Wheat Seed Cleaning & Processing Equipment

Wheat Cleaning and Processing Equipment

ADDAMS provides equipment and process engineering for wheat cleaning, sorting, grading and handling. A wheat line is configured for its intended use: planting seed, food processing or feed. The stages below describe available process options; a project does not require every stage.

Planning a Wheat Cleaning Line

Which machines belong in a wheat cleaning line?

Depending on the incoming material and final specification, a line may combine pre-cleaning, air screen cleaning, size grading, stone separation, gravity separation, length separation and optical sorting. Choose the sequence after reviewing representative wheat samples and the impurities to be removed.

How is wheat seed processing different from food grain preparation?

Planting seed requires attention to germination and gentle handling. Food and feed projects have different output specifications. Tell ADDAMS the intended end use before selecting cleaning stages, handling equipment or drying conditions.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Provide the wheat type, intended end use, target throughput, incoming moisture and impurities, desired final specification and installation country. Share representative samples and any existing line layout when available. Discuss your wheat processing project with ADDAMS.

Related ADDAMS Equipment and Wheat Processing Guides

For a grain cleaning and grading project, compare Fine Seed Cleaners, Gravity Separator and Optical Color Sorter. Plan their roles using the air screen separation process guide and density separation guide. Select screens, settings and capacity using representative grain samples.

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Intake

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat Intake aims to receive, inspect, and transfer raw Wheat 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 ADDAMS Wheat Intake Equipment:

Receiving – Wheat 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.

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

Equipment: 

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing Lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing Lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing Lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing Lines
Industrial seed cleaning and processing plant interior.

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Pre-Cleaning

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat Pre-cleaners remove coarse, fine, and light impurities from raw Wheat 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 Wheat Pre-cleaning:

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

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

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

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

Storage stability is enhanced if Wheat 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: 

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

 

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Drying

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

Key functions of ADDAMS Wheat Drying:

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

Define the storage target from the intended storage period, grain condition and agreed quality specification. Confirm the drying and cooling arrangement before selecting equipment.

For planting seed, specify the required germination and vigour criteria and agree suitable drying conditions and verification tests. Milling wheat and planting seed have different acceptance requirements.

Reduce weight and transport costs – dried Wheat 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 wheat’s value, usability, and shelf life after harvest.

Equipment: 

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines.
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines.

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat Ferrous and Non-ferrous separator in Wheat 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 wheat:

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

Specify the metal contaminants to be addressed and confirm the proposed detection and rejection equipment. Do not assume that magnetic separation removes every type of metal.

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.

Agree the contamination limits, inspection method and acceptance test for the supplied line. A general equipment description does not establish zero metal contamination.

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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines.
  • Wheat Seed Processing Lines.

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Screen Cleaning

Purpose: An air screen cleaner for Wheat 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 wheat:

Airflow removes light impurities from wheat, such as dust, chaff, husks, and broken kernels.

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

Improve Wheat quality by isolating clean, uniform Wheat kernels.

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

Prepare Wheat for further processing, such as milling, 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Seed Grading

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

Key objectives of an ADDAMS Wheat Grading:

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

Define the size fractions required for food, feed or seed use, and evaluate each retained fraction against its intended specification.

Improve Wheat process efficiency by enabling consistent performance in polishing, drying, or dehulling.

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

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

Grading is usually done with cylindrical or flat sieves, and can be integrated with cleaning or sorting equipment.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Stone Separation

Purpose: The Addams Wheat de-stoning removes stones and other heavy impurities from the grain batch based on differences in specific density. This step is crucial for protecting equipment, ensuring product safety, and maintaining high-quality processing standards.

Key functions of Addams Wheat De-stoning:

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

Improve Wheat purity – especially important for food-grade or milling wheat.

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 the Wheat market value by meeting quality standards for export or premium processing.

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

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Gravity Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat Gravity Separator separates Wheat 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 Wheat Processing:

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

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

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

For planting seed, assess the germination and vigour of retained and rejected fractions separately. Gravity separation alone does not establish seed viability.

Support consistent downstream processing of wheat, as uniform Wheat weight improves polishing, dehulling, or milling performance.

Gravity separators utilize a combination of vibration, airflow, and sloped decks to sort wheat by density with high precision.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Length Separation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat length separator is to separate Wheat 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 Wheat Length Separator:

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

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

Improve Wheat uniformity – critical for consistent processing, especially in milling and food-grade wheat.

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

Support Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Color Sorting

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

Main purposes of the ADDAMS Wheat Color Sorting:

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

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

Improve the visual quality of Wheat by ensuring a consistent, clean look for food or Flour-grade wheat.

