Vegetable spiral washer

Enhance your vegetable processing line with an efficient solution designed to thoroughly wash and rinse both cut and uncut produce, ensuring cleanliness and quality while optimizing water usage through innovative recirculation and agitation techniques.

Washes and Rinses Vegetables and Fruits

The SW-50 Spiral Washer from Sormac is engineered specifically for food and fresh produce processing applications, offering robust washing capabilities to ensure the cleanliness of cut and uncut vegetables and fruits. This machine effectively integrates into salad, vegetable, and fruit production lines by incorporating a controlled spiral movement and agitation process to manage various types of produce efficiently. The SW-50 can handle up to 1,500 kg per hour, making it suitable for high-volume operations.

Its stainless steel construction enhances durability and resistance against corrosion, while adjustable water flow and recirculation features optimize energy use and ensure thorough washing. Options such as a flycatcher for insect removal, a rotary sieve for particle collection, and UV-C units for bacterial reduction make the SW-50 adaptable for diverse processing needs. The equipment can be configured with a touchscreen control system for easy operation and adjustment, reinforcing its adaptability and user-friendliness within pre-processing and cleaning departments. Additionally, its customizable add-ons, such as dosing units and transport conveyors, promote seamless integration and enhanced operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by thoroughly cleaning up to 1,500 kg of produce per hour.
  • Saves operational costs with adjustable water flow that optimizes water and energy use.
  • Minimizes contamination risk with integrated UV-C units that eliminate bacteria in wash water.
  • Adapts to varied processing needs with customizable configurations, including flycatchers and dosing units.
  • Simplifies integration into existing lines with easy-to-use touchscreen controls and transport conveyor options.

General


Applications
Uncut vegetables,Leafy greens,Cut vegetables,Root vegetables,Fruit
End products
Apple slices,Chopped celery,Spinach leaves,Diced potatoes,Diced carrots,Coleslaw mix,Washed berries,Pre-washed lettuce,Baby greens mix,Sliced cucumbers,Mixed salad bags,Fruit salad cups
Steps before
Cleaning,Sorting,Cutting,Inspection
Steps after
Centrifugation,Conveying,Further Processing,Packaging
Input ingredients
cut vegetables,uncut vegetables,vegetables that float on water,vegetables that sink
Output ingredients
washed vegetables,cleaned cut vegetables,cleaned uncut vegetables,rinsed vegetables
Market info
Sormac is known for its expertise in manufacturing high-quality vegetable processing equipment, particularly peeling, washing, and slicing machines, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer-focused solutions in the food processing industry.

Technical Specifications


Material
Stainless steel
Capacity
Up to 1,500 kg per hour
Automation
Manual / Push-button activation
Water flow control
Adjustable valves and nozzles
Component Material
Stainless steel and plastic parts
Outfeed options
Vibration chute or outfeed belt
Pump mechanism
Recirculating pump
Additional Features
UV-C-unit,Cooling coil,Fan,Flycatcher

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Spiral washing with vibration chute or outfeed belt
Integrated steps
Washing,Rinsing,Water Recirculation
Flow control
Manually adjustable valves and nozzles
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous

Material Compatibility


Corrosion resistance
Stainless steel
Cleanability
Stainless steel,easy to clean surfaces
Biological compatibility
Food-grade,safe for vegetable processing
Abrasion resistance
Stainless steel

Product type Characteristics


Product handling
Delicate products option with outfeed belt

Physical Characteristics


Machine construction material
Stainless steel
Feed method
Water flow with adjustable valves and nozzles
Discharge method
Vibration chute or outfeed belt
Capacity
Up to 1,500 kg per hour
Machine versions
Numerous options can be engineered
Control panel type
Touchscreen

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touchscreen
Water flow adjustability
Manually adjustable valves
Nozzle positioning
Positionable nozzles
Machine assembly options
Customer specifications
Outfeed option
Outfeed belt / Vibration chute
Flycatcher inclusion
Optional
Rotary sieve inclusion
Optional
Fan inclusion
Optional
Cooling coil inclusion
Optional
UV-C-unit inclusion
Optional
Dosing unit for additives
Optional
Carousel capacity
3 centrifuge baskets
Platform capacity
3 or 6 centrifuge baskets
Mobility option
Castors