Packaging Feeding and Collecting Trays

Packaging Feeding and Collection Tables: End the “Traffic Jam” on Your Production Line

Watching a production line is sometimes a hypnotic experience. Bottles flow, filling is completed, caps are closed… However, the moments where this perfect flow is disrupted and things go sideways usually occur at the most unexpected points: at the very beginning and the very end of the line.

Imagine this scenario: You have a great filling machine capable of filling thousands of bottles per hour. But your operator at the start of the machine is trying to manually align empty bottles onto the conveyor one by one. Or vice versa; finished products accumulate at the end of the line, and because the operator cannot keep up with casing them, bottles fall to the floor or you have to stop the machine. Does this sound familiar?

This is where Packaging Feeding and Collection Tables (known in the industry as Rotary Tables) come into play. These are not just rotating metal discs; they are the systems that determine the rhythm of your production line and turn chaos into order.

As Kulp Makine, our experience confirms that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. If your feeding and collection system is slow, even if you have the fastest filling machine in the world, your capacity is condemned to that “slowness.”

Feeding Table: Creating Order Out of Chaos

This is the starting point of the production line. The Feeding Table is responsible for transferring your empty containers—bottles, jars, or boxes—to the conveyor line in an organized and sequential manner.

Why is it better than an operator manually aligning them? Human hands can make mistakes, get tired, or lose focus. However, you can load hundreds of empty bottles onto a feeding table at once (manually or via an automatic elevator). As the table rotates, it uses centrifugal force and special guide rails to align the containers into a single file, like soldiers, and sends them onto the conveyor.

What does this gain you?

• Continuity: Your line never stops to “wait for a bottle.”

• Speed: You are indexed to the speed of the machine, not the operator.

• Labor Savings: Instead of constantly aligning bottles, one person can simply feed the table and attend to other tasks.

Collection Table: Make a Strong Finale

The final stage of production is at least as critical as the beginning. When labeled, capped, and ready-to-sell products reach the end of the conveyor, a system is needed to receive them. If you are not using a Collection Table, your operator must be on high alert every second. A moment of distraction leads to bottles accumulating and toppling or jamming.

The collection table gently receives finished products from the conveyor and rotates them to accumulate (acting as a buffer). This saves time for your packaging personnel. The operator can comfortably place the accumulated products into boxes without panicking. In other words, the machine gives the human a chance to “take a breath and do the job properly.”

Kulp Makine Quality: Why Are We Beyond Standards?

You may see many rotary tables on the market. However, our difference at Kulp Makine lies in the importance we give to details. It is not enough for a table just to rotate; it must be quiet, hygienic, and durable.

1. 316L Stainless Steel Body

We emphasize this frequently because it is truly important. Accidents happen on the production floor; products spill, water splashes, and cleaning is done with chemicals. Many manufacturers may use low-quality steel or plastic parts to reduce costs. We use 316L Stainless Steel, compliant with food and pharmaceutical norms. This ensures your table remains rust-free and sparkling even years later.

2. Flexible Speed Control (Inverter Technology)

The speed of every production line is different. Sometimes you need to work slowly and precisely, and sometimes at maximum speed. Thanks to the speed control devices (inverters) in our tables, you can adjust the rotation speed millimetrically according to the flow of your line. Your products will neither be flung off nor piled up.

3. Adjustable Barriers

Today you might be filling a slim 200 ml bottle, and tomorrow a wide 1-liter jar. The guide rails on our tables are easily adjustable for containers of different diameters. You can manage your entire product range with a single table.

The Human Touch: Think of Your Operators

Technical specifications are great, but there is also a human dimension to the work. As an employer, you must consider the health and motivation of your employees. The efficiency of a worker who spends 8 hours a day bending down to align bottles or frantically collecting bottles from the line will inevitably drop by the end of the day. Back pain, distraction, and low morale are the results.

These simple automation solutions take the physical and mental load off your employees. You transform them from “workers functioning like robots” into operators who manage the process. A happy and untired operator means error-free production.

Return on Investment

You might be asking, “Is it worth investing in just a rotating table?” Our answer is clear: Absolutely. Think of it this way; what does a 10% pause or slowdown on your production line equate to in missing production at the end of the year? Feeding and collection tables are the keystones that allow your line to reach its potential speed. Their costs are much lower compared to main filling machines, but the efficiency increase they provide is massive.

Conclusion: Accelerate the Flow

Production is a flow. Like water, it should progress without hitting obstacles. Packaging feeding and collection tables remove the barriers in front of this flow. Elevate your production line to a professional level with Kulp Makine’s durable, hygienic, and user-friendly tables.

By adding these “smart assistants” to the beginning and end of your line, you can both increase your capacity and turn the chaos in your production area into peace. You can contact us to examine our tables in diameters and features specific to your needs. Remember, order brings speed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Are these tables suitable for bottles or jars of all sizes?

To a large extent, yes. The barriers we call “guide rails” on our tables are adjustable. You can use products of different diameters, from very small medicine bottles to wide pickle jars, on the same table with a simple adjustment. For very special (e.g., square or asymmetrical) bottles, we can provide custom designs.

2. How should the table diameter be selected?

The table diameter (e.g., 100 cm, 120 cm, 150 cm) is determined by your production speed and packaging size. If you are producing thousands per hour or using large packaging, we recommend large-diameter tables that offer more storage space (buffer zone).

3. Does the feeding table topple the bottles?

No, it does not topple them when adjusted correctly. Kulp Makine tables are balanced to rotate without vibration. Additionally, thanks to the “soft start” feature, it does not make sudden movements. Your plastic or glass bottles enter the line safely.

4. Is cleaning these tables easy?

Absolutely. Since they are produced entirely from 316L stainless steel and have a smooth surface, they are very easy to clean. Even if the product spills, it can be wiped with a cloth or washed. The motor section is protected.

5. Can it be added to my existing production line later?

Yes. Feeding and collection tables are independent units. They can be easily mounted at the beginning or end of your existing conveyor. Thanks to their height-adjustable feet, they perfectly align with the level of your current belt.