Preparation line for fresh produce

Streamline your fresh-cut processing with this efficient preparation line, facilitating seamless manual inspection and pre-treatment processes while minimizing product loss.

Prepares and Sorts Fresh Produce and Ready Meals

The FTNON Prep Line by JBT is crafted for food processing companies seeking efficient solutions for manual pre-treatment and sorting tasks. This system excels in preparing and conveying fresh produce, vegetables, and ready meals, streamlining operations with minimal product loss. Utilizing ergonomic designs, it incorporates features such as product infeed and outfeed conveyors and waste management systems. Ideal for producing a range of products from pureed baby carrots to marinara sauce, it supports diverse industries including baby food and ready meals. With options for double or triple belt designs and hygienic layouts, the Prep Line ensures seamless integration and compliance with food safety standards.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality through precise manual inspection and sorting.
  • Minimizes product waste with efficient waste management systems.
  • Boosts operational efficiency with continuous processing capability.
  • Ensures easy maintenance and cleaning with hygienic design.
  • Supports diverse product handling with customizable configurations.

General


Applications
Soups,Sauces,Ready meals,Potatoes,Fresh produce,Oils,Dressings,Vegetables,Seasonings,Baby food
End products
Olive oil,Pureed baby carrots,Dry spice blend,Mashed potatoes,Frozen lasagna,Fresh-cut salad mix,Marinara sauce,Creamy tomato soup,Roasted vegetables,Caesar salad dressing
Steps before
Washing,Sorting,Inspection
Steps after
Packaging,Storage,Distribution
Input ingredients
fresh produce,vegetables,potatoes
Output ingredients
prepared vegetables,processed fresh produce,cut potatoes
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.

Technical Specifications


Chopping board sizes
3×2,4×2,5×2,6×2,7×2
Crate support sizes
3×2,4×2,5×2,6×2,7×2
Design
Double belt or triple belt
Conveyor type
Product infeed,product outfeed,waste elevator
Hygienic design
Easy cleaning

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
Yes
Cleanability
Easy cleaning
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Customizable
Ergonomic design
Yes
Product infeed conveyor
Middle conveyor
Product outfeed conveyor
Top conveyor
Waste conveyor
Bottom conveyor
Chopping boards
3×2,4×2,5×2,6×2,7×2
Crate supports
3×2,4×2,5×2,6×2,7×2
Hygienic design
Easy cleaning
Double belt or triple belt design
Optional
Crate support
With or without
Waste elevator conveyor
Optional
Platform
Optional

Custom Options


Conveyor design
Double belt / Triple belt
Crate support
With / Without
Waste elevator conveyor
Included / Not included
Platform
Included / Not included