wet Material Sorter: After washing, the LY Series tackles up to 3 tons per hour, achieving an impressive 99% accuracy. This sorter identifies and removes walnuts with residual hulls, mechanical damage, and impurities, such as soil or debris.

- LG Series for Exterior Sorting: Ideal for visual sorting, the LG Series detects inconsistencies in color, shape, and shell condition, effectively eliminating foreign objects like stones, plastic, and leaves. This ensures that only visually appealing walnuts continue down the line.

- KXA6 Series X-ray Inspection System: Combining X-ray with visible light technology, the KXA6 targets internal quality by detecting defects such as empty shells, mold, or shriveled kernels. This series ensures the highest standard of walnut quality for the marketplace.

- NI, LI, and LG Series for Kernel-Shell Separation: AMD's versatile options adapt to different processing sites and sorting requirements, ensuring efficient separation of kernels and shells.

- LM Series for Half-Kernel Sorting: The LM Series features a slow-speed conveyor system to prevent kernel breakage, and deep learning technology to ensure consistent shape, size, and color. This sorter is ideal for half kernels, achieving superior precision with minimal damage.

- LG Series for High-Precision Kernel Sorting: Equipped with ultra-HD cameras and deep learning technology, the LG Series can identify even subtle color variations, minor defects, and foreign materials, making it suitable for all types of walnut kernels.

Empower Your Processing Line with AMD® SORTING

AMD's efficient and intelligent walnut sorting systems help processors stand out in the market by ensuring only the highest-quality walnuts reach consumers. From whole walnuts to kernel processing, AMD delivers unmatched accuracy and quality control, supporting processors in a competitive market. Click to see more AMD nut sorting machines here.

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a widely used and recyclable plastic. Nonetheless, the presence of polypropylene (PP) contamination poses a significant issue in recycled HDPE streams.

Plastic Mixture

Among them, the NIR-based sorting machines are widely used in the recycling industry to identify and separate various types of plastics based on their unique spectral signatures in the near-infrared range. These machines can accurately differentiate between different polymer types, such as PET, HDPE, PP, PVC, and more, facilitating the efficient recycling of plastics and reducing contamination in the recycling stream.

AMD's plastic color sorting machines are known for the high accuracy and reliability. We contribute to efficient recycling operations by reducing contamination in the recycling stream and ensuring the production of clean, high-quality recycled materials.

What is high grade silica sand used for?

Silica sand is a new type of hard, wear-resistant and stable composite stone with silica as the main component, also called silica, mostly presented as transparent or translucent colourless, with a hardness level of 7 and a relative density of 2.65, with high refractory properties. Silica sand is formed after crushing and sand making, and is a very important industrial raw material.

Due to its chemical stability, good piezoelectricity, high melting point and hardness, High quality silica sand is widely used in glass, chemicals, casting, metallurgy and ceramics after processing.

How is silica sand processed? What kinds of equipment are needed?

METHOD 1: Dry Silica Sand Beneficiation Technology

Raw silica ore is coarsely crushed by jaw crusher → sorted by AMD large ore particle optical sorter → medium and fine crushing by cone crusher → screening by vibrating screen - sorted by AMD dry ore particle optical sorter → sand making by impact sand making machine → acid washing → drying → magnetic separation → sorted by AMD ore powder optical sorter → high purity silica sand is obtained.

METHOD 2: Wet Silica Sand Beneficiation Technology

The wet quartz powder manufacturing process is similar to the dry quartz powder manufacturing process, mainly with restrictions on water source and water quantity requirements, suitable for use in working conditions where environmental requirements are very strict and sufficient water sources are available. The processing flow is as follows.

Raw quartzite is coarsely crushed by jaw crusher → sorted by AMD large ore particle optical sorter → medium and fine crushing by cone crusher → screening-cleaning by vibrating screen → sorted by AMD wet ore particle sorter → sand making by impact sand making machine → acid washing → drying → magnetic separation → sorted by AMD ore powder sorter → get high purity quartz sand.

Optical Sorting Technology For Silica Sand Mining Process

Focusing on cutting-edge intelligent sorting technology, Zhongke Optic-electronic is the largest supplier of ore sorting equipment in China. With strong technical strength and professional service team, Zhongke provides one-stop sorting solutions for ore processing enterprises. The AMD® brand ore sorter under Zhongke widely covers the sorting scenes of large, medium and small particles of metallic and non-metallic minerals. Interested? Check out our ore sorting solutions.

Water-cooled screw chillers are widely used in industrial cooling water systems and commercial central air conditioning refrigeration. Its normal operation and regular maintenance are essential to ensure the cooling effect of the chiller, extend the life of the water-cooled screw chiller, and avoid unexpected shutdown of the chiller. Next, Oumal Refrigeration will introduce the maintenance points of water-cooled screw chillers in detail to help users better maintain the equipment and ensure its stable operation.

