From conception to installation, our expertise adapted to your needs
ROBOTIZATION - GRADING - WEIGHING - SUPERVISIOR - CONVEYING - HANDLING
Summary CALIBRA line Tripod Robot
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Grader/Weight Feeder
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Compact Grader
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Video Grader
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Overhead Grader
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Foie Gras Grader
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Linear Weigher
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Checkweigher
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Parcel Sorter
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Computerized Solution
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MECA line Loading Container
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Box Loader
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Stainless Steel Conveyors
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Cutting Equipment
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Workstation Layout
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Legend
We can accomplish whatever you can imagine‌ Established in Vendee, western France, since 1991, VENDEE CONCEPT, a company created by Christophe FAVRE, a specialist in the field of automated equipment for the food industry (poultry, seafood, meat, etc.).
Our team of expert professionals, dedicated to satisfying your production needs, takes charge of executing your projects while keeping in mind the optimization of your production capabilities, their first goal to achieve. The engineering department, consisting of qualified engineers, offers you expert technical solutions in a timely manner, while conforming to applicable safety standards and hygiene regulations.
From design to installation, VENDEE CONCEPT offers its customers customized solutions which combine quality, performance, flexibility, safety and profitability.
We work to increase the productivity of your business as per your working conditions. VENDEE CONCEPT constantly innovates: with the right equipment, your operators’ activity is facilitated while the risks linked to your line of business are minimized.
Poultry Thermoformed products Meat/Meat packing Product of the sea Live poultry Bakery Chocolate confectionary Duck
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Being a business with constantly increasing export figures, VENDEE CONCEPT offers its global customers local support through its large international network of distributors and agents.
From design to installation, we are your unique contact… Initially established as an artisanal company whose business core is the manufacturing of grading equipment, VENDEE CONCEPT is now an SME with a diversified know-how: • Dynamic weighing • Computerized and video-assisted steering • Ejection technology • Electronic and electrical mastery • Conveying and steering by belts • Motorization VENDEE CONCEPT applies its expertise and mastery as an OEM through two product lines: CALIBRA and MECA. Manufactured in house at our facilities, our machines are made of 314L or 316L stainless steel and are IP65 and IP67 waterproof. They can be supplied as an integral production line or as an interface with your existing equipment. Each new installation conforms to a set of specifications, to the requirements of the food product and to the volume of constraints the client requires.
Being your unique contact, VENDEE CONCEPT takes care of the technical aspects as well as the procurement, automation, assembly and commissioning of your installation. Such consistency makes us capable of reacting timely to meet your needs in the time demanded and to ensure follow up throughout all phases of your project. Our After Sales Service is at your disposal as soon as the installation is launched, during the warranty period and as needed for years after.
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The DELTA CALIBRA Tripod Robot The everlasting innovation Reinvent your production system Through its triple parallelogram operating arm, the DELTA CALIBRA robot combines weightlessness and speed: its video system allows it to automatically fill thermoformer cells or sleeve packs, thus ensuring the regular and adequate positioning of the product in its receptacle. Its operational radius is 575 mm to 800 mm, and this ensures its adaptability to a wide range of applications.
Fast and Lightweight The main advantage of the DELTA CALIBRA robot is its rate of 60 grips/min for a load of 5 kgs and 80 grips/min for a load of 2.5 kgs. Speed and accuracy enhance your productivity and exceed the yields of manual methods. Due to its reliability, the DELTA CALIBRA robot combines performance with excellent product quality, profitability and short ROI period.
FEATURES • Controlled axes: 3 axes + 1 rotary axis • Operational radius: 575 mm to 800 mm • Rotation angle: 360° • Video system • Pneumatic or electrical gripping • Gantry and security bracket
Can be connected to the CALIBRA CD grader to achieve combined constant weights
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CALIBRA CD, the Grader/Weight Feeder Improved performance Proven skills in the field of dynamic weighing As an innovator in the field of dynamic weighing, VENDEE CONCEPT lets you take advantage of extensive expertise, in line with your production needs.
A tool with multiple functions With its 99 grading programs, the CALIBRA CD offers the specificity of the cumulative weighing function: after programming the preset weight, it assembles the food products inside buffer tanks until the desired weight is reached.
A suitable layout In order to optimize its profitability, conveyors are arranged upstream and downstream of the weighing bridge according to the layout best suited to your plant’s requirements.
FEATURES • Weighing pan capability up to 12 kgs • Output up to 12,000 products/hour • Collecting channel or buffer trap for product collection • Management software offering a wide range of programming capabilities • Touch screen of 15’’ Options • Administrator • Labeler with stainless steel box • Recup DC software • Lighted pushbuttons board
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CALIBRA CC, the Compact Grader The technological performance Ergonomic and convenient Our Calibra CC is very simple to service. It is perfect for small and medium sized start-up businesses in the grading field.
