In the dynamic world of food processing and packaging, innovation is the key to maintaining product quality and operational efficiency. Hapman, a renowned leader in bulk material handling equipment, has once again raised the bar with its latest offering: the CablePro Tubular Drag Conveyor. This solution, unveiled at PACK EXPO 2024 in Chicago, represents Hapman’s first major product launch since 2008 and showcases nearly eight decades of expertise in tubular drag conveying technology.

Gentle Handling for Delicate Products

The food industry demands solutions that can transport delicate products without compromising their integrity, and the CablePro is specifically designed to meet this challenge. It offers a gentle and efficient conveyance system for a wide range of food items, including cereals, grains, nuts, frozen foods, and pet food. The conveyor’s innovative design features FDA-compliant components, ensuring food safety with food-grade coatings and polished stainless-steel tubing.

Innovative Design Features

The CablePro Tubular Drag Conveyor boasts several key features that set it apart in terms of durability, efficiency, and ease of maintenance. At its core, the system utilizes a pre-stretched, high-strength stainless steel cable with a food-grade coating, ensuring extended life and long-lasting performance even in demanding environments. This robust cable is complemented by proprietary self-lubricating UHMW disks, which significantly reduce friction and wear, contributing to the system’s overall efficiency and longevity.

Durability is further enhanced with the inclusion of stainless-steel sprockets, featuring polished edges that minimize cable fray and degradation. This attention to detail in the sprocket design helps to maintain the integrity of the cable over time, reducing maintenance needs and potential downtime.

Installation of the CablePro is streamlined through thoughtful engineering. The tubing comes pre-cut to the application length, flanged, and match-marked, facilitating faster and more straightforward assembly. This labor-saving approach not only reduces installation time but also minimizes the potential for errors during setup, ensuring that the system is ready to operate efficiently from the outset.

These innovative design features collectively contribute to a conveyor system that not only meets the stringent demands of the food industry but also offers a reliable, low-maintenance solution for manufacturers seeking to optimize their material handling processes.

Clean-In-Place Compatibility

One of the standout features of the CablePro is its Clean-In-Place (CIP) compatibility.  The sealed design with integral drains supports various cleaning options, including fluid rinse, foam cleaners, spray nozzles, sponges, wipers and scrapers, allowing for easier and faster cleaning. This feature is crucial for maintaining hygiene standards in food processing environments.

Meeting Industry Demands

Matt Richardson, Vice President at Hapman, emphasizes the significance of the CablePro: “We designed this conveyor to meet a specific market segment that demands gentle, efficient and reliable transport while meeting strict sanitation guidelines”. This statement underscores Hapman’s commitment to addressing the critical needs of the food processing industry.

Seamless Integration with Existing Systems

The CablePro isn’t just a standalone solution; it’s designed to integrate seamlessly with other Hapman products. This integration capability allows manufacturers to create a comprehensive material handling system that optimizes productivity while maintaining product quality. The conveyor can be easily incorporated into systems with Bulk Bag Unloaders, Posi Portion feeders for precise product delivery, and SolidQuid® liquid-solid mixing systems.

A Milestone in Food Processing Technology

The launch of the CablePro Tubular Drag Conveyor marks a significant milestone in food processing technology. By combining gentle handling, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards, Hapman continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation in material handling solutions. For food manufacturers looking to enhance their production processes, the CablePro offers a promising solution that addresses the critical needs of product integrity and operational efficiency.

Conclusion: Shaping the Future of Material Handling

As the industry continues to evolve, Hapman’s latest offering promises to play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and productivity for manufacturers across various sectors. The CablePro is not just a new product; it’s a testament to Hapman’s 80 years of experience and dedication to developing innovative, customer-focused material handling solutions.

For more information about how the CablePro can revolutionize your food processing operations and to explore how Hapman can enhance your bulk material handling processes, click here or contact sales@hapman.com.

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The CablePro Tubular Drag Conveyor is a culmination of extensive research and development, building on Hapman’s 80 years of innovation in tubular drag conveying technology. Designed specifically for gentle, clean and efficient transport of products, such as cereals, grains, nuts, frozen foods, pet food, and other delicate items.

The CablePro system features FDA-approved components, including food-grade coatings and polished stainless-steel tubing. It is equipped with self-lubricating UHMW disks, which are injection-molded directly onto a pre-stretched, food-grade oil-lubricated stainless-steel braided cable with a nylon coating. This unique construction helps maintain product integrity and meets the stringent sanitation standards required by the food and beverage industry.

CablePro incorporates an auto-tensioner to maintain the optimal cable tension, extending the cable and disc life while reducing maintenance. Its sealed design with integral drains also supports Clean-In-Place (CIP) protocols, allowing for easier and faster cleaning through various cleaning options, such as mechanical scrapers, fluid rinse and foam cleaners.

“CablePro brings together our decades of expertise and focus on evolving with market needs,” says Matt Richardson, Vice President at Hapman. “We designed this conveyor to meet a specific market segment that demands gentle, efficient and reliable transport while meeting strict sanitation guidelines. In addition to standalone applications, the CablePro can be seamlessly integrated with other Hapman products and systems, including Bulk Bag Unloaders, Posi Portion feeders for precise product delivery, and SolidQuid® liquid-solid mixing systems. This flexibility enables manufacturers to optimize their processes and achieve higher productivity while maintaining quality.”

The CablePro Tubular Drag Conveyor is the latest testament to Hapman’s dedication to developing innovative and customer-focused material handling solutions. For 80 years, Hapman has helped industries enhance efficiency and improve quality with cutting-edge equipment tailored to their specific needs.

About Hapman:

Hapman is a global leading designer and manufacturer of custom bulk material handling equipment for a variety of industries. With 80 years of experience, Hapman provides innovative solutions that improve efficiency and productivity in material handling processes.

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