Onion from Field to Food, Feed, and Seed.

Onion takes a long and detailed journey before it reaches your table. From planting and growing to harvesting and processing, turning this essential grain into food or beverage products requires significant time and effort. If you’ve ever noticed different types of Onion on store shelves, the main distinction comes down to Onion processing. After harvest, Onion undergoes a series of processing stages that shape the final product.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Intake

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Intake aims to receive, inspect, and transfer raw Onion into the processing line in a controlled and efficient manner. It is the first step in the grain processing system and plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and traceability of the grain.

Key functions of ADDAM Onion Intake Equipment:

Receiving – Onion is unloaded from trucks, trailers, or containers into pits, hoppers, or conveyors.

Initial inspection and sampling – to check for moisture, foreign materials, and overall quality.

Pre-cleaning (optional) – light impurities like dust and chaff may be removed at this stage.

Weighing and documentation – for inventory management and traceability.

Feeding into the processing system – via conveyors, elevators, or storage silos.

Onion intake equipment ensures a consistent flow of raw material, protects downstream equipment, and serves as a critical control point for quality assurance.

Equipment: 

• Intake Pit (with or without Aspiration System).
• Intake Active Belt Conveyors.
• Chain Conveyor or Screw Conveyors.
• Grain Containers.
• Big Bag off-loading Crane.
• Big Bag off-loading Hopper.

Industries: 

• Onion Food Processing Lines. 
• Onion Feed Processing Lines.
• Onion Seed Processing Lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Pre-Cleaning

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Pre-cleaners remove coarse, fine, and light impurities from raw Onion before it enters the central cleaning or processing stages. They act as a protective and efficiency-boosting step in the processing line.

Key objectives of ADDAMS Onion Pre-cleaning:

Eliminate large foreign materials from Onion, such as stones, sticks, leaves, and clumps.

Remove fine and light impurities from Onion, like dust, sand, husks, and shriveled Onion.

Reduce wear and tear on downstream machines by preventing blockages or damage.

Improve airflow and separation efficiency in later Onion processes like drying or color sorting.

Storage stability is enhanced if Onion is stored after intake.

By handling the bulk of unwanted material early, the pre-cleaner increases overall processing efficiency, protects equipment longevity, and supports consistent product quality.

Equipment:

• ONION PRE-CLEANERS FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC
• ONION PRE-CLEANERS FLAT SCREEN-VIBROTARY
• ONION PRE-CLEANERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN
• ONION PRE-CLEANERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Drying

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion drying process reduces the moisture content of freshly harvested Onion to a safe level for storage,or processing. High moisture levels can lead to rapid spoilage, mold growth, and quality loss.

Key functions of ADDAMS Onion Drying:

Prevent spoilage by reducing moisture to levels that inhibit fungal and microbial activity.

Ensure safe storage – typically drying Onion to around 12–14% moisture prevents heating and decay in silos.

Reduce weight and transport costs – dried Onion weighs less and is less prone to damage in transit.

Stabilize grain quality – for consistent performance in downstream processing (e.g., milling or brewing).

Drying protects the Onion’s value, usability, and shelf life after harvest.

Equipment:

• RECIRCULATING BATCH TYPE DRYER

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator in Onion processing plants is to remove metal contaminants—both magnetic (ferrous) and non-magnetic (non-ferrous)—to ensure product safety, protect equipment, and meet quality standards in food and seed processing.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Separators for Onion:

Use magnets to remove ferrous metals, such as iron or steel fragments, to prevent contamination and damage to machinery.

Eliminate non-ferrous metals, such as aluminium, copper, or stainless steel, using eddy current separators or advanced detection systems.

Protect downstream equipment from metal-induced wear, blockages, or failure.

Ensure food and seed safety by eliminating physical hazards that could harm consumers or damage planting equipment.

Comply with industry regulations, particularly in food-grade processing, where zero metal contamination is critical.

These separators are often placed early in the process line (e.g., after intake or pre-cleaning) to intercept metal contaminants as soon as possible.

Equipment:

• ONION TUBULAR MAGNET PIPES
• ONION MAGNET GRILLS
• ONION MAGNETIC BELT SEPARATOR
• ONION METAL DEDECTOR

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing Lines.

ONION CLEANING

Onion Screen Cleaning

Purpose: An air screen cleaner for Onion cleans and grades the grain by removing impurities and unwanted materials based on size and weight differences. It’s typically one of the first steps in post-harvest processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Air Screen Cleaner for Onion:

Airflow removes light impurities from Onion like dust, chaff, husks, and broken kernels.

