Crossville invests in the future with Sacmi

A major technological modernization plan has now been implemented with a new Sacmi dryer and modular mill, resulting in a more sustainable and efficient management of different products and sizes.

US porcelain tile manufacturer Crossville Inc. Tile (Crossville, TN) is completing an ambitious modernization plan of its factory, which is expected to be fully operational in the second half of the year.

The aim is to boost its manufacturing versatility, expand capacity in terms of quantity and size (from the classic 60x60 cm to 60x90 cm and 120x120 cm) and take environmental sustainability to the next level.

Already a long-standing Sacmi customer, Crossville has entrusted the Italian group to supply the key body preparation technologies and a next-generation dryer.

In detail, Sacmi has provided a new MMC74 mill, designed to maximize grinding quality and minimize water/energy consumption, which operates alongside the existing Sacmi continuous mill (that has delivered years of first-rate service). Downstream of the existing PH7500 press, the previous dryer has been replaced by a new 16.9-metre ECP307 5-tier dryer with separate levels and a final stabilization module, in order to increase production flexibility especially with medium-large formats. All the machines were supplied together with auxiliary systems such as loading/unloading control panels and the automatic slip and color mix control system (QMB). Given the uniqueness of Crossville products - technical glazed stoneware of various types and finishes - the latter will play a crucial role in boosting system flexibility in accordance with needs.