Automated Ice Rake Delivery System India
Praj Refrigeration Industries offers state-of-the-art Automated Rake Delivery Systems for industrial ice storage. Our systems are engineered to facilitate the automatic leveling and discharge of Flake Ice, ensuring a continuous and hassle-free supply of ice to your production line or transportation trucks with minimal manual intervention.
Description
The System discharge Ice via Screw conveyors as per requirements. These systems are available in the capacities ranging from 10 ton to 250 Ton Storage capacity.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Storage Capacity | 10 Tons to 250 Tons |
| Control System | Automated PLC Controlled |
| Discharge Method | Screw Conveyors/td> |
| Application | Uniform leveling and controlled discharge of Ice |
An automated rake delivery system is a PLC-controlled gantry crane fitted with a horizontal rake that travels across the top of an ice storage silo and discharges ice on command. It moves ice from silo to dispatch trucks, packing lines or downstream process equipment without manual handling.
Praj rake delivery systems are integrated with the parent ice plant PLC for automatic level monitoring and load balancing. Travel distance typically 6 to 24 metres. Discharge rates 5 to 50 TPD. Drive: SEW Eurodrive or Bonfiglioli gearmotors.
Specifications & Range
| Parameter | Standard | Custom Range |
|---|---|---|
| Travel distance | 6 to 24 metres | Up to 40 m on request |
| Discharge rate | 5 to 50 TPD | Up to 100 TPD |
| Rake width | 1.5 to 3 m | Per silo width |
| Drive | SEW Eurodrive / Bonfiglioli | Branded gearmotor + VFD |
| Control | SIEMENS / DELTA PLC | Integrated with ice plant |
| Construction | SS 304 contact parts | SS 316 for marine atmospheres |
Where Rake Delivery Systems Are Essential
High-volume operations where manual ice handling cannot keep up.
Fishery
Continuous dispatch to trucks at port.
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Bulk discharge into ready-mix trucks.
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24/7 discharge to packing lines.
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Integrated with PUF silos.
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Compare with screw conveyor option.
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Pair with 10+ TPD plants.
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
How does a rake delivery system work?
A PLC-controlled gantry crane with a horizontal rake travels across the top of the ice silo. On command, the rake lowers, drags ice toward the discharge chute and lifts back. The cycle repeats automatically based on ice level and dispatch demand.
What travel distance can be covered?
Standard 6–24 metres. Custom builds up to 40 metres for large silos.
What is the maximum discharge rate?
Standard models discharge 5–50 TPD. Heavy-duty configurations reach 100 TPD for large fishery and concrete-cooling installations.
Is the system explosion-proof for ammonia plants?
The rake mechanism is mechanical and inherently safe. Electrical components (motors, sensors) can be ATEX-rated on request for hazardous areas.
Can it integrate with our existing ice plant PLC?
Yes. Praj rake systems integrate with SIEMENS or DELTA PLCs via Modbus, Profibus or hard-wired I/O. Customer scope: provide the parent PLC tag list.
What is the typical installation timeline?
4–6 weeks manufacturing, plus 5–10 days site installation and commissioning.
Ready to specify your ice plant?
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