Optical sorter for wheat applications
In the wheat processing industry, it is crucial to efficiently sort out foreign materials and defective grains to ensure high-quality end products. Producers often face challenges like contamination from stones and inconsistent product streams, which can lead to significant quality issues.
Detects color defects and foreign matter
The Buhler DR-M is an advanced optical sorter designed specifically for wheat applications. It features new sorting software and hardware that make it easier to operate with minimal line disruption and operational intervention. With 5 or 7 chutes, each equipped with 64 high-performance SortJet ejectors, it enables accurate ejection at high throughput rates. This system uses ultra-efficient RGB detection with white LED lighting to detect all color defects, including dark, white, red, and spot defects. The advanced sorting algorithm quickly reads incoming data from the camera to efficiently determine which grains must be ejected, ensuring an end-product quality of up to 99.9%. Additionally, the integrated feed regulation system ensures a consistent and reliable product stream into and out of the sorter. By reducing compressed air consumption by up to 40% and minimizing other running costs, the DR-M offers an economical solution for maintaining high sorting performance. Buhler’s extensive global presence ensures quick support and service in over 140 countries, maximizing the equipment’s overall effectiveness.
Benefits
- Ensures high-quality end products with up to 99.9% purity
- Minimizes line disruption and operational intervention
- Optimizes running costs with reduced air consumption
- Provides accurate and high throughput sorting
- Quick service and support available globally