Bosch Packaging Technology Transver SDP product distribution system

Bosch Packaging Technology has introduced the Transver SDP product distribution system for companies seeking to automate their packaging lines.

The system features a modular depositing pullnose station designed for fully automated format changeovers and simple adjustment to product-specific characteristics. In addition, the station’s modular design allows easy maintenance and cleaning.

The non-contact belt system operates without side guides ensuring good product quality, even for sticky and fragile food products such as cereal bars, muffins, soft biscuits, cupcakes, chocolates and irregularly shaped baked goods. The system can be easily integrated upstream into existing packaging lines.

Its easy-to-clean stainless steel frame was designed to withstand cleaning solvents and processes. In addition, double wing doors allow full access. Other hygienic elements include the hybrid signal and power cables to minimise wiring and speed up equipment installation.

According to the company, the Transver SDP offers a fast automatic changeover in less than 5 s by simply switching the software recipes. The design also enables belt changes in as little as 10 min.

The functionality of the system ensures gentle product handling. The depositing pullnose first moves downwards to separate an individual row of products before it discharges the products onto the cross-feeding belt by pulling backwards.

The full-servo motion profile allows an optimum adjustment of the movements according to product-specific parameters and production speed. The cross-feeding belt finally transports the product into the wrapper.

Optional belts are available to eliminate gaps. The system is available with an optional re-feed belt to buffer product overflow, which increases OEE.