Company Profile
Spiroflow Ltd, which is now rebranded to Akona Process Solutions, is a global leader in powder handling and dry solids processing with a history spanning more than four decades. As part of the May River family of process equipment brands that includes Cablevey, Kason, and Marion, Spiroflow has evolved from pioneering the flexible screw conveyor to delivering a broader portfolio of engineered material handling solutions. Spiroflow designs and manufactures bespoke equipment tailored to customer requirements, integrating conveyors with batch processing, weighing and batching, and automated handling solutions to maximize efficiency and maintain product integrity. The company’s product range covers the full spectrum of bulk solids handling, including flexible screw conveyors, Aeroflow aero-mechanical conveyors, Cablevey cable drag systems, and Dynaflow chain drag conveyors, as well as bulk bag fillers, bulk bag conditioners, control systems, bulk bag unloaders and custom-designed hoppers. Spiroflow emphasizes dust-free handling, hygienic operation, and robust, easily maintainable equipment, underpinned by a design philosophy that minimizes moving parts for reliability and longevity. The organization maintains a strong commitment to process automation, with a dedicated design and manufacturing capability that supports testing, installation, and after-sales service. Spiroflow’s global reach is supported by facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany, serving sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, energy, and more. The company offers comprehensive project support, from scoping and procurement to integration with existing plant processes and long-term maintenance, ensuring seamless operation across all stages of material handling. Spiroflow’s innovations are backed by a sustained development program that leverages CAD design resources and rigorous material testing, reinforcing its reputation for safe, efficient, and reliable solutions in challenging environments including regulated markets. The group’s collaboration within the May River family enhances its engineering capabilities and offers customers access to a broad suite of handling technologies, reinforcing Spiroflow’s positioning as a preferred partner for complex bulk solids processing needs. Spiroflow remains committed to continuous improvement, pursuing innovations in control systems and integrated solutions while maintaining a global service and spares network to support customers wherever they operate. The text notes that Spiroflow is now rebranded to Akona Process Solutions, signaling a unified approach to material handling across the broader Akona platform.