Key Technology Introduces High-Capacity Vibratory Conveyors for Advanced Food Handling Applications

Key Technology, a member of Duravant’s Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, has introduced high-capacity vibratory conveyors for advanced food handling applications. Conveying up to 100,000 lbs. of product an hour and available in widths more than 10 feet, Key’s Iso-Flo, Impulse, Zephyr and Marathon vibratory conveyors can be engineered for grading, aligning, distributing and other specialized food handling functions.

“As demand for processed foods continues to grow, processors are looking to maximize production capacity on existing lines and install new lines capable of higher-than-ever throughputs,” said Jack Lee, Duravant group president, food sorting and handling solutions. “Key’s high-capacity conveyors support these objectives while helping processors streamline their operations, reduce labor and maximize profits. Our deep expertise in natural frequency, electromagnetic and horizontal-motion food conveying makes Key Technology uniquely positioned to design and build these high-capacity systems. They require a sophisticated understanding of how various foods need to be conveyed and the ability to customize each conveyor around the application requirements — not just any equipment manufacturer can do this.”

These high-capacity vibratory conveyors are ideal for fruits, vegetables, potato strips, potato chips, nuts, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, confections, snacks, bakery products, cereals, grains and more, said the company. Key customizes the tune and stroke of each vibratory system to match the needs of the application so conveying performance is optimized.

Key’s specialized conveyor designs help facilitate more sophisticated functions even at high capacities, including grading, removing fines, dewatering, distributing and spreading product for sorters and other downstream equipment, said the company. The conveyor spring arms can be positioned either on the sides of the bed or underneath it. Drives can be positioned outside, inside or close to the center of the frame. The design and rigidity of the frame is also customized depending on the application. Each conveyor can be installed in a variety of different ways — suspended from overhead, supported from the floor or mounted to other machinery.

Iso-Flo, Impulse, Zephyr and Marathon conveyors are backed by Key’s warranty, which ensures equipment reliability and reduces the processor’s total cost of ownership, said the company.