Separate oversized and undersized particles from Onion with vibrating screens of different mesh/perforation sizes.

Improve Onion quality by isolating clean, uniform Onion kernels.

Enhance Onion storage stability by reducing the presence of mold-prone material.

Prepare Onion for further processing, such as hulling, or polishing.

Combining aspiration (airflow) and sieving, the air screen cleaner boosts efficiency and yield while protecting downstream equipment from wear or clogging.

Equipment:

• ONION AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS
• ONION SUPER AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS-FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC
• ONION AIR SEED CLEANERS-FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC
• ONION AIR SCREEN SEED CLEANERS-VIBROTARY
• ONION AIR SEED CLEANERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN
• ONION AIR SEED CLEANERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Seed Grading

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion grading is to classify Onion kernels based on size and uniformity, ensuring consistent quality for  food production, or seed use. Grading helps match the grain to specific end-use requirements, thereby improving the efficiency of downstream processes.

Key objectives of an ADDAMS Onion Grading:

Separate Onion kernels by size into large, medium, and small grades.

Ensure Onion uniformity for cooking or milling.

Enhance Onion process efficiency by ensuring consistent performance in polishing, drying, and dehulling.

Maximize Onion value – higher-grade Onion often commands better prices in food and brewing markets.

Remove undersized or broken kernels from Onion, which may be unsuitable for premium applications.

Grading is typically performed using cylindrical or flat sieves and can be integrated with cleaning or sorting equipment.

Equipment:

• ONION GRADERS- FLAT SCREEN-ECCENTRIC
• ONION GRADERS-FLAT SCREEN-VIBROTARY
• ONION GRADERS-ROTARY DRUM SCREEN
• ONION GRADERS-OSCILLATING SCREEN
• ONION CYLINDRICAL SCREENING GRADERS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Stone Separation

Purpose: The Addams Onion de-stoning removes stones and other heavy impurities from the grain batch based on differences in specific density. This step is essential to protect equipment, ensure product safety, and maintain high-quality processing standards.

Key functions of Addams Onion De-stoning:

Eliminate stones, glass, and metal fragments, which are heavier than Onion and can damage downstream machinery.

Improve Onion purity – especially important for food-grade Onion.

Protect processing equipment, such as rollers, polishers, and sorters, from wear or breakage.

Enhance safety by removing foreign materials that could pose hazards to consumers.

Increase Onion market value by meeting quality standards for export or premium processing.

De-stoners use vibrating decks with airflow to separate heavier-than-grain materials efficiently.

Equipment:

• ONION DE-STONERS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Gravity Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Gravity Separator separates Onion kernels based on their specific weight, helping to remove light, immature, shriveled, or insect-damaged grains that cannot be detected by size or color alone.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Gravity Separator in Onion Processing:

Separate high-quality Onion from lightweight rejects, ensuring uniform kernel density.

Remove damaged or partially developed Onion, which can affect  food quality, or seed performance.

Improve Onion quality by ensuring only dense, healthy Onion proceeds to final processing.

Increase Onion germination rate – for seed Onion by isolating fully mature kernels.

Support consistent downstream processing of Onion, as uniform Onion weight improves polishing, or dehulling performance.

Gravity separators use a combination of vibration, air flow, and sloped decks to sort the Onion by density with high precision.

Equipment:

• ONION GRAVITY SEPARATORS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Length Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion length separator is to separate Onion kernels based on their length, allowing for the removal of short or broken grains and foreign materials like weed seeds or other crop fragments that differ in shape.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Onion Length Separator:

Remove broken or short kernels from Onion, which may affect milling performance.

Eliminate contaminants from Onion, such as weed seeds or other grains of similar width but different length.

Improve Onion uniformity – critical for consistent processing, especially in food-grade Onion.

Enhance the final quality of Onion by producing a cleaner, more homogenous grain batch.

Support Onion seed grading by ensuring only fully developed kernels are selected for planting.

Length separators often use indent cylinders or trieurs, which rotate and lift grains based on their length profile.

Equipment:

• ONION INDENTED CYLINDER SEPARATOR

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Color Sorting

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Color Sorter separates, removes discolored, defective, or foreign grains from the bulk Onion based on color differences. This process is essential for ensuring the final product’s quality, safety, and uniform appearance, especially in applications like food processing, or seed use.

