Key Technology has introduced high-capacity vibratory conveyors for advanced food handling applications.
Conveying up to 100,000 lbs (45,359 kg) of product an hour and available in widths more than 10 feet (3 meters), these extra-large, high-capacity conveyors can be engineered for grading, aligning, distributing and other specialised food handling functions. Achieving new levels of versatility at high throughputs, Key’s Iso-Flo, Impulse, Zephyr and Marathon vibratory conveyors offer reliability, sanitation and minimal maintenance requirements.
“As demand for processed foods continues to grow, processors are looking to maximise production capacity on existing lines and install new lines capable of higher-than-ever throughputs. Key’s high-capacity conveyors support these objectives while helping processors streamline their operations, reduce labour and maximise profits,” said Jack Lee, Duravant Group president – food Sorting and handling solutions. “Our deep expertise in natural frequency, electromagnetic and horizontal-motion food conveying makes Key Technology uniquely positioned to design and build these high-capacity systems. They require a sophisticated understanding of how various foods need to be conveyed and the ability to customise each conveyor around the application requirements – not just any equipment manufacturer can do this.”
These high-capacity vibratory conveyors are ideal for fruits, vegetables, potato strips, potato chips, nuts, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, confections, snacks, bakery products, cereals, grains, and more. Key customises the tune and stroke of each vibratory system to match the needs of the application so conveying performance is optimised.
Key’s specialised conveyor designs help facilitate more sophisticated functions even at high capacities, including grading, removing fines, dewatering, distributing and spreading product for sorters and other downstream equipment. The conveyor spring arms can be positioned either on the sides of the bed or underneath it. Drives can be positioned outside, inside or even close to the centre of the frame. The design and rigidity of the frame is also customised depending on the application. Each conveyor can be installed in a variety of different ways – suspended from overhead, supported from the floor or mounted to other machinery.
