Tower system
Independent operation of sorting and packaging processes
An automated warehouse provides a stock area between the egg grading and packing processes. This configuration allows fully independent operation of the egg grading process and the packing process, leading to more accurate and efficient production.
Features
Grading process
It is compatible with egg graders of various throughputs.
・40,000 eggs/hr.
・60,000 eggs/hr.
・80,000 eggs/hr.
・120,000 eggs/hr.
Automated warehouse
Eight layers of stacked trays transported into the warehouse by crane.
The temperature in the warehouse is controlled by air conditioners to maintain egg quality.
Packaging process
Eight layers of stacked trays are destacked into single layers and packed by the repacker.
Improvement of warehousing screen operability
Information about eggs that enter the gate is now easier to understand. Even while the machine is in operation, warehousing settings can be changed on a gate-by-gate basis.
There is no need to stop the entire machine to change settings.
We also added a function to automatically count the number of trays to be re-warehoused. There is no longer any need to manually count or set the number of trays.
Utilization advantages
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The sorting process can be scheduled for completion in the morning and the packaging process to be started in the afternoon. Production can be adjusted for efficiency according to the situation.
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Stock in the automated warehouse is indicated on the dedicated monitor. With stock-checking possible in real time, production can be adjusted according to schedule.
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By storing sorted eggs in the automated warehouse, you can respond to orders in a flexible manner, such as on bargain days and for priority shipments.
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Egg size and number are specified in the system for retrieval from the warehouse, potentially leading to a reduction in packing errors by operators and similar issues.
Layout
Pattern A
Pattern B
Double crane
With two cranes separately working on the warehousing and retrieval processes that are usually handled by one crane, the productivity of the automatic warehouse is improved.