Wolf-tec Load Bins

We offer a variety of vacuum loading options such as the industry’s only full-port 6” and 8” sanitary vacuum load valves and material transfer systems. The modular design allows you to “expand” the system as you grow your business and increase equipment requirements.  Other options include our vacuum loading bins and highly accurate loading cells. Our loading bins are the quickest and safest solution for handling your products. Heavy gauge stainless steel containers integrate simple 6″ or 8″ diameter camloc hoses and feature a steep slope for effortless loading into the Polar Massagers. Bins are either stationary or equipped with casters for maneuverability. Additional load cells can be added for precise product weight verification and control.

Features & Benefits

  • Custom sizes and shapes made to order
  • Captive drain plugs for easy cleaning
  • Automatic or manual valves are available
  • Wolf-tec quality and workmanship

Options & Models

  • 1000-20000 lbs. models available

Wolf-tec Polar Vacuum Loading System

Finally, vacuum loading that is fast, efficient and absolutely sanitary. It is the new industry standard in vacuum loading technology.  We manufacture the industry’s only full-port 6″ and 8″ sanitary vacuum valves. Our vacuum valve and connection systems are designed to provide you with the highest levels of hygiene. Built entirely of polished stainless steel, our systems can be completely disassembled quickly and simply without any tools. Daily cleaning is easily accomplished, ensuring total hygiene. All welds are ground flush and the entire product contact area is polished smooth to reduce any risk of microbial attachments.We designed of these modular valves to allow you to use them in a stand- alone or as a complete “system.” Both one-way and two-way (Y) valve assemblies are available. The unique two-way valve provides the advantage of allowing a single bin to be used to load multiple systems. By stacking valves, a single bin can load two, four, six and even eight systems. The result is reduced manpower and minimum floor space requirements.

Features & Benefits

  • 6″ and 8″ diameter
  • Full port
  • Sanitary design
  • Single and dual piston configurations
  • Air-actuated
  • Cam-loc or Merinox fittings
  • Load multiple machines automatically from one load source without bridging connections
  • Quick and easy disassembly and cleaning
  • Very low maintenance and spare parts usage
  • Polished 316L stainless steel to #4 finish
  • Optional sequencing controls

Weighing & Packaging

Revamp your weighing and packaging processes with our extensive line of efficient and practical C.A.T.™ branded solutions.

QA Bench Scale

At JBT, we tackle the real-world challenges faced by a variety of industries. With our expertise and experience, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your system and maximize production with a highly automated, cost-effective approach.

Persistent issues such as low yields, product inconsistencies, unreliable production flow, and high maintenance and labor costs have challenged producers in primary food processing for years. Our diverse catalog of weighing and packaging machinery is designed to offer targeted solutions to suit your specific production needs. You can expect to see consequential improvements in your overall operation, including greater consistency and accuracy, higher yields, lower maintenance and labor costs, and superior functionality and consolidation between processes. 

Our C.A.T. weighing and packaging equipment catalog provides solutions to industry-specific challenges faced by those in the red meat, poultry, and seafood markets and offers superior all-around performance that will allow you to simplify your operation while increasing your output and bottom line.

Unprecedented Efficiency at Your Fingertips

In the primary food-processing industry, finding a balance between a productive yield and a fast turnaround can be tricky. That’s why our scales and packaging solutions are designed to increase efficiency at every level, while also putting the control in your hands. Superior automation technology significantly reduces downtime and labor costs, while extensive customizability allows you to tailor your production line to suit your particular needs.

From our top-of-the-line scales to our packaging solutions, our products are not just created to improve functionality on an individual level, but to streamline the entire process. With extensive configuration and setting options, our machines are perfectly crafted to fit seamlessly within your existing production line.

Features & Benefits

JBT’s state-of-the-art weighing and packaging systems are built with accuracy, efficiency, and functionality in mind. Available in a variety of configurations, our equipment integrates beautifully into your existing infrastructure, allowing you to customize your production line to meet your unique needs.

