DUMPERS

KEEP UP PRODUCTION VOLUME WITH BULK BIN UNLOADING

Dumpers introduce bulk products to your food processing line. Increase production and efficiency, and food and worker safety with these container unloading machines.

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Walnuts being dumped onto a processing line by PFI equipment.

WHY PFI DUMPERS?

Tote dumpers increase efficiency and food and worker safety when unloading bulk product boxes to your key processes. Our dumper machines are built for:

OPTIMAL PRODUCT HANDLING

Smooth, continuous unloading handles your bulk products with care. An optional seal system and dust-tight hoods ensure no contamination or debris.

FLEXIBLE CONFIGURATIONS

Available in various sanitary levels and safety factors, with a selection of options to fit your application. Use standalone or integrate with the next step in your process.

INTEGRATION-READY

We collaborate with OEMs and engineering firms to seamlessly link your key machines and processes with uniform product flow.

SAFE OPERATION

Eliminate manual unloading and workers getting on and off forklifts to streamline operation and keep your team safe. Optional 5:1 safety factor available for heavy-duty operation.

COMMON FOOD INDUSTRIES

Whether your bulk raw product is wet or dry, sticky or abrasive food-grade dumpers can efficiently move it throughout your processing line. Don’t see your product types? We have decades of experience throughout the food industry – contact us for your custom configuration.

Bakery

Cereal

Dairy

Fruits & Vegetables

Frozen

Meat

Nuts

Pasta

Pet Food

Snack Food

DUMPER COMPARISON

Floor Load Dumper

Efficient container unloading for your bulk products.

Tilt:

Single or 2-stage

Discharge Angle:

42 degrees

Weight Capacity:

1,800 lbs. standard

Dumping Height:

up to 61”

Frame:

stainless or mild steel

Forklift Dumper

Automatic and safe elevated tote and crate unloading.

Tilt:

Single stage

Discharge Angle:

60 degrees

Weight Capacity:

3,000 lbs. standard

Dumping Height:

66” and up

Frame:

stainless or mild steel

DON’T SEE WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR?

We have decades of experience custom configuring sanitary bulk handling and vibratory, horizontal motion, belt, and elevator conveying solutions. See our full range of standard offerings or contact us for custom options.

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5:1 SAFETY FACTOR FOR HEAVY DUTY OPERATION

We offer a heavy-duty dumper option for added safety and reliability. The “Goliath” earns its nickname with these features:

5” bore hydraulic cylinders
Heavy-duty gusseted frame tubes
Reinforced rotating frame weld joints
Dual retainer blocks
4” crossbar tube support

Design, Testing + Installation

Each project is custom configured to a layout and application by engineers with years of experience. Run a full FAT of PFI and other equipment in our Algona, Iowa facility for peace of mind, then trust our skilled technicians to install it accurately and efficiently.

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SANITARY DESIGN

We put sanitation at the forefront of our designs. Bulk handling equipment is designed with stainless or mild steel tubular frames, available in RTE sanitation levels, and for maximum accessibility, in line with food processing equipment design standards.

THE PFI DIFFERENCE

We care as much about your products and operation as you do. We work hard to ensure our conveying solutions fit and operate viably from the word go. And if there’s an issue, we’re committed to be there until it’s right.

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OTHER EQUIPMENT CATEGORIES

In addition to dumpers, our core sanitary conveying and handling equipment falls into the following categories. Visit our full equipment listing for information on other systems.

Bucket & Incline Conveyors

Belt Conveyors

Horizontal Motion Conveyors

Vibratory Conveyors & Feeders

REQUEST A CONFIGURATION

Ready to get started on your configuration? Contact us to customize our bulk handling equipment to your application, layout, and processes.