Weighing conveyor for consistent product flow in food processing

Ensure uniform product distribution and precise weight control with this technologically advanced conveyor solution, reducing production variability and enhancing quality in food processing applications.

Weighs and Conveys Fresh Produce Accurately

The FTNON Weighing Conveyor is engineered by JBT to enhance efficiency in food processing environments. This conveyor stands out by employing load cells to ensure precise product weighing and flow control, resulting in a consistent product stream ideal for integration into automated production lines. It’s particularly well-suited for applications including pureed baby vegetables, fresh salads, and ready meals like frozen lasagna and mashed potatoes. Operating seamlessly within sectors such as fresh produce and vegetable processing, the conveyor supports continuous, automated operations by maintaining accurate ingredient ratios. Constructed from hygienic stainless steel, it facilitates easy cleaning to meet stringent food safety standards. The system is adaptable to a range of solid product types, making it a versatile addition to your processing line.

Benefits

  • Ensures consistent product flow to improve line efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
  • Precisely weighs ingredients, aiding in maintaining accurate recipe formulations.
  • Minimizes cleaning time due to its hygienic and easy-to-clean stainless steel design.
  • Enhances product quality by preventing overloading and ensuring uniform mixing.
  • Supports seamless integration with existing automated systems for streamlined operation.

General


Applications
Soups,Sauces,Ready meals,Potatoes,Fresh produce,Oils,Dressings,Vegetables,Seasonings,Baby food
End products
Olive oil,Alfredo sauce,Fresh salad mixes,Tomato soup,Caesar dressing,Garlic seasoning,Mashed potatoes,Pureed baby vegetables,Frozen lasagna,Chopped carrots
Steps before
Product loading,Mixing,Portioning
Steps after
Packing,Labeling,Quality inspection
Input ingredients
fresh cut produce,vegetables,potatoes,onions
Output ingredients
weighed produce,constant product flow,checked product quantity
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing innovative industrial machinery and solutions, particularly in the food processing and air transportation sectors, renowned for their advanced technology, reliability, and customer-focused engineered-to-order solutions tailored to specific industry needs.

Technical Specifications


Product Flow Control
Constant Flow
Load Cells
Yes
Material
Stainless Steel
Cleaning Method
Easy to Clean

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Weighing by load cells
Product flow control
Constant product flow
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Automation level
PLC-controlled
Cleaning method
Easy to clean
Material of construction
Stainless steel
Application in process line
Product mixture control

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Easy to clean
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel design
Biological compatibility
Hygienic design

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Material
Stainless steel
Hygienic design
Easy to clean
Discharge method
Continuous flow
Load cells
Incorporated for weighing

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-controlled
Material
Stainless steel
Integration possibilities
Can integrate with existing processing lines
Hygienic design
Easy to clean
Weighing capability
Load cells