Disinfection, Preparing, Cutting, Washing, Drying, Mixing, Conveying, Packaging

Processing and packaging line for lettuce and
vegetables

This semi-automatic complete system offers more efficiency, gentle processing and high product quality when cutting, washing, drying and packaging lettuce and vegetables. It is ideal for the start of operations and can also be gradually extended over time. What’s more, its high-quality elements can additionally be used as stand-alone machines.

up to 600 kg/hMax. capacity
KRONEN processing and packaging line for salad and vegetables up to 1,000 kg/h: semi-automatic complete line for the cutting, washing, drying, weighing and packing of salad and vegetables
Trimming table for 4 people
At the trimming station, four people can prepare the products for further processing.

The trimming table for four people makes it easier to prepare products for further processing steps. Salad leaves, fruit and vegetables can be trimmed or segmented in a user-friendly manner.

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GS 10-2 belt cutting machine

Used in thousands of applications and successful worldwide, this multifunctional machine cuts almost all food products – including salad leaves, fruit and vegetables, of course – effectively, precisely and gently.

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PLUS inclined conveyor belt
The PLUS conveyor belt from KRONEN is optimized with regard to cleaning and hygiene and can be individually adapted

Note: The photo shows the standard version of the PLUS inclined conveyor belt.

The PLUS conveyor belt is optimized in terms of cleaning and hygiene. It is available with a flexible design, for example with and without cleats and with different lengths, widths, heights and inclination angles. It ensures a continuous process and a higher level of automation in production.

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HEWA 2600 with vibration outfeed
The washing machine HEWA 2600 from KRONEN for the effective, gentle and economic washing of cut and whole products (salad, vegetables, herbs, fruit etc.) up to 600 kg/h.

This universal washing machine is optimized in terms of both hygiene and cleaning and is ideal for the continuous pre-washing, washing, disinfection and treatment of products such as salad leaves, vegetables, herbs and fruit.

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HEWA 3800 with vibration outfeed and optional measuring and dosing system

This universal washing machine is optimized in terms of both hygiene and cleaning and is ideal for the continuous pre-washing, washing, disinfection and treatment of products such as salad leaves, vegetables, herbs and fruit – both cut and whole.

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KS-100 PLUS lettuce and vegetable spin-dryer with a basket carousel

As the top model among KRONEN’s vegetable and lettuce spin-dryers, the KS-100 PLUS offers an ergonomic design, a counter-rotating centrifuge cycle and 99 program memory locations for the efficient drying of salad leaves, fruit, vegetables and much more.

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FLEX M packaging machine
FLEX M+ packaging machine for packing salad, vegetables, fruit and non-food products in pillow bags (further bags available as options).

The FLEX M packaging machine is ideal for packaging pourable food products in bags of various sizes (max. width 350 mm). It is characterized by its increased capacity, standard film cover and ergonomic film roll holder.

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Your benefits

  • Semi-automatic processing for more efficiency in production – optional additions enable the line to be gradually extended over time
  • Integrated high-quality solutions that can also be used as stand-alone machines, for example the GS 10-2, HEWA 3800 and KS-100 PLUS
  • Gentle processing and high product quality – suitable for flexible use for different products
  • Simple operation with no complex overall control and with a low personnel requirement
  • Efficient packaging with the integrated packaging solution from GKS Packaging
  • Available as a SMART version: communication of the machines for a consistent product flow

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For cutting, washing, drying and packaging up to 600 kg of product per hour

The semi-automatic processing and packaging line combines a multitude of KRONEN machines with a packaging solution from the KRONEN partner GKS Packaging.  This setup is ideal for the start of line production activities and can be gradually extended with corresponding additions to expand production or to increase capacity gradually where needed.

Professional preparation of food products at the trimming table, precise and continuous cutting with the GS 10-2 and gentle yet effective washing and spin-drying all produce outstanding end results.

