Blueberry packing line for larger growers

Description: 

The unit is designed to remove dirt from fruit. The machine effectively removes leaves, sticks, dried flowers and undersized fruits. It is an extremely useful and helpful machine for sorting mechanically harvested fruit.

Purpose

• Berries:
  – Blueberries
  – Cranberries
  – Black currants
  – Chokeberries
  – Bilberry

Features and advantages

• The patented separation system makes it possible to separate small fruits that can still be used for processing
• The system is Very gentle on the fruit
• The self-cleaning mechanism makes it easy to keep the unit clean
• A stainless-steel housing
• The machine’s legs are equipped with wheels to ensure full mobility
• Adjusting the blowing force
• A simple design for easy maintenance.

Description:

A unit for sorting blueberries by size. It uses technologies that enable accurate and gentle sorting. Removes undersized fruit and debris with specially adjustable slots between belts.
The belt calibrator is a very flexible grading machinery for blueberries. Thanks to its modular design, the grading machinery easily adapts to both large and small packaging lines. A jumbo calibrator is the best solution for removing wrong-sized and undersized fruit.

Purpose

• Berries:
  – Blueberries
  – Cranberries
  – Black currants
• Sweet and sour cherries
• Tomatoes

Features and advantages:

Made of materials that are gentle to the fruit and do not rub off the bloom;
Belt width adjustable in the range of 8-12 mm;
A very gentle system with a low drop height on the reject belt conveyor;
A patented size adjustment system to easily adjust the calibrator to customer requirements;
A direct, stepless drive for smooth operation;
The simple design allows for easy disassembly and assembly, as well as cleaning of the machine;
The machine’s legs are equipped with wheels to ensure full mobility;
Made of stainless steel.

Description:

It is the part of a sorting and packing line where the workers visually inspect the sorted fruit.

Features and advantages

• A safe and hygienic design that protects the natural characteristics of the fruit, such as the wax bloom
• An ergonomic design of the belt conveyor ensures easy and fast cleaning, thus saving time and labour costs
• Use of high quality materials for the fruit and vegetable segment
• Side channels to eliminate fruit of bad quality

12-scale packing machine for blueberries: device’s description

The 12-scale device is designed to pack fruit into various container types, with a processing speed of up to 180 punnets per minute, ensures a great level of productivity. Engineered and manufactured by the American producer A&B Packing Equipment, this weigh and fill machine can work with multiple packaging types. Its straightforward design ensures superb ergonomics, making it easy to operate, clean, and maintain. The unit is constructed from durable materials and features an intuitive control touch panel. The G2 Evolution weigh and fill machine is also available in 4, 6, 10, and 16-scale versions, so you can easily adjust the equipment to your present needs and future plans. If you need more details about the 12-scale packing machinery, feel free to contact Milbor’s expert.

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What types of fruits can be packed with this machine?

This packing equipment is suitable for packing different fresh products, ranging from blueberries, cranberries, black currants, bilberries, and chokeberries, to cherry tomatoes. It works well with various types of frozen fruit, too.

Top blueberry packing equipment: why it is worth investing?

• Avoid unnecessary expenses from overweight: This highly precise 12-scale weigh and fill system reduces overweighing to the weight of a single fruit (approximately 2 g).
• Sell top-quality fruits: The machine employs an exceptionally gentle method for distributing the fruit, ensuring the preservation of the natural wax bloom on the fruit’s surface.
• Streamline operations: Dedicated software, available in multiple languages, records each packed container.
• Enhance your packing efficiency: the 12-scale packing machine for blueberries delivers a high packaging output, handling up to 180 containers per minute (125 g punnets).
• Get ready for changing market demands: It provides versatile packaging options, accommodating various container types such as punnets, clamshells, buckets, cardboard boxes, shakers, etc., for weights ranging from 125 g to 1.5 kg.
• Maintain cleanliness: The unit is designed for easy cleaning and maintenance.

