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Automatic Sorting & Counting Systems

Automatic sorting, orienting, counting and feeding systems engineered for stable integration with downstream packaging equipment.

Automatic sorting and counting systems for product orienting, counting and feeding

Core Functions & Optional Capabilities

Configure the system according to your product handling, orientation and quality inspection requirements.

Core Functions

01

Sorting

Separates products for automated handling.

02

Orienting

Arranges products into the required feeding direction.

03

Counting

Counts preset quantities for each package.

04

Feeding

Transfers counted products to downstream equipment.

Optional Capabilities

Enhance the core system with additional orientation and inspection capabilities.

Optional

Same-Side Orientation

Maintains a consistent product face and direction for downstream packaging.

Optional

Vision Inspection

Optional vision inspection can check packages for missing product or missing fill and verify required same-side or same-direction orientation.

Optional

X-Ray Inspection

Optional X-ray inspection can be configured to check packaged products for specified foreign materials, such as metal contaminants, where required, particularly for food applications.

Built Around
Your Product

Every product has different feeding, orientation, counting and inspection requirements. YUHUA systems can be configured around your product and production process.

Product Size
Product Shape
Counting Quantity
Orientation Requirement
Vision Inspection
X-Ray Inspection
Packaging Method

How Sorting & Counting Works

See how products are separated, oriented, counted and transferred to downstream packaging equipment.

  1. 01

    Product Infeed

    Products enter the sorting and counting system from the upstream feeding process.

  2. 02

    Sorting

    Bulk products are separated and organized for controlled handling.

  3. 03

    Orienting

    Products are aligned into the required feeding direction before counting.

  4. 04

    Counting

    Preset quantities are counted according to the packaging requirement.

  5. 05

    Feeding to Downstream Packaging

    Counted products are transferred to compatible downstream packaging equipment for the next packaging step.

Sorting and counting systems can be configured to feed compatible downstream packaging equipment as part of an automated packaging line. Explore Cartoning Machines or Packaging Lines for related downstream solutions.

Products & Applications

YUHUA sorting and counting systems are configured around the actual product and downstream packaging process. Applications we have worked with include the following product and package types.

Stick Packs

For individual stick packs requiring controlled orientation, counting and automatic transfer to downstream packaging equipment.

Facial Mask Packs

For packaged facial masks requiring consistent orientation and stable automatic feeding in downstream packaging processes.

Waffles

For waffle products requiring orderly feeding and controlled transfer through automated packaging processes.

Wafer Rolls

For cylindrical wafer rolls requiring controlled orientation and continuous feeding before downstream packaging.

Four-Side-Seal Disposable Gloves

For individually packaged disposable gloves in four-side-seal packs requiring orderly orientation and automatic feeding.

Three-Side-Seal Powder Sachets

For sealed powder sachets, including disinfectant powder applications, requiring controlled feeding and counting before downstream packaging.

Spouted Pouches

For filled spouted pouches, including ketchup pouch applications, requiring controlled orientation and downstream transfer.

Vacuum-Packed Snacks

For small vacuum-packed snack foods, including seasoned bamboo shoot packs, requiring orderly orientation and automatic feeding.

Counted and oriented products can be transferred directly to compatible packaging, cartoning or downstream automation equipment.

Machine Range

Explore the machine families available for sorting, counting, orientation and multi-lane feeding.

10-Servo Counting Machine

10-Servo Counting Machine

Compact configuration for stable counting and feeding in automated packaging lines.

14-Servo Counting Machine

14-Servo Counting Machine

Higher-output configuration for counting and feeding in automated packaging lines.

20-Servo Counting Machine

20-Servo Counting Machine

Higher-output configuration for production requirements requiring increased line speed.

Multi-Lane Counting System

Multi-Lane Counting System

Designed for multi-lane packaging lines requiring synchronized counting and feeding.

FAQ

Sorting & Counting Machine FAQs

Answers to common questions about product suitability, machine selection, output, integration, inspection options, and quotation requirements.

What products can YUHUA sorting and counting systems handle?

YUHUA has worked with applications including stick packs, facial mask packs, waffles, wafer rolls, four-side-seal disposable glove packs, three-side-seal powder sachets, spouted pouches and vacuum-packed snack foods. The suitable sorting and feeding configuration depends on the product’s size, shape, surface characteristics, orientation requirements and downstream process.

How do I choose the right sorting and counting machine?

Selection mainly depends on product dimensions, required orientation, target output, preset count per cycle, feeding method and the equipment connected downstream. YUHUA can recommend a servo configuration or multi-lane system after reviewing your product and production requirements.

How is the output speed of a sorting and counting system determined?

Actual output depends on product characteristics, orientation requirements, preset quantity, machine configuration and downstream equipment. The listed model speeds provide a reference, while the final operating speed should be confirmed through the specific application.

Can the system connect directly to packaging or cartoning machines?

Yes. Counted and oriented products can be transferred to compatible packaging machines, cartoning machines or other downstream automation equipment. The feeding and transfer interface can be configured around the required production-line layout.

What optional inspection functions are available?

Depending on the application, optional functions can include same-side orientation, vision inspection and X-ray inspection. Vision inspection can check packages for missing product or missing fill and verify required same-side or same-direction orientation. X-ray inspection can check packaged products for specified foreign materials, such as metal contaminants, particularly in food applications.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Please provide product photos or samples, product dimensions, required orientation, target output, preset counting quantity and details of the downstream machine or packaging process. This information helps determine the appropriate machine configuration and integration method.

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