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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Product Information Vibrating Length Sizer Sizing Equipment
Vibrating bed
Infeed tray
(spreader tray)
Outfeed chute
Suspension springs
Vibrating motors
Frame
Size adjusters
General Information Product Overview What does a Vibrating Length Sizer do?
Separates clean produce into a maximum of four length sizes. Long produce; carrots, parsnips, yams, etc.
What produce types can be sorted?
You can sort elongated potatoes, but this is only effective for removing smalls, not accurate sizing. When you want to size long produce by length, prior to packaging.
When should you use a Vibrating Length Sizer?
To pre-grade produce before an optical grading system. You may need a Lift Roller Sizer instead (or as well), depending on size and shape grading requirements. Can also be used for piece removal.
Things that affect Vibrating Length Sizer performance:
Produce
Size and type of produce.
Machine
Produce feed method and maintenance. Near the end of your washing and drying line.
In a produce line, where should a Vibrating Length Sizer be?
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Place Vibrating Length Sizer before:
Roller Inspection Table, Lift Roller Sizer, baggers and grading equipment.
Place Vibrating Length Sizer after:
Roller Inspection Table, Flat Bed System, Vege-Polisher™, Barrel Washer and Lift Roller Sizer. Page 1
PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
General Information (cont.) Product Overview Produce is fed onto a flat section at the infeed end of the machine (spreader tray). It then moves onto the sizer bed which is made up of corrugated channels. The bed vibrates to spread produce across its width. Produce moves into the corrugated channels and moves towards the outfeed. As produce moves forward, a series of adjustable openings allow short produce or pieces to fall through while longer produce bridges the opening and continues on.
How does a Vibrating Length Sizer work?
Produce can be separated into up to four sizes: three through the adjustable openings and the longest size exiting at the outfeed. Opening sizes can be easily changed using adjusters on each side of the machine. Two eccentric vibrating motors shake the sizer at an adjustable speed. Small vibrations are best so produce does not bounce. The bed is mounted on springs to isolate the vibrations.
What are the sizing capabilities?
The adjustable openings can be set anywhere between 10 - 150mm. Produce twice the size of the opening is likely to pass over it, while smaller produce is likely to fall through*. This means you can size out produce up to 300mm. Cross-conveyors beneath the sizing slots to carry away sized produce. If you also run round produce through your processing line, install a bypass conveyor to carry round produce past the Vibrating Length Sizer as needed.
What other equipment might be needed?
For accurate, diameter sizing as well, you can use a Lift Roller Sizer with the Vibrating Length Sizer. If both are used, all produce runs on the Lift Roller Sizer first, then the premium sizes from that would run on one or two Vibrating Length Sizers (one for each premium grade). Lift Roller Sizers have a much bigger capacity and are more expensive, so it is best to use just one, followed by as many Vibrating Length Sizers as you need.
* Produce with a diameter larger than 50mm may not fall through openings as described here, due to the balance point being different. Openings should be adjusted to suit.
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Features & Benefits D
A
E
B
B
F
C
Feature
Benefit
Separates produce into a maximum of four different adjustable sizes
Flexible operation.
A Stainless steel tray
Suitable for various produce runs. Long-lasting. Food safe.
B Coil sprung mounts
Provide efficient vibration.
C Cross conveyors*
Carry sized produce away for further processing or packing.
D Easily adjustable sizing gaps E Built-in spreader tray
Size can be set to suit your needs. Size can be adjusted for each produce run. Distributes produce evenly across the width of the machine, and into the corrugated channels. Easy to set up.
F Fully contained vibration motors
Efficiently spread produce across the width of the bed. Very low maintenance.
Variable speed drives*
Control oscillation and shaking intensity. * Optional
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Technical Information There are six standard Vibrating Length Sizer models. Non-standard models can be supplied at extra cost. Model
GLV3009
GLV3012
GLV3015
Throughput (approx.)
7.5 t/hr (16,500 lb/hr)
10 t/hr (22,000 lb/hr)
12.5 t/hr (27,600 lb/hr)
Weight (approx.)
