Product manipulation and stacking systems
In high-capacity production lines, efficiently transferring products from a flat position to a continuously stacked arrangement on the belt is critical. Challenges include managing high speeds, avoiding product migration, and ensuring optimal spacing to prevent downstream processing issues.
Optimize product transfer for efficient stacking
Houdijk’s Product Manipulation and Stacking system is designed to handle capacities exceeding 1,000 products per minute per lane. This comprehensive system integrates multiple steps to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Incoming products are directed via a dribble board onto a conveyor with side guides. The lane pitch expands before the dribble board, avoiding varying travel speeds and migration issues. Intermediate metering conveyors maintain low and constant product speeds to match the row rates of ovens and loaders. For added protection, a Vision Selector can be included to ensure proper product handling. This system is particularly beneficial for production lines targeting smaller packages, where maintaining consistent loader speeds is essential.
Benefits
- Handles over 1,000 products per minute per lane
- Reduces product migration and spacing issues
- Maintains optimal product speed and spacing
- Minimizes waste and enhances efficiency
- Includes optional Vision Selector for quality control