Food dosing systems for industrial applications

Optimize your food production efficiency by minimizing waste with precision dosing systems, capable of handling a diverse range of liquid and solid food products, ensuring consistent output and reducing manual labor for high-speed operations.

Doses and Dispenses Liquid and Solid Foods

Finntray dosing dispensers from Kometos are precision-engineered solutions designed for efficient and accurate dosing of liquid and solid food components in various food processing applications. Utilizing volume and weight-based dispensers, they ensure minimal waste and consistent portion control. These dispensers are ideal for producing ready-to-eat meals, soups, sauces, and more, with a throughput that adapts to high-speed operations, exceeding 60 cycles per minute in some models. Featuring electric servo motor actuation and Siemens PLC control, integration into existing production lines is seamless. These units offer exceptional flexibility with customizable dosing ranges, meeting strict hygiene standards suitable for diverse food environments. The stainless-steel construction ensures durability and resistance to corrosion, catering to different product types, including viscous and particulate-laden materials. Maintenance is simplified with easy-clean designs and available engineering support for tailored solutions, making the Finntray dosing dispensers a valuable asset for efficient and scalable food production.

Benefits

  • Minimizes production waste and costs by ensuring precise portion control.
  • Adapts quickly to product changes, enhancing line flexibility and efficiency.
  • Supports high-speed operations, increasing production capacity and output.
  • Compliant with stringent food hygiene standards, ensuring safe processing.
  • Easily integrates into existing lines, reducing setup time and operational disruptions.

General


Applications
Sauces,Liquid foods,Nuggets,Seeds,Meat products,Soups,Convenience foods,Seafood,Grains,Salads,Pasta-based meals,Mayonnaise-based salads,Layered meals like lasagna,Small sausages,Solid foods,Spices,Meatballs,Fish products,Rice-based meals,Fruits,Poultry products,Nuts,Ready-to-eat meals,Porridges,Jams,Vegetables,Sauces and garnishes
End products
Beef stew,Black pepper seasoning,Pork sausages,Ranch dressing,Brown rice pilaf,Chicken nuggets,Granola bars,Chicken broth,Fish pie,Whole grain bread,Oatmeal porridge,Tomato soup,Quinoa salad,Strawberry jam,Mayonnaise-based chicken salad,Vegetable curry,Sushi rice,Frozen lasagna,Honey roasted nuts,Bolognese sauce,Marinara sauce,Coleslaw,Beef meatballs,Dried fruit mix,Greek salad,Carbonara pasta
Steps before
Preparation,Ingredient measurement,Product sorting
Steps after
Packing,Sealing,Labeling,Tray handling
Input ingredients
liquid products,soups,sauces,marinades,kisels,honey,water,oil,jams,mayonnaise-based salads,oils,soured whole milk,yoghurts,curds,porridges,boiled or raw vegetable cubes,root crop cubes,boiled pasta,rice,raw or baked meat cubes,potato slices and strips,frozen vegetables,noodles,salads,meatballs,fish balls,vegetable balls,nuggets,small sausages,meat cubes
Output ingredients
ready-to-eat meals,tray filled meals,bottled products,jarred products,portions of foods,meat products packaged,plant-based meals packaged,rice-based meals packaged,pasta-based meals packaged,layered meals like lasagna packaged,sauces and garnishes packaged,vegetables packaged,seafood products packaged,snacks packaged
Market info
Kometos is known for manufacturing modular and mobile food processing facilities and equipment, offering innovative and tailored solutions for the food industry. Their expertise lies in efficiency, hygiene, and customization, enhancing clients' production capabilities.

Technical Specifications


Dosing accuracy
± 10 g ≥ 150 g package,± 5 g ≤ 150 g package
Dosing accuracy
< 1% for products with max. 2 mm solid particles
Dosing range
50-500 g (solid components)
Dosing range
50-300 ml or 100-500 ml / cylinder (liquid)
Speed
Up to 60 cycles per minute
Speed
30-90 portions / minute
Actuator type
Electric servo motor
Control system
Siemens plc with colour display
Control system
Plc Kometos / Siemens S7
Product container volume
30-200 L
Product container volume
50-200 L
Dosing type
Volume-based / Weight-based
Automation
PLC-controlled
Accuracy
> 99 from target weight %
Accuracy
98% (for dispensing round components)
Viscosity
500-4000 cP
Container capacity
60 L = Transbox
Max. flow and particle size
7-365 l/min.,3-13 mm
Max. flow and particle size
255 000 l/h,13-100 mm

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC-controlled
Changeover time
Quick and easy product changes
CIP/SIP
Easy to clean
Cleaning method
Manual / CIP
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Energy efficiency
Optimized dosing minimizes waste
Integration capability
Flexible integration for growth
Speed
Up to 60 cycles per minute

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Yes
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes
Density/particle size
Up to 3 mm

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Control panel type
Siemens PLC with color display
Discharge method
Drop funnel into tray
Product container volume
30-200 L
Actuator type
Electric servo motor
Portion size range
50-500 g / dosing head

Custom Options


Control panel type
Siemens PLC with colour display
Integration possibilities
Manual workstations,multiple dosing units
Customization scope
Standard and individually customized solutions