Industrial vibratory feeder for bulk solids

Ensure precise and gentle handling of delicate bulk materials with a cutting-edge vibratory feeder designed to maintain material integrity and optimize feed rates across various production stages.

Ensures Precise and Gentle Bulk Material Feeding

The Coperion K-Tron K3 line of Vibratory Feeders stands out for its innovative, patent-pending drive technology that enhances precision in feeding applications. Designed to handle fragile, friable, and fibrous materials, these feeders are ideal for a variety of industries, including plastics, food, and pharmaceuticals. The feeders provide gentle gravimetric feeding crucial for processes where uniform discharge at low rates is essential, such as in polypropylene pellet production or pharmaceutical powder blending.

The K3 Vibratory Feeders feature a modular design that supports custom tray configurations, increasing adaptability to specific application needs. They offer feed rates ranging from 1 to 8500 dm³/h, ensuring versatility across different operational demands. Integrated with advanced control systems, these feeders adjust drive signals based on real-time sensor feedback to maintain consistent material flow, reducing energy consumption compared to other technologies.

Constructed with stainless steel, the feeders are available in hygienic designs with a silicone cover, facilitating operations in food-grade environments and meeting ATEX and NEC hazardous location standards. The absence of mechanical wear parts reduces maintenance requirements, and a quick-release clamp mechanism allows for easy product changeovers. Coperion offers engineering support for customization requirements, ensuring seamless integration into existing production lines.

Benefits

  • Achieves high feeding accuracy, minimizing material waste in production processes.
  • Lowers operational costs with reduced energy consumption through optimized drive technology.
  • Ensures gentle handling of materials, protecting fragile or friable products from damage.
  • Facilitates quick product changeovers, enhancing production flexibility and efficiency.
  • Offers hygienic design options, supporting compliance with food and pharmaceutical industry standards.

General


Applications
Chemicals,Food,Nonwovens,Pet food,Plastics recycling,Plastics,Minerals,Pharmaceutical
End products
Recycled pet granules,Kibble,Sap (super absorbent polymer) fibers,Plant-based protein flakes,Fish feed pellets,Powdered coatings,Pharmaceutical powder blends,Adhesive granules,Calcium carbonate,Polypropylene pellets
Steps before
Material Sorting,Pre-weighing,Bulk Handling
Steps after
Packaging,Quality Inspection,Final Weighing
Input ingredients
bulk solids,fragile ingredients,friable materials,abrasive materials,fibrous materials,finished food products,flakes,glass fibers
Output ingredients
uniformly discharged bulk materials,even material flow,free-flowing bulk materials
Market info
Coperion is known for its expertise in manufacturing industrial compounding and extrusion equipment, bulk materials handling systems, and services for various industries, such as plastics, chemicals, and food processing, with a strong reputation for innovative engineering solutions and customer support.

Technical Specifications


Feed Rates
V100
Feed Rates
V200
Feed Rates
V300
Feed Rates
PH-V200
Accuracy
High accuracy with patent-pending drive technology
Automation
Advanced control system with fast-acting controller
Drive
Unique K3 Vibratory Drive with flexible pendulum technology
Material Flow
Continuous,even product discharge
Material Compatibility
Suitable for fragile,friable,and abrasive materials
Hygienic Design
Hygienic silicone cover available
Maintenance
Lower maintenance requirements
Compliance
ATEX,NEC Certifications
Energy Consumption
Low energy consumption

Operating Characteristics


Uniform discharge control
Continuous,even product discharge
Gentle handling
Fragile,friable,abrasive,fibrous materials
Changeover speed
Quick product changeover
Cleaning method
Easy clean design
Automation level
Advanced control system
Energy efficiency
Low energy consumption
Pulsation minimization
Minimal pulsations in discharge

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Feeding Technology
Gravimetric


ATEX certification
Zone 22/2 and Zone 21
NEC Certification
Class I,II,Division 2

Physical Characteristics


Footprint
Compact
Tray Shape
Closed vibratory tray
Material of Construction
Stainless Steel
Discharge Method
Gravity flow
Modular Design
Yes
Acrylic Cover
Yes
Hygienic Silicone Cover
Available in HD version

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC / Advanced Controller
Integration possibilities
SCADA / MES Systems
Drive technology
Pendulum technology
Tray configuration
Customizable for specific applications
Hygienic design
Silicone cover for contamination protection