Overhead Conveyor System Manufacturer – Statfield

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Food Processing

Get faster throughput for Fruit Handling at collection point

General food/fruit processing companies have set-ups spread over acres of land. Fruits unloaded from the trucks are inspected, filled in the standard crates and taken over to the processing plant meters away from the collection area. Ripening chambers – multiple in numbers – are attended on a way for processing the fruits.
For all this, conventional tractors and trolleys are used, With Statfield’s lubrication-free material handling conveyor with automatic crate loading, unloading system businesses can quickly automate material transfer from collection to processing plant eliminating the need for tractors and trolleys, unwanted time investment in loading and unloading of creates in the tractors or trolleys.

Overhead conveyor for Plastic Crate

Challenges

  • Manual transfer of fruits from the collection point to the plant
  • Manual handling of filled creates
  • The unergonomic operations, like bending stretching and lifting
  • Heavy human dependency
  • Batch-type operation keeping ready creates wait till tractors filled

Advantages of overhead conveyor

  • Ergonomic operations, zero human injuries
  • Better throughout with ease of handling
  • Specialty tackle designed of handling of crates
  • Continuous operations, with consistent supply plant

Frequently Asked Questions

How is your overhead conveyor designed to meet food safety and hygiene standards (like USDA, FDA, HACCP)?
Our systems are engineered with a Sanitary Design philosophy. This includes using stainless steel or specially coated carbon steel, smooth surfaces with minimal crevices, self-draining frames, and rounded corners to prevent bacterial harborage and facilitate easy cleaning and inspection.
Can the system withstand high-pressure, high-temperature washdowns?
Absolutely. We offer Washdown-Rated conveyors with IP69K-rated components where necessary. These systems feature sealed bearings, waterproof drives and motors, and corrosion-resistant materials to ensure reliable operation even after aggressive daily sanitation cycles with caustic cleaners.
What about lubrication and the risk of product contamination?

We address this critical concern in two ways:

Food-Grade Lubricants: We only use NSF H1-registered, food-grade lubricants for all chain and trolley lubrication points.
Lube-Free Options: For the highest risk areas, we offer self-lubricating chains or completely lubrication-free system designs to eliminate any risk of lubricant contaminating your products or production environment.

What types of food products can it handle?

Our conveyors are versatile and can be configured for a wide range of products, including:

Meat & Poultry: Carcasses, primal cuts, and processed meats on hooks.
Bakery Goods: Racks of bread, pans, and trays.
Dairy: Cheese wheels on shelves or hooks.
Ready-to-Eat Meals: Racks of product moving through blast chillers or spiral freezers.
Packaged Goods: Cases and totes.
Tea leaf: Handles tea leaf bags

How do you prevent debris and moisture from falling onto products or surfaces below?

We offer Enclosed Track designs that effectively contain chain wear particles, excess lubricant, and moisture within the track. Additionally, we can install drip pans and splash guards at critical points to provide an extra layer of protection for open products and processing areas.

Is the system suitable for extreme temperatures, like blast freezers or cooking ovens?
Yes. We design systems with components rated for specific temperature ranges. For blast freezers, we use specialty steels and lubricants that remain pliable at low temperatures. For ovens, we employ high-temperature chains, bearings, and paints to ensure continuous performance.