It is Tuesday and time for the second edition of Equipment Highlight. We continue our look at equipment used in the produce industry. The AGTV Network looks at processing equipment.
Berry Dryer Model 14500
The berry dryer provides an efficient method for dewatering berries before packing them.
How it Works
Berries are conveyed on an open mesh conveyor and are air dried from above and below to ensure the highest level of water is removed. The speed of the conveyor is variable which provides control for drying time.
Features
• Heated air chamber
• Variable speed open mesh conveyor
• Air delivery tubes located above and below the conveyor
• Compact size
Gull Wing Conveyor
Gull Wing Conveyor
How It Works
The Gull Wing Conveyor is fed by an inspection conveyor, set low enough for grading personel to stand on the floor, and is set up to feed two seperate fillers. If you have each filler set up for a different size clamshell, and want an extremely fast changeover from one size clamshell to another, simply flip a switch to change the direction of the belt, and your 2nd filler is instantly being fed.
Available Options
• Telescopic adjustable legs
• Variable speed control
Features
• Bi-directional belt
• Accepts almost any size grade belt
• All stainless steel construction
• Conveyor built to reach the hopper height on fillers in a small amount of space
• Cleated plastic Intralox belt
Rotary Packing Table Model 17100
Rotary Packing Table Model 17100
Efficient method to accumulate product or packages for case packing, bagging or sorting applications.
How it Works
Product is conveyed onto the packing table as it rotates around. Workers can locate around the pe-rimeter of the table to pack product in cases or other containers.
Features
• Stainless steel easy clean design
• 4’ diameter solid plastic top
• 110 Volt
• Adjustable height 26”—36”
Available Options
• Casters
• 5’ Diameter top
• Diverter Arm to push product away from the outer edge
• Stationary or rotating containment rail around table perimeter
Efficient method to accumulate product or packages for case packing, bagging or sorting applications.
Labeling Conveyor Model 10650
Labeling Conveyor Model 10650
Use after clamshells are filled to place label or tape onto the top of the clamshells.
How it Works
Typically placed in a filling line immediately after the clamshell filler. Containers are fed onto the in feed end of the conveyor and travel under the labeling head. A sensor triggers the labeler to dispense one label, which is dispensed at equal speed to the conveyor travel speed. The sticky back of the label adheres to the top of the clamshell. The labeled clamshell discharges off the end of the conveyor onto the next piece of equipment.(typically a checkweigher or packing conveyor)
Features
• Adjustable legs allow either horizontal or inclined op-eration.
• Adjustable guide system easy to set for various size clamshells.
• Top of lid guide holds down non sealed clamshells.
• All stainless steel construction.
• Can be equipped for dual lanes of clamshells.
• Accepts any labeler.
Available Options
• Casters
• Various Labeler Brands
• Variable speed
These are examples of some the equipment used in the industry.