Case Study: Enhancing Betel Nut Gradation with Sivtek Vibro Separator

Introduction

The betel nut, also referred to as areca nut, is one of the most popular products consumed in India and is primarily used with betel leaf (commonly known as paan). Betel nuts are consumed as part of religious rituals and traditional practices. One of the biggest issues in the betel nut processing industry in India is providing proper gradation to produce consistent quality through proper manual sorting. Manual sorting techniques often lead to lengthy processes, varying labor costs, and inconsistent product quality.

The case study will highlight the innovative intervention made by Galaxy Sivtek through the Sivtek Vibro Separator in solving manual gradation issues faced by a leading betel nut processor, thereby providing better efficiency, quality of output, and reduced operating costs.

Client’s Challenges

India’s leading betel nut processing unit carries out sorting and grading of nuts exclusively by manual labor. But with development of demand and production, the manual method was no longer sustainable for the following reasons:

1. Inconsistent Quality – Human errors resulted in uneven sorting, which affected the final product quality.
2. High Labor Dependency – Needs a big work force, which means lots of operational expenses.
3. Time-Consuming Process – Manual sorting was slow, creating bottlenecks in production.
4. Scalability Issues – Manually scaling production was ineffective and very expensive.

The client was looking for an automated mechanism that can provide high-quality gradation while speed and low labor dependence remain paramount concerns, and there should be no compromise on accuracy.

Galaxy Sivtek’s Solution: Sivtek Vibro Separator

Based on the client’s requirements, Galaxy Sivtek offered the Sivtek Vibro Separator which is a high performance sieving machine suitable for accurate particle separation. The Vibro Separator brought along with it many benefits:

Key Features & Benefits

• High-Efficiency Gradation – Utilizing cutting-edge vibratory motion, this machine sorts betel nuts into various sizes with impressive accuracy.
• Minimal Human Intervention – Reduces labor dependency and eliminates human errors.
• Faster Processing – Processes a bigger volume in a shorter duration than manual sorting.
• Customizable Mesh Sizes – Grade as desired per prevailing standards (small, medium, and large).
• Hygienic & Contamination-Free – Constructed from food-grade stainless steel, ensuring the safety of your products.
• Low Maintenance & Energy Efficient – A design to survive and minimize downtime.

Implementation & Results

The Sivtek Vibro Separator was set up and immediately produced noticeable results for the client:

1. Improved Product Quality

• It ensured that gradation was consistent and accurate, never allowing undersize or oversize nuts in batches.
• Product uniformity with greater customer satisfaction turned into market competitiveness.

2. Increased Production Efficiency

• There was a 60-70% boost in processing speed, which allowed the client to meet demand without any delays.
• The automation system cut down on manual labour, thus saving on operational costs.

3. Cost Savings & ROI

• Automating has resulted in a labour cost reduction of 40%.
• With lower maintenance expenses and energy-efficient operations, the return on investment (ROI) came quickly

4. Scalability for Future Growth

• The Vibro Separator was modular and could be integrated easily into existing production lines.
• Thus, the client could scale production even without worrying about quality.

Conclusion

The Vibro Separator from Galaxy Sivtek changed how our client processed quality betel nut. Automated, high-precision sorting replaced manual sorting with:

• Better quality in betel nut gradation
• Fast production at lower labor cost
• Enhanced profitability and the ability to scale up

This case study tells us how the automation and enhanced sieving technology can improve traditional food processing industries with efficiency, consistency, and growth.

About Galaxy Sivtek

Galaxy Sivtek is a leader in industrial sieving and filtration solutions. We provide leading-edge technology to many industries, including food, pharmaceutical, chemical, etc. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Sivtek machines enhance productivity while maintaining the highest industry standards.

For more information on Sivtek Vibro Separator and other sieving solutions, contact Galaxy Sivtek today!