Fifo inflow buffer for efficient production lines

Optimize your production flow with a solution that seamlessly absorbs downstream stoppages while maximizing efficiency using advanced curve conveyor technology.

Buffers and Conveys High-Speed Product Flow

The FIFO Inflow Buffer from Royal Houdijk is engineered to optimize continuous and high-speed product flow in food production, packaging, and manufacturing lines. Featuring a unique u-shaped conveyor configuration, this system is equipped with a movable 180-degree curve conveyor that adjusts to varying buffer levels, effectively managing production halts due to downstream stoppages. Ideal for snacks, sweets, cereals, bakery products, and confectionery, it processes solid, granules, and powder forms, culminating in end-products like potato chips, chocolate bars, and biscuits.

In environments where space is a premium, the Inflow Buffer can be suspended from the ceiling or configured across multiple levels, offering enhanced buffer time without a large footprint. It seamlessly integrates into existing lines, supported by PLC-controlled automation for precise operation.

The buffer handles products efficiently, ensuring minimum downtime through surge mode emptying and is constructed from durable materials to suit food production needs. Maintenance is streamlined with easy access points, ensuring long-term operational reliability while adhering to industry standards.

Benefits

  • Enhances line efficiency by absorbing downstream interruptions, promoting uninterrupted production.
  • Space-saving design with ceiling suspension and multi-level configurations, ideal for compact manufacturing environments.
  • PLC-controlled automation reduces manual oversight, minimizing labor costs.
  • Versatile application for various product forms, optimizing production capability.
  • Constructed for durability and easy maintenance, ensuring long-term operational consistency.

General


Applications
Snacks,Confectionery,Cereals,Sweets,Bakery products
End products
Biscuits,Toffees,Potato chips,Chocolate bars,Puffed rice cereals
Steps before
Product Assembly,Process Line Assembly,Pre-buffer Preparation
Steps after
Product Sorting,Packing,Distribution,Quality Control
Input ingredients
Output ingredients
Market info
Houdijk is known for designing and manufacturing advanced handling and processing equipment for the biscuit and bakery industry, specializing in automated systems to improve efficiency and maintain product quality.

Technical Specifications


Buffer Configuration
U-shaped conveyor
Conveyor Movement
Movable 180 degree curve
Buffer Levels
Minimum to Maximum
Footprint
Minimal with multi-level configuration
Installation Method
Suspended from ceiling
Space Efficiency
Maximizes buffer time
Operating Mode
Surge mode for emptying

Operating Characteristics


Buffer configuration
U-shaped conveyor
Buffer level control
Movable 180 degree curve conveyor
Buffering mode
Surge mode
Space optimization
Ceiling suspended / Multi-level configuration

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
Variable depending on product

Physical Characteristics


Conveyor configuration
U-shaped
Movable conveyor
180 degree curve
Buffer level movement
Minimum to Maximum buffer level
Space-efficient installation
Ceiling-suspended / Multi-level

Custom Options


Conveyor Configuration
U-shaped
Movable Conveyor
180-degree curve
Installation Type
Ceiling-suspended
Configuration Levels
Multi-level