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Food Machinery Mesh & Screens · FDA 21 CFR / EU 1935/2004 food contact

2004 food contact Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen Specifications

A rotating perforated stainless steel drum vegetable washer full of potatoes with water spray in a food processing plant

Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen is used for tumbling and rinsing potatoes, carrots, leafy greens and berries in rotary washer drums made from perforated stainless sheet, so soil, stones and wash water drain out while product moves through. 2004 food contact is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.

What 2004 food contact Means for Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen

The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit 2004 food contact. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.

Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen Dimensions

SizeHole diameter (mm)Pitch (mm)Thickness (mm)Open area (%)Drum (mm)
Leafy greens5.08.01.535.4u00d8600 u00d7 2000
Root vegetables8.012.02.040.3u00d8800 u00d7 3000
Berries3.05.01.232.6u00d8500 u00d7 1500

Specifying Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen Beyond the Standard

  • Hole size: 3–8 mm: large enough to drain soil and water, small enough that no product falls through.
  • Drum size & speed: Diameter, length and rotation speed set throughput and dwell time.
  • Sheet & finish: 1.2–2 mm SS304 with holes deburred on the product side.

When Vegetable Washer Perforated Drum Screen Is Not the Right Choice

Not a peeler — peeling needs abrasive rollers or steam peelers.

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Dimensions & Specifications (FDA 21 CFR / EU 1935/2004 food contact)

SizeHole diameter (mm)Pitch (mm)Thickness (mm)Open area (%)Drum (mm)
Leafy greens5.08.01.535.4u00d8600 u00d7 2000
Root vegetables8.012.02.040.3u00d8800 u00d7 3000
Berries3.05.01.232.6u00d8500 u00d7 1500

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I keep soft fruit from bruising?

Use smooth deburred holes and a slower drum speed.

What hole size for a vegetable washer drum?

Usually 3–8 mm, chosen by the smallest product size.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the technical drawing on this page to pick the exact specification, then submit it with the quote form. We respond within one business day.