  • Accurate – Our scales and packaging solutions are precise, reliable, and consistent, giving you uniform results every time.
  • Cost-effective – By maximizing uptime and reducing manual labor requirements, JBT’s equipment can substantially improve your bottom line.
  • Versatile – Our scales, bulkers, and baggers are available in a range of configurations and are compatible with a variety of poultry, red meat, seafood, and non-meat products.
  • Efficient – Our weighing and packaging equipment quickly and reliably processes large volumes of product, allowing you to maximize your productivity and yields. Our Floor Scale and Hanging Floor Scale, for example, both have 5,000 lb. capacities.
  • Low maintenance – Built to maximize uptime and increase throughput, JBT’s scales use cutting-edge technology to limit the need for maintenance.
  • Hygienic – Our machines are designed to reduce the need for manual labor and traditional belt conveyors, allowing for efficient, sanitary movement of food products.

Ingenious Functionality, Comprehensive Solutions

Sometimes less is more. Our line of scales and packaging equipment sets new standards in efficiency by utilizing technology that gives you options and simplifies your processes. Our weighers offer unmatched flexibility, even when weighing awkward, heavier items like vats, boxes, and totes. Unparalleled accuracy and smart automation make our machines almost universally compatible with other brands. This means that you can use our equipment to modernize your entire lineup or integrate our technology with your existing system to meet your needs.

JBT – Your Partner in FoodTech

As an industry leader in FoodTech, JBT’s mission is to address our customers’ toughest challenges, constantly innovating and pushing the limits of what’s possible in the food-processing industry. JBT works across multiple markets and industries, serving a diverse range of clients and brands around the world.

We strive for excellence in everything we do and take pride in building long-lasting partnerships with our clients based on mutual trust, understanding, and respect. We take the time to get to know your unique challenges, needs, and markets so we can better serve you and your customers. Our cutting-edge technology, coupled with our genuine passion for what we do, delivers superior results for our partners every time. 

Experience & Expertise in Diverse Industries

Our history, which spans more than 100 years, has allowed us to work with a wide variety of clients from around the world. Our expertise in FoodTech spans multiple markets and industries, including:

Relentless Innovation, Superior Support

JBT does more than just manufacture top-of-the-line FoodTech equipment. Our commitment to innovation and cultivating new technologies truly sets us apart from the competition. When you partner with JBT, your success becomes our mission. You’ll have access to the very latest in advanced technology and FoodTech solutions, and our experts are available around the clock to assist you, providing the highest level of professional, personalized services and support.

Visit Our Centers of Research & Development

We prioritize our business relationships by offering you more than just equipment. We make sure that you have the resources you need to get the most out of your operation. With more than a dozen Research and Technology Centers around the globe, you’ll have the opportunity to test the latest technology and talk directly to our expert engineers.

At these high-tech facilities, you’ll have the chance to get up close and personal with our process and let us help you develop the solutions that will ensure you reach your goals.

Ongoing Support & Personalized Solutions

At JBT, we take our mission to heart. We don’t just offer quality machinery; we provide comprehensive solutions and support that targets your specific goals and concerns. We’re motivated to truly get to know you and your business so we can help you rise to the top of your industry.

Contact us today to join the JBT family!

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We’re here to help every step of the way.

C.A.T. 20″ x 20″ Bench Scale

Save space, time, effort, and money with JBT’s high-performance, compact digital bench scale

Accuracy and consistency are essential in every aspect of food processing, but nowhere are they more vital than in your weighing and packaging processes. You need to be able to rely on the effectiveness of your scales to ensure product uniformity and quality. The C.A.T. 20” x 20” Bench Scale from JBT delivers unrivaled precision and heavy-duty performance in a compact, portable design to meet your needs.