Main purposes of the ADDAMS Onion Color Sorting:

Remove defective Onion kernels – e.g., those affected by mold, heat damage, sprouting, or disease.

Eliminate foreign materials from Onion, such as stones, soil particles, or other grains.

Improve the visual quality of Onion by ensuring a consistent, clean look for food grade Onion.

Enhance the processing efficiency of Onion by preventing contamination in the downstream equipment.

Meet industry standards – especially important for export or premium market segments.

Color sorters use high-resolution cameras and sensors to detect variations in color and eject unwanted particles with precise air jets.

Equipment:

• ONION COLOR SORTER SEPARATOR-FREE FALL

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Zig Zag Air Separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Zig-Zag Air Separator separates materials based on weight and aerodynamic properties using a controlled air stream in a zig-zag-shaped vertical column. It effectively removes light impurities and dusty or chaffy particles from Onion.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Zig-Zag Air Separator in Onion processing:

Remove lightweight contaminants from Onion, such as husks, straw, dust, and immature kernels.

Improve Onion purity before fine cleaning, grading, or packaging.

Protect the downstream equipment of Onion Processing by minimizing debris that can clog or wear machinery.

Enhance consistency by isolating clean, dense kernels for processing or sale.

Support energy-efficient separation of Onion Processing– using air flow rather than mechanical screening alone.

The ADDAMS Zig-Zag design increases residence time and separation efficiency, making it a compact and effective solution in pre-cleaning and aspiration systems.

Equipment:

• ONION ZIG-ZAG AIR SEPARATOR 

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Aspiration Chamber

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Aspiration chamber is to separate light impurities from Onion using airflow, improving cleanliness and protecting downstream equipment. It is commonly used in the Pre-cleaning and cleaning stages of Onion processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Onion Aspiration Chamber:

Remove light materials from Onion like dust, husks, chaff, straw, and hollow grains.

Enhance Onion purity by ensuring only denser, usable Onion kernels proceed.

Protect machinery by reducing clogging and wear on fine cleaners, sorters, and other sensitive equipment.

Improve air quality by capturing airborne dust and reducing contamination in the facility.

Increase efficiency, as removing loose light particles early boosts the performance of later processing stages.

ADDAMS Aspiration Chambers typically use vertical or horizontal airflow to lift and separate lighter particles from heavier Onion.

Equipment:

• ONION ASPIRATION CHAMBER 

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION CLEANING

Onion Spiral Separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Spiral Separator separates round particles (like Onion kernels) from flat or irregular-shaped materials based on their shape and rolling behaviour. This separation method is especially useful in seed cleaning and grain processing.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Onion Spiral Separator:

Separate round Onion kernels from flat impurities like broken seeds, weed seeds, or chaff.

Improve Onion seed purity – particularly important for seed Onion where uniformity and quality are critical.

Enhance processing consistency by ensuring only properly shaped Onion kernels proceed to final cleaning or grading.

Reduce foreign material that might slip through a screen or air-based cleaning stages.

Operate without screens or air – using only gravity and mechanical flow, making it low-maintenance and energy-efficient.

Spiral separators rely on the principle that round grains roll down faster and more directly, while flat or irregular particles are thrown outward and fall more slowly as they descend the spiral chute.

Equipment:

• ONION SPIRAL SEPARATOR

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Abrasive Hullers

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Abrasive Hullers remove the tough outer hull (husk) from Onion kernels using friction, preparing the grain for food processing or further polishing. This is especially important when producing hulled or pearled Onion.

Key functions of ADDAMS Onion Abrasive Hullers:

Remove inedible Onion hulls from hulled Onion varieties that retain a tight outer shell after harvesting.

Prepare for Onion polishing or pearling by exposing the endosperm for smoother, more uniform processing.

Improve Onion’s digestibility and cooking quality for food applications like soups, cereals, or flours.

Enhance Onion’s appearance by removing rough, fibrous outer layers.

Support food safety and cleanliness by eliminating surface contaminants trapped in the Onion hull.

Abrasive hullers use rotating emery or carborundum surfaces to gently rub the hull off the Onion as it tumbles inside the chamber.

Equipment:

• ONION ABRASIVE HULLERS
• ONION IMPACT DE-HULLERS
• ONION UNDERRUNNER DISC SHELLER

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Milling

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Milling equipment processes cleaned and dehulled Onion into usable food products by reducing it to various particle sizes or forms, such as flour, grits, flakes, or pearled Onion. Milling makes Onion more digestible, cookable, and suitable for human consumption or food manufacturing.

