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Dumper Equipment
Mepaco’s dumper line delivers versatile bulk handling, with models engineered to fit your application and line flow. From electric tote dumping to direct‑pivot, high‑discharge, lift, and column designs, each is built in heavy‑duty T304 stainless to USDA sanitary standards, with flexible safety and sanitation options.
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DP3000 Direct Pivot Dumper
HD3000 High Dumper
LD3000 Lift Dumper
ETD3000 Electric Tote Dumper
CD1000 Column Dumper
CONSTRUCTION
- Heavy-duty T304 Stainless Steel construction
- Nyloil bearings
- Manually adjustable combo/container hold-down bar
- Dual hydraulic cylinders designed with counter-balance valves
- Flow divider
- Pickle passivated finish
- Side-load configurations available in DP and HD models only
- USDA approved
APPLICATION CUSTOMIZATION
- Pallet retention system (PRS) *DP and LD models only
- Combo/liner hold down
- Stainless cylinders
- Push-button controls
- Flashing beacon light
- Hydraulic power-pack (painted mild steel or stainless steel) cover and stand
- Safety side-shields
- Juice/product catcher
- Electropolished surfaces
- Alternative chute designs
- Portability packages
- Side-load configurations (DP & HD models only)
- Custom safety cages
- Custom carriages for non-standard containers
Frequently Asked Questions
- Standard totes and combos on pallets
- Custom octagon shaped cardboard/combos
- Combo with liner, plastic or stainless tote
- Standard 400lb and 600lb buggies (required hinged buggy arm attachment
- Wheeled carts
- Drums/barrels
It handles a traditional combo and vat size 40″ x 48″ by approximately 48″ tall with adjustable hold down.
A manual adjustable hold-down is standard. An air cylinder hold-down is optional.
48″, 60″, 72″ and 84″
DP3000 with 48″ Discharge Height is 55 sec. (7.5GPM)
DP3000 with 48″ Discharge Height is 35 sec. (12 GPM)
DP3000 with 60″ Discharge Height is 64 sec. (7.5 GPM)
DP3000 with 60″ Discharge Height is 40 sec. (12 GPM)
DP3000 with 72″ Discharge Height is 74 sec. (7.5 GPM)
DP3000 with 72″ Discharge Height is 46 sec. (12 GPM)
DP3000 with 84″ Discharge Height is 83 sec. (7.5 GPM)
DP3000 with 84″ Discharge Height is 58 sec. (12 GPM)
The Pivot Dumper can be loaded manually via a wheeled cart or by using a hand pallet jack, powered pallet jack, or fork truck.
Higher dump heights are possible by using a riser or stand.
We offer a push button, up/down, estop, lock-out/tag-out control panel.
Locally mounted mechanical counterbalance valve on each cylinder is standard. We also provide parameter guarding.
The DP3000 can be configured as a front load or a side load model.
In general, Check the power unit at regular intervals for oil levels. Check the filter and strainer. Conduct a visual check of the hoses and fitting and look for leaking fluid.
Note: Consult manual for more information.
It is rated for 3000 lbs.
Yes, it is available only on the DP3000, LD3000 and the electric ETD 3000 Dumpers.
Yes, Mepaco engineers have custom designed dumpers for many different applications. Contact your sales engineer / manager to review your application.
The 3000 series are constructed with a 2B mill plate finish and pickle passivated. Electropolished chutes are optional.
The chute can be electropolished. We can also supply stainless steel cylinders and stainless steel pivot bearings as an option.
If any hydraulics fail, it is pressure operated so the hydraulic will hold the dumper and lock in place.
Dedicated field service, ASME R-stamp repairs, and audit contracts to protect and extend the life of your vessel.
Specialized air-ride transportation for safe, timely, door-to-door delivery of even the most oversized and high-value equipment.
In-house passivation, pickling, and electropolishing to guarantee the precise corrosion resistance and hygienic finish required.