Eriez vibratory feeding equipment

Eriez vibratory feeding equipment efficiently moves and meters a variety of virgin and processed nuts of any size or shape.

The vibratory feeders are suitable for several applications in the nut industry, particularly when it comes to metering nuts at controlled rates into the next process in the production line.

The feeders specified for nut processing are designed to comply with strict guidelines set forth by Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and sanitation requirements.

They are commonly used to meter nuts into downstream processing equipment. The vibratory feeder acts as the bulk metering device to provide the nuts at a controllable, easily adjusted rate. Feeders are also used to sprinkle salt, sugar or other seasonings during nut processing. Eriez electromagnetic feeders are offered in various models and designs to meet specific application requirements.

Eriez HD (High Deflection) Vibratory Feeders combine the higher tray deflection, lower frequency advantages of mechanical feeders with the trouble-free service and adjustability of electromagnetic feeders. When screening is required to remove undersize material such as excess salt or oversize materials such as agglomerated coated nuts, the higher tray deflection of HD models is suitable. HD Feeders are commonly used in nut processing applications when gentle feeding is critical. Softer nuts, such as walnuts, can be handled by this model.

Eriez HS (High Speed) Vibratory Feeders are specifically designed for fast feed rates and offer fast start-up and shutdown, making this model suitable for nut packaging applications. They are suitable for use in conjunction with weigh scale and packaging machines. The compact and functional units can be installed easily in small spaces.

Eriez Model C Feeders feed and control material flows ranging from a kg per minute to many tons per hour. These units have no rotating parts to wear out and feature AC-operated, electromagnetic drives which consume up to 60% less energy than competitive DC drives.

One of the primary benefits of vibratory feeders in the nut processing industry is the simple and clean construction of the feeder tray. The trays are designed to be easily and quickly wiped down or washed out for product changeover or sanitation protocols.