Built with durable stainless steel and equipped with the standard C.A.T. XTR IP69K Indicators, these scales offer the toughness and ease of use you need to get the job done right and efficiently. With ultra-sturdy adjustable legs, the option to choose from 8” x  8”, 10” x 10”, or 20” x 20” to verify weights, and the ability to weigh products in pounds, ounces, or kilograms, this digital bench-top scale is ideal for a wide variety of processing applications.

Take advantage of cost savings, improved performance, and unmatched versatility to reach new heights in your operations!

Features & Benefits

JBT’s C.A.T. 20” x 20” bench scale sets new standards for weighing technology in food processing systems. With a compact build, superior accuracy, heavy-duty performance, and the ability to audit and verify samples, you can bring your operations into the future while lowering cost of ownership and reducing your overall footprint.

  • Built to last – Fitted with a C.A.T. XTR IP69K Indicator, the C.A.T. 20” x 20” Bench Scale can stand up to heavy-duty cleaning, high water pressure, and extreme heat.
  • High-quality materials – With heavy-duty steel construction including a flat stainless-steel platter, the system is highly sanitary, resistant to environmental damage, and durable.
  • Efficient space-saving design – Don’t let its compact design fool you; this bench scale has a 20” x 20” platform that can handle capacities up to 250 lbs, allowing you to make the most of your space. 
  • NTEP approved – Our scale complies with important regulatory standards for weighing equipment and has been tested and certified by an approved NTEP testing laboratory.
  • Flexible application – This portable bench scale comes with adjustable legs and first-rate casters, allowing you to position the scale to optimize your specific production line(s).
  • Accurate weighing and measuring – This scale comes with a bench-top indicator neck and a non-programmable indicator that ensures accurate weight data in lbs, ounces, or kgs depending on your needs and preferences.

Efficient, Versatile, & Cost-effective

When it comes to developing food processing solutions, JBT has always gone above and beyond to meet the ever-growing demands of highly competitive markets around the world. But utilizing cutting-edge, technologically advanced equipment doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your bottom line. True innovation is about giving you the solutions you need to face the toughest challenges in your industry while saving you time and money. That’s why Our C.A.T. 20” x 20” digital bench scale offers you:

  • Unmatched accuracy
  • Compact and portable design
  • Reduced footprint and labor costs
  • Easy-to-clean stainless-steel surfaces
  • Customizable functionality
  • Lower total cost of ownership
  • And much more!

FAQs

What is the weight capacity of the C.A.T. 20” x 20” Bench Scale?

Though its small footprint and portable design may suggest minimal efficacy when weighing heavier units, this machine can easily handle up to 250 pounds. Its indicator can also report results in pounds, ounces, and kilograms depending on your needs, allowing you flexibility and saving you the hassle of time-wasting conversions. The scale is constructed with sturdy materials that not only allow it to precisely weigh and verify your products, but also won’t succumb to wear and tear from power washing and other harsh cleaning processes.

Are these scales NTEP approved?

Yes. As an industry-leading FoodTech manufacturer, one of JBT’s primary objectives is to develop processing solutions that comply with government regulations and meet the toughest industry standards. Our expert product developers and engineers designed the C.A.T. 20” x 20” Bench Scale to ensure it conforms to standard requirements in the United States and around the world, and it has been independently tested and certified by the NTEP.

Is the C.A.T. digital bench scale available in other sizes? 

Yes! At JBT we understand that one solution rarely fits all. That’s why we prioritize giving our customers a range of options so they can find the perfect piece of equipment to suit their particular production goals and plant needs. Our C.A.T. stainless-steel bench scale is available in sizes 8” x 8”, 10” x 10”, and 20” x 20”.

JBT: Comprehensive FoodTech Solutions for the Future

For over a century, JBT has worked diligently to build our reputation as a customer-focused industry leader in FoodTech. We’re always finding new ways to improve existing food-processing technologies and developing new automated solutions that will help our partners save time and money, increase performance and capacity, and gain a competitive edge in their markets.

