In food-processing operations, the way products move from one stage to the next makes all the difference. When your processing line encounters slowdowns and wasted materials, it can wreak havoc on your bottom line.
What you need is a reliable integrated system for moving materials through the manufacturing process. Enter FPEC's food-processing hoppers. Our machines are specially designed to boost productivity and efficiency for high-output clients.
We build food-processing hoppers designed for the real-world demands you face every day. With our machines, your team can move materials with increased speed and control. The result? Greater output and more consistent products that align with customer expectations. Level up your processing line with FPEC.
Meeting Processing Challenges Head-On
Handling large volumes of meat, poultry, or specialty foods requires both capacity and efficient movement. Our custom equipment is made to fit into your existing workflows while promoting safety and sanitation. You can finally deliver an adequate volume of product flow without compromising your high standards.
FPEC's food-processing hoppers are constructed to promote ease of use and accurate output, supporting your workflow and protecting your bottom line.
When you decide you need more reliable output capabilities, our vibratory feeder and hopper equipment can be the ideal solution. Your team will be able to get more done in less time with far less stress.
Standout Features of FPEC's Food-Processing Hoppers
Our team of engineering experts designed our feeder equipment to help food processors overcome recurring output challenges.
Every detail of our machines was devised to promote consistent production at scale. When you invest in one of our hoppers, you'll benefit from features like sturdy stainless steel construction, customizable outlet valves, easy-to-use control interfaces, and large capacities.
Additionally, our machines keep sanitation and safety firmly in mind. The primarily stainless steel machines are equipped with toolless disassembly features to make cleaning fast and easy. As a result, your team can spend less time on tedious disassembly and focus more of their effort on production.
Vacuum Hopper
Designed for fast, clean transfer of bulk ingredients, the vacuum feed hopper is an excellent fit for operations that require precise, high-capacity product loading. Its construction supports both throughput and hygiene while helping reduce labor-intensive transfer methods, and includes:
- Standard rectangular hopper with 5,000 lbs. capacity
- Fast and efficient loading of product
- Single 6″ outlet
- Load cell compatible
- Bead blast finish
- 100% stainless steel fabrication
- Custom-built to your specifications
Specialty Food-Processing Hopper
Our specialty hopper is custom-built to match each client’s particular process and load requirements. Flexibility in terms of shape, finishes, controls, and other features promises variable solutions for a wide range of food-processing applications.
- Custom hopper design to fit any processing needs across any application
- Conical, rectangular, and custom-built shapes
- Tailored outlet options
- FPEC Food Valve available as an option to regulate flow of hopper
- Open-channel design
- Polished or bead blast finish
- 100% stainless steel
- Custom-built to your specifications
The diversity of our hopper specifications and features provides food-manufacturing businesses with the integrated solutions they need for their lines.
Pump Hopper
This compact, ready-to-integrate pump hopper from FPEC supports consistent product movement between processing stages. With flexible configurations available, it’s a practical option for plants needing a quick, reliable upgrade to their pumping capabilities.
Key features are:
- 500 lbs. hopper capacity
- Can be supplied with or without pump
- Pump in stock, ready to ship with hopper
- Round outlet
- NEMA 4X enclosures with slope top box
- All controls UL-listed and built in-house
Load N Go Product Transfer System
The Load N Go Product Transfer System from FPEC is an essential solution for integrated product transfer. It’s easy to integrate our efficient machine into your existing setup, thereby reducing product loss and expediting packaging. Some of the key features of our machine include:
Custom-built to your specifications
Adjustable cart carriage to allow for floor variations
Optional safety cage
83” standard dump height
Base is raised for floor sanitation
Available as a stationary or portable unit
Our solution is the ideal addition to your production line. Use it to move critical products into the next phase of your production system and reduce the risk of bottlenecks.
