Product Description
Introduction to the Plum Pitting Machine
A plum pitting machine is a specialized device used to remove pits from plums with high efficiency and precision. It is an essential piece of equipment in the fruit processing industry, particularly for businesses producing canned plums, dried plums, plum-based jams, and juices. The machine automates the pitting process, ensuring consistent quality while maintaining the fruit's structural integrity. By significantly reducing manual labor, it enhances productivity and lowers operational costs.Plum pitting machines are versatile and can often handle a range of stone fruits, including cherries, peaches, and apricots, making them valuable for multi-fruit processing facilities. Available in manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic models, these machines cater to various production scales.
Function of the Plum Pitting Machine
The plum pitting machine performs several critical functions that streamline the pitting process while preserving fruit quality:
1. Fruit Feeding
Fruits are fed into the machine manually or via an automated conveyor. Advanced models include sorting mechanisms to ensure proper alignment for accurate pitting.
2. Positioning
The machine holds the plum securely in place, aligning it for the pitting process. Proper positioning is crucial to avoid damage to the fruit.
3. Pitting
A needle, blade, or punch removes the pit by piercing the fruit and ejecting the pit through a controlled mechanism. This ensures the pit is removed cleanly while leaving the flesh intact.
4. Pit Collection
Removed pits are collected in a separate compartment or discharged through a conveyor for disposal or further processing.
5. Fruit Discharge
The de-pitted plums are discharged into a collection tray or onto a conveyor belt for subsequent processes such as slicing, drying, or packaging.
6. Adjustable Settings
Modern machines allow adjustments to accommodate different fruit sizes, ensuring versatility and precision for various plum varieties.
Structural Features of the Plum Pitting Machine
The design and construction of a plum pitting machine directly impact its efficiency, durability, and ease of use. Here are the key structural features:
1. Feeding System
Includes a hopper or conveyor belt to feed plums into the machine at a consistent rate, ensuring smooth and continuous operation.
2. Positioning Mechanism
Uses molds, clamps, or rollers to position plums for accurate pitting. This system is designed to minimize damage to the fruit during processing.
3. Pitting Needle or Blade
The core component that pierces the fruit to remove the pit. It is typically made of durable, food-grade stainless steel for precision and longevity.
4. Pit Ejection System
A dedicated mechanism for collecting and removing pits, preventing contamination of the processed fruit.
5. Fruit Output System
A discharge tray or conveyor belt transports the de-pitted plums to the next stage of processing.
6. Frame and Housing
Constructed from stainless steel or other durable materials, ensuring hygiene, corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning.
7. Control Panel
Provides operators with settings for speed, size adjustments, and other parameters to optimize the machine's performance.
8. Safety Features
Includes emergency stop buttons, overload protection, and shields to protect operators from moving parts.
Parameter table
Model |
ATOLQH-190 |
ATOLQH-500 |
Capacity |
58800pcs/h(diameter 20-30mm) 33600pcs/h (diameter 30-40mm) 16800pcs/h(diameter 40-50mm) |
37800pcs/h (diameter 30-40mm) |
Nucleation rate |
100% |
100% |
Motor power |
2.2kw |
1.5kw |
Voltage |
380V/50HZ |
380V /50HZ |
Weight |
480kg |
400kg |
size |
2300*1280*1220mm |
2000*900*1230mm |
How to Choose a Suitable Fruit Core Remover?
Choosing the right fruit core remover is essential for ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Here are the factors to consider:
1. Type of Fruit
Identify the primary fruit you need to process. Machines designed for specific fruits (e.g., plums, cherries, or olives) ensure better accuracy and performance.
2. Production Scale
Small-Scale Operations: Choose manual or semi-automatic machines for low-volume production.
Medium-Scale Operations: Opt for semi-automatic machines that balance cost and efficiency.
Large-Scale Operations: Invest in fully automatic machines for high-volume production.
3. Fruit Size and Variety
Ensure the machine can accommodate different sizes and varieties of the fruit. Look for adjustable molds and settings to handle varying fruit dimensions.
4. Material and Build Quality
Select machines made from food-grade stainless steel for hygiene, durability, and easy cleaning.
5. Automation Level
Decide between manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic models based on labor availability and operational needs.
Packaging & Shipping
Our Delivery Process
Our company ensures a smooth and efficient delivery process for your plum pitting machine, from order placement to installation:
1. Order Confirmation
Once the order is placed, we confirm the product specifications, quantity, and delivery address. Any customization requests are finalized at this stage.
2. Production and Quality Control
The machine is manufactured to your specifications. Each unit undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure it meets our high standards.
3. Secure Packaging
The machine is securely packaged using protective materials like bubble wrap, foam, and wooden crates to prevent damage during transit.
4. Shipping
We coordinate with reliable logistics providers to ship your order via air, sea, or land, depending on your location and preferences. Tracking information is provided for transparency.
5. Customs Clearance
For international orders, our team handles customs documentation and clearance to avoid delays.
6. Delivery
The machine is delivered to your specified location. For large-scale equipment, on-site setup and installation support are available.
7. After-Sales Support
We provide comprehensive after-sales support, including operational training, troubleshooting, and spare parts availability.
After Sales Service
Our company offers a comprehensive after-sales service package to ensure that your bean sprout machine continues to run smoothly and efficiently for years to come:
1.Installation and setup: We provide professional installation and setup for all machines, ensuring everything is configured correctly and ready to go.
2.Training and support: Our team provides training to operators to ensure they understand how to use the machine effectively and safely. We also provide user manuals, troubleshooting guides and ongoing support via phone or email.
3.Warranty: All of our bean sprout machines come with a warranty period, during which we provide free repairs and replacements for any manufacturing defects.
4.Technical support: We provide 24/7 technical support to assist you with any operating issues or queries related to machine performance.
Company Profile
FAQ
Q1: Are you a trading company or a manufactory?
A1: We are a manufactory, we supply the factory price with good quality, welcome to visit !
Q2: What's your guarantee or the warranty of the quality if we buy your machines?
A2: We offer you high quality machines with 1 year guarantee and supply life-long technical support.
Q3: When can I get my machine after I paid?
A3: The delivet time is based on the exact machine you confirmed.
Q4: How do you work your after sales service?
A4: Normal machine is properly adjusted before dispatch. You will be able to use the mchines immediately. And You will be able to get free training advice towards our machine in our factory. You will also get free suggestion and consultation, technical support and service by email/ fax/ tel and lifetime technical support.
Q5: How about the spare parts?
A5: After we deal down all the things, we will offer you a spare parts list for your reference.