Pneumatic 2-Lane Automatic Product Orienting Into Single Lane

Benchmark's Pneumatic Product Merger accepts 2 lanes of product and merges them into one lane using a pneumatically-actuated Product Merger. A programmable controller is utilized to alternately stop product in one lane while the adjacent lane passes through. Sensors are mounted at each product stop to ensure the product has cleared before the stop extends down, which adjusts the cycle rate for applications where a single lane has a higher percentage of product. A static plow directs out-of-phase products into a single lane.

For automated product loading into horizontal wrappers or cartoners, InFlight automatic infeeds are employed. Custom automatic infeeds are designed to meet specific product specifications, enhancing performance, reliability, and productivity. Additionally, automatic cartoner infeeds handle backlogged products efficiently.

We offer comprehensive turnkey distribution systems suitable for baked goods, bars, cookies, crackers, and frozen foods. Our systems include automatic slug loading for thin, consistently shaped products and versatile automatic tray loaders for various tray sizes to ensure high-speed operations. Orienting devices ensure accurate product positioning, while our variety of conveyor options—belt, chain, vibratory, inverting, and ergonomic stepped packing table conveyors—provide flexibility in handling different products. Contact Benchmark for more information.