Key objectives of the ADDAMS Onion Milling equipment:

Convert raw Onion into food ingredients, such as Onion flour, semolina, or flakes for cereals, baked goods, or soups.

Remove the remaining Onion hull or bran layers for smoother texture and improved digestibility.

Control granulation and texture – based on end-use (e.g., Onion fine flour vs. coarse grits).

Enhance Onion’s appearance and shelf life by removing parts of the grain that may spoil more quickly.

Enable value-added processing, such as extrusion for snacks.

ADDAMS Milling equipment typically includes grinding, sieving, and sometimes polishing to achieve the desired final product quality.

Equipment:

• ONION HAMMER MILL
• ONION PIN MILL
• ONION STONE MILL

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Conveyors

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Conveyor equipment is used in Onion Processing Plants for efficiently and safely transporting Onion between different processing stages, such as intake, cleaning, drying, hulling, and milling, while minimizing grain damage and maintaining flow continuity.

Key functions of ADDAMS Grain Conveyors in Onion processing:

Efficient material handling – quickly move large volumes of Onion between machines or storage.

Reduce manual labor – automating transport to lower labor costs and increase operational efficiency.

Preserve grain quality by using gentle conveying methods that reduce breakage and dust.

Support continuous processing – ensuring smooth transitions between processing steps without bottlenecks.

Enable flexible plant layout – with options like Belt Conveyors, Chain Conveyors, Screw Conveyors, or Bucket Elevators for vertical or horizontal movement.

ADDAMS Conveyors are essential for creating a streamlined, automated, hygienic Onion processing operation.

Equipment:

• ONION BELT CONVEYORS
• ONION CHAIN CONVEYORS
• ONION SCREW CONVEYORS
• ONION JOG CONVEYORS
• ONION BUCKET ELEVATORS
• ONION PENDULUM BUCKET ELEVATORS
• ONION EASY DUMP ELEVATORS
• ONION CONTINUOUS CUP BUCKET ELEVATORS
• ONION PNEUMATIC CONVEYORS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION SEED PROCESSING

Onion Seed Treaters

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Seed Treater is used in seed processing plants to apply protective chemical or biological treatments to the surface of Onion seeds, helping to prevent disease and pest damage and improve germination performance during storage and planting.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Onion Seed Treater:

Apply fungicides, insecticides, or biological agents to Onion Seed to protect against soil-borne and seed-borne diseases.

Enhance Onion seed vigor and germination by preventing early-stage infection or decay.

Improve Onion crop establishment by giving seeds a better chance of thriving in the field.

Provide uniform coverage, ensuring consistent protection across all seeds.

Enable value-added seed products, such as pre-inoculated or nutrient-coated seed.

ADDAMS Onion seed treaters typically use Rotary Drums, Batch coaters, and Continuous flow Seed Treaters that mix seed with liquid or powder treatments under controlled conditions.

Equipment:

• ONION CONTINUOUS SEED TREATING
• ONION BATCH TYPE SEED TREATER/COATING
• ONION DRUM SEED TREATER

Industries:

• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Polisher 

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Polisher improves the appearance, texture, and cleanliness of Onion kernels by gently removing surface layers such as dust, residual hull fragments, or bran in Onion processing plants. Polishing is essential for food-grade and pearled Onion products.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Onion polisher:

Enhance Onion’s visual appeal by giving kernels a smooth, uniform, and shiny finish.

Remove fine husk particles and surface dust on Onion – improving hygiene and product quality.

Refine texture for cooking of Onion – Polished Onion has a better mouthfeel and cooks more evenly.

Improve the shelf life of Onion by removing the outer layers that may spoil or attract moisture.

Support premium product standards, especially in markets for pearled or packaged food Onion.

ADDAMS Onion polishers use Friction Polisher and Brush Polisher in a controlled chamber to gently buff the grain without damaging the core.

Equipment:

• ONION FRICTION POLISHER
• ONION BRUCH POLISHER

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Bagging and Packaging 

Purpose: The ADDAMS Onion Weighing and Packaging Scales in Onion processing plants accurately weigh and dispense Onion into bags or containers, ensuring consistent product quantity, reducing waste, and improving operational efficiency.

Key functions of packaging scales in Onion processing:

Accurate weight control ensures each package contains the correct amount of Onion (e.g., 25 kg, 50 kg, etc.).

Improve packaging speed and efficiency by automating the weighing and filling process.

