Drake Loaders

VANTA CS

Designed for speed & proven performance.

This model is the original industry-standard loader that set the benchmark for automatic frank loading. Its small, low-profile footprint delivers the fastest throughput per square foot, while supporting efficient access, sanitation, and maintenance.

VANTA CS: The Definitive Food Loader

  • PROVEN: The machine that defined automatic cylindrical loading & remains a trusted standard in high-throughput food processing.

  • FLEXIBLE: Reliably handles frankfurters, sausages, snack sticks, pickles, cheese sticks, & more, whether products are cooked or chilled, skinless or skin-on.

  • CONFIGURABLE: Rapid changeover modular heads and optional, gentle air hinge gates adapt quickly to changing production needs.

  • SANITARY: CE compliant & designed to American Meat Institute (AMI) sanitary design principles, with spray through guarding and optional Sani-chain for easier sanitation access.

  • OPERATOR-READY: Easy-to-learn Rockwell Automation touch screen controls enable quick adjustments and global support.

  • RELIABLE: Engineered for long-term performance with minimal rework and dependable operation shift after shift.

  • INNOVATIVE: Uses patented first-in, first-out technology and convenient guarding with spray-through design.

  • FAST: Delivers the fastest solution for its footprint.

Innovative Design

  • VANTA CS throughput based on application & customer needs
  • Low-profile design for easier access & sanitation
  • Patented first-in, first-out product handling
  • 2 or 3 lane mechanical loading
  • Sani-chain option for reliable cleaning
  • Single-point hook-up washing system
  • In-line or 90° configuration
  • 98%+ product fill rate with less than 1% rework

VANTA CS Features

Drake Loaders designs automated loading systems for protein processing and packaging operations, delivering precise product sorting, alignment, and loading to support high-speed, high-volume production environments. The VANTA CS offers the following additional features that support accurate product loading and reliable performance in protein processing and packaging operations.

Sustainable

Drake boasts a low carbon footprint with 83.6% recycled stainless steel and durable, hand-crafted loaders made in-house for streamlined manufacturing. 

Reliable

A reliable automation solution for food production lines, with a high return on investment & confidence in meeting demand. 24/7 technical support, fast parts turnaround, & reliable operation worldwide.

Safe

Customer-driven innovation backed by decades of expertise in food processing manufacturing. Uses patented first-in, first-out technology & convenient guarding with spray-through design.

Engineered for Lasting Value

Custom made in the USA and built to last, our equipment boosts profits for years to come.

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