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This section provides an overview for sorters as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 11 sorter manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked sorter companies as of July, 2025: 1.CDS Manufacturing, 2.GI AGRO TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD., 3.Hefei Meritech Color Sorter Corporation.
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Sorters are used to separate objects based on various specifications. More accurate and cost-effective than manual sorting, they are used in various fields. This article focuses on sorters used in agriculture.
In agriculture, sorters are primarily used for sorting vegetables and fruits according to specific standards, making production processes more efficient.
Sorters significantly enhance agricultural productivity. By automating sorting tasks, they free up producers to focus on other aspects of harvesting and cultivation. Machine-based sorting also ensures higher precision compared to manual methods.
However, sorters entail higher initial investments due to the cost of machinery, control devices, and software. They also require regular maintenance to maintain accuracy. One challenge is their potential inability to accurately sort based on blemishes or insect damage on produce.
Sorters are categorized into three types: weight-based, size-based, and optical.
These sorters sort crops based on weight, ideal for packaging crops directly into boxes or bags. Some models enhance accuracy with image processing cameras.
Size-based sorters classify produce based on size. Their simple structure makes them easy to maintain, and they are designed to prevent damage to delicate produce. However, they may not adapt well to different crop varieties.
These sorters use cameras or light transmission for detailed inspections, including size, shape, sugar content, and maturity. This allows for high-precision sorting and can even sort based on color.
When selecting a sorter, consider the crop type and scale. Some sorters are only suitable for specific produce, and their compatibility varies based on the crop's vulnerability to damage. The sorter's size and functionality should match the scale of the agricultural operation, ensuring cost-effectiveness, especially for larger volumes.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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CDS Manufacturing, founded in 1983 and headquartered in New York, USA, is a manufacturer of custom automated equipment. The company provides customized automated equipment for assembly, inspection, packaging, and other applications. Its product portfolio includes parts inspection machines, O-ring installation machines, automatic assembly machines, and other customized equipment. These products are utilized in industries like automobile, pharmaceutical, and aerospace. The company also provides other services including quality inspection services, contract assembly, and contract packaging services.
Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing LLC, founded in 1941, is an American manufacturer based in Donalsonville, Georgia, developing processing equipment for food products and recyclable materials. The company’s machine range includes processing equipment for beans, peanuts, and groundnuts, like aspirators, destoners, and sizing shakers. It manufactures seed and grain processing machines, including easy-dump elevators, gravity separators, and vibratory conveyors. It also develops tree nut processing equipment, such as hard shell crackers, prehullers, and shear rolls. The company supplies this custom-built industrial separation equipment to global customers, among others, in South America, Australia, and the Middle East.
Ranking as of July 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CDS Manufacturing |
50.0%
|
| 2 | GI AGRO TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD. |
25.0%
|
| 3 | Hefei Meritech Color Sorter Corporation |
25.0%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the sorter page as of July 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
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*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
1 | 100.0% |
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