Why use a manual bag dump station?
A manual bag dump station provides a designated point for operators to open and empty bags of powders and dry bulk materials into a process. The bag dump can be mounted over a hopper, conveyor, or other process equipment to direct material where it needs to go next.
What Sets Hapman’s Bag Dump Station Apart?
Hapman bag dump stations are configured around your material, operating environment, and process requirements. Multiple designs address washdown, operator containment, and space constraints, while allowing the bag dump to integrate with the rest of your material handling system.
Integrate the Bag Dump Station with other bulk material equipment from Hapman like the CablePro®, IntegriVac™, or Helix® Flexible Screw Conveyor for a complete material handling system.
The Hapman Performantee®
Our Performantee is a 100% operational guarantee that you will be fully satisfied with the performance of our equipment, and that it will achieve the specific results for which it was designed and manufactured. If not, we will revise or repair it to deliver the results we promised.
Product Details
Features
Hapman Bag Dump Stations help capture dust at the source, with integral or remote dust collection depending on the model.
Hood
Stainless steel or carbon steel.
Filters
MERV 16 cartridge filters on SR, FR, FL, and GB Series.
Access
Tool-less filter access on FR, FL, and GB Series.
Collection
Integral on SR, FR, FL, and GB Series. DH Series connects to a remote system.
Integration
Mounts over a receiving hopper or Helix® conveyor, and pairs with a Hapman Bag Compactor.
Models
Options
Connect the dump station to the rest of your process and handle empty bags at the source.
Receiving Hopper
Provides material storage or surge capacity below the bag dump before material moves to the next process step.
Best For
Buffering flow to downstream equipment
Helix® Flexible Screw Conveyor
Mounts below the bag dump to convey material directly from the dumping point to downstream equipment.
Best For
Moving material to the next step without manual handling
Bag Compactor
Collects and compacts emptied bags to reduce waste volume
Best For
High bag volumes and less waste handling
Case Studies
Industries
Hapman’s engineering team has helped customers with bag dump station applications in the following industries:
Chemical & Pharma
Food Industry
Building Products
Polymers & Plastics
Vivarium Research
Wastewater Treatment
Mining & Minerals
Power Generation
Battery Material Handling
Get Started with Bag Dump Stations
Want to see why a Bag Dump Station is the best fit for your product? We can also run sample conveying tests on certain materials. Get in touch with our team to customize your specs to exactly what you need.
Want to talk to a technical specialist about your specs for dust collection?
Looking for a conveyor instead of a bag dump station?
Check out our specs for the Helix.
You’ve got questions? We’ve got answers! Check out our FAQs.
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What is integral dust collection on a bag dump station?
Integral dust collection means the dust collection system is built directly into the bag dump station. As bags are opened and emptied, airborne particulate is drawn toward the filters to control dust at the dumping point. A reverse-pulse filter cleaning system releases collected material from the filters back into the process, helping recover product and reduce material waste.
Hapman SR, FR, FL, and GB Series bag dump stations include integral dust collection. The DH Series is designed for connection to a remote dust collection system.
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How are the filters removed from a bag dump station?
Hapman FR, FL, and GB Series bag dump stations feature tool-less filter removal for quick access during cleaning, inspection, or replacement. Filters are accessed through a dedicated chamber and can be removed without special tools or disassembling the dust collection system.
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Can a bag dump station connect to a plant dust collection system?
Yes. The Hapman DH Series bag dump station is designed for applications where dust is collected by a remote or facility-wide dust collection system. The dust hood can be connected to the plant’s existing dust collection system rather than using an integral collector.
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How are bag dump station filters cleaned?
Bag dump station filters can be removed for periodic cleaning and maintenance. Follow Hapman’s recommended filter cleaning procedure to prevent damage to the filter media and maintain filtration performance.
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What size bags can a manual bag dump station handle?
Hapman manual bag dump stations are commonly used for opening and emptying standard 25- and 50-lb bags of powders and dry bulk materials into a process.
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Do I need a bag dump station or a conveyor?
A bag dump station and conveyor perform different functions and are often used together. The bag dump station provides a designated point for an operator to open and empty bags while controlling dust, while the conveyor moves the material to its next destination. A bag dump station can be mounted directly over a Hapman Helix® Flexible Screw Conveyor or used with a hopper or other process equipment.
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What is the difference between a bag dump station and an automatic bag unloader?
A manual bag dump station requires an operator to place, open, and empty individual bags into the process. An automatic bag unloader automates more of the bag handling and emptying process and is typically considered when production requirements call for higher levels of automation.