Description
I. Machine Appearance
The kumquat packaging machine features a modular stainless steel body design, presenting a sleek and streamlined appearance that meets food-grade hygiene standards. The surface is coated with an antibacterial layer, and the main control panel is equipped with a 10-inch industrial touchscreen for real-time operational data display. The feeding zone utilizes a wave-shaped flexible conveyor belt to cushion impacts during kumquat loading. The sorting area is equipped with a 360°环形 (annular) visual inspection system and top-mounted LED shadowless lighting to ensure sorting accuracy. The packaging module is enclosed in a transparent acrylic protective cover for easy process monitoring. With dimensions of 3.2m (L) × 1.8m (W) × 2.1m (H), the machine occupies only 6 square meters of floor space.
II. Core Specifications
- Capacity: 800–1,000 kg/hour; packaging speed up to 120 boxes/minute
- Sorting Precision: AI vision system detects surface defects as small as 0.3mm; sugar content measurement error ≤ ±0.5°Brix
- Applicable Sizes: Handles kumquats with diameters of 15–35mm; supports weight grading from 5g to 30g per fruit
- Packaging Formats: 250g/box, 500g/box, 1kg/bag; compatible with blister packs, mesh bags, and paper trays
- Energy Consumption: Total power 12 kW; energy-saving mode reduces consumption by 40%
- Air Supply Requirements: 0.6MPa clean compressed air; air consumption 0.3m³/min
III. Working Principle and Process
- Gentle Feeding
- Kumquats are evenly dispersed via a spiral vibration tray and transported via a vacuum suction conveyor belt to prevent mechanical compression.
- Intelligent Sorting
- Multispectral cameras (400–1700nm wavelength) scan surface color and blemishes, while near-infrared sensors measure internal sugar content and detect hollow fruits.
- Dynamic Weighing
- High-precision electronic scales (±0.1g accuracy) grade fruits by preset weights, with defective units ejected via pneumatic nozzles.
- Damage-Free Handling
- Bionic silicone suction cups (contact pressure ≤1.5N) grip kumquats, and a six-axis robotic arm places them into packaging boxes at 0.5-second intervals.
- Packaging and Sealing
- A temperature-controlled heat-sealing system (80–150℃) ensures airtight packaging, while a QR code printer generates traceability labels.
- Automated Stacking
- Finished products are transported by AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) carts to a smart storage system, achieving stacking precision with ≤±1mm error.
IV. Key Advantages
- Zero-Damage Handling
- Gentle vibration tray + vacuum suction technology reduces fruit damage rate to <0.2%, cutting losses by 90% compared to manual sorting.
- AI-Driven Precision
- Deep learning algorithms optimize sorting strategies in real time, achieving ≥98% accuracy in sugar content grading.
- Rapid Adaptability
- Modular design allows packaging format changes in 20 minutes, compatible with kumquats, calamondins, and other small citrus fruits.
- Eco-Friendly Design
- Heat recovery system repurposes residual sealing heat for preheating, reducing annual carbon emissions by 12 tons.
- Full Traceability
- Each package includes a unique ID code logging 40+ data points (e.g., farm origin, harvest time, sugar content), compliant with GLOBALG.A.P certification standards.
V. Applications
- Fresh Fruit Markets: Premium gift box packaging for high-end supermarkets, enabling value-added graded sales.
- E-Commerce Direct Supply: Automated 250g small packaging for “same-day delivery” in community group purchases.
- Processing Facilities: Precise selection of high-sugar fruits for preserves, minimizing raw material waste.
- Export Trade: Compliant with EU EC 852/2004 food contact material standards, resistant to shipping vibrations and humidity fluctuations.
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