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360-Degree High-Pressure Washing
High-Pressure Spray Root Washing Machine
Heavy soil on root crops needs force, not friction. Root vegetables and fruit travel along a stainless mesh belt into a wash zone where multi-directional nozzles fire high-pressure water from several angles, lifting clay and grit from the skin. Suspended solids are filtered out of the return water so clean water is reused, and the crop leaves washed and ready for cutting, blanching, drying, freezing or packing. Six belt sizes cover 200 to 1,800 kg per hour, with nozzle angle and pump pressure adjustable per crop.
200–1800kg/h throughput
3–15m/min belt speed
5.1–13.1kW power range
SUS304Food-grade build
Overview
360-Degree Water Jets That Strip Soil Without Damaging the Skin
Three features separate a root crop washer from a general produce washer.
Full-Surround Spray
Multi-directional nozzles surround the belt, so the crop is cleaned on every side rather than only from above.
Pressure Set to the Crop
Pump pressure and nozzle angle are adjustable, so heavy clay can be blasted off while tender skins are washed at a gentler setting.
Water Kept in Service
Suspended solids are filtered from the return water and clean water is recovered, which lowers consumption on a continuous line.
Key Numbers
Belt Speeds and Throughputs Across Six Models
One platform scaling from a small ginger line to a large continuous root crop facility.
1800kg/hMaximum throughput
15m/minTop belt speed
13.1kWPeak installed power
8000mmLongest machine
Technical Data
HVWM-3000 to HVWM-8000 Specifications
Six belt lengths, one washing principle. Figures are taken directly from the machine datasheet.
| Parameter | HVWM-3000 | HVWM-4000 | HVWM-5000 | HVWM-6000 | HVWM-7000 | HVWM-8000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Throughput | 200–300 kg/h | 300–500 kg/h | 500–800 kg/h | 800–1000 kg/h | 1200–1500 kg/h | 1500–1800 kg/h |
| Power | 5.1 kW | 5.1 kW | 13.1 kW | 13.1 kW | 13.1 kW | 13.1 kW |
| Belt width | 600 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Belt speed | 3–15 m/min, adjustable on every model | |||||
| Dimensions | 3000 × 1000 × 1300 mm | 4000 × 1200 × 1400 mm | 5000 × 1200 × 1400 mm | 6000 × 1200 × 1400 mm | 7000 × 1200 × 1400 mm | 8000 × 1200 × 1400 mm |
| Weight | 300 kg | 400 kg | 500 kg | 600 kg | 700 kg | 800 kg |
| Voltage | Three-phase 220 / 240 / 380 / 400 / 415 / 440V or customised | |||||
| Material | SUS304 food-grade stainless steel for all food contact parts | |||||
| Optional belt widths | 600 / 800 / 1000 / 1200 mm or customised | |||||
| Washing system | 360-degree high-pressure water, nozzle direction adjustable | |||||
| Options | Removable washing shield, targeted nozzles, brush or vibration stage, ozone and disinfection | |||||
| Safety | Emergency stop switch for immediate shutdown | |||||
Belt width, nozzle layout and discharge height are specified with the order. Send the crop, its soil load and the required hourly throughput and we will confirm the model.
Exclusive to This Model
Nozzle Layout, Pressure and Belt Speed Guide
How the three settings combine into a wash programme for different root crops.
| Crop and condition | Nozzle arrangement | Relative pressure | Belt speed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger and turmeric, heavy clay | Full surround with targeted nozzles | High | Slow end of the range | Clay removed from crevices and knuckles |
| Potato and sweet potato | Top and side rows | Medium-high | Mid range | Soil lifted, skin and eyes left intact |
| Carrot and radish | Side rows angled along the belt | Medium | Mid to fast | Surface cleaned without scoring the skin |
| Onion and beetroot | Full surround, reduced pressure | Medium | Mid range | Outer skin preserved for storage |
| Tender or freshly lifted crops | Side rows only | Low | Adapted to the throughput | Cleaned gently to protect shelf life |
| Crops needing a hygiene step | As above plus ozone option | As required | As required | Soil removed and microbial load reduced |
The guidance above describes starting settings. Final pressure, nozzle angle and belt speed are set on site with your own crop, because soil type and harvest condition change the optimum more than the variety does.
