Vertical screw conveyor for ground materials

Optimize floor space in food processing with this vertical solution, ensuring gentle transport of ground materials and seamless integration with existing grinders across the production line.

Conveys and Transports Ground Food Materials Efficiently

The Giraffe™ Vertical Screw Conveyor from Cozzini is engineered for compact food processing environments, providing a reliable solution for the gentle, non-smearing transport of ground materials such as meat, protein bars, and pet food. Available in direct feed and hopper feed models, it enables seamless integration with upstream grinders and downstream conveyors. The conveyor’s stainless steel construction ensures durability and meets USDA, CE, and AMI sanitary equipment standards. Its design accommodates easy washdown and inspection, featuring hinged vertical and horizontal chambers for thorough sanitation. With customizable discharge heights, it is ideal for optimizing floor space and ensuring efficient loading and unloading processes.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by maximizing space utilization in compact facilities.
  • Reduces contamination risk with USDA and CE-compliant sanitary design.
  • Minimizes maintenance time through easy access for thorough washdown and inspection.
  • Customizable discharge heights ensure seamless integration into existing production lines.
  • Facilitates gentle transport to maintain quality of sensitive food products.

General


Applications
Protein processing,Pet food,Grinders,Food processing,Ground materials,Snacks
End products
Snack pellets,Meat paste,Protein pellets,Minced poultry,Ground meat,Pet food kibble,Sausage filling,Protein bars
Steps before
Grinding
Steps after
Packing
Input ingredients
ground materials,ground meat
Output ingredients
transported ground materials,transported ground meat
Market info
Cozzini (Middleby) is known for manufacturing industrial food processing equipment, specializing in grinding, mixing, and emulsifying machinery, with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and customer service in engineered-to-order solutions for the food processing industry.

Technical Specifications


Material
Stainless steel
Design
Space-saving compact design
Compliance
USDA accepted,CE approved
Sanitation
Built in conformity with AMI sanitary equipment design principles
Feed type
Direct feed or hopper feed
Discharge heights
Variety available
Washdown
Easy,thorough washdown and inspection

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Vertical screw with horizontal feed
Automation level
Manual / Automatic
Cleaning method
Easy,thorough washdown
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous

Material Compatibility


Stainless Steel Compatibility
AISI 304 / AISI 316L
Cleanability
USDA Accepted
Corrosion resistance
High
Biological compatibility
Food grade

Product type Characteristics


Vertical movement
Non-smearing

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design for limited space
Caster type
Two swivel and two rigid casters
Body material
Stainless steel with fine sanitary finish
Feed method
Direct feed hookup/Hopper feed
Discharge height
Customizable heights available
Inspection access
Hinged chambers for easy inspection

Custom Options


Compact footprint
Space-saving design
Integration possibilities
Direct feed hook-up to Cozzini grinders
Adjustable discharge height
Customizable to fit application needs
Sanitary finish
Fine sanitary finish throughout
Mobility
Two swivel and two rigid casters for maneuverability