Enhance the processing efficiency of Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Zig Zag Air Separator

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat 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 wheat.

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

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

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

Protect the downstream equipment of Wheat 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 Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Aspiration Chamber

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

Key functions of an ADDAMS Wheat Aspiration Chamber:

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

Enhance Wheat purity by ensuring only denser, usable Wheat 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 wheat.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT CLEANING

Wheat Spiral Separator

Assess whether shape separation is suitable for the actual wheat lot and its unwanted material. Use representative samples and review retained product and rejects before including a spiral separator in the proposed line. Related equipment: Wheat Spiral Separator.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Wheat Spiral Separator:

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

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

Enhance processing consistency by ensuring only properly shaped Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Abrasive Hullers

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

Key functions of ADDAMS Wheat Abrasive Hullers:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines. 

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat De-Awner

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat De-Awners remove or break down the awns (beard-like bristles) attached to Wheat kernels. Awns can interfere with further processing and handling, so de-awning is important, especially for milling, food-grade, and seed wheat.

Key functions of an ADDAMS Wheat De-awner:

Remove or shorten awns of wheat, making the grain smoother and easier to handle.

Loosen hulls or glumes of Wheat will assist in later hulling, polishing, or cleaning stages.

Improve the flowability of Wheat by preventing awn-related tangling or bridging in bins, conveyors, or seeders.

Enhancing wheat’s visual and physical quality is especially important in food and seed applications.

Support better grading and sorting of wheat, as de-awned grains behave more uniformly.

Confirm the de-awning mechanism, operating settings and cleaning access for the selected model. Evaluate grain damage and usable product recovery with representative samples.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Milling

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

Key objectives of the ADDAMS Wheat Milling equipment:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Conveyors

Purpose: The ADDAMS Wheat Conveyor equipment is used in Wheat Processing Plants for efficiently and safely transporting Wheat 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 Wheat processing:

Efficient material handling – quickly move large volumes of Wheat 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 Wheat processing operation.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT SEED PROCESSING

Wheat Seed Treaters 

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

Key functions of an ADDAMS Wheat Seed Treater:

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

Evaluate treated seed against the agreed seed-quality criteria; do not assume that treatment increases germination or vigour for every lot.

Improve Wheat 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 Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Polisher  

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

Key functions of the ADDAMS Wheat polisher:

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

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

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

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

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

Review the friction and brush polisher options for the required surface treatment. Confirm the selected configuration and assess product loss and grain damage during sample trials.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Bagging and Packaging  

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

Key functions of packaging scales in Wheat processing:

Accurate weight control ensures each package contains the correct amount of Wheat (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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales  

Purpose: The ADDAMS Big Bag Filling & Weighing Scales in Wheat processing plants accurately weigh and fill large-capacity bags (e.g., 500 kg to 2,000 kg) with bulk wheat, 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 Wheat processing:

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

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 Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat Online Scales  

Purpose: The ADDAMS online scales in Wheat processing plants is to continuously monitor and control the flow of Wheat 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 Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat PALLETISER

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

Key functions of the ADDAMS Palletiser in Wheat 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: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat Indoor Silos

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

Key functions of ADDAMS Indoor silos in Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat Processing Plant Control & Automation

Purpose: The ADDAMS Plant Control & Automation; PLC, SCADA, and MES systems in Wheat 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 Wheat processing.
Equipment:
Industries: 
  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat Processing Plant Seed & Air Flow Piping

Purpose: The ADDAMS Seed and Airflow piping in a Wheat processing plant efficiently and gently transports Wheat 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 Wheat 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 Wheat processing lines.

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines.
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines.

WHEAT PROCESSING 

Wheat Processing Plant Aspiration Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS Fans in a Wheat 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 Wheat Processing:

Remove lightweight impurities

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

Enhance product purity

– Delivers cleaner Wheat 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:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines.
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines.

WHEAT PROCESSING

Wheat Processing Plant Air Filter Systems

Purpose: The ADDAMS air filters in a Wheat 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 Wheat 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 Wheat or entering packaging areas.

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

Include a project-specific dust hazard assessment in the plant brief. Dust collection equipment alone does not demonstrate that the complete installation controls fire or explosion hazards.

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

Equipment:

Industries: 

  • Wheat Food Processing lines. 
  • Wheat Feed Processing lines.
  • Wheat Flour Processing lines.
  • Wheat Seed Processing lines.

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Processes

ADDAMS helps plan grain, seed and natural-product processing systems around the incoming material and the required finished product. Cleaning, grading, separation, drying and material handling stages are selected according to crop characteristics, impurities, throughput and site conditions. Sample evaluation helps assess separation quality and usable product recovery before the line configuration is agreed.

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