1000 kg (2204 lb)
1210 kg (2668 lb)
1415 kg (3120 lb)
Sizing options
Three sizes (two through the openings and one exiting at outfeed).
Motors
2x fully contained eccentric mass vibration motors, IP66. Size varies depending on model.
Tray angle (approx.)
5°
Speed (approx.)
Up to 1000RPM
Noise level (approx.)
75 dB
Materials
Tray
Stainless steel.
Frame
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Side foldings
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations). Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations).
Model
GLV4009
GLV4012
GLV4015
Throughput (approx.)
7.5 t/hr (16,500 lb/hr)
10 t/hr (22,000 lb/hr)
12.5 t/hr (27,600 lb/hr)
Weight (approx.) Sizing options
Four sizes (three through the openings and one exiting at outfeed).
Motor sizes
2x fully contained eccentric mass vibration motors, IP66. Size varies depending on model.
Tray angle (approx.)
5°
Speed (approx.)
Up to 1000RPM
Noise level (approx.)
75 dB
Materials
Tray
Stainless steel.
Frame
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Side foldings
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations). Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations).
Optional Extras
Detail
Infeed/outfeed chutes
Provided to suit your needs. Can be set up for minimal produce drop. Stainless steel construction (with rubber lining if needed).
Cross Conveyors
Provided to suit your needs. Carry sized produce to the next stage. Reversible conveyors are available.
Leg frame
Upgrade to 304 stainless steel construction.
Electrical Options - all UL / CE / CSA Compliant (as needed) Voltages: 400 - 415 V / 50 Hz or 220 - 230 V / 60 Hz or 460 V / 60 Hz
Full Electrics
Includes motor isolators (lockable, rotary type, IP66/67). Equipment tested and ready to install.
Equipment is not available with ‘no electrics’ as operation is difficult with no VSDs or with incorrectly set up VSDs.
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Site Requirements Site Requirements Level surface
Position machine level on a flat surface.
Floor area
Must be installed with maintenance and cleaning access.
Installation equipment
2t forklift.
Power supply
Three-phase electrical supply is needed.
Health & Safety Considerations • Take care around the entire machine during operation. • Motors can run hot; >65°C. Keep personnel clear.
Automation Information Vibrating Length Sizers are usually controlled as part of the overall line operation. See ‘Line Automation Product Information’ for more details.
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Service & Maintenance Information Service & Maintenance Requirements Item Vibrating Length Sizer
Task
How Often?
Clean. Check that machine is level.
Vibrating tray
Check for unusual noises and fix issues if needed.
All fasteners
Check they are secure (daily for the first week).
Springs
Check and replace if needed.
All fasteners
Check they are secure (weekly after the first week).
Geared motor
Lubricate. Inspect and fix any issues if needed. Replace if needed.
Daily
Weekly Half-yearly
Procedure Examples
Size Adjustment
Replace Springs
1. Loosen locknuts. 2. Adjust the threaded rod until the correct size is indicated. 3. Retighten locknuts. 4. Adjust equally on both sides so opening is even.
1. Safely secure the bed so it does not move when the spring is removed. 2 Unbolt the spring mounting plates. 3. Remove the assembly. 4. Replace the assembly. 5. Secure all bolts in place.
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Dimensions (approx.) GLV3009
GLV3012
GLV3015
900mm (36”)
1200mm (47”)
1500mm (59”)
B* 1100mm (43”)
1100mm (43”)
1100mm (43”)
C
3000mm (118”)
3000mm (118”)
3000mm (118”)
GLV4009
GLV4012
GLV4015
900mm (36”)
A
A
1200mm (47”)
1500mm (59”)
B* 1150mm (45”)
1150mm (45”)
1150mm (45”)
C
3700mm (146”)
3700mm (146”)
3700mm (146”)
*+/- 120 (adjustable feet) A
C
B
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Product Information Vibrating Length Sizer Sizing Equipment
Vibrating bed
Infeed tray
(spreader tray)
Outfeed chute
Suspension springs
Vibrating motors
Frame
Size adjusters
General Information Product Overview What does a Vibrating Length Sizer do?
