Transform Your Gin:
Eliminate Contamination, Fire Risk, and Downtime with the KEITH WALKING FLOOR® system.
The New Standard for Module Feeding
- Fire hazards from accumulating debris.
- Dangerous pinch points.
- The threat of plastic contamination.
The KEITH WALKING FLOOR® cotton module feeding system solves all three, transforming your gin operation from a risk center to a profit center.
The KEITH Advantage
- Reduces Contamination Risk: With the flat, WALKING FLOOR® feeding system, modules are unloaded and conveyed on the floor slats, limiting traps where plastic fragments get lodged and pushed into the cotton stream.
- Prevent Debris Accumulation: Cotton debris does not accumulate underneath the system, drastically reducing the risk of fire and cutting down on maintenance and housekeeping.
- Continuous, Metered Feed: Provide a consistent feed of cotton to the feeder head, optimizing ginning quality and maximizing throughput.
The KEITH Solution
| Challenge | Key Issue | KEITH’s Solution |
| Contamination | Damage to module wraps, especially round modules, allows plastic to enter cotton stream, resulting in market loss and damaging gin equipment. | The WALKING FLOOR® system design eliminates possibility of plastic being entangled in the system. |
| Fire Hazard | Cotton debris and loose fiber accumulate under conventional conveying systems, creating fire risk and increasing housekeeping efforts. | The flat floor design of the WALKING FLOOR® system prevents cotton accumulation underneath. Cleanup is simple with the use of a broom. |
| Safety | Moving parts associated with roller, chain and belt systems create a safety hazard. | Pinch points and other hazards are minimized with the slat design of the WALKING FLOOR® system. Because it is installed level with other equipment, the risk of slips and falls is also reduced. |
| Operational Efficiency | Traveling module feeders or manually fed systems can lead to an uneven flow of cotton to the feeder head, which impacts the quality of the ginning process and reduces throughput. | The continuous, metered feed of the WALKING FLOOR® system provides a consistent flow of cotton to the feeder head, maximizing ginning efficiency. |
| Maintenance & Downtime | Conventional systems often have numerous moving parts (chains, belts, etc.), leading to frequent maintenance, repairs and costly downtime. | WALKING FLOOR® systems are engineered for minimal maintenance. Components are easily accessible and moving parts are few. |
Beyond the Gin: Transport Efficiency
The benefits of the KEITH WALKING FLOOR® system extend beyond the gin. For transporting cotton seed, gin trash and hulls, a trailer equipped with a WALKING FLOOR® unloader is the most efficient and versatile choice.
Fast, Total Unload: The WALKING FLOOR® system horizontally discharges material in minutes. Unlike tipper trailers, it eliminates the need for lifting, making it safe to unload in low clearance areas like sheds, and under utility lines.
Versatility in Payload: Easily switch between hauling cotton seed, gin trash and hulls to standard materials like bales, bags and other bulk products. Your trailer fleet is multi-functional year-round.
Safety and Stability: Because the trailer does not need to tip, the center of gravity remains low during the unloading process, providing unmatched stability, even on uneven surfaces.
Keep your trailers moving and profitable with reliable KEITH WALKING FLOOR® systems.