The FMT automatic vertical centrifuge lines, type C-1010/H, are designed for industrial application. Product which is carried from a washing machine can be transported steadily to the centrifuge by means of, for example, a supply belt. The loading-, unloading-, and centrifuging times can be adjusted continuously and are therefore suitable for nearly every desired product specification. 
The throughput is approx. 1200 kg (iceberg lettuce).

The centrifuge has been constructed horizontally. The tumbler was made from stainless-steel perforated material. The entire structure has been attached to the stable main frame by means of vibration dampers. Possible imbalances are neutralised in this way, creating a very solid construction with a long life. In order to empty the drum after centrifuging  the drum is slightly tipped by means of an air cylinder, so that the product can easily leave the machine after the centrifuging. The machine comes with an air knife, which has been installed alongside therum, so that more adhesive products can leave the drum without any problem.

The centrifuge line has been equipped with a stainless central control panel in a splaying-proof IP 66 version. All components have been included in this for operating the centrifuges mentioned above, together with the supply- and outlet belt. The necessary safety- and emergency stops have also been considered in order to increase safety, so that the CE regulations will be fully met.

The machine is furthermore fully accessible by means of two folding doors, so that the cleaning will only take a few minutes. Since the loading and unloading of the heavy baskets etc. will be a thing of the past with this solution, the operating personnel can be reduced to only one person.

The machine is easy to operate by means of a clear touch screen. This touch screen has been installed in the door of the central control panel. The touch screen works in combination with a PLC, which has also been installed in the central control panel. The centrifuge’s frequency-adjusted drive engine consists of a frequency control with brake resistance. The central control panel can both be fitted to the machine (standard) or in a low-currency room outside the production room. When the control panel is placed outside the production room, the machine must be equipped with a remote control panel. The touch screen will then be installed in the remote control panel instead of in the central control panel door. At your request, the control panel can either be installed at the right-hand side or on the left-hand side of the machine. The remote control can be delivered optionally.

The included software offers the possibility to pre-program 99 centrifuge programs. Operating the touch screen takes place on two levels. Level 1 only gives access to switching the machine on and off and entering a program choice. Level 2 gives access to changing the centrifuging parameters by means of an access code.

In the GST version, the machine comes with a monochrome touch screen. A colour screen is available against extra price.

The following parameters can be programmed:

• filling time
• speed during filling
• centrifuging time
• unloading time
• unloading time with air knife
• number of discharge valve open/close
• air blade continuously or pulsating during unloading