Vanmark has completed several improvements to its venerable Series 2600 peeler/washer.  Models in this series are designed for producers whose operations require high capacity and reliability, but do not need the features or robustness of our Series 2700 machines. To download our new literature for the Series 2600 peeler CLICK HERE.  

The two most noticeable changes to the Series 2600 were made at the discharge end.  The new see-through shroud will be standard on these machines, including the small capacity unit, featured in a previous issue of UPTIME™.  The shroud will be more sanitary and also allow operators to monitor the peeler bed more easily.  Behind the shroud is our new "Easy Flow™ gate.

The Easy Flow™ gate is an off-shoot of the development of the new Natural Flow Gate™ which we will be introducing soon and have mentioned from time to time in UPTIME™.  The most important difference about the Easy Flow™ gate, is that it discharges at roll positions 5-6-7-8 instead of roll positions 1-2-3-4  -- opposite of the "overflow" gate standard on previous machines.  This gate allows product to discharge from the bottom of the bed, instead of the top and is more efficient and gentler on product for that reason. 

Two additional changes to the Series 2600 will be implemented in the near future, but will not be as visible. First, the single internal spray bar water line will be re-routed and extended through the frame at both the inlet and discharge ends. Re-routing the line will allow the flexibility to hook up the water supply line at either the inlet or discharge end of the peeler and will be consistent with the Series 2700.  Second, a minor change to the sheet metal "skin" (covers) for the drive case will allow them to be easily removed for maintenance access.  For additional information download our new product literature.  If you have questions or need pricing, contact your Vanmark representative or call or email our office today.

W. B. Machinery of Lisbon, Maryland has joined the Vanmark sales and service team to represent Vanmark throughout the eastern seaboard states, with the exception of Maine, but including Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

W. B. Machinery was founded in 1996 by Steve Ward and Bob Buratowski. Both of these professionals have many years experience providing equipment solutions to customers in the food processing industry.  

Steve Ward, a graduate of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, began his extensive food processing career in 1973 with BFM Machinery in Wisconsin, eventually becoming part owner.  Later positions with such well known manufacturers as A. K. Robins and Key Technology have given him a wealth of knowledge on which to draw to help W. B.'s customers.

Bob Buratowski has been committed to meeting the needs of food industry clients since 1988 and holds a B.S. degree in Electronic Engineering Technology.  As a Service and Applications Engineer with Key Technology, Bob designed and installed food processing equipment for several years.  He later joined A. K. Robins and served as their Regional Sales Engineer until partnering with Steve Ward to start W. B. Machinery.

Carol Shaffer, W. B.'s Office Coordinator, uses her background in the food industry to focus on sales and administrative support, customer service, parts and quote preparation.  Her experience complements that of Steve and Bob and benefits both W. B. Machinery and their customers.

Vanmark is very proud to welcome W. B. Machinery Corporation to our sales and service team.

Contact information for W. B. Machinery can be found on Vanmark's website or you may email them at sales@wbmachinery.com.

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