The system is above all ideal for processing cut salad leaves but is also suitable for cabbage, carrots and other vegetables that require washing after being cut. The respective capacity depends on the product and the packaging size.

The following machines and solutions are integrated into the processing line:

  1. Preparation: Trimming table for 4 people
  2. Cutting: GS 10-2 belt cutting machine, optionally with an wide range of various knives
  3. Conveying: PLUS inclined conveyor belt 
  4. Pre-washing: HEWA 2600 HELICAL washing machine with vibration outfeed
  5. Washing: HEWA 3800 HELICAL washing machine with vibration outfeed and an optional measuring and dosing system or UVC water reactor
  6. Drying: KS-100 PLUS lettuce and vegetable spin-dryers  with a basket carousel
  7. Packaging: FLEX M GKS packaging machine , in which the bags can optionally be treated via a connection for gas flushing (MAP) and printed

After the washing process, the product is discharged into the spin baskets on a basket carousel. An operator then places the filled baskets in the spin-dryer one at a time. The line is ideal for packaging bags measuring up to 350 mm wide. Before packaging, the operator weighs out the right amount of the product manually.

Flexible variations of or additions to the processing line:

  • If a second product is fed into the HEWA washing machine via a second cutting machine or a second belt, for example different types of lettuce, the products are mixed simultaneously by the HELICAL washing system during the washing process.
  • If necessary, the arrangement of the machines and the accessories can be changed in such a way that products that are to be washed first and then cut can also be processed.
  • One or two additional centrifuges can be used to increase the capacity depending on the size of the packaging bags.
  • The system can alternatively also be fitted with a semi-automatic or fully automatic weighing system.

Please note: The video below shows an alternative processing line.

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Processing line for salad and vegetable: for up to 1000 kg per hour
The video shows an alternative processing line for lettuce: up to 1,000 kg per hour

Benefits

KRONEN supplies automatic and semi-automatic processing lines – for different capacities and a continual, effective processing process

Continuous and gentle processing of high capacities

The production line handles lettuce and leafy vegetables in a continuous process and therefore requires only a small number of personnel. The communication between the SMART-version machines and the visual displays for the machine operators facilitates a reliable, constant and uninterrupted production flow. This in turn ensures high processing capacities and maximum efficiency and quality in production.

Cutting machines, washing machines and drying system from KRONEN are optimized for use in processing lines

Automatic, hygienic and flexible processing

The KRONEN cutting, washing and drying machines are also designed for frequent product or recipe changes during a production shift. The belt cutting machines guarantee quick knife replacement. The washing machines fully empty in a very short time. The drums of the large centrifuges are blown dry during emptying. The hygienic design of the KRONEN machines allows all areas to be easily accessed and makes the machines easy to clean. User-friendly operation and the safety of operating personnel are guaranteed.

KRONEN offers a high degree of consultation and planning expertise and develops customized solutions for a wide range of different applications – complete processing lines from a single source

Complete solutions from a single source

KRONEN is a reliable partner, even when it comes to implementing automated processing lines. With a high level of planning and consulting expertise, the company implements the right solution for every customer requirement. KRONEN offers complete lines from a single source and integrates suitable machines from partners as required. 

Made-to-measure solutions


Accessories

KRONEN SMART Factory, SMART Machines: In future, wherever production managers, technicians or foremen might be, they can check the production status of the machine or line on a laptop or mobile end device at any time
SMART Solutions for intelligent, networked production

KRONEN uses its SMART option to provide communication-enabled machines and processing lines. Wherever production managers, technicians or foremen might be, they can use these solutions to check the production status of a machine or line on their laptop or mobile device at any time. The collected data can be used to make production processes even more transparent and efficient, for example with regard to productivity, flexibility, quality and safety. Do you have special requirements? We can develop an individual, tailor-made solution for you.

SMART Solutions

up to 600 kg/h
Capacity
Semi-automatic
Wet disinfection
Batch
Loading type

The capacity depends on factors such as the product.

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