The capacity of the machine is 1 500-2 000 kg per hour, when grading sardines of a size ranging from 20 to 100 fishes per kg. The approximate dimensions of the machine are length 2 700 mm, wLIMAth 1 100 mm, and height 700 mm. Figure 25 Grading machine for sardines . The motor will require approximately 5-6 kWh per 8 hours.