Drake Loader

MANIX SR

Designed for curved sausages & natural casings.

The MANIX SR is a specialty robotic autoloader engineered to sort, align, & load curved sausages in natural casings into multiple horizontal packaging configurations. Built to solve a niche challenge in protein processing, it delivers consistent placement while reducing manual handling and labor demands.

Using a dedicated sorting system and food-grade FANUC robotics, the MANIX SR aligns curved sausage links for precise robotic placement into packaging pockets. Compact, sanitary, & long-lasting, it provides a reliable solution for processors seeking improved consistency & return on investment in curved sausage applications.

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MANIX SR: For Curved Sausages & Natural Casings

  • SPECIALIZED: Purpose-built to handle curved sausages in natural casings with consistent orientation & placement.

  • PRECISE: Dedicated sorting system prepares product for accurate robotic loading into horizontal packaging configurations.

  • AUTOMATED: Food-grade FANUC robotics deliver reliable, repeatable performance at speeds up to 400 pieces per minute.

  • SANITARY: Stainless steel construction, Spray Through guarding options, and single point hook-up washing support efficient washdown.

  • OPERATOR-READY: Rockwell Automation HMI simplifies recipe changes and rapid adjustments.

  • RELIABLE: Built for long-term performance with durable materials designed to meet demanding sanitation standards.

  • COMPACT: Small footprint integrates easily with existing cutters or de-linkers.

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Innovative Design

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 MANIX SR offers the following additional features that support accurate product loading and reliable performance in protein processing and packaging operations.

  • Designed for natural casing sausage applications]
  • Sorts, aligns, & loads curved sausages
  • Throughput based on application & customer needs
  • Easy-to-learn Rockwell Automation touch screen controls
  • Conforms to AMI sanitary equipment design standards
  • Single PLC for robot & conveyor systems
  • Single point hook-up washing system
  • Reduces human contact & maximizes labor efficiency
  • Convenient spray-though guarding
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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. With advanced sanitation such as spray bars & 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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