Optical sorter for rice

Enhance your product quality by efficiently sorting and removing color defects and foreign materials from grains, ensuring consistent output with minimal intervention.

Sorts and Classifies Grains and Pulses

The SORTEX S UltraVision from Bühler Group is an optical sorter engineered to tackle the precision sorting needs of rice millers and grain processors. Equipped with an artificial intelligence-driven detection system, this machine sorts grains and pulsates efficiently, eliminating color defects and foreign materials. Designed for continuous high-speed operations, it processes up to 18 tons per hour, ensuring minimal operator intervention. Its SORTEX ProSort operating system allows intuitive setting adjustments, enhancing productivity without the necessity for complex programming. The SORTEX S UltraVision is suitable for a wide array of applications, including sorting jasmine, basmati, and parboiled rice, as well as pulses and spices. With its integration-friendly design, the system supports automated workflows and reduces overall energy consumption by optimizing motor control. Available with stainless steel components, it offers excellent corrosion resistance for diverse processing environments. Additionally, Bühler provides a comprehensive Total Care service package, ensuring seamless operational support and maintenance.

Benefits

  • Enhances grain quality with precise defect removal and impurity sorting.
  • Increases operational efficiency with up to 18 tons per hour throughput.
  • Minimizes labor requirements through intuitive, user-friendly controls.
  • Reduces energy consumption with optimized motor performance.
  • Offers robust integration for seamless high-speed processing environments.

General


Applications
Asian noodles,Animal feed,Pulses,Pet food,Spices,Rice,Rice and paddy,Flour service
End products
Jasmine rice,Cumin seeds,Chicken feed,Turmeric powder,Lentils,Kibble for dogs,Wheat flour,Rice flakes,Rice noodles,Cat biscuits,Basmati rice,Chickpeas,Cattle feed,Parboiled rice,Rice flour
Steps before
Dehulling,Grain handling,Milling,Drying
Steps after
Packing,Weighing,Sifting,grading,Pelleting
Input ingredients
raw rice,parboiled rice,steam rice
Output ingredients
sorted rice,defect-free rice,foreign material-free rice
Market info
Buhler is renowned for manufacturing advanced process solutions for food, feed, and advanced materials. They are highly regarded for their innovation in milling technology and equipment quality.

Technical Specifications


Sorting Capacity
up to 18 t/h
Automation
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
Detection Type
Color Defects / Foreign Materials

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
AI-driven / Machine learning
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Cleaning method
Automatic
Energy efficiency
Optimized for rice sorting
Changeover time
Minimal operator intervention

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
High-capacity with small footprint
Feeder device
Vibrator,chute,and hopper with sensors
Chute throughput
Up to 3 t/h per chute

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
SORTEX ProSort Operating System
Integration Capabilities
Remote Access via SORTEX Total Care SafeGuard
Defect Adjustment
Slider Control for Defect Sensitivity
Product Type Settings
Selectable Rice Variety Settings