Reduce product giveaway and material loss through precise measurement.

Maintain product consistency – important for customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

Integrate with bagging and sealing systems for a seamless packaging line.

ADDAMS Packaging scales can be manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic, and are typically placed at the end of the processing line, right before storage or dispatch.

Equipment:

• SEMI-AUTOMATED BAGGING SCALES 5kg to 50 kg
• FULLY AUTOMATED BAGGING SCALES 5kg to 50 kg

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales 

Purpose: The ADDAMS Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales in Onion processing plants accurately weigh and fill large-capacity bags (e.g., 500 kg to 2,000 kg) with bulk Onion, typically for industrial, wholesale, or export applications. These systems ensure efficient handling of high-volume products with minimal labor and high precision.

Key functions of ADDAMS Big Bag Filling & Weighing in Onion processing:

Accurate bulk weighing ensures each big bag contains the exact target weight of Onion.

Efficient bulk packaging reduces time and labor compared to handling many smaller bags.

Facilitate storage and transport – big bags are easier to handle with forklifts or pallets in bulk logistics.

Reduce packaging waste – compared to multiple small units.

Support large-scale sales or exports, where Onion is delivered in bulk to customers or processors.

ADDAMS Big bag scales are used at the final stage of the production line and typically include weighing platforms, filling heads, dust control, and bag-holding mechanisms.

Equipment:

• FILLING & WEIGHING ON GROUND
• FILLING & WEIGHING ON LIFT

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Online Scales 

Purpose: The ADDAMS online scales in Onion processing plants is to continuously monitor and control the flow of Onion during processing by providing real-time weight measurements. These scales ensure accuracy in batching, blending, yield tracking, and process optimization without interrupting the production line.

Key functions of ADDAMS Online scales in Onion processing:

Continuous, real-time weight monitoring for material moving on conveyors or through chutes.

Ensure consistent flow rates for evenly feeding machines like dryers, cleaners, or polishers.

Track yield and losses by comparing input and output weights at different processing stages.

Enable automatic process control – systems can adjust flow or equipment settings based on live weight data.

Support production reporting and traceability, with accurate logs for quality assurance and audits.

ADDAMS Online scales (also called in-line or dynamic scales) are typically integrated into belt conveyors, screw feeders, or pneumatic lines for seamless operation.

Equipment:

• HOPPER SCALE
• BELT SCALE

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion PALLETISER

Purpose: The ADDAMS Palletiser automates the stacking of filled bags or containers onto pallets in Onion processing plants, improving efficiency, consistency, and safety in the final packaging and dispatch stage.

Key functions of the ADDAMS Palletiser in Onion processing:

Automated stacking reduces manual labor and speeds up packaging.

Ensure uniform pallet loads – optimizing space for storage and transport.

Improve workplace safety by minimizing heavy lifting and repetitive strain on workers.

Enhance handling and logistics – neatly stacked pallets are easier to move with forklifts or pallet jacks.

Increase throughput – allowing continuous operation with minimal downtime in the final stage.

ADDAMS Palletisers can be robotic, layer-forming, or gantry-type, typically used after bagging and sealing machines.

Equipment:

• BAG STACKER PALLETISER

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Indoor Silos

Purpose: The ADDAMS Indoor Silos in Onion processing plants is to provide safe, controlled, and efficient storage of Onion at various stages of processing—typically before or after cleaning, drying, or packaging.

Key functions of ADDAMS Indoor silos in Onion processing:

Buffer storage – maintain a steady flow between processing stages to avoid downtime.

Protect grain from weather and pests by storing it in a sealed, climate-controlled environment.

Enable batch separation – store different grades, varieties, or processing lots separately.

Support logistics and automation – with integrated loading/unloading systems for efficient material handling.

Preserve grain quality – with options for aeration, temperature monitoring, and humidity control.

ADDAMS Indoor silos are usually made of steel or food-grade coated materials and are located within or adjacent to processing facilities for fast and hygienic access.

Equipment:

• CONVEYOR BOTTOM SILO
• STORAGE BINS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Processing Plant Control & Automation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Plant Control & Automation; PLC, SCADA, and MES systems in Onion processing plants is to automate, monitor, and optimize the entire production process, ensuring efficiency, quality control, traceability, and real-time decision-making.

ADDAMS PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)

Purpose:

Controls individual machines or systems (like dryers, conveyors, cleaners) with precision and reliability.

Key Functions:

Real-time control of motors, valves, sensors, etc.

