Sizing and Texture/Surface Separation

Abstract

Sizing – Width and Thickness (c) Seed Science Center, ISU/Dr. Shyy — Width and thickness separators are commonly referred to as ‘graders’ or ‘sizers’ — The separation is similar to, but generally more accurate than, the separation performed on the screens in Air-Screen Cleaner — Two principles apply: — Seeds are sized for width by using round-hole screen openings — Seeds are sized for thickness by using slotted screen openings