1. Regular inspection: Perform routine inspections to check for leaks, loose connections, or any signs of wear. Check electrical components, refrigerant levels, and water flow.

2. Regular cleaning

External cleaning: Regularly remove dust and dirt from the outside of the unit, keep the surface clean to ensure heat dissipation, use a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner for cleaning, and avoid using water or chemical cleaners.

Internal cleaning: Regularly check the inside of the condenser and evaporator to remove any dirt or impurities that may have accumulated. Professional cleaning agents and tools can be used to ensure internal cleanliness and prevent blockage.

3. Check the cooling system

Cooling water: Check the quality and concentration of cooling water regularly to ensure that it is within the recommended range. If the cooling water is contaminated or the concentration is too high, it may cause scaling or corrosion in the system.

Water pumps and pipes: Check the operating status of the water pump to ensure that it is operating normally. Check the pipes for leaks or blockages and repair them in time.

4. Check the filter: Clean or better the filter regularly to prevent blockage, which reduces airflow and cooling efficiency. Check the lubrication level and ensure that the bearings and moving parts are fully lubricated as recommended by the manufacturer. Check the control settings, sensors and safety devices regularly to ensure their normal operation.

5. Check the refrigeration system

Refrigerant: Check the amount and pressure of refrigerant regularly to ensure that it is within the normal range. If a refrigerant leak is found, contact a professional immediately for repair.

Compressor: Check the operating status of the compressor, pay attention to whether there is any abnormal noise or vibration, and lubricate and maintain the compressor regularly to ensure its normal operation.

6. Electrical system inspection

Wires and cables, check the integrity of wires and cables to ensure that there is no damage or aging, and check whether the wiring is firm to avoid looseness and poor contact.

Control system: Check the operating status of the control system to ensure it is normal, and regularly calibrate and maintain the control system to ensure its accuracy and stability.

7. Record keeping: Keep detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs and maintenance plans. This information helps track the long-term performance of the chiller and helps troubleshoot potential problems.

The following is the recommended maintenance schedule for screw water-cooled chillers by Oumal chiller.

The maintenance of water-cooled screw chillers is the key to ensuring the normal operation of the equipment and extending its service life. By regularly cleaning, checking the cooling system, refrigeration system and electrical system, and paying attention to other matters, users can effectively maintain the equipment and reduce the failure rate. It is recommended that users cooperate with professional maintenance personnel to perform regular professional maintenance to ensure the popular operating status of the equipment.

A lithium-ion battery is primarily composed of a cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator. During charging, lithium ions de-intercalate from the cathode material, migrate through the electrolyte, and intercalate into the anode material. During discharging, lithium ions move in the reverse direction, de-intercalating from the anode and returning to the cathode through the electrolyte. This repeated intercalation and de-intercalation of lithium ions between the cathode and anode enables the battery’s charge-discharge function, providing electrical energy to devices.

Capacity degradation in lithium-ion batteries is categorized into reversible capacity loss and irreversible capacity loss. Reversible capacity loss is relatively "mild" and can be partially recovered by adjusting charge-discharge protocols (e.g., optimizing charging current, voltage limits) and improving usage conditions (e.g., temperature/humidity control). In contrast, irreversible capacity loss arises from irreversible changes within the battery, leading to permanent capacity reduction. According to GB/T 31484-2015 standards for cycle life testing: "During standard cycle life testing, the discharge capacity shall not fall below 90% of the initial capacity after 500 cycles, or 80% after 1,000 cycles." If the battery exhibits rapid capacity decline within these standard cycle ranges, it is classified as capacity fade failure, typically involving irreversible degradation mechanisms.

I. Material-Related Factors

1. Cathode Material Structural Degradation

2. Excessive SEI Growth on Anode Surfaces

3. Electrolyte Decomposition and Degradation

4. Current Collector Corrosion

5. Trace Impurities in the Battery System

Transition metal impurities (Fe, Ni, Co) introduced via raw materials may participate in redox reactions, catalyze electrolyte decomposition, or compete with Li⁺ intercalation. These impurities also destabilize SEI layers, exacerbating anode side reactions.

II. Operational Environmental Factors

1. Temperature Effects

2. Charge-Discharge Rates (C-Rates)

3. Overcharge/Over-Discharge

• Over-discharge over-lithiates anodes, destabilizing their structure and inducing electrolyte reduction. Early smartphones without protection circuits showed rapid capacity loss under such abuse.

