Modular separation and sorting system
Ensure consistent package quality by swiftly sorting and rejecting defective packages in high-speed thermoforming lines, enhancing your operational efficiency and maintaining product integrity with ease.
Sorts and Rejects Defective Packages
The GEA PowerSort 6000 is a modular sorting and rejecting system that enhances production efficiency in the food and beverage packaging sector. Specially tailored for thermoforming applications, this system automatically separates and rejects non-compliant packages using a combined lane converger and package rejector mechanism. It supports high-speed operations and continuous production environments, ensuring that only quality products progress through the line. With its integration into GEA SmartControl HMI, the PowerSort 6000 offers seamless interaction with GEA thermoforming equipment, enhancing both mechanical and electrical compatibility. Engineered for flexibility, it is available in various frame widths and lengths, accommodating diverse packaging needs. Its energy-efficient design and shared parts with GEA automation equipment reduce maintenance costs while contributing to operational sustainability. Additionally, the optional features such as vacuum circuits and a turning function increase adaptability to specific line requirements, making it an invaluable asset in food and pharmaceutical packaging lines.
Benefits
- Enhances line reliability by effectively rejecting defective packaging, minimizing downtime.
- Provides seamless integration with existing GEA thermoformer equipment, reducing setup time.
- Supports efficient use of floor space with a minimal footprint design.
- Lowers maintenance costs through shared parts and modular construction.
- Increases operational efficiency with easy control via GEA SmartControl HMI.
- Applications
- Food packaging,Thermoformed packaging,Processed food products,Beverages
- End products
- Snack bags,Ready-to-eat meal trays,Juice boxes,Pre-packaged salad bags,Portion-controlled condiment packets,Bottled beverages,Sliced cheese packages,Yogurt cups,Vacuum-sealed meat packs
- Steps before
- Thermoforming,Food Package Forming
- Steps after
- Packing,Distribution,Quality Control
- Input ingredients
- food packages,packages from thermoforming packaging machines,defective packages,empty packages
- Output ingredients
- good food packages,sorted packages,rejected defective packages,rejected empty packages
- 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.
- Frame Width
- 460 / 560 mm or 700 mm
- Frame Length
- Up to 600 / 850 / 1,100 mm
- Feeding Belt Length
- Up to 850 or 1,350 mm
- Transport Conveyor
- 1 or 2 lane execution
- Outfeed Conveyor
- 1 or 2 lane execution
- 2D-kinematics for pick and place
- Included
- Vacuum Circuits
- Up to 36 separate circuits
- Vacuum System
- Via integrated pump
- Optional Turning Function
- +90° / -180°
- Package Rejection
- Standard and optional separate rejection of bad quality packages
- Control System
- GEA SmartControl HMI
- Automation level
- PLC/GEA SmartControl HMI
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Cleaning method
- Manual
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Frame width
- 460 / 560 mm or 700 mm
- Frame lengths
- 600 / 850 / 1,100 mm
- Feeding belt index length
- up to 850 or 1,350 mm
- Transport conveyor
- 1 or 2 lane execution
- Outfeed conveyor
- 1 or 2 lane execution
- Pick and place kinematics
- 2D-kinematics
- Footprint
- Minimal footprint due to integration
- Control panel type
- GEA SmartControl HMI
- Integration possibilities
- Integration with GEA Thermoformer
- Lane configuration
- Single pack,pick-and-place system
- System configuration
- Multi-lane converging system
- Optional rejection functionality
- Standard or separate rejection for bad packages
- Turning function
- Optional +90° / -180°
- Modular design
- Configurable to customer requirements