Electric bin tipper system for food processing

Achieve consistent product flow and minimize manual handling with this advanced tipping system, designed to efficiently transfer and empty solid food products, enhancing productivity and integration in high-speed operations.

Transfers and Empties Bulk Food Products

The FTNON Bin Tipper System from JBT offers a highly customizable solution for efficient handling and emptying of bulk food products such as lettuce leaves, diced tomatoes, and vinaigrette dressings. This electrically driven system operates by rotating bins up to 175 degrees, ensuring complete product transfer while accommodating various bin heights. It’s designed to seamlessly integrate with existing conveyor systems, enhancing automation and reducing labor costs in food processing lines. The system features outfeed conveyors equipped with adjustable speeds controlled via a sophisticated stainless steel control panel, allowing operators to optimize throughput. Built with stainless steel surfaces, the system offers enhanced durability and ease of cleaning, minimizing contamination risk and maintenance efforts. With the ability to tip and transfer up to 2,200 lbs of product, the system supports continuous high-speed operations, making it ideal for vegetable, oil, sauce, and ready meal processors seeking to improve line efficiency and hygiene.

Benefits

  • Enhances line efficiency with seamless bin integration and automated operation.
  • Minimizes downtime with easy assembly and hygienic, low-maintenance design.
  • Optimizes product handling, reducing waste through thorough 175-degree bin rotation.
  • Offers flexible processing with customizable bin height and conveyor speed settings.
  • Supports high capacity operations, managing up to 2,200 lbs per cycle.

General


Applications
Ready meals,Soups,Sauces,Potatoes,Fresh produce,Oils,Dressings,Vegetables,Seasonings
End products
Vegetable broth,Pre-packaged salad,Olive oil,Alfredo sauce,Tomato soup,Potato flakes,Lettuce leaves,Vinaigrette dressing,Barbecue sauce,Potato wedges,Marinara sauce,Vegetable mix for stir-fry,Ranch dressing,Diced tomatoes,Canola oil
Steps before
Infeed,Sorting,Loading
Steps after
Outfeed,Conveying,Portioning,Slicing
Input ingredients
fresh produce,vegetables,potatoes,food products
Output ingredients
processed vegetables,processed potatoes,processed food products,emptied bin contents
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing innovative industrial machinery and solutions, particularly in the food processing and air transportation sectors, renowned for their advanced technology, reliability, and customer-focused engineered-to-order solutions tailored to specific industry needs.

Technical Specifications


Bin Rotation Angle
Up to 175 degrees
Material
Stainless Steel
Bin Capacity
Up to 2,200 lbs
Bin Size
122 cm x 102 cm x 102 cm
Outfeed Conveyor Width
1,500 mm (59")
Outfeed Conveyor Length
1,400 mm (55")
Outfeed Height
600 mm (24")
Automation
Electronically driven,optional pneumatic knocker system
Cleaning Method
Easy disassembly for cleaning
Control Panel
Stainless steel,intuitive interface
Conveyor Speed Control
Adjustable speeds via frequency inverters

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Electronic rotation up to 175 degrees
Automation level
Intuitive control panel
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Changeover time
Minimal,due to easy disassembly
CIP/SIP
Manual,designed for easy cleaning
Flexibility of Use
Personalized configurations,adjustable bin height
Cleaning method
Manual,easy access design
Integration
Seamless integration into existing lines

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Cleanability
Stainless steel surfaces for ease of cleaning
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel construction
Biological compatibility
Food-grade stainless steel

Physical Characteristics


Bin Size
122 cm x 102 cm x 102 cm (48” x 40“ x 40”)
Bin Rotation Angle
Up to 175 degrees
Material
Stainless Steel

Custom Options


Bin Height Options
Adjustable to accommodate different bin heights
Control Panel Type
Stainless steel with intuitive interface
Knocker System
Optional with pneumatic cylinders
Outfeed Conveyor
Double or single with adjustable speeds
Integration Possibilities
Seamlessly integrates with existing processes
Rotation Capability
Up to 175 degrees