Consequences of Battery Failure

Severe capacity degradation manifests as insufficient runtime (e.g., short device operation after charging) or abnormal charging behavior (e.g., slow charging). In critical applications:

• Grid-scale energy storage: Failed batteries destabilize power supply reliability, threatening grid security.

Lithium plating refers to the detrimental phenomenon where lithium ions fail to intercalate into the graphite anode during charging processes, instead undergoing electrochemical reduction to form metallic lithium deposits. This results in the formation of characteristic silver-gray lithium metal layers or dendritic lithium crystals on the anode surface.

Conventionally, battery disassembly has been the primary method for confirming suspected lithium plating incidents, particularly when observable capacity anomalies or visible dendritic growth are present. However, advanced non-destructive diagnostic techniques now enable accurate detection through sophisticated electrochemical analysis.

Ⅰ. Advanced Non-Destructive Detection Methodologies:

1. Voltage Profile Deconvolution Analysis

During constant-current (CC) charging cycles, lithium-ion batteries typically exhibit a monotonically increasing voltage curve proportional to state-of-charge (SOC). The emergence of premature voltage plateau depression during the constant-voltage (CV) charging phase serves as a critical indicator of lithium plating. This phenomenon occurs due to the irreversible consumption of active lithium inventory through plating reactions, resulting in diminished reversible capacity and accelerated voltage decline.

2. Differential Capacity Analysis (dV/dQ)

This analytical technique involves calculating the first derivative of voltage with respect to capacity (dV/dQ) to identify characteristic phase transition peaks in graphite anodes. Lithium plating manifests through distinct alterations in these phase transition signatures, including:

• Peak position displacement (>20mV shift indicates severe intercalation obstruction)

• Peak intensity attenuation (reduced magnitude suggests compromised lithium insertion kinetics)

• Peak shape distortion (asymmetric broadening reflects heterogeneous reaction distribution)

3. Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) Diagnostics

Lithium plating induces significant changes in interfacial charge transfer dynamics:

• Formation of electrically isolated "dead lithium" deposits increases ionic transport resistance

• SEI (Solid Electrolyte Interphase) layer reconstruction alters charge transfer impedance (Rct)

• High-frequency semicircle expansion in Nyquist plots (typically 100Hz-10kHz range) correlates with interfacial impedance growth

• Mid-frequency semicircle deformation reflects lithium deposition-induced charge transfer limitations

4. Ultrasonic Time-of-Flight (TOF) Characterization

This spatially resolved acoustic technique capitalizes on lithium-ion batteries' stratified architecture:

• Baseline TOF calibration establishes reference acoustic signatures

• Lithium deposition creates acoustic impedance discontinuities (ΔZ > 15% indicates significant plating)

• Echo waveform analysis detects:

- Signal amplitude attenuation (5-15dB variation)

- Phase shift anomalies (>5° deviation)

- Time-domain reflection coefficient changes (>8% threshold)

Current technical limitations:

• Primarily applicable to pouch cell configurations (aluminum casing in prismatic cells causes 90%+ ultrasonic attenuation)

• Detection threshold requires minimum 2.8% volume fraction of metallic lithium

• Requires sophisticated signal processing algorithms (e.g., wavelet transform denoising)

Ⅱ. Supplementary Detection Indicators:

• Coulombic efficiency depression (ΔCE > 0.5% per cycle)

• Open-circuit voltage (OCV) relaxation abnormalities

• Differential voltage analysis (dQ/dV) hysteresis expansion

• Thermal signature anomalies during relaxation phases

Ⅲ. Implementation Protocols:

• Establish baseline parameters through initial formation cycles

• Implement multi-modal detection protocol integration

• Apply machine learning algorithms for pattern recognition

• Perform cross-validation with reference electrode measurements

This comprehensive approach enables early-stage lithium plating detection with >92% accuracy while maintaining battery integrity, significantly enhancing safety protocols in battery management systems (BMS).

Ⅳ. Elevate Your Battery Safety Standards with TOB NEW ENERGY

At TOB NEW ENERGY, we are committed to being your strategic partner in advancing energy storage technologies. From high-performance cathode materials / anode materials and specialized battery binders to precision-engineered battery separators and tailored battery electrolytes, we provide a comprehensive suite of battery components designed to elevate your product’s reliability and efficiency. Our offerings extend to cutting-edge battery manufacturing equipment and battery tester, ensuring seamless integration across every stage of battery production. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and collaborative innovation, we deliver solutions that adapt to evolving industry demands. Whether you’re optimizing existing designs or pioneering next-generation batteries, our team is here to support your goals with technical expertise and responsive service.

Let’s build the future of energy storage together. Contact us today to explore how our integrated solutions can accelerate your success.