Mepaco - Mepaco - Column Dumper

Applications & Use Cases

• Transferring bulk ingredients from large bins or buggies into processing equipment.
• Loading mixers, grinders, or hoppers in meat, poultry, and bakery operations.
• Elevating and tipping food products for further processing or packaging.
• Handling ingredients in pet food manufacturing and other food-related industries.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Units of this class typically handle buggies or bins ranging from 200 to 400 litres, with a lifting capacity commonly between 300 kg and 600 kg.

Power supply

Column dumpers commonly operate on a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with varying amperage requirements depending on motor size.

Lift height

The discharge height is typically adjustable or fixed to suit specific receiving equipment, commonly ranging from 1.5 metres to 3 metres.

Material construction

For food processing, units are typically constructed from 304-grade stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Footprint

The footprint for this class of equipment typically requires approximately 1.5m x 1.5m of floor space, plus operational clearance.

Safety features

Common safety features include emergency stop buttons, safety interlocks, and guarding to prevent access during operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of containers can a column dumper typically handle?

  Column dumpers are primarily designed to lift and tip standard Euro bins (200L or 300L) or other proprietary buggies and containers, provided they have compatible lifting points.

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used column dumper?

• Can the discharge height be adjusted on a column dumper?

• What are the common safety considerations for operating a column dumper?