Working with JBT, you’ll have the chance to:

  • Choose from our extensive catalog of premium equipment
  • Customize production designs and approaches
  • Integrate equipment from a variety of different brands to optimize your production lines
  • Easily access replacement parts and equipment components to keep your operations running smoothly

But we don’t just manufacture cutting-edge, versatile technologies and machinery. We’re also committed to providing the highest level of customer care and support. Take advantage of JBTs personalized services, including upgrade kits, replacement parts, service and maintenance, and specialized training.

Visit Our High-Tech Research Centers

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we want to ensure that you get access to our behind-the-scenes operation and get a personalized look at our processes. JBT is proud to operate more than a dozen global Research and Technology Centers. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to visit these facilities and work directly with our experts, get a look at our newest technology, test our machines, and try out different production-line set ups.

Take Advantage of Our Industry-Recognized Support Team

If our long history in FoodTech has taught us anything, it’s that meeting your business goals and carving out a unique advantage in competitive markets requires trusted business relationships and individualized support. JBT’s expert support team is globally known for their in-depth knowledge, attention to detail, and personalized approach to customer service.

As a member of the JBT family, you’ll have access to our incredible team 24/7 so that you can get the assistance and insight you need anytime, anywhere. Don’t hesitate to contact us to see how JBT can help you reach your full processing potential.

C.A.T. C.A.T. Baggers

Weigh, batch, and package products with outstanding accuracy and efficiency with JBT’s C.A.T. bagging systems

The FoodTech machinery you use should improve both your process efficiency and your end-product quality at each and every stage in your production line(s). JBT’s comprehensive collection of bulkers and baggers do just that. With targeted solutions to meet your specific processing needs, you can achieve higher outputs and superior product uniformity while saving labor and reducing costs.

Our bagging systems are designed to streamline your operations. Simply identify your target weight per package and let the equipment do the rest! Built with sturdy stainless-steel hoppers and equipped with durable 250-pound load cells for maximum efficiency, JBT’s C.A.T. baggers are built to last for years. 

Minimize operating and maintenance requirements, increase output, and catapult your operations into the future!

Features & Benefits

JBT’s C.A.T. baggers offer processors unmatched efficiency and flexibility of use. With a wide range of customizable options and configurations, you’ll see significantly increased uptime, greater accuracy, and streamlined functionality. Regardless of your specific application and with the right configuration, you can use our line of baggers to optimize your system and meet your production goals. Some features and benefits include:

  • High-speed application – JBT’s baggers offer rapid processing of up to 12 bags per minute with minimal manual labor requirements for increased efficiency.  
  • Sturdy operation – Machines are fitted with 250 lb. load cells, allowing them to function accurately at high levels of operational pressure.
  • Quality materials – Sleek, stainless-steel weight and buffer hoppers provide superior hygiene and functionality.
  • Durability – Delrin hopper gates offer reliable long-term usage.
  • Adaptability through automation – The system’s air pressure regulator (with auto dump) keeps your machine working at optimal internal levels.
  • Customizable configurations – Hoppers come in sizes of 15, 30, or 70 lb. capacities and can be fitted with dimpled or smooth surfaces.
  • Accessibility – Valve boxes offer easy access points for maintenance and inspection.

Seamless Integration For Diverse Processing Needs

At JBT, one of our primary goals is to prioritize flexibility and simplicity so that our customers can easily integrate new equipment and technology into their production lines with minimal disruptions. Our collection of baggers and bulkers is no exception. You can easily integrate and synchronize these advanced bagging solutions with other C.A.T. weighing equipment to achieve optimal efficiency and create your own ideal configuration. Whether you’re bagging wings or dispensing fish into totes, our automated solutions are built to limit operating costs and boost performance!

FAQs

How many operators are needed for the Tabletop Bagging System?

