Circular distribution feeder for fragile product handling

Achieve precise dosing and reduced product damage with a versatile circular distribution feeder, engineered for efficient vibration transport of delicate solids and granules.

Facilitates Dosing and Vibration Transport

The GEA Scan-Vibro Circular Distribution Feeder, designed by GEA, excels in precise dosing and distribution of solids, powders, and granules across multiple industries, from food to pharmaceuticals. By employing vibration transport, it efficiently manages products like frozen mozzarella cubes and pharmaceutical tablets while minimizing damage. With a design based on the latest EHEDG guidelines and optional USDA-3A or NZFSA compliance, it ensures high hygiene standards. This feeder supports continuous, high-speed operations with customizable outlets for versatile application needs. Its robust motors have a projected lifespan of 20,000 hours, reducing downtime and maintenance costs. Easy to clean, it guarantees quick product changeovers, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Ensures gentle handling to prevent damage to fragile and sensitive products.
  • Increases operational efficiency with independently controlled, customizable outlets.
  • Minimizes downtime with user-friendly cleaning and maintenance processes.
  • Lowers maintenance costs with high-durability motors lasting up to 20,000 hours.
  • Maintains high hygiene standards with EHEDG-compliant design options.

General


Applications
Food,Feed,Cornflakes,Snacks,Pellets,Sweets,Chemical,Granulates,Powders,Tablets,Frozen mozzarella,Dairy,Pharmaceutical
End products
Chocolate sweets,Gelatin capsules,Polyethylene granules,Pharmaceutical tablets,Granola bars,Frozen mozzarella cubes,Instantized dairy powders,Fish feed,Chemical catalysts,Pet food pellets,Effervescent tablets
Steps before
Purification,Drying,Emulsification,Grinding
Steps after
Sterilization,Packing,Coating,Tablet Pressing
Input ingredients
pellets,frozen mozzarella,cornflakes,tablets,granulates
Output ingredients
divided products,distributed materials,dosed amounts through multiple outlets,customized product distribution
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
Small and large capacities
Feed type
Pellets,frozen mozzarella,cornflakes,tablets,granulates
Dosing type
Customizable
Cleaning method
Easy to clean
Compliance
EHEDG guidelines,USDA-3A,NZFSA
Motor lifetime
20,000 hours
Design
Compact
Distribution
Multiple independent outlets
Operation method
Vibration transport

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Vibration-based distribution
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Automation level
Customizable,independent outlet control
Cleaning method
Easy to clean (Sanitary design)
CIP/SIP
Designed according to EHEDG guidelines
Changeover time
Reduced due to no residuals after production
Energy efficiency
Optimized through specialized oscillation and vibration frequency

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm


EHEDG certification
Yes
USDA-3A certification
Yes
NZFSA compliance
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
Vibration,multiple outlets

Custom Options


Number of outlets
Customizable
Outlet control
Independently controlled
Capacity range
Small and large capacities