Responds quickly to operational changes or safety triggers.

Ensures consistent machine operation and reduces downtime.

ADDAMS SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)

Purpose:

Provides centralized monitoring and control over all plant operations.

Key Functions:

Visual dashboards of plant performance (temperatures, flow rates, etc.)

Alarm management and troubleshooting.

Remote control of processing equipment.

Data logging for audits and quality assurance.

ADDAMS MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

Purpose:

Manages and optimizes production workflows, tracking, and reporting across the plant.

Key Functions:

Tracks raw material to finished product (traceability).

Monitors production efficiency and performance (OEE).

Schedules batches and work orders.

Connects production data with ERP systems.

ADDAMS Control & Automation systems create a fully integrated smart factory, improving productivity, reducing waste, and ensuring high-quality Onion processing.

Equipment:

• PLC & SCADA
• MES

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Processing Plant Seed & Air Flow Piping

Purpose: The ADDAMS Seed and Airflow piping in a Onion processing plant efficiently and gently transports Onion and removes impurities using controlled air movement and enclosed piping systems. This method helps maintain product integrity, reduce contamination, and automate material flow between machines.

Key Functions of ADDAMS Seed & Air Flow Piping:

Gentle Material Handling

– Transports Onion without damaging the kernels, preserving quality, especially for seed or food use.

Efficient Impurity Removal

– Airflow piping systems help separate and carry away light materials like dust, husk, or chaff.

Reduce Cross-Contamination

– Enclosed pipes prevent foreign matter from entering during grain transfer.

Improve Plant Hygiene

– Closed systems reduce dust in the facility, supporting better air quality and cleanliness.

Enable Automation & Continuous Flow

– Connects different processing machines (cleaners, separators, hullers) without manual intervention.

Save Space

– Overhead or vertical piping optimizes the layout in compact facilities.

ADDAMS systems are typically used in aspiration, pneumatic conveying, and dust extraction processes, and are vital for modern, clean, and efficient Onion processing lines.

Equipment:

• UNIVERSAL PIPING

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Processing Plant Aspiration Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS Fans in a Onion processing plant are to remove light impurities, such as dust, husk, chaff, straw, or empty kernels, using a stream of controlled air, improving both product quality and equipment efficiency.

Key Functions of ADDAMS Aspiration in Onion Processing:

Remove lightweight impurities

– Separates non-grain material lighter than Onion, especially after threshing or cleaning stages.

Enhance product purity

– Delivers cleaner Onion for food or seed use by reducing foreign material.

Improve machine performance

– It prevents clogging and wear on downstream machines (like hullers, graders, and polishers).

Support hygienic processing

– Reduces dust levels in the plant, improving worker safety and cleanliness.

Lower risk of mold or spoilage

– Removing organic residues helps control moisture and microbial growth.

Enable energy-efficient cleaning

– Air is used instead of mechanical sorting for specific impurities, and it is often integrated with pre-cleaners or de-stoners.

ADDAMS FANs are typically applied at multiple points, such as post-intake, after shelling, and before final grading or packaging.

Equipment:

• CENTRIFUGAL FANS
• BLOWER FANS
• CYCLOFANS

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines.

ONION PROCESSING

Onion Processing Plant Air Filter Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS air filters in a Onion processing plant is to clean and purify the air used in various processes, ensuring dust control, equipment protection, and hygienic working conditions throughout the facility

Key Functions of ADDAMS Air Filters in Onion Processing:

Remove dust and airborne particles

– Captures fine-grain dust, husk debris, and contaminants from aspiration and pneumatic systems.

Improve air quality

– Ensures a safer, healthier environment for workers by reducing respiratory hazards.

Protect equipment– Prevents dust build-up in blowers, compressors, and electronic systems, reducing wear and maintenance needs.

Maintain product hygiene– Minimizes the risk of foreign particles settling on processed Onion or entering packaging areas.

Support compliance– Helps meet safety, environmental, and food-grade standards (such as OSHA, HACCP, or ISO).

Reduce explosion risk– Filtering dust from the air reduces the chance of dust-related fires or explosions, especially in enclosed systems.

ADDAMS Air filters are typically installed in aspiration systems, pneumatic conveyors, ventilation units, and dust collectors across the plant.

Equipment:

• BAG FILTERS
• PRESURE BAG FILTERS
• CYCLONES

Industries:

• Onion Food Processing lines.
• Onion Feed Processing lines.
• Onion Seed Processing lines.