Stop Bottlenecks, Start Flowing: The Power of a Rotary Packing Table
How Does the Rotary Table Work? A Detailed Look
- Product Infeed: Finished products (bags, bottles, or boxes) are discharged from the upstream machine (e.g., a VFFS machine or a checkweigher) directly onto the rotating stainless steel tabletop.
- Accumulation & Buffering: As the table rotates at a controlled speed, it collects a large number of products, creating a buffer. If a downstream process (like manual case packing) experiences a brief delay, the table continues to collect products, preventing a line-wide shutdown.
- Guided Sorting (Optional): A fixed “spoiler” or guide arm is positioned over the table. As products rotate, this arm gently directs them towards the outer edge of the turntable, presenting them in an organized manner for the operator.
- Manual or Automated Off-take: Operators can then easily pick the organized products from the edge of the table for secondary packaging. In more advanced applications, the table can be used to feed products into another automated process, such as a case packer or labeling machine.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
Core Product Features
- High-Quality SUS304 Stainless Steel: The entire frame and tabletop are constructed from food-grade stainless steel, making it corrosion-resistant, durable, and ideal for hygienic environments.
- Variable Speed Control: An intuitive frequency inverter allows for precise speed adjustments, enabling you to perfectly match the speed of your production line and product type.
- Operator Safety Design: The concave, “no-pinch” tabletop design ensures there are no trap points between the rotating surface and the stationary frame, protecting operators during use.
- Compact, Space-Saving Footprint: The circular design provides a large accumulation area within a minimal footprint, making it ideal for optimizing floor space in crowded production facilities.
- Low Maintenance Operation: With only one primary moving part and high-quality components, our turntables are exceptionally reliable and require minimal routine maintenance, reducing your total cost of ownership.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Frame & Top Material | SUS304 Food-grade Stainless Steel (SUS316 optional) |
Standard Diameters | Ø1000mm, Ø1200mm, Ø1500mm (Customizable from 600mm to 2000mm) |
Standard Height | 835mm (Customizable to match your line height) |
Surface Design | Concave, Smooth, No-pinch |
Speed Control | Variable speed via frequency inverter (0-10 RPM typical) |
Motor Power | 0.25kW – 0.75kW (depending on size and load) |
Power Supply | Single-phase 220V or Three-phase 380V, 50/60Hz |
Load Capacity | Standard: 50kg (Customizable for heavier loads) |
Customer Case Study: Snack Food Manufacturer Boosts Efficiency
- The Challenge: After installing a new, high-speed VFFS bagger, the client found that their manual packing station couldn’t keep up. Bags would pile up and fall on the floor, causing product damage and forcing them to run the new bagger at only 60% of its capacity. The bottleneck was erasing their investment.
- The Solution: Fill-Package installed a Ø1500mm Rotary Packing Table at the exit of the VFFS machine. The table was synchronized with the bagger’s speed and included a guide arm to direct bags to the outer edge.
- The Result: The turntable provided a sufficient buffer, allowing two packers to comfortably manage the bagger’s full output. This simple addition led to a 40% increase in overall line throughput, a 90% reduction in product damage from falling, and a more organized, less stressful work environment for the staff. The investment paid for itself in under six months.
Why Choose Our Industrial Lazy Susan Turntable?
Enhanced Production Efficiency:
Reduces bottlenecks, allowing continuous product flow and higher throughput.Space Optimization:
Circular design ensures minimal footprint, optimizing your production space layout.Superior Product Safety:
Gentle handling protects fragile or sensitive products, minimizing damage rates.Customization Options:
Tailored diameter, height, speed settings, and more, matching your specific industrial needs.
Absolutely. Customization is one of our core strengths. We can manufacture the table to any diameter between 600mm and 2000mm and adjust the height to perfectly match the discharge height of your existing equipment, ensuring a smooth, level transfer.
Yes. Our standard model uses SUS304 stainless steel and is designed for easy cleaning. For environments requiring high-pressure washdowns, we offer a fully sealed, IP65-rated motor and control box, along with an SUS316 stainless steel frame for maximum corrosion resistance.
Maintenance is minimal. We recommend a monthly check of the gearbox oil level and a periodic inspection of the motor and electrical connections. The robust design and high-quality components ensure years of reliable service with very little upkeep.
Yes. Every table comes equipped with a variable frequency drive (VFD). This allows operators to easily adjust the rotation speed with a simple dial, enabling them to find the perfect speed to match product flow and operator pace.
It creates a more organized and predictable workspace. Instead of reaching and bending to collect products from a pile, operators can stand in one place as the products are delivered to them at a comfortable height. The no-pinch design also eliminates a common industrial hazard, ensuring a safer environment.
Lead times can vary based on the level of customization. For standard sizes (1000mm, 1200mm), the lead time is typically 2-3 weeks. For highly customized dimensions or features, it may be 4-5 weeks. Contact us with your requirements for a precise quote and delivery schedule.
Yes, the direction of rotation (clockwise or counter-clockwise) can be easily configured based on your production line layout and workflow requirements.
We offer several options, including custom guide arms (spoilers), adjustable side rails for taller products, casters for mobility, and integration with upstream and downstream machine controls for automatic start/stop functionality.
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