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PD-X1 Pot Dispenser

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Automate pot dispensing with the PD-X1, a high-speed system that separates, grips, and places pots into carrier trays with precision. Servo-controlled gantry and vacuum gripper assembly ensure accurate, consistent placement at up to 400 trays per hour.

The PD-X1 performs best when it's dialed in to one pot type and run that way for the whole season. It handles round, stadium, and square pots from 3" to 6.5" in diameter. Swappable cartridges and interchangeable gripper assemblies let you set it up for your main pot and tray, and re-tool it when your program changes between seasons. If your line changes pot sizes or shapes daily or weekly, look at the PD-X3, which is built for frequent changeovers.

Details

    • Servo-controlled gantry with rack-and-pinion for high-accuracy placement
    • Vacuum gripper assembly with bellowed suction cups for secure hold
    • Swappable dispensing cartridges for seasonal re-tooling between pot sizes
    • Interchangeable gripper assemblies for different pot shapes and materials
    • Saved recipes for your pot and tray setups, so a seasonal switch is repeatable
    • Real-time monitoring with alarms, fault codes, and device status
    • VFD-controlled pot stack conveyor for uniform alignment
    • UL 508A and CSA C22.2 No. 14 compliant
    • Interlocked machine guarding on all moving parts
  • Throughput (2-row trays): 400/hr
    Throughput (3-row trays): 266/hr
    Throughput (4-row trays): 200/hr
    Pot Diameter Range: 3″–6.5″
    Pot Height: Max6″
    Pot Shapes: Round, Stadium, Square
    Dimensions: 90″H x 72″W x 87″L
    Weight: 900 lbs (408 kg)
    Power: 230V, 1-Phase, 60Hz, 17.6 FLA

    Recommended use: Single pot type per season. For frequent changeovers, see the PD-X3

    Options:
    Custom gripper assemblies for specialty pot shapes/materials
    Additional cartridge configurations

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Is the PD-X1 Right for Your Operation?

Built for consistency, not constant change.

The PD-X1 is made for growers who run one pot and tray combination for long stretches. Set it up at the start of the season and it places pots into carrier trays at up to 400 trays per hour, every day, with no re-tooling.

A good fit if you:

  • Run one main pot size and shape for a full season
  • Change pots rarely, such as between seasons or crop cycles
  • Want dependable, hands-off placement in 2-, 3-, or 4-row carrier trays

Consider the PD-X3 if you:

  • Change pot sizes or shapes daily or weekly
  • Run many SKUs through the same line
  • Need higher output (up to 1,000 shuttle trays per hour)
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