Productive, efficient and adapted Composed of 6 to 8 ejection stations, in a left/right combination or online, the CALIBRA CC improves productivity and takes your space constraints into account. Thanks to its product detection capability by photocells, the CALIBRA CC determines the specificities of your products (size, weight) and adapts itself to your production configuration. This compact grader is capable of sorting various types of products, simultaneously and in large quantities. It represents an economic grading solution thanks to its optimal performance and its minimal space requirements.
FEATURES • Weighing pan capability up to 4.5 kgs • Output up to 6,000 products/hour • Overall length of 3,300 mm • Product ejection using concave flippers • Management software offering a range of 99 possible programming functions • Touch screen of 8’’ Options • Recup DC software • Labeler with stainless steel box • Lighted pushbuttons board for resetting capabilities after the filling process
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CALIBRA CV, the Video Grader The technological performance A different sorting vision Originally, VENDEE CONCEPT designed and launched the CALIBRA VIDEO to meet the demands of the North American oyster industry which required equipment to grade oysters by size and not by weight. Nowadays, the machine extended its functionality to other seafood items including scallops and crabs. Fitted with a video camera and an ejection conveyor, the CALIBRA CV analyzes the length and width of each piece of the products, sorts them and dispatches them by size to the various trays. The lighting system allows contrasting the color of the product to be photographed, hence defining its shape before dispatching it in a timely manner. By programming the desired grade and thanks to the real-time display capabilities of the management software, you have complete control of your production.
FEATURES • Output up to 18,000 products/hour • Camera with intuitive and precise setting • LED lighting system • Collecting channel or buffer trap for product collection • Image display system • Management software offering a wide range of programming capabilities
CALIBRA LA, the Overhead Grader Reliability and productivity An accurate and original weighing system Our CALIBRA LA allows freeing floor space thanks to its ceiling-mounted overhead conveyors.
One line, a variety of products The overhead dynamic weighing system is best suited for fresh products, whether cut or whole. The photocells allow detecting the presence of a variety of products on one line, hence helping define different types of products.
Productivity guaranteed The electronically controlled weighing bridge sorts the products by weight. The buffer channels, fitted with a trap, allow the temporary storage of the products whenever the preset discharge box weight is reached. The buffer traps release then the stored products as soon as the box is replaced.
FEATURES • Capability up to 12.5 kgs • Output up to 10,000 products/hour • Overhead conveyors fitted with mobile adjustable peaks • Simultaneous grading of several products • Automatic unloading units • Regulated version per Class Y(a) of the AWI - OIML R51 • Management software offering a wide range of programming capabilities • Touch screen of 15’’ Options • Recup DC software • Administrator
• Labeler with stainless steel box • Pushbuttons board
ossibility to adapt the weighing system to an existing overhead P line
The « Foie Gras » Grader A special tool for a special industry VENDEE CONCEPT adapts its products to the business of foie gras, a fine product that requires delicacy. It has therefore created a special production tool: the « special foie gras » overhead grader with Ertalyte tilting trays.
A special ejection system One of the unique capabilities of this overhead grader is its capability to weigh and cool the foie gras on line. The foie gras collected at the gutting station is placed one by one, in buckets on the overhead grader, later it is cooled at the sprinkler station and at several levels in order to promote space efficiency. The pneumatic unloading unit releases the bucket by way of tilting: the product is smoothly transferred to the collecting channel on the basis of a preset grade in the electronic control system. For maximum flexibility, a computer system manages the production, the identification and the transmission of information in real time.
FEATURES • Output up to 3,600 products/hour • Overhead grader fitted with Ertalyte trays • Pneumatic unloading unit • Automatic tray wash by rotating nozzles
CALIBRA ML, the Linear Weigher Perfect weighing The perfect solution VENDEE CONCEPT has designed the CALIBRA ML for the purpose of grading delicate products of small dimensions (ex., diced ham, diced emmental cheese, dried grapes...). The linear weigher batches doses of constant weight before transferring the batch to the loading area of the thermoformer.
FEATURES • Capability up to 3 kgs •O utput up to 1,200-1,800 doses/hour, depending on the product and the dose size • Management software offering a wide range of programming capabilities
Options • Feeding belt • Vibrating corridor for the segregation of products • Worm screw for sticky products • Tooling for filling sleeve packs (custom manufactured)
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CALIBRA T, the Checkweigher Grading tool zero default Ultra precision of the weighing The CALIBRA T sorts the product by weight and confirms or adapts the total weight of the batch.
Control of reliability by computer Fitted with a touch screen, this machine has the special capacity of ejecting any product not conforming to your requirements.
