Maclab had identified improvements required to processes on their Slurry Freezing Line. Their main challenge was they had engaged companies in the past that hadn’t quite hit the mark when it came to execution.
Maclab required an automated machine to apply parchment sheets to their existing trays. The sheet needed to be drawn out, cut to length and laid accurately in the tray to ensure their valuable product was retained within the one-piece sheet.
Adding to the scope was delivering controllable spacing of filled trays through their blast freezer. This was to maximise the freezer’s efficiency and eliminate the mussel slurry from spilling out of the tray.
We developed a T117 Sheet Dispenser for Maclab. The T117 was designed to use existing rolls of film (which had proved challenging to dispense in the past). An operator loads the rolls into the machine. The machine has a servo-controlled draw system that accurately measures the length of the film; a flying knife cuts the film; grippers help to lay the cut film accurately into a waiting tray. The tray is conveyed out of the machine, and a new empty tray is conveyed in and placed into the sheeting position.
The sheeted tray is conveyed through a filling machine, where the mussel slurry is added to the tray. The tray is conveyed to the infeed of the freezer, where our T113 Indexer feeds the trays into the freezer. Maclab wanted the ability to control the speed of the trays through the freezer as well as the gap between the trays. We engineered a servo-controlled pusher that worked with an encoder that we retrofitted to the existing freezer conveyor. Linking the servo pusher and encoder through the new HMI that we installed gave the Maclab team all the control they needed to achieve the project deliverables.
The project was a success for Maclab and us. For us, designing two bespoke items for our customer, and for Maclab, they now have a system that allows them to obtain the output and product quality they require.
RML have an amazing team of people. They were easy to work with and were happy to assist with any problems we encountered during the design and commissioning process.
We’ve been so impressed by the level of service and quality of machinery that RML have built for us. With such an efficient machine, we’ve had no problem keeping up with production times and demands.
Working with RML on an innovative solution was straightforward. Their in-house expertise in all aspects of the design and build added value to the project delivery process and made some tough challenges easier to overcome.
Our experience working with RML has been positive. We feel we received value for our investment.
The machine provided by RML has to date, resulted in consistent high-quality product for SNPshot Technologies and guaranteed production costs.
We saw a 30% increase in line speed and output as a result of the RML equipment
The trust and reliance that has grown from this project has us achieving numnbers we previously did not think would be possible. We will be searching for opportunities to collaborate with RML in future.
Our integrated, advanced operation ensures the best quality cream cheese is produced consistently.
It was an opportunity to increase the packing line automation, with labour savings offsetting the capital costs.
RML worked with us to understand our requirements and designed a solution to suit our needs. RML delivered an automated system to service two moulding machines producing the Gallagher Ring Top Posts.
We set RML a challenge, design and build a new butter packing machine for a challenging application. RML produced a smart and effective solution that exceeded our expectations.
Ongoing service and support is important to us. RML knew this and I am pleased to say we are not disappointed. I have and will continue to recommend RML to others in our industry based on our experience
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