K 850 continuous centrifuge drying line
In-line centrifuge drying of lettuce, vegetables, fruits and more
The K 850 drying system represents the ideal solution for drying a diverse array of lettuce and vegetable products in a continuous, in-line process. Excelling in the drying of sliced fruit, vegetables, lettuce, mushrooms, and herbs, the K 850 is particularly well-suited for use in high care, fresh-cut food production environments. Building on the success of its predecessor, the K 650, the K 850 offers enhanced hourly throughput while maintaining the same high standards of quality results and ease of use.
The system allows for customisation of spinning times and speeds based on the consistency, shape, and size of the product, as well as the desired level of dryness. These adjustments can be made easily via a touchscreen and stored in the system’s programmes. Certain parameters, such as the speed of the buffer and outfeed conveyors, are automated based on the cycle time and rotational speed. This feature simplifies system setup and operation. An optional volume control feature is available to optimise the quantity of product feed, thereby impacting both capacity and drying effectiveness. Additionally, the system automatically enters an energy-saving mode when no product is being processed.
Method of operation
Following the washing stage, the product is gathered on a buffer conveyor and transferred to the centrifuge unit for drying. This arrangement allows your washing process to proceed uninterrupted while efficiently managing the flow of product into the centrifuge. Depending on the type and quantity of the product, various programs can be selected to ensure an effective, gentle, and brief drying cycle. After the drying cycle, the centrifuge’s rotational speed decreases, and an air ejection unit carefully discharges the product onto an outfeed conveyor.
This outfeed conveyor regulates the flow and conveys the dry product to subsequent stages, such as weighing and packing.
The K 850 drying system is an excellent complement to KRONEN GEWA washing machines. It can be seamlessly integrated into any other systems that necessitate a continuous, user-friendly drying process, requiring minimal personnel involvement.
Technical data
- Electrical power 17 kW
- Voltage 3×400 V N/P
- Frequency 50 Hz
- Air pressure 5-6 bar
- Dimensions LxWxH angled: 8000 x 6500 x 3400 mm
- straight: 11000 x 3300 x 3400 mm
- Weight 850 kg
- Infeed/loading height 750 mm
- Outfeed/discharge height 1,300 mm
- Batch size approx. 50 kg – subject to product BD
- Spin speed max. 660 rpm
- Spin time 5–30 sec.
- Total cycle 35–60 sec.
- Total volume 200 l
The data above is for the current standard configuration and is subject to change.
