Comparing Height Transfer Solutions: Find the Right Solution for Your Process

When it comes to transporting your products at height, for example, from the depalletizer onto the conveyor belt, there are several solutions to choose from. Each solution has its benefits, but which one is the right fit for your process? In this blog, we will explore each option and break down the benefits and drawbacks of each solution.

Key Factors in Choosing the Right Height Transport Solution

When choosing the right height transport solution, several key factors must be considered to ensure the solution fits your specific needs:

  • Operating speed: What is the maximum operating speed the solution can handle?
  • Type of packaging material: What types of materials can the solution process?
  • Number of different packaging types: How many different types of packaging can the solution handle?
  • Available space in your facility: How much space is required for the solution?
  • Rinsing capability: Does the solution have the ability to rinse the product while transporting?
  • Price indication: The cost of the solution is ranked on a scale from € to €€€€€, with one euro sign representing the lowest cost and five euro signs indicating a maximum of €50,000. (Price indications may vary depending on the configuration.)

Each of these factors plays a crucial role in determining whether the solution is the right fit for your process and business

Single Twist rinser

The Twist Rinser is a long spiral that rotates the products 360 degrees and cleans them while rotating with ionized air or water. The products move through the Twist Rinser under the force of gravity.

The Twist Rinser scores on the following factors

  • Max operating speed: 50.000 per Hour (depends on packaging type)
  • Suitable for handling: Cans, PET, Paper
  • Number of different packaging types: 1
  • Space required in process: Medium
  • Able to rinse while transporting: Yes, with water or Ionized air
  • Price indication:

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Single twist rinser

Quick Change Twist rinser

The Quick Change Twist Rinser is a long spiral that rotates the products 360 degrees and cleans them while rotating with ionized air or water. The products move through the Quick Change Twist Rinser under the force of gravity.

What sets the Quick Change Twist Rinser apart is that it is mounted on a frame, allowing for a changeover in less than 10 seconds, making it ideal for environments with frequent product changes.

The Quick Change Twist Rinser scores on the following factors:

  • Max operating speed: 50.000 products per Hour (depends on packaging)
  • Suitable for handling: Cans, PET, Paper
  • Number of different packaging types: 4
  • Footprint in your process: Medium
  • Able to rinse while transporting: Yes, with water or Ionized air
  • Price indication: €€ 

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Quick change twist rinser

Vertical conveyor

The Vertical Conveyor is a machine that grips products with its grippers and clamps them between the other gripper. Once the product is clamped between the grippers, it moves downward in an S-shape or direct form (depending on how it is configured). When the products are positioned upside down in the S-shape configuration, they can be rinsed.

What makes the Vertical Conveyor unique is that it works together with the depalletizer and automatically adjusts to the new product during a product change, eliminating changeover time. Additionally, the vertical conveyor can move products both downward and upward.

The Quick Change Twist Rinser scores on the following factors:
  • Max operating speed (S-configuration): 6.000 per Hour
  • Suitable for handling: Bottles, Jars, Cans, PET, Paper, etc.
  • Number of different packaging types: Unlimited
  • Footprint in your process: Small
  • Able to rinse while transporting: Yes, with Ionized air
  • Price indication: €€€

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Vertical conveyor

Conveyor (custom)

The Custom Conveyor is a unique solution that can buffer while transporting. With the long conveying distance that needs to be covered, buffering can be utilized directly. By placing a long conveyor between the depalletizer and the filling line, there is ample space to store products, ensuring a constant supply into your packaging line.

With this conveyor solution, different types of packaging can be easily transported downward. Since we handle all engineering in-house, we can design the conveyor exactly to your specifications.

The Conveyor scores on the following factors:
  • Max operating speed: Filling line operation speed
  • Suitable for handling: Bottles, Jars, Cans, PET, Paper, etc.
  • Number of different packaging types: Everything that fits on to the conveyor
  • Footprint in your process: Large
  • Able to rinse while transporting: No
  • Price of the solution: €€ 

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Conveyor (custom)

Find the right solution for your process

With all this information, it’s clear that there are many factors to consider when selecting the right height transport solution. Finding the best fit for your production line can be a challenging decision, as each option comes with its own advantages and limitations.

That’s where we come in. We are ready to help you analyze your specific needs and guide you toward the most efficient and future-proof solution for your packaging process. Whether you’re looking to optimize space, increase efficiency, or improve product handling, we can provide a customized solution that meets your requirements.

Get in touch with us today, and let’s find the right solution for your process!

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