Live Bottom Feed Hopper
Our live bottom hopper with screw feeders displays the following standout features:
- Standard capacity up to 20,000 lbs
- Tapered screw feeders push materials to the center of the bins
- Open-channel frame
- FPEC food valve available to regulate flow of live bottom hopper
- 100% stainless steel construction
Instead of manually pulling inlet materials out of your hopper, upgrade to an FPEC live bottom machine with screw feeders. Your team will spend less time walking floor paths to unclog machines and can instead focus on more valuable tasks.
Dry Hopper
Every detail of the FPEC dry hopper is carefully thought out and intentional. Our experts designed our dry hopping machine for maximum durability and sanitary performance. Built from heavy-duty stainless steel and polished for easy cleaning, it meets the high standards of industry-leading food processors.
Key features of our dry hopper include:
- Four cubic foot standard dry hopper, with other sizes available
- Allows for vacuum loading of dry ingredients into a vacuum mixer
- Unique grate for bag loading
- Hinged cover to maintain pressure and sanitation
- Polished or bead blast finish
- Open channel design
Our easy-to-clean chamber makes maintaining the quality of your product much simpler. Built for the demands of food processing, this dry-hopping vessel delivers consistent performance while supporting strict cleanliness standards.
Conical Hopper
FPEC’s conical hopper is made for demanding industrial environments and offers a series of practical design features, including the following:
- Cone-shaped hopper with capacities up to 15,000lbs
- Corner-free design promotes efficient evacuation of difficult products
- Single or multiple outlet options available
- Standard 6″–10″ diameter outlets
- FPCE food valve available to regulate flow
- Manual and integrated control-panel variations available
- Convenient open-channel design
- Polished or bead-blasted finish
- 100% stainless steel fabrication
The large-diameter outlet and rugged construction of our industrial hopper make it reliable for a wide range of use cases. It will hold up against the rigours of your intended application, guaranteed.
Cart Hopper
FPEC’s cart loading hopper comes with the following features:
- 304 stainless steel hopper
- Available in any size from 250lbs to 2,500lbs
- All open channel design
- Available as a stationary hopper or portable style with casters
We tailor our equipment to meet our clients’ critical needs. Unlike some manufacturers that offer a cart and hopper separately, we’ve devised a combined unit for maximum efficiency. Our hopper pulls easily, so you can reposition it to the ideal location within your workflows.
Essential Benefits of Our Vibratory Feeder Hopper
Food-processing clients trust our hoppers and material-moving systems due to the distinct benefits they offer. When you install a custom hopper from FPEC, you'll unlock the following advantages:
- Reduced labor demands: Automated product transfer minimizes manual lifting and handling
- Improved efficiency: Consistent flow of materials supports faster, more reliable production cycles
- Enhanced food safety: Sanitary stainless steel surfaces help decrease contamination risks
- Long-term dependability: Heavy-duty construction minimizes downtime and replacement costs
- Flexible integration: Customizable dimensions and add-ons align with existing line layouts
When you need high-performing machinery that fits into your existing product workflows, FPEC is the clear choice.
The Value of Partnering With FPEC
FPEC has been serving clients in the food-processing industry for decades. We provide equipment that blends precision engineering with a deep understanding of plant operations. Our industry-leading hoppers reflect a commitment to solving the challenges processors face on the production floor every day.
Our commitment to client success is what truly sets us apart. In addition to delivering world-class equipment, our support teams stand behind every product, promising ease of integration and a strong return on investment.
A partnership with FPEC is an investment in the future of your business. Achieve more with our feeder flow hopper and other custom equipment.
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Overcome Your Food-Handling Challenges With FPEC
Is your food production line due for an upgrade? FPEC's equipment simplifies operations and enables higher throughput. Our food-processing hoppers can give your team the dependable, sanitary, efficient systems it needs to meet rising demand.
Now is the time to make the move toward greater productivity and improved safety. Our team is ready to work with you to find a hopper solution that fits your facility's unique layout. Contact us today to place your order or request more information.