Present Burrito hand folding lines are labor intensive operations that are often costly and prone to personal injuries resulting from repetitive motion, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The Solbern Burrito Folding Machine automatically folds tortillas into finished Burritos. The Machine isa single lane configurationswith an output capacity of 60 Burritos per minute. Each lane consists of a series of folding platforms mounted on a specialized carrier chain providing an endless array. The tortillas are hand placed on each platform. The platforms convey the tortillas to a depositor station where the filling is deposited on the tortillas. A cam assembly hinges the front section of each platform to form the first fold over the filling. The platforms then rotate 90 degrees in preparation for the next folds. The platforms continue to a second cam assembly area where the second and third folds are performed. The hinged sections return to their original position in preparation for the transfer to the final fold stations. A lift arm in each platform transfers the partially folded Burrito onto a smooth conveyor belt, where the final folds will take place. The transfer is performed and a smooth belt conveys the Burrito to a set of jaws which folds the Burrito. The Burrito is released by the jaws and continues on the smooth conveyor to a second set of jaws where the final fold is performed, producing a finished Burrito. The Solbern Burrito Folding Machine produces a consistently uniform product to your product specifications.
Single lane operation
Speed: up to 60 burritos a minute depending on application
42 product plates, each plate performs 3 folds
Plate dimensions:
Diameter: 11 inches
Bottom folder: approximately 3.5 inches
Side folders: approximately 2.5 inches
Lifting platen for product placement onto roller belt
Eagle claw and smooth belt final burrito roller system
Plate rotator for proper folding and product placement
Product depositing zone with Guillotine cut off
Approximate current diameter: 1.75 inches (change parts can be purchased for other sizes)
