COLOR SORTING

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Color Sorter
Color Sorter – Industries
Color Sorting Machine Types
Rice Color Sorting Machine
How does Rice Color Sorter Machine Works?

MILLTEC Color Sorter Machines

 M 1000 Series Color Sorter

 MR 3000 Series Color Sorter
 MV 7000 Series Color Sorter
 HDHC Series Color Sorter
Color Sorter
“Food processors are looking to get as close as possible to 100%
discrimination of undesirable foreign material and critical defects”
Sorting of products is a very difficult industrial process. Continuous manual
sorting creates consistency issues. The purpose of the color sorter is to design
and implement a system which automatically separates products based on
their color.
As consumers continue to become more and more demanding of product
quality, there is a thrust toward improving sort performance to discover ever
smaller and subtler defects. Color sensor systems are increasingly being used
in automated applications to detect automation errors and monitor quality at
the speed of production line.

Color sorters used in assembly lines to identify and classify products by color.
The objectives of their usage include to check the quality of products, facilitate
sorting and packaging, assess the equality of products in storage and to
monitor waste products.
Color sorters separate items by their colors, detecting the color of things that
pass before them, and using mechanical or pneumatic ejection devices to
divert items whose color do not fall within the acceptable range or which are
desired to form a separate group from the rest.
Color Sorter - Industries
Color Sorters in Grain industry
Color sorters are mostly used in sorting grain (agricultural products). The rice
sorting industry is the first big market, the rice sorting technology is according
to the color differences of rice (husked paddy) materials, using a high-
resolution CCD optical sensor to separate different stones, black rice, etc. It is
the final step after polishing rice with a rice polisher. The second sorting
market is in use for coarse cereals, such as wheat, corn, peanut, different kinds
of beans, sesame seeds, etc. Sorting machines improve product quality and
add social benefits.

Color Sorters in Food industry

Color sorters are used for food processing industry, such as coffee, nuts, and
oil crops. The goal is the separation of items that are discoloured, toxic (such
as ergot), not as ripe as required, or still with hull after dehulling such as
sunflower seed. Compared with manual sorting color sorting machines saving
labor and time, with higher high efficiency, and lower processing costs.
Throughputs have increased with the use of new CCD technologies and are
now up to 100 t/h.
Color Sorting Machine Types
Sorters can be chute-type or belt-type. Belt-type machines break a smaller
percentage of material (important for nuts) and the product stays relatively
static during the transport process as it moves horizontally on the belt.
Whereas in the chute type, material slides on the chute because of gravity,
causing collision, friction, and larger vertical movements, thus worsening the
ratio of broken material. The belt structure makes the transmission smooth
and stable without bouncing of material.

Chute type is more common especially for food, as prices are lower, capacities
are higher and products can be seen more easily from both sides, which is
important when a de hulled grain has hull only at one side. Chute sorters are
usually applicable to specific products as the chute is designed with special
channels for this kind of material based on sizes and shapes of the material, for
example 5 mm chutes are used for rice, grain and plastic granules. Flat chutes
are right for plastic flakes, such as PET, or milk bottle flakes.
Rice color sorting machine

A rice color sorting machine, also named rice color sorter, separates rice grains
according to color differences in raw rice arising from anomalies like bits of
stone, bad rice, black rice, half-husked rice, etc. A high-resolution CCD optical
sensor drives a mechanical sorter to separate different granular materials,
automatically sorting heterochromatic particles out of the batch of raw rice;
removing such impurities in this process improves the quality of the rice.

Rice processing begins in a milling plant, where the harvested grains run
through a production line where the rice is boiled, dried, de-stoned, husked,
hulled and shelled. It then is taken to the color sorter machine.
At this point, the rice mixture will travel by elevator belt into a hopper on top
of the machine, from which it will flow down along chutes in the colour sorter,
streamlining their flow to so that they may be scanned by CCD sensors.
The moment the camera detects any color defects, the camera instructs
ejectors fitted in the machine to open the nozzle. The nozzle is connected to
valves containing compressed air.
This air is then used to shoot out the color defected material from the input
rice. The types of defects in rice include black tipped, chalky, yellow, mouse
droppings, immature grain, etc.
How does rice color sorter machine works?
At present, there are two types of rice color sorter machine in the market:
 Optical type
 CCD type
No matter which type is it, the basic working principle is the color difference
between good rice and bad(unwanted) rice. First of all, the Color Sorter
Machine should translate the photo signal to electronic signal by photo-sensor
and other complex element.
Then due to there is difference between good materials and bad materials, so
corresponding there is also a difference good materials’ electronic current;
And we can adjust some degree electronic current is ”safe” (good
materials)and other is ”dangerous”(bad or unwanted materials).
At last, when the electronic current is “safe”, there is nothing happens and rice
will successfully fall down to the accepted outlet; but if the electronic current
is “dangerous”, the ejector will be driven to blow away the bad or unwanted
materials.
MILLTEC Color Sorter Machines

MILLTEC Color Sorter uses technology and lighting to remove impure grains
from the input on the basis of their color, rather than on the basis of their
length or weight. Our color sorting machines are equipped with several
features such as auto sorting control systems, image capturing systems
capable of storing up to 200 profiles to enable our customers to alter settings
to suit their specifications, and a quality ejector system to monitor the quality
of the output. The usage of anodized chutes for the passage of input grains
prevents the blockage of the system, ensuring the smooth flow of grain.