Separates clean produce into a maximum of four length sizes. Long produce; carrots, parsnips, yams, etc.
What produce types can be sorted?
You can sort elongated potatoes, but this is only effective for removing smalls, not accurate sizing. When you want to size long produce by length, prior to packaging.
When should you use a Vibrating Length Sizer?
To pre-grade produce before an optical grading system. You may need a Lift Roller Sizer instead (or as well), depending on size and shape grading requirements. Can also be used for piece removal.
Things that affect Vibrating Length Sizer performance:
Produce
Size and type of produce.
Machine
Produce feed method and maintenance. Near the end of your washing and drying line.
In a produce line, where should a Vibrating Length Sizer be?
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
Place Vibrating Length Sizer before:
Roller Inspection Table, Lift Roller Sizer, baggers and grading equipment.
Place Vibrating Length Sizer after:
Roller Inspection Table, Flat Bed System, Vege-Polisher™, Barrel Washer and Lift Roller Sizer. Page 1
PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
General Information (cont.) Product Overview Produce is fed onto a flat section at the infeed end of the machine (spreader tray). It then moves onto the sizer bed which is made up of corrugated channels. The bed vibrates to spread produce across its width. Produce moves into the corrugated channels and moves towards the outfeed. As produce moves forward, a series of adjustable openings allow short produce or pieces to fall through while longer produce bridges the opening and continues on.
How does a Vibrating Length Sizer work?
Produce can be separated into up to four sizes: three through the adjustable openings and the longest size exiting at the outfeed. Opening sizes can be easily changed using adjusters on each side of the machine. Two eccentric vibrating motors shake the sizer at an adjustable speed. Small vibrations are best so produce does not bounce. The bed is mounted on springs to isolate the vibrations.
What are the sizing capabilities?
The adjustable openings can be set anywhere between 10 - 150mm. Produce twice the size of the opening is likely to pass over it, while smaller produce is likely to fall through*. This means you can size out produce up to 300mm. Cross-conveyors beneath the sizing slots to carry away sized produce. If you also run round produce through your processing line, install a bypass conveyor to carry round produce past the Vibrating Length Sizer as needed.
What other equipment might be needed?
For accurate, diameter sizing as well, you can use a Lift Roller Sizer with the Vibrating Length Sizer. If both are used, all produce runs on the Lift Roller Sizer first, then the premium sizes from that would run on one or two Vibrating Length Sizers (one for each premium grade). Lift Roller Sizers have a much bigger capacity and are more expensive, so it is best to use just one, followed by as many Vibrating Length Sizers as you need.
* Produce with a diameter larger than 50mm may not fall through openings as described here, due to the balance point being different. Openings should be adjusted to suit.
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Features & Benefits D
A
E
B
B
F
C
Feature
Benefit
Separates produce into a maximum of four different adjustable sizes
Flexible operation.
A Stainless steel tray
Suitable for various produce runs. Long-lasting. Food safe.
B Coil sprung mounts
Provide efficient vibration.
C Cross conveyors*
Carry sized produce away for further processing or packing.
D Easily adjustable sizing gaps E Built-in spreader tray
Size can be set to suit your needs. Size can be adjusted for each produce run. Distributes produce evenly across the width of the machine, and into the corrugated channels. Easy to set up.
F Fully contained vibration motors
Efficiently spread produce across the width of the bed. Very low maintenance.
Variable speed drives*
Control oscillation and shaking intensity. * Optional
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
Page 3
PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Technical Information There are six standard Vibrating Length Sizer models. Non-standard models can be supplied at extra cost. Model
GLV3009
GLV3012
GLV3015
Throughput (approx.)
7.5 t/hr (16,500 lb/hr)
10 t/hr (22,000 lb/hr)
12.5 t/hr (27,600 lb/hr)
Weight (approx.)