The Tabletop Bagging System is designed to fit in seamlessly with your existing operation while reducing manual labor requirements. The table is fed by a VACCAT vacuum chamber and has pounds-per-hour software that can increase your output of up to 10,000 pounds per hour with only one operator per station. When synchronized with other C.A.T. weighing equipment, you can integrate up to 4 stations in your assembly line, significantly expanding your output capabilities while reducing labor costs. 

What are the production speeds of each bagger?

Each of the four models in our collection of baggers is designed to maximize efficiency and yield. Here are the respective bags-per-minute ratings of each individual machine:

  • C.A.T. Single Bagger – 6 bags per minute
  • C.A.T. Dual Bagger – 12 bags per minute (with 2 operators)
  • C.A.T. Dual Bulker/Bagger (MultiCAT) – 6 bags per minute with a capacity of up to 6 bags per side (12 total)
  • C.A.T. Tabletop Bagger – 10,000 pounds per hour from your rake table, when coupled with a C.A.T. VACCAT

Are C.A.T baggers and bulkers customizable?

Yes. At JBT, we pride ourselves on our ability to develop solutions that are targeted to specific challenges and concerns. That’s why our line of baggers and bulkers can be customized to suit your individual operation. With options for both single and dual baggers, smooth or dimpled hopper surfaces and sizes, a broad range of automation capabilities, and more, you can optimize your system for your needs. Also integrate other machinery to further increase your processing potential and improve your bottom line.

JBT –Your Trusted FoodTech Partner

The food and beverage industry is among the most competitive and demanding environments in the world. Food processors face constantly changing regulations and safety standards, evolving consumer expectations, and fierce competition. That’s why we constantly strive for collaboration with our customers, helping them reach their goals and carve out their unique competitive advantage. 

Join Us at Our Global Research Hubs

When you decide to work with JBT, you’re joining a collaborative community of innovators and industry leaders. You’re becoming part of the larger JBT family. We welcome you to visit our Research and Technology Centers and work alongside our experts as you try out new machines, configurations, processing strategies, and recipes.

Unmatched Customer Support

JBT is known for more than our state-of-the-art, innovative machinery. We’re also globally recognized for our comprehensive and reliable customer support. Our knowledgeable team of experts is here to offer you 24/7 support and services to help you reach the very top of your industry.

Contact us to speak with our specialists and become a JBT partner today!

C.A.T. Bi-Directional Frame Scale

Weigh and accumulate product and dumps to one side until target weight is reached and then dumps to opposite side to target weight while operator is moving full combo. Total weight and combo’s displayed on screen while running.

Features & Benefits

  • (2) 250 lb. load cell
  • Stainless steel bi-directional weigh hopper with stainless steel buffer hopper
  • Delrin hopper gates
  • Air valve box
  • Air pressure regulator with auto dump

Options & Models

  • Options:
  • Label print
  • Internal/stand-alone printer cabinet

C.A.T. C.A.T. Indexing Scale

Features & Benefits

  • 250 lb. load cells
  • Stainless steel weigh hopper with stainless steel buffer hopper
  • Valve box
  • Air pressure regulator with auto dump
  • Product chute
  • Delrin hopper gates

Options & Models

  • Indexing Conveyor

C.A.T. C.A.T. Pick-Up Scale

Weigh product prior to injecting and weight is auto recorded, inject product and then weigh injected product and scale will auto figure percentage and record in database with time/date stamp.  Data can be uploaded to USB drive. 

Features & Benefits

  • Pick–up data software
  • USB data collection
  • 20 x 20 base
  • 250 lb. load cell
  • Stainless steel construction
  • Adjustable frame with rear casters

C.A.T. C.A.T. Tabletop Bagger

Weighing hopper scale that operator pulls product into hopper and makes weight to target and pushes button and product drops into bag or box.

Features & Benefits

  • Small buffer-less single bagger
  • C.A.T. XTR indicator (IP69K wash-down rating)
  • Sits on floor next to table
  • Product is raked off directly into the weigh hopper

Options & Models

  • Options:
  • Two, four, six or eight station stainless steel table
  • Take-away conveyor for bags