Vortex Washing Machine
Vortex, bubble and multi-stage spray combined in a curved tank with filtration and auto top-up.
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Bubble and Spray Washing
Bubble & Spray Fruit and Vegetable Washing Machine
Air bubbles do the work here. Compressed air rises through the tank as a curtain that lifts product apart and keeps it tumbling, so soil comes off every surface instead of only where the produce touches the belt. A water pipe above the belt adds a continuous spray rinse, and belt speed sets how long each item stays in the wash. The same machine handles leafy, granular and root vegetables, pickles, chilli, fruit and seafood, from 0 to 3,000 kg per hour across five belt lengths.
0–3000kg/h throughput
0.75–1.8kW power range
1800–6000mm belt length
SUS304Mesh belt
Key Numbers
Throughput, Power and Size
Five belt lengths cover very different production scales while sharing one washing principle.
3000kg/hMaximum throughput
0.75–1.8kWDrive and air power
6000mmLongest belt
380VSupply voltage
Overview
Air Bubbles and Top Spray Over a Stainless Mesh Belt
Product is submerged as it travels the length of the tank. Bubbles keep it moving and separated; the spray above the belt rinses the loosened soil away; the belt carries clean product out of the tank and on to the next station.
- Bubble curtain from the tank floorAir released along the bottom lifts product apart and breaks up clumps, so soil is released from the whole surface rather than one contact point.
- Continuous top sprayA water pipe above the belt sprays the product as it travels, washing off what the bubbles have lifted.
- Adjustable washing timeA reduction motor drives the belt, so belt speed — and therefore soak and spray time — is tuned to the product and its soil load.
- One-operator operationLoad at the infeed, monitor the discharge, and let the belt do the rest. An emergency stop is fitted as standard.
Technical Data
VBWM-2500 Through VBWM-6000 Compared
Five models in one family. Figures are taken directly from the machine datasheet.
| Parameter | VBWM-2500 | VBWM-3000 | VBWM-4000 | VBWM-5000 | VBWM-6000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 0.75 kW | 1 kW | 1.1 kW | 1.5 kW | 1.8 kW |
| Voltage | 380V | 380V | 380V | 380V | 380V |
| Throughput | 0–500 kg/h | 500–800 kg/h | 800–1000 kg/h | 1500–2000 kg/h | 2500–3000 kg/h |
| Weight | 200 kg | 400 kg | 640 kg | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Dimensions | 1800 × 1000 × 1500 mm | 3000 × 1200 × 1600 mm | 4000 × 1010 × 1550 mm | 5000 × 1010 × 1550 mm | 6000 × 1010 × 1550 mm |
| Body material | 304 stainless steel, food grade | ||||
| Conveyor | SUS304 stainless mesh belt, smooth running and long life | ||||
| Washing action | Air bubble curtain with overhead water spray | ||||
| Drive | Reduction motor, belt speed adjustable to set wash time | ||||
| Safety | Emergency stop switch fitted as standard | ||||
Belt length is selected against your throughput and available floor space. The machine can be combined with other equipment in the line to make a continuous process.
Exclusive to This Model
How the Bubble and Spray Zones Work Together
Washing happens in three stages along one belt. Understanding them makes belt length and speed straightforward to specify.
| Aspect | Zone 1: Bubble Wash | Zone 2: Spray Rinse | Zone 3: Belt Discharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Function | Submerge, lift and separate product so soil releases from every surface | Rinse loosened soil and fine debris from the product surface | Carry clean product out of the tank and on to the next station |
| Water source | Recirculated tank water agitated by compressed air | Overhead pipe spray fed along the length of the belt | No water; product drains as it leaves |
| Adjustable | Air volume and bubble intensity | Spray flow along the belt | Belt speed, which sets total wash time |
| Products handled | Leafy, granular and root vegetables, fruit, pickles, chilli, seafood | All products on the belt | All products on the belt |
| Typical soaking and colour work | Simultaneous soaking and colour-setting where required | Final surface rinse | Transfer to cutting, drying or packing |
| Operator role | Set air and belt speed before the run | Check spray coverage at the start of the shift | Monitor the discharge and remove rejects |
Longer belts hold product in the bubble and spray zones for more time, which suits heavier soil loads. For a set throughput, choose the belt that gives both the wash time and the floor footprint your line can accept.