1000 kg (2204 lb)
1210 kg (2668 lb)
1415 kg (3120 lb)
Sizing options
Three sizes (two through the openings and one exiting at outfeed).
Motors
2x fully contained eccentric mass vibration motors, IP66. Size varies depending on model.
Tray angle (approx.)
5°
Speed (approx.)
Up to 1000RPM
Noise level (approx.)
75 dB
Materials
Tray
Stainless steel.
Frame
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Side foldings
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations). Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations).
Model
GLV4009
GLV4012
GLV4015
Throughput (approx.)
7.5 t/hr (16,500 lb/hr)
10 t/hr (22,000 lb/hr)
12.5 t/hr (27,600 lb/hr)
Weight (approx.) Sizing options
Four sizes (three through the openings and one exiting at outfeed).
Motor sizes
2x fully contained eccentric mass vibration motors, IP66. Size varies depending on model.
Tray angle (approx.)
5°
Speed (approx.)
Up to 1000RPM
Noise level (approx.)
75 dB
Materials
Tray
Stainless steel.
Frame
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Side foldings
Mild steel, galvanised and painted.
Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations). Note: Stainless steel is not an option as it could crack with the vibrations).
Optional Extras
Detail
Infeed/outfeed chutes
Provided to suit your needs. Can be set up for minimal produce drop. Stainless steel construction (with rubber lining if needed).
Cross Conveyors
Provided to suit your needs. Carry sized produce to the next stage. Reversible conveyors are available.
Leg frame
Upgrade to 304 stainless steel construction.
Electrical Options - all UL / CE / CSA Compliant (as needed) Voltages: 400 - 415 V / 50 Hz or 220 - 230 V / 60 Hz or 460 V / 60 Hz
Full Electrics
Includes motor isolators (lockable, rotary type, IP66/67). Equipment tested and ready to install.
Equipment is not available with ‘no electrics’ as operation is difficult with no VSDs or with incorrectly set up VSDs.
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
Page 4
PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Site Requirements Site Requirements Level surface
Position machine level on a flat surface.
Floor area
Must be installed with maintenance and cleaning access.
Installation equipment
2t forklift.
Power supply
Three-phase electrical supply is needed.
Health & Safety Considerations • Take care around the entire machine during operation. • Motors can run hot; >65°C. Keep personnel clear.
Automation Information Vibrating Length Sizers are usually controlled as part of the overall line operation. See ‘Line Automation Product Information’ for more details.
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
Page 5
PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Service & Maintenance Information Service & Maintenance Requirements Item Vibrating Length Sizer
Task
How Often?
Clean. Check that machine is level.
Vibrating tray
Check for unusual noises and fix issues if needed.
All fasteners
Check they are secure (daily for the first week).
Springs
Check and replace if needed.
All fasteners
Check they are secure (weekly after the first week).
Geared motor
Lubricate. Inspect and fix any issues if needed. Replace if needed.
Daily
Weekly Half-yearly
Procedure Examples
Size Adjustment
Replace Springs
1. Loosen locknuts. 2. Adjust the threaded rod until the correct size is indicated. 3. Retighten locknuts. 4. Adjust equally on both sides so opening is even.
1. Safely secure the bed so it does not move when the spring is removed. 2 Unbolt the spring mounting plates. 3. Remove the assembly. 4. Replace the assembly. 5. Secure all bolts in place.
Consult | Design | Manufacture | Install | Support
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PI Vibrating Length Sizer EN Date: 27/09/17 Revision: A
Dimensions (approx.) GLV3009
GLV3012
GLV3015
900mm (36”)
1200mm (47”)
1500mm (59”)
B* 1100mm (43”)
1100mm (43”)
1100mm (43”)
C
3000mm (118”)
3000mm (118”)
3000mm (118”)
GLV4009
GLV4012
GLV4015
900mm (36”)
A
A
1200mm (47”)
1500mm (59”)
B* 1150mm (45”)
1150mm (45”)
1150mm (45”)
C
3700mm (146”)
3700mm (146”)
3700mm (146”)
*+/- 120 (adjustable feet) A
C
B
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