For fruit and vegetable pre-processing manufacturers, the lemon grading machine is the "gatekeeper" of the entire production line. Before lemons are sliced, juiced, or zested, they must be strictly categorized to ensure the efficiency of downstream machinery and the consistency of the final food products.
AGICO advanced sorting solutions are designed to handle the high-capacity demands of industrial pre-processing, ensuring that only the right lemons reach your extraction or dehydration lines.
Why Grading is Critical for Pre-processing
In a pre-processing environment, a lemon grader is not just about aesthetics; it's about mechanical compatibility and product safety:
Protecting Downstream Equipment
Uniform sizes prevent jams in high-speed slicing or juicing machines.
Yield Optimization
Sorting by size ensures that juice extractors are calibrated perfectly, maximizing the juice yield per fruit.
Safety & Hygiene
Early detection of moldy or "clear rot" lemons prevents a single bad fruit from contaminating an entire batch of juice or essential oil.
Waste Reduction
Categorizing "ugly" but healthy fruit for pulp/puree while keeping premium fruit for zest or slices.
Experienced Manufacturer, Focused on Craftsmanship
Years of expertise in design, installation, construction, and maintenance. Our dedicated service team ensures quality in every detail.
Roller Elevator
Equipped with a roller elevator to lift materials evenly. The lifting speed is adjustable, and operation is very simple.
Multi-Stage Sorting
Multi-layer grading for thorough material separation. The number of grading stages can be customized based on your needs.
Continuous Rotation During Conveying
During the grading process, the rollers and materials rotate continuously. This prevents overlapping and ensures uniform sorting.
Stable Operation & Customization
Saves time and labor with stable performance. All equipment supports customization according to customer requirements.
Integration in the Pre-processing Line
A professional lemon grading machine acts as the bridge between raw harvest and processed goods:
1. Feeding & Soaking: Raw lemons enter the system.
2. Brushing & Cleaning: Removal of surface dirt and pesticides.
3. The Grading Core: High-speed cameras analyze each lemon.
4. Automated Routing:
Grade A (Perfect): Sent to Slicing/Dehydrating lines.
Grade B (Slight Blemishes): Sent to Juice Extraction.
Grade C (Small/Industrial): Sent to Essential Oil & Pectin recovery.
Rejects: Automatically discarded to prevent contamination.
The Technical Data Of Lemon Grading Machine
|
Model |
Power |
Grading Levels |
Dimension |
|
AGICO4000 |
2KW/380V |
3 |
4000*1000*1500mm |
|
AGICO5000 |
2KW/380V |
5 |
5000*1000*1500mm |
Why Choose AGICO Grading Solutions?
Reduced Manual Labor
Replace 15-20 manual sorters with one automated system.
Consistency
Replace 15-20 manual sorters with one automated system.
Data Connectivity
Our software can link to your ERP system, providing real-time data on the quality of incoming raw materials.
FAQ
Q: Can the machine handle lemons of different shapes, like Meyer or Eureka?
A: Yes. The AI-driven software can be calibrated for different varieties, recognizing the specific length-to-width ratios of various lemon cultivars.
Q: How do you handle "Clear Rot" that isn't visible on the skin?
A: We utilize Ultraviolet (UV) imaging and NIR sensors that can "see" through the rind to detect internal rot or hollow hearts before they enter the juicing stage.
Q: Is the machine compatible with existing washing lines?
A: Absolutely. AGICO modular design allows for seamless integration with your current industrial washing, waxing, or peeling equipment.
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