Maurice Nieuwenhuijse, Diederick Kloppenburg, Wim de Rijder, Jaap Nieuwenhuijse, Jan van de Wolfshaar, Alain de Puydt
During the demonstration visitors were able to discuss the machine and it's possibilities in a relaxed atmosphere. On behalf of Tomra Alain de Puydt and Jan van de Wolfhaar explained how the machine works and its developments. Onion processors were also able to share their experiences. For OTA the afternoon was a good opportunity to discuss the technology. In this way an extra piece of information and service in the area of onions could be provided.
"We see this sorting machine as a pre sorter in the entire onion sorting process," says Wim de Rijder, as it is important to remove the stone, clumps and foreign materials (such as: glass, plastic, metal, foliage, rubber etc) from the sorting process at an early stage, this prevents damage to the onions, but also to the entire installation.
Alain de Puydt talks about the sorter: "The Tomra machine is mainly suited for pre sorting. With a high capacity of 70 tonnes per hour depending on the chosen width, in which stones, clumps and foreign materials are removed from the flow. However, the machine defines itself in the market by being able to sort out non organic materials such as glass, plastic, metal, rubber, etc. The integrated Modesta system is essential to this.
During the demonstration, onion processors were asked if it was also possible to sort the soil and small onions from 35-55mm, after a number of boxes had achieved extremely positive results after they had been through the machine. Another question from the onion sector was whether we can take rotten onions out, tests show positive results for this too, but we want to look at what guarantees we can provide first so that we don't arouse false expectations.
During the demonstration, onion processors were asked if it was also possible to sort the soil and small onions from 35-55mm, after a number of boxes had achieved extremely positive results after they had been through the machine. Another question from the onion sector was whether we can take rotten onions out, tests show positive results for this too, but we want to look at what guarantees we can provide first so that we don't arouse false expectations.
The integration of this onion pre-sorting machine will be taken care of globally by members of Onion Tech Alliance in close collaboration with Tomra sorting solutions.
"We are very satisfied with the attendance," says Wim de Rijder. "This is a good time for us to talk to the sector. As OTA we always want to be on top of the questions and needs in the market. Testing and following these machines certainly contribute to this."
For more information:
wim@qreenno.com
www.oniontechalliance.com/nl/
"We are very satisfied with the attendance," says Wim de Rijder. "This is a good time for us to talk to the sector. As OTA we always want to be on top of the questions and needs in the market. Testing and following these machines certainly contribute to this."
For more information:
wim@qreenno.com
www.oniontechalliance.com/nl/