Advantages
Engineered for Heavy, Continuous Soil Loads
Features that matter on a line running all day with muddy incoming crop.
Wide Water Tank
A generously sized reservoir supports continuous work and buffers changes in the incoming soil load.
Emergency Stop
A stop switch halts the machine immediately for safe clearing and cleaning access.
Stable Continuous Running
Consistent belt tracking and even spray coverage keep performance steady through a long shift.
Gentle on the Surface
Adjustable pressure protects the skin so the crop keeps its appearance and stores longer.
Operating Cycle
How a Root Crop Moves Through the Washer
Infeed, wash, recover water and discharge, all without stopping the line.
01
Infeed onto the Belt
Crop is loaded onto the stainless mesh belt, which spreads it into an even layer for consistent spray coverage.
02
High-Pressure Wash
The pump feeds the adjustable nozzles and water is directed from several angles to strip mud, grit and debris.
03
Filter and Recover
Return water is filtered so suspended solids are separated and clean water is recovered for reuse in the tank.
04
Discharge to the Next Stage
Washed product leaves the belt for cutting, blanching, drying, frying, freezing or packing, with optional crates or vibration handling.
Applications
Ginger, Turmeric, Potato and Other Root Crops
Sites that process root crops in volume, from washing through to the finished product.
Ginger and Turmeric
Fresh ginger including tender, mature and sprouted roots, yellow ginger and white ginger, washed before slicing, freezing or pickling.
Potato and Sweet Potato
Potato, sweet potato, taro, yam, carrot and radish with heavy soil loads, cleaned ahead of further processing.
Processing Facilities
Food processing plants, agricultural processing facilities, catering operations, central kitchens, frozen food plants and large vegetable processing sites.
The washer feeds clean crop straight into cutting, blanching, drying, frying, freezing or packing, which is why it is usually the first station of a root crop line.
Service and Cover
Delivery, Spares and Technical Support
Machines are tested before dispatch and supported for their working life.
Full Testing Before Shipment
Every machine is tested before dispatch, and the shipment is tracked from the factory door.
12-Month Warranty
Cover runs from delivery with replacement of major parts during the period.
Three-Year Spare Supply
Enough spare parts are supplied to cover up to three years of use, and extras ship by air express on request.
Lifetime Online Support
Operating video covers running, cleaning and maintenance, and our engineering team answers questions online.
- Operating supportA detailed video explains operation, cleaning and how the nozzle assemblies are serviced.
- Overseas supportWhere a site visit is needed, our engineers can travel to commission or troubleshoot the machine.
- Volume termsAgreed per order against quantity and destination — send your target volume and port.
- OptionsRemovable washing shields, targeted nozzles, brush or vibration stages and ozone can be added to the order.
FAQ
High-Pressure Root Washer Questions
Nozzle angle and pump pressure are both adjustable. The jets are aimed to lift soil from the skin rather than cut into it, and pressure can be reduced for tender or freshly harvested produce so the surface stays intact and keeps its storage life.
Belt speed sets the dwell time under the nozzles. Running at 3 metres per minute gives a long wash for heavily soiled crops, while 15 metres per minute suits lightly soiled loads and higher output, without changing any mechanical parts.
A high-pressure pump feeds the nozzles from a wide water tank that supports continuous operation. Suspended solids are filtered from the return water so clean water can be reused, and the machine is designed for water recovery and reduced consumption.
Six models from HVWM-3000 to HVWM-8000 cover 200 to 1,800 kg per hour. Choose on throughput and on the length your building allows. The lower output models use a 600 mm belt and the larger ones an 800 mm belt, with 600, 800, 1,000 and 1,200 mm widths available on request.
Yes. Brush units and vibration stages are optional additions that help with difficult surfaces and with crops carrying heavy clay. Ozone and additional disinfection can also be specified where a hygiene step is required.
The food contact parts are made in SUS304 food-grade stainless steel, which meets international hygiene standards, resists corrosion and does not release harmful substances. It is also easy to clean.
The machine carries a 12-month warranty from delivery, with replacement of major parts during the period, and enough spare parts are supplied for up to three years of use. A detailed operating video covers running, cleaning and maintenance, and our after-sales team is available online.
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