Longreat successfully delivered an advanced durian processing automation project for a leading fruit processing facility in Malaysia. To address high labor costs and inconsistent manual weighing, this custom automated solution integrates a 26-head combination weigher with a double-layer conveyor system.
The project achieves accurate portion weighing, continuous product transfer, and efficient collection for durian packaging applications. By implementing this turnkey durian processing automation system, the customer significantly reduced labor dependence, minimized giveaway, and boosted overall production capacity.
Customer Challenges
Before implementing automation, the customer faced several operational bottlenecks in their durian processing line:
- Unstable Manual Weighing Accuracy: Traditional manual weighing depended heavily on operator experience, resulting in package weight variations and high product giveaway.
- High Labor Expenses: Manual portioning required multiple operators on duty, raising labor costs while limiting production throughput.
- Low Packaging Throughput: Manual material handling could not keep up with high-volume durian processing demands.
- Production Line Integration Needs: The customer required a seamless automated weighing and conveying system that easily connected with their downstream packaging workflow.
Our Durian Processing Automation Solution
To overcome these challenges, Longreat customized a complete durian processing automation line tailored to the customer’s factory layout. The core equipment includes:
1. 26 Head Combination Weigher
Our high-speed 26 Head Combination Weigher features intelligent multi-head combination calculations to deliver exceptional accuracy. Built with food-grade SS304 stainless steel and IP65 waterproof protection, it handles delicate and sticky fruit portions effortlessly while reducing giveaway.
2. Double-Layer Conveyor System
The specialized double-layer belt conveyor provides continuous container feeding on one level and filled tray collection on another. This compact layout maximizes space utilization and connects directly with automated packaging equipment.
Technical Specifications & System Advantages
Longreat’s durian processing automation system is engineered specifically for high-moisture and sticky fruit handling environments. Key technical features include:
- High-Precision Weighing Accuracy: Portions are dynamically calculated across 26 weighing heads, achieving portion accuracy within target tolerances (±0.1g to 0.5g) to eliminate overfilling losses.
- Sanitary SS304 Stainless Steel Construction: All contact parts and structural frames are built with food-grade stainless steel with anti-stick surface treatments designed for fresh and frozen durian flesh.
- IP65 Waterproof Washdown Design: Quick-release hoppers and waterproof electrical cabinets allow direct washdown cleaning, complying with strict food safety and workshop hygiene standards.
- Intelligent PLC Touchscreen Control: User-friendly HMI interface supports multi-recipe storage, real-time weighing diagnostics, and seamless synchronization with upstream feeding and downstream tray sealing equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions & Customization Options
Q1: Can this system be adapted for other sticky or frozen fruits?
Yes, Longreat designs custom food packaging solutions. Beyond durian flesh, this multi-head combination weighing system can be configured for sticky fruits such as mango slices, jackfruit, dried dates, and frozen berries with anti-stick dimpled plates.
Q2: How does the system ensure hygienic operation during long shifts?
All product contact parts feature tool-free disassembly for rapid washdown. The IP65-rated waterproof enclosure allows operators to clean the machinery thoroughly between production batches without damaging sensitive electronic components.
Project Specifications & Overview
- Main Equipment: 26 Head Combination Weigher, Double-Layer Conveyor System
- Application: Automated weighing, portioning, and conveying for durian packaging lines
- Industry: Fresh & Frozen Fruit Processing Industry
- Project Location: Malaysia
Key Project Highlights
- ✓ Tailored durian processing automation layout matching facility requirements
- ✓ High-precision multi-head weighing with minimal target-weight variance
- ✓ Continuous material handling with optimized ergonomic design
- ✓ Reduced reliance on manual labor, driving down overall operational costs
Project Results & Customer Feedback
Following the deployment of the Longreat durian processing automation system, the client achieved:
- Consistent package weight accuracy with substantially reduced giveaway.
- Higher output per shift with stable, uninterrupted operation.
- Lower labor overhead and improved overall workshop hygiene standards.
Looking to upgrade your fruit packaging line? Explore Longreat’s custom durian processing automation solutions or contact our technical team today for a free consultation and quote!