Our color sorters are available in the range of 3TPH to 12 TPH. These sorting
machines are precise and integrated with level control systems, capacitive
sensors, touchscreen interface, cabinet cooling vertex system, and remote
servicing via internet and controlled by microprocessor. MILLTEC color sorter is
accurate and efficient with an excellent sorting capability for all kinds of grains.
MILLTEC M 1000 Series Color Sorter

Available models: M 1000 Series color sorter

“M1000-4” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 2+1+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort
“M1000-5” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+1+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe Sort
“M1000-6” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+2+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe Sort
“M1000-7” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 4+2+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe Sort
“M1000” Sorter Main Features
Feeding system composed of:
7 standard charging hoppers 7 vibrating feeders
Optic section (front-rear) composed of:
Lighting system: Long Life LED lighting system to increase the light flow and
duration and decrease the Power consumption, Every machine is equipped
with 4 sets of Blue or Red LED segments (4 sets of Blue / Red on the front side
and 4 sets of Red/ Blue on the rear side).
A double vision system (7 CCD cameras on the front side & 7 CCD cameras on
the rear side) allows checking on both sides, detecting even the slightest
difference.
Ejection unit composed of: 420 Individual ejectors for the ejection of the
product to be discarded
Electronic system:
The Latest CCD MICRO PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY to control the sorting
process with auto-setting and automatic sorting control. They also ensure
specific functions such as self-diagnosis and memorization of different working
conditions and programs connected to different production needs.
For a complete control of functions, very powerful FPGA to enable a perfect
functioning of high capacity sorters featuring “MILLTEC” Software and new
generation sensors. Auto Intelligence system Inbuild (Auto Calibration)
In build Software of ReRe Sorting
Red or Blue LED combination setup is Inbuild
Self-Diagnostics system & Automatic Cleaning System In build
LINUX based Operating system Control panel with 15 inches touch-screen
visualizing any functioning parameters & alarms. Memory and electronics are
conveniently placed on extractable boards allowing easy replacement of
components and upgrading of the software.
Mechanical Structure:
In stainless steel and painted iron. Protection IP 55. Their manufacture ensures
great robustness and hinders dust to penetrate inside the machine
MILLTEC MR3000 Color Sorter functioning

Available models: MR 3000 Series color sorter:

“MR3000-4” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 2+1+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MR3000-5” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+1+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe Sort
“MR3000-6” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+2+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe Sort
“MR3000-7” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 4+2+1
chutes for automatic reject ReRe / Reverse Sort
“MR3000” Color Sorter Main Features
Feeding system composed of:
7 standard charging hoppers 7 vibrating feeders
Optic section (front-rear) composed of:
Lighting system:
Long Life LED lighting system to increase the light flow and duration and
decrease the Power consumption, Every machine is equipped with 4 sets of
Blue or Red LED segments (4 sets of Blue / Red on the front side and 4 sets of
Red/ Blue on the rear side). A double vision system (7 CCD cameras on the
front side & 7 CCD cameras on the rear side) allows checking on both sides,
detecting even the slightest difference.

Ejection unit composed of: 420 Individual ejectors for the ejection of the
product to be discarded
Electronic system:
The Latest CCD ULTRA SPEED GATE ARRAY TECHNOLOGY to control the sorting
process with auto-setting and automatic sorting control. They also ensure
specific functions such as self-diagnosis and memorization of different working
conditions and programs connected to different production needs. For a
complete control of functions, very powerful FPGA to enable a perfect
functioning of high capacity sorters featuring “MILLTEC” Software and new
generation sensors. Auto Intelligence system Inbuild (Auto Calibration)
In build Software of ReRe /Reverse Sorting
Red or Blue LED combination setup is Inbuild
Self-Diagnostics system & Automatic Cleaning System In build
LINUX based Operating system Control panel with 15 inches touch-screen
visualizing any functioning parameters & alarms. Memory and electronics are
conveniently placed on extractable boards allowing easy replacement of
components and upgrading of the software.
Mechanical Structure:
In stainless steel and painted iron. Protection IP 55. Their manufacture ensures
great robustness and hinders dust to penetrate inside the machine
MILLTEC MV 7000 Series Color Sorter functioning:

Available models: MV 7000 Series Color Sorter

“MV7000-4” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 2+1+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MV7000-5” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+1+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MV7000-6” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+2+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MV7000-7” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 4+2+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MV7000-8” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 5+2+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“MV7000-10” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 6+3+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
MILLTEC “MV7000” Sorter Main Features
Feeding system composed of:
10 standard charging hoppers 10 vibrating feeders
Optic section (front-rear) composed of:
Lighting system: Long Life LED lighting system to increase the light flow and
duration and decrease the Power consumption, Every machine is equipped
with 4 sets of White & Blue LED segments (4 sets of White on the front side
and 2 sets of White & Blue on the rear side). A double vision system (10 CCD
cameras on the front side & 10 CCD cameras on the rear side) allows checking
on both sides, detecting even the slightest difference.
Ejection unit composed of: 600 Individual ejectors for the ejection of the
product to be discarded
Electronic system:
The Latest CCD DIGITAL IMAGE SORTING, MAGLEV EJECTOR TECHNOLOGY to
control the sorting process with auto-setting and automatic sorting control.
They also ensure specific functions such as self-diagnosis and memorization of
different working conditions and programs connected to different production
needs. For a complete control of functions, very powerful FPGA to enable a
perfect functioning of high capacity sorters featuring “MILLTEC” Software and
new generation sensors. Super Intelligence system Inbuild (Auto Calibration)
In build Software of Re Sorting /Reverse Sorting
White & Blue LED combination setup is Inbuild
Self-Diagnostics system & Automatic Cleaning System In build
LINUX based Operating system Control panel with 15 inches touch-screen
visualizing any functioning parameters & alarms. Memory and electronics are
conveniently placed on extractable boards allowing easy replacement of
components and upgrading of the software.
Mechanical Structure:
In stainless steel and painted iron. Protection IP 55. Their manufacture ensures
great robustness and hinders dust to penetrate inside the machine
MILLTEC HDHC Series Color Sorter functioning:

Available models: HDHC Series Color Sorter

“HDHC-4” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 2+1+1 chutes

for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“HDHC-5” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+1+1
chutes for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“HDHC-6” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 3+2+1 chutes
for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort
“HDHC-” electronic colour sorter configured in three sections of 4+2+1 chutes
for automatic reject Resort /Reverse Sort

HDHC Series Color Sorter Features

 AUTO INTELLIGENT DIGITAL IMAGE SORTING TECHNOLOGY
  The Hetero Chromatic Sorter for suitable Rice, Pulses Seeds, Grains
(small size)
 The electronic Hardware’s like FPGA & DSP are latest Technology for
interfacing & Controlling
 Auto Calibration feature with Plain Chute Mechanical Design
 Double vision system (6144 pixel HD cameras) allows checking on both
sides, detecting even the slightest difference with 0.01 mm HD
resolution
 Cool white LED light for Multi commodity sorting
 Product Scanning Speed 22500lines/sec.
 Sorter Can be Controlled by Android Mobile through Wi-Fi Technology
 Reverse Sorting & Size Sorting technology
 Lighting system: Programmable White & Blue LED lighting system. Life
Span 50,000 hrs. Suitable for Multi Products Sorting
 0.8ms Speed of Solenoid valves, up to 1000 cycles/sec. Life span for 8
billions of cycles (800 Crore Cycles). Individual Ejectors technology.
 Chute Heater facility
Cameras
 Heterochromatic 6144 Pixel High Speed cameras for Excellent scanning
for Multi Commodity
 Double Vision Scanning Cameras with 0.01mm Resolution will provide
Fine results.
 Specially Customized Lenses to identify pinpoint images.
 Equipped for Reverse, Size and Shape Sorting Methodology.
Technology
 High Definition Image capturing with Digital image sorting to offer best
sorting solution for Multi commodity
 Product Scanning Speed 22500 Lines/Sec
 Auto Calibration Feature with Auto Setting & Sorting control.
  High Brightness Cool White LED will support for Multi commodity with
50000 Hrs. of Life Span.
 Centralized Cloud System for Machine Health checkup.
Ejectors
 Fast Response 0.8 millisecond High quality Valves with 3.8mm nozzle
which can withstand Lifelong.
 Upgraded Ejection software system that can monitor the Ejections.
Chutes
 Anodized chutes having smooth surface to facilitate the even flow of the
material.
 Heating provision for chutes to avoid choking of material.
For more information on MILLTEC Color Sorters
please Contact Us @ 1800 102 8431
MILLTEC Machinery Ltd
No. 51/A, I Phase, KIADB Industrial Area, Bommasandra, Bangalore – 560 099 Karnataka, INDIA
Toll Free : 1800-1028-431

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