Advantages
Designed for One-Operator Continuous Washing
Four features that make the machine simple to run and to keep running.
Gentle on Soft Produce
Bubbles lift product without mechanical brushing, so strawberries, peaches and leafy greens keep their shape and surface.
Adjustable Wash Time
The reduction motor lets you slow the belt for a heavy soil load or speed it up for a light one, without changing the machine.
Emergency Stop Fitted
A safety switch stops the machine immediately, and the belt and tank are guarded for normal production use.
Low Maintenance Cost
Few wearing parts, accessible drive and a simple tank mean servicing takes little time away from production.
Applications
Leafy, Granular and Root Vegetables Plus Seafood
One belt handles a wide product list, which is why this model is common on mixed lines.
Vegetables and Fruit
Root, leafy and granular vegetables plus apples, dates, peaches, strawberries and pineapple, with soaking and colour-setting where needed.
Seafood
Fish and shrimp washed in the bubble tank without the surface damage that comes from mechanical brushing.
Pickles and Prepared Foods
Pickles, chilli and brined vegetables washed, soaked and rinsed before curing, cutting or further processing.
Ordering and Cover
Support, Spares and Warranty
The machine is shipped tested, with the documentation needed to run and clean it correctly.
Shipping
Machines are crated for sea or road freight, and smaller items can move by air express with tracking.
Spare Parts
A spare parts kit ships with the washer, and belts, pumps and spray components are available afterwards.
12-Month Warranty
Major parts are replaced within the warranty period, and technical help continues online for the life of the machine.
Training Material
Operating, cleaning and daily care are covered by video and written instructions supplied with the machine.
- Belt selectionSend your throughput and available length and we will size the belt for you.
- Line integrationGive us the infeed and outfeed heights and the machine will be set to match your conveyor.
- Volume termsAgreed per order against quantity and destination — send your target volume and port.
- OEM and ODMBody finish, nameplate and documentation can be branded to your company.
FAQ
Bubble & Spray Washer Questions
Compressed air is released along the bottom of the tank and rises as a curtain of bubbles. The bubbles lift product apart, break up clumps and keep the produce tumbling, so soil is released from the whole surface rather than only from the underside resting on the belt.
A reduction motor drives the mesh belt, and belt speed is adjustable, so the time a product spends under the spray is set by how fast the belt runs. Slower belt means longer wash time for heavily soiled loads; faster belt suits lightly soiled produce and higher output.
Choose by throughput and by the space your line allows: VBWM-2500 and VBWM-3000 for smaller operations up to 800 kg per hour, VBWM-4000 for around 1,000 kg per hour, and VBWM-5000 or VBWM-6000 for 1,500 to 3,000 kg per hour. All five share the same washing principle.
Yes. The bubble action is gentle, there are no mechanical brushes on the mesh belt version, and belt speed can be slowed. Strawberries, peaches and leafy greens can be washed and simultaneously soaked and colour-set.
One operator can load the infeed and monitor the discharge. An emergency stop switch is fitted, and the machine can be linked to the next station so the product flows without manual transfer.
The body is built in 304 stainless steel and the conveyor is a SUS304 stainless mesh belt, both chosen for food contact, corrosion resistance and easy cleaning.
The machine carries a 12-month warranty from delivery with replacement of major parts, a spare parts kit, operating and cleaning videos and lifetime online technical support.
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More Washing Machines in the Range
If the product needs brushing, high-pressure jets or ozone rather than bubbles, compare these models.
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View modelSee the full comparison on the Fruit & Vegetable Washing Machines range page.