Stability and guide of products Fitted with a stabilizing belt, the CALIBRA T guarantees better handling of products and a higher degree of accuracy. The removal of the belt can be done without tools, hence ensuring optimal and simplified cleaning.
FEATURES • Output up to 12,000 products/hour • Stabilizing and weighing belt • Ejection function adapted to the type of product • Management Software for constant monitoring of results
Options • Metal detector • Pneumatic or air blower ejector • Printer
Custom manufacturing available
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CALIBRA TC, the Parcel Sorter Reliable and cost effective The CALIBRA TC is specially designed for your order preparation installation, regardless of your food industry.
An efficient identification system The CALIBRA TC can distribute the batches according to different criteria: product reference, client, distribution area, etc… The sorter is linked to a barcode reader, thus ensuring error-free box traceability. The possible saturation of a line is indicated by a signaling light and alarm. It is also possible to program several lines of load shedding for the same distribution area. When applicable, the ejection conveyor stops automatically, until it is decongested.
Better ergonomics The CALIBRA TC parcel sorter reduces the amount of parcel handling and maximizes space efficiently.
FEATURES • Output up to 3,000 products/hour • Multi-sized parcels • Equipment suitable for all types of loads and packaging • Data storage on • Personalized report creation • Graphical maintenance supervision in real-time Options • Bander • Taper
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THE COMPUTERIZED SOLUTION Our team of computer engineers developed a variety of programs for different applications. This highly skilled and experienced team offers a variety of software tools to enhance your production capabilities.
THE RECUP DC TOOL This computer file, directly connected to the graders, allows the real-time recovery of synthesis and production results.
THE ADMINISTRATOR PACK This allows the recovery of operating results sorted by grades, product, family, sub-family, tray and group as well as the analysis of your performance thanks to: – Gestprod software for data visualization – SQL Server Express database server – Reporting Services, the customizable status manager.
THE SUPERVISOR This supervisor is the perfect complement for the collection of data from our CALIBRA line. The program features a traceability and inventory management tool to streamline the production management function.
FEATURES • User-friendly interface running SQL • Possible connection to static scales, data entry terminals, labelers and barcode readers • Fully configurable user interface for perfect integration with the company system • Calculation of physical yields and comparison to the theoretical yield • Calculation of the production standard deviations • Representation of results in a graphical format • Data export capability to Excel • Production planning management tool
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The Loading Container Increased productivity Since 2007, VENDEE CONCEPT offers the industry, a highly competitive product: the Loading Container. This machine automates the receipt of live poultry into the slaughter line. The process of this loading container includes complementary elements that are essential to its effectiveness: lifting table, box transfer conveyor, box pusher, box chute, lift, pre-wash transfer system, container washer and container re-stacker. Its automation reduces maintenance costs as well as the physical labor of your personnel while sustaining the output rate.
FEATURES • Output: 20 containers/hour (poultry) and 50 containers/hour (turkey) •D imensions : 2400 mm x 1200 mm x variable height according to the number of stages • Weight up to 2,200 kgs/container •T he number of levels vary according to the box dimensions: – 4 to 5 levels of 24 to 30 boxes (size: 600 mm x 800 mm x 300 m) – 5 levels of 3 boxes (size : 1,150 mm x 750 mm x 220 mm) • Easy disassembly of driving and driven pinions • Antiskid platform • Automaton program for process management • Drive synopsis on touch screen with a diagnostic tool
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The Box Loader For optimal handling VENDEE CONCEPT offers an economical solution, suitable for your needs, aiming at automating your production lines. Simple and automated, the box loader can un-stack a number of box stacks at the unloading area. No manual action is required.
This ergonomic and reliable equipment suits all types of installations and greatly enhances the handling aid activity.
FEATURES • Output: 600 boxes/hour • Closed boxes dimensions: – 970 x 580 x 270 – 795 x 585 x 305 • Weight up to 350 kgs/stack of 9 boxes • Easy disassembly of driving and driven pinions • Antiskid platform • Automaton program for process management • Drive synopsis on touch screen with a diagnostic tool
Options • Washing unit • Box re-stacker
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Stainless Steel Conveyors Customized work In order to improve the efficiency of your production system and increase flexibility, VENDEE CONCEPT has designed its equipment while keeping in mind your company needs, your products and your location. Our expertise helped us perfectly master the technicalities of product conveying via the following equipment: elevating conveyor, curved conveyor (5 to 180°), scroll conveyor, retractable conveyor, overhead conveyor, dynamic stockpiling machine and cleats conveyor.
VENDEE CONCEPT offers you: – Free-turning or motorized conveyors – Modular or synthetic belt conveyors – Cardan chain or pallet conveyors
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Cutting Equipment The mole ball line The mole ball line is specifically designed to cut whole poultry products. It facilitates the operators’ work as each poultry product is inserted in a separate mole ball and the optimized inclination of the product allows the operator to perform a precise and waste-free cut.
