Problem:
Application: Bulk Flow Food Lines
Bulk flow nuts from a harvesting field had numerous foreign objects, including PVC, stones, glass and metal. Customers were complaining. The company faced potential liability and wanted to protect its brand.
Solution:
Eriez Bulk Flow
(XR-Bulk) Inspection System was installed, eliminating foreign objects and diminishing customer complaints. This system can also be equipped with dedicated lanes and reject nozzles.
Problem:
Equipment breakdowns were slowing packaging at Bettman Nut Co. in Rahway, NJ, USA.
Solution:
Eriez Vibratory Feeders, built into the company's packaging machines, helped achieve a 50 percent increase in packaging. The company president expressed "complete satisfaction."
Problem:
Sharp-eyed inspectors at
Diamond Walnut Growers plant in Stockton, CA, USA, needed a more even flow of nutmeats to final grading tables.
Solution:
Vibratory Feeders were the solution. Not only was the flow even, but the feeders spread the nut meats over the width of the tables for easier, faster inspection.
Problem:
The California Almond Growers Exchange (USA) wanted complete removal of stray bits and pieces of iron contamination from their product.
Solution:
Eriez permanent magnetic
Plates and
Grates were installed at key locations to assure product purity.