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How to store and dispense golf balls - The custom hopper bottom solution
April 18, 2023
The Challenge: How to store and dispense golf balls
RPP Containers stocks a selection of standard hopper bottom containers used in agriculture, manufacturing, and storage. These products are well-established in the market and have a proven reliability and quality track record. Hopper containers are partially collapsible bins with a base designed to allow material flow using a manual slide gate.
The Requirements
Collapsibility enables more efficient shipment between vendors and customers when returning empties, not to mention there is less space wasted stowing bins during the off-season. One should also consider that these products are fully recyclable once they reach the end of life – making them a green solution for any business looking to upgrade its current process.
Our standard sizes of hopper containers come in 57” x 45” and 45” x 48” footprints. For the 57” x 45” specifically, different heights are available depending on the volume needed. You can expect longevity with any of our hopper containers since they are weather resistant and thus suitable for outdoor conditions.
The Solution
The Results
This design primarily focuses on using the small format 30” x 32” x 39” bulk container to emulate the function of a side-discharge hopper container. Being able to unload quickly but in a controlled manner was also a key feature.
Product flow is controlled by a manual slide gate gravity fed from a padded metal funnel insert set to an angle toward the opening. The padding is important since direct impact with the steel floor can damage golf balls easily. In addition to these characteristics, this container is collapsible to a height of just 13.8”, making for a low profile when not in use.
The slide gate also serves as a viewing window allowing users to see inside without having to unstack or remove the cover. This gate is fully functional while containers are stacked. Underneath this container is a heavy-duty steel dolly which will grant mobility without needing a forklift or pallet jack. Up to two containers can be stacked on a single dolly, even when loaded with 1,500 lbs. each.
Custom containers like these can be used in various applications or modified for additional characteristics. The goal of any custom project is to help improve both safety and efficiency in operator workflow. This example allows products to move without heavy equipment such as a forklift or crane and is fully recyclable once it reaches the end of life.
Do you have questions?
Do you think a custom hopper bottom or another custom bulk container will be the solution to your application? Contact one of our knowledgeable account managers today. Call 1-800-945-8304 or Chat Live with one of our knowledgeable account managers Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm EST.
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