FEATURES • HD 500 mole balls welded to a stainless steel slat elevator for better movement • The line is fitted with anti-vibration feet • Sheet metal protection and welded mesh at the ends and the sides of the mole ball line Options • Adjustable or fixed antiskid stuff platform • Complements our CALIBRA LA for hanging cut pieces
The slicer Developed by VENDEE CONCEPT, this equipment meets your needs as it adapts to different products (liners, skeletons, wings, legs...). VENDEE CONCEPT offers this machine as a precision tool while it is also safe for your operators, thanks to the built-in security features.
FEATURES • A double bucket chain conveyor for better removal • Motor gear brake of the brushless type • Circular blade • Frame with height adjustment
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WORKSTATION LAYOUT Redesign your employees working environment in order to enhance the productivity of your business... Work-related risks are numerous in the food industry. Slips and falls due to often wet floors as well as manual manipulation and handling functions, add to the full set of risks involved. In addition, the most common occupational injuries involve chronic back injury (heavy load lifting). These injuries generally cause work interruptions lost time, and require the company to reorganize production lines. VENDEE CONCEPT has developed a set of specific products adapted to the workstations of your operators, thus enhancing their working environment.
The tray elevator In order to avoid any redundant gestures, the tray elevator features a stack of trays on a simple roller capable of reaching an incline level of a sealer or a thermoformer. The stack can comprise a total of 5 trays, the weight of each tray being between 15 and 25 kgs. Easy to use, this functional elevator is operated by a pneumatic rodless cylinder; the tray rises by simply activating a push-button. Its frame is fitted with 4 pivoting wheels, allowing optimal mobility.
FEATURES • Lifting weight up to 200 kgs • Feeding by compressed air (6 bar) • Lifting height: 700 mm or 800 mm above the tray • Gripping height: 100 mm above the tray • Overall Depth: 670 mm • Overall height: 900 mm or 1,000 mm
« This elevator reduces the number of redundant gestures and physical exertion. It makes
work easier and our operators are very satisfied and particularly relieved. We are ready to reinvest in this type of equipment! » Site manager at SIALE Company
Options •P edal for the tray ascent and descent (thus avoiding any twisting or bending movement) • Possibility to adapt the tray based on the wheeler used *CRAM: Regional Sickness Insurance Fund. *AGEFIP: An Association managed by representatives of employees, employers and disabled people, the Agefiph provides services, financial aid as well as the support of a network of specialized professionals.
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The tray destacker The tray destacker helps decrease the work load of your operators. Its operation is quite simple; this tool allows unstacking of various stacks of trays on double rollers. The forks take over the roller and lift the stacks up to the clamps height. The boxes are sent to the operator through a free-turning zone. This equipment ensures a maximum level of productivity.
FEATURES • 304L stainless steel frame • Meshed protection with a secure gateway • Stainless steel lifting fork • Hollow shaft geared motor • Electrical and automation cabinet
Adjustable or fixed platform with a perch seating The standing position over long periods of time causes aches and pains for the operator, such as general muscular fatigue. The platforms are designed by VENDEE CONCEPT so that they can individually adjust to suit the height of the worker and the task at hand. This allows the operator to work in a balanced position. In order to enhance the overall comfort and ensure secure working conditions, VENDEE CONCEPT also offers a variety of perch seats which allow the operator to select from a multitude of positions and decrease the feeling of overall fatigue. The seat is made of soft polyurethane for maximum comfort. The seats are very stable ergonomical, minimize congestion. For a better grip, the coating is made of antiskid slatted green material.
FEATURES • Height adjustment at a pitch of 60 mm • Protective bar at the front of the platform • Stainless steel guardrails VENDEE CONCEPT manufactures this type of equipment to custom-suit your needs.
Work tables These tables are meant to be positioned around the machines. They have an adjustable height and are designed with materials suitable for the type of work your industry demands.
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North America Distributor: +00 1 506 393 6000 Spain Distributor: +00 34 93 565 03 75
Maghreb Distributor: (sector products of the sea) : +00 34 69 118 80 10 Africa Distributor (sector poultry) : +00 33 4 77 30 10 19
VENDﾃ右 CONCEPT SA
Asia/Australia Distributor: +00 6018 6387413 Turkey Distributor: +00 90 212 856 26 20
ZI Belle Place - 57, rue Alexander Fleming 85000 La Roche-sur-Yon - France Tﾃｩl. : +33 2 51 37 46 79 - Fax : +33 2 51 36 17 71 E-mail : vendeeconcept@vendeeconcept.com www.vendeeconcept.com