Other versions of G2 Evolution
4-SCALE   6-SCALE   10-SCALE   16-SCALE

12-scale packing machine for blueberries: a conveyance system

• Simple modification of packaging configurations
• A mechanism for swift container exchange
• Rapid conveyance of containers to the scales
• Crafted from stainless steel

In search of dependable packing machinery but undecided on the optimal choice for your enterprise? Look no further! Our team at Milbor, with vast, international expertise in the blueberry field, is ready to assist you! Our experts can seamlessly incorporate this 12-scale blueberry packing machine into your existing production setup. Complete the form provided below to delve deeper into how this equipment can elevate the efficiency of your blueberry packing operations.

Description:

This conveyor is used to transport containers with fruit. We offer different types and shapes of conveyor belt conveyors.  

Features and advantages

• A hygienic design for safe transport of packages
• An ergonomic design of the belt conveyor ensures easy and fast cleaning, thus saving time and labour costs
• Use of high quality materials suitable for the fruit and vegetable segment
• Possibility to design a conveyor according to individual needs and requirements

Revolution: a fully automatic tray sealer 

The Revolution traysealer is an innovative device designed for the automatic sealing of trays and boxes with top-seal shrink film. This machine ensures airtight packaging, protecting fruits and vegetables from spillage while extending their freshness and providing a clean, hygienic appearance. The tray sealer Revolution achieves an output of up to 150 packages per minute, making it an excellent solution for fruit and vegetable producers looking to optimise automation in their production lines.

Applications of the Revolution heat sealing machine

This tray sealing equipment is suitable for packaging various products:

• blueberries and other loose fruits,
• soft fruits – such as raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries,
• processed fruits and vegetables,
• tomatoes,
• salads and herbs,
• mushrooms,
• ready meals,
• dips and sauces,
• meat, poultry, and fish.

Key advantages of the Revolution sealing machine

• Extended product shelf life: Offers the use of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), vacuum (MAP-V), and SkinPack technology, significantly prolonging the freshness of sealed food.
• Precise package sealing: Top-seal shrink film ensures airtight closure, preventing content spillage while providing a neat and appealing package look.
• Cost savings on packaging: Replacing expensive lids with film reduces packaging costs.
• Plastic reduction: The film weighs about 1 g compared to 13 g of plastic in traditional lids.
• Packaging format flexibility: Easily adaptable to various tray and packaging types made from plastic, pulp, or cardboard.
• Ease of operation: Intuitive software and a convenient touchscreen allow real-time machine monitoring and quick diagnostics of potential issues.
• Energy efficiency: Thanks to POWERDRIVE technology, the device does not require compressed air (external compressor), significantly reducing energy costs.
• Easy cleaning and maintenance: Quick access to components exposed to contamination enables efficient maintenance to keep the machine in top technical condition.

Why choose the Revolution tray sealer?

The Revolution tray sealer is a reliable device that will significantly streamline the packaging process in your company. Like any other sealing machines by Packaging Automation Ltd, it shows top-end technology paired with ergonomics and durability. Its high efficiency and flexibility save time and reduce operational production costs. If you want to learn more about choosing the optimal tray sealing machine, read this article or contact our advisor directly for a free consultation. If you have questions about the Revolution, fill out the form below.

Labeller

Here is a universal device for labelling packaging containing various types of fruits and vegetables. The labeller is compatible with different packaging (materials and volumes). The device is equipped with an advanced labelling system and a colour touch-screen to manage the labelling process. The intuitive, available in multiple languages, interface facilitates communication with the machine. One of the key advantages of the labeller is the possibility of programming and saving jobs – this feature cuts the time needed for machine changeovers and decreases the risk of errors. The solid design and durable components stand for the product’s long life.

Labeller – available models

The labeller is available in several variants that differ from each other in the place of sticking the marking.

TBF – this machine can mark the packaging up and down (bottom and top)
BF – this model marks the packaging at the bottom
TF – this labelled sticks the label at the top of the box
TBF+S – this extended variant can put the label on the top, bottom and side of the box.

These aforementioned models show different dimensions.

Optionally, the labeller can be additionally equipped with a printer (e.g. Ink-Jet) to adjust printing data on a label.

