What is can and jar handling?

Can and jar handling is the automated part in a production process, from the filling machine to the packaging machine. In this case, cand and jar handling refers to the efficient filling of baskets, after which the product carriers are transported in and out of a batch retort with a shuttle. Thanks to the integration of a linear sweep solution, high outputs of 1,200 products per minute can be achieved.

How does can and jar handling work?

A can and jar handling system typically consists of a loader/unloader, conveyor belts and a shuttle for the transport of baskets into the batch retort. How it works? Cans or jars arrive onto a formation belt and positioned to form a nested layer. Each layer is separated from the product supply and swept towards the basket. Layers are lifted into the basket by a lift unit. A pick and place unit places a layer pad between each layer in the basket. Full baskets are placed onto a shuttle and moved in and out of the batch retort. The unloading of the baskets is the samen process in reversd.

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If you use cans or jars, handling based on linear motion with magnetic or sweep solutions may well be the best option. A linear system typically consists of a loader/unloader, conveyor belts and a shuttle for the transport of stacks into the steriliser. You can expand your canned food production line with a basking turning unit to efficiently dispose of products left behind. Or a de-water unit (tilt-angle up to 80 degrees) to remove excessive water left behind on the sterilised products.

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With linear handling you generally achieve higher speeds

than with robot handling. The system delivers a very high output – up to 1,200 units per minute.

How it works?

We pick up your cans or jars directly from the filler. Then position them to form a nested layer. Each layer is separated from the product supply and swept to the basket. A lift unit lifts the layers into the basket. The standard capacity for baskets is up to 9 layers per minute.