Clamshell Drop
DESIGNING CARTON HANDLING SOLUTIONS SINCE 1973
The Clamshell Drop drops corrugated cartons one at a time from above. It is ideal for applications where space is limited. The Clamshell Drops shown in these pictures are delivering cartons to a Six Brand Feed system. The clamshells are hinged and they are seated on ledges. When a signal comes from below the ledges kick out and the clamshells hinge down, delivering a carton. The carton behind the one dropping is held back with a clamp. The Clamshell Drop cycles surprisingly fast. They are capable of running in excess of 600 cartons/hour.