Features and advantages

• Modern Golf Plus labelling head
• Possibility of applying labels in various places of the packaging
• The universal labelling applicator can stick foil, paper, transparent labels
• Possibility of adapting the machine to changing market trends
• Flexibility: adjusting the linear speed of labelling and label location
• The universal design of the machine allows you to work in long and short production cycles
• Multilabelling
• Integrated label counter
• Easy-to-use software with a built-in user manual
• Quick (approx. 60 seconds) roller replacement, thanks to the QRC (QUICK ROLL CHANGEOVER) system
• Optical detection of the edge of the packaging allows for a precise application of labels in a designated place
• Compatibility with full automation of the packaging line, as well as manual administration of labelling packaging
• Managing – a colourful touch-screen, intuitive menu in Polish, English, Russian, optionally different languages

Labeller: how to choose the machine suitable to your needs?

You don’t have to know the answer to this question. Rely on the knowledge and experience of Milbor PMC experts and see what model of labelling machines will be most suitable to your current needs and development plans. Fill out the form below and make an appointment for a free conversation about regarding comprehensive labelling system. During the consultation, our specialist will provide you with the details of the device, but also explain, how we can integrate the new labeller with your packing line.

Packaging weight control devices integrated with metal detectors not only measure weight but also support the analysis and optimization of production processes. Thanks to advanced features, they ensure cost savings, comprehensive quality control, and reliability in every situation.

Modern solutions for production: when is an automatic checkweigher with a metal detector useful?

The automatic checkweigher equipped with a metal detector is an advanced device that not only weighs precisely but also ensures the highest level of safety by effectively detecting foreign objects in packaging. This system is an excellent solution for production lines where quality and compliance with standards are a priority. Its multi-frequency detection technology guarantees high detection accuracy of potential contaminants, minimizing the risk of their occurrence in finished products.

Thanks to the automatic learning function, the device adapts to product specifications quickly and intuitively, eliminating the need for specialized knowledge from operators. Additionally, the system allows easy switching between product batches through the storage of multiple product settings, which optimizes production processes and reduces downtime.

Features and advantages of automatic checkweighers:

• Precise process control, ensuring compliance with certification requirements
• Product savings through the elimination of overfills and optimization of product flow
• Operation on average weight systems (E-weights), guaranteeing measurement precision
• Specially designed construction allows for easy height adjustment of the conveyor
• Multi-frequency detection technology ensures high effectiveness in detecting foreign objects
• Automatic reports provide transparency in production processes and quality control for each produced unit – memory for 200 products
• Product safety ensured by advanced statistical analyses of total, accepted, and rejected production
• The system is adapted for functionality expansion, increasing its flexibility
• A wide range of interfaces facilitates integration with industrial data networks
• Easy cleaning, even in demanding environmental conditions such as low or high temperatures
• Access protection – user password systems or fingerprint authentication protect against unauthorized setting changes

Machines for the food industry: an investment that pays off

Investing in an automatic checkweigher with a metal detector is a decision that will help your company meet growing market demands and raise production standards. If you have questions about this device or want to learn how it can improve your production efficiency and achieve maximum benefits from automating your production line, fill out the contact form. Our specialist will contact you to recommend the best solution. The consultation is free and non-binding.

Description:

The control machine is an advanced line control system based on a Siemens PLC. It makes it possible to manage the entire line from a single location using an operator panel (HMI) that has access to the diagnostics and status of each line component and continuously displays the production progress. The control machine displays the causes of stops, faults and errors, and is responsible for controlling, navigating, and monitoring the machine workflow, thus saving the operators’ time. 

Features and advantages:

• Product protection – prevents collisions and losses by automatically controlling the system from one location
• Power distribution for the machinery
• Intuitive operation of the production line from the 12″ operator panel (HMI) (line START/STOP, speed of individual conveyors, possibility to deactivate the signal from the charge sensor, additional functions programmed after consultation with the customer)
• Logic implemented using advanced SIEMENS PLCs
• An e-stop for all conveyors in the entire line and possibility to program E-stops for particular components of the line
• Possibility to reprogram and program additional functions, e.g. A delayed stop, adding a stop signal from the checkweigher
• A hygienic design, a machine suitable for use in the food industry
• An illuminated logo with indication of the line status