Positioning line

The line is conceived for the integration in a „Koppens“-forming machine to stop and bring products as f. e. frozen fisch (trapezoidal) in to position in order to apply a topping (f. e. green cheese) on to the filets.

Method of operation

The feeding conveyor continiously carries the product in to the „Koppens“ –forming machine. The filets are brought to the rake unit of the positioning station by means of a discontinuous conveyor that is integrated in the machine. The rake unit stops the product and brings it in position beneath the ejectors of the  machine.  After ejection of the cheese topping the filets are released again and leave the machine on the discharge conveyor.

Construction details

  • dimensions:
    feeding conveyor approx. l 2500 mm x w 900 mm
    discontinuous conveyor approx. l  170 mm x w 900 mm
    discharge conveyor approx. l 1000 mm x w 900 mm
    diameter of wire 1,25 mm
  • positioning unit
    rake unit (format part) arranged on toothed raks
    driven by a servo motor
  • conveyors adjustable in height +/- 100 mm
  • frame, stands, guidings and fixings to the forming machine in stainless steel 1.4301
  • conveyor stands on wheels, with parking brake (option)
  • SEW drives
  • stainless steel bearings
  • CIP-nozzles with hose connection (option)
  • stainless steel 1.4301 switch cabinet, PLC Siemens Simatic S7, frequency converters    Danfoss, servo control Danfoss
  • touch panel Siemens TP 27

Features

  •  stable and strong basic construction 
  • operator friendly 
  • easy and fast size changeover(rake unit) 
  • suited for wet practice 
  • gentle product handling 
  • product guiding parts (FDA approved) 
  • low-maintenance

Technical data

Capacity   
up to approx. 30 cycles/min, depending on format
Connection   
3 x 400 V, 50 Hz PE + N
air 6 bar dry and oil-free

Other executions on enquiry. Technical modifications reserved.