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Whether you are putting up a new plant or automating an existing one, considering an individual machine or investing in a complete line, purchasing modern equipment can be an uphill task. A point to remember is that the liquid filling machine<\/strong> is the one machine in direct contact with your liquid product. So besides operational efficiency, it needs to handle your product with care, without compromising on product quality and hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many aspects and criteria to be considered when\nselecting the best liquid filling\nmachine<\/strong> for your enterprise. Let’s discuss 5 of the most basic ones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Your product\ndetails<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, define your product viscosity. Is it fluid and\nwater-like or is it semi-viscous? Or is it very thick and sticky? This will\nhelp you decide what type of filler is suitable for you. A piston filler works\nwell for thick viscous products while a gravity filler serves thin, fluid\nproducts better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does your product have any particulates as in salad\ndressings or pasta sauces, which have chunks of vegetables? These could block\nthe nozzle of gravity filler. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or your product may need a specific environment. Biotech or\npharmaceutical products call for aseptic filling within a sterile environment; chemical\nproducts<\/a> require fire-retardant, explosion-proof systems. There are\nstringent rules and standards regarding such products. Listing such details is\nimperative before you decide on your liquid filling machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Your container<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When considering your liquid filling machine, it’s important\nto specify what type of containers you propose to fill. Will you be filling\nflexible pouches, tetrapacks or bottles? If bottles, what is the size, shape\nand material? Glass or plastic? What type of cap or lid is required? Crimp cap,\nfill cap, press-on cap, twist on, spray – there are endless options possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further, do you require a labelling solution as well?\nDefining all such needs beforehand will make it easier when discussing your\nplans with your packaging\nsystems and supplies<\/a> provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideally, your liquid filling line should offer flexibility;\nit should handle a range of bottle sizes & shapes with minimal changeover\ntime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Level of\nautomation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if this is your first foray into automated liquid filling<\/strong>, you should be able to specify how many\nbottles you need to produce in a day, week or year. Defining the level of\nproduction makes it easier to calculate the speed or capacity per minute\/hour\nof the machine you are considering. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing is certain: the selected machine should have the\nability to grow with growing operations. Liquid fillers should be upgradable\nand the machine should accommodate more filling heads when required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The number of bottles per minute required to reach\nproduction demands will help you decide if a manual, semi-automatic or fully automated\npackaging system is\nright for you. Some experts feel that for small production runs,\nsemi-automatic or even manual\nliquid filling machines<\/a> make sense. When production picks up or new\nproducts are introduced, you can upgrade to a fully automated one which requires\nless operator interaction and dramatically increases the rate of filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Integration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A point to consider if whether the new liquid filling\nmachine you propose to purchase can integrate with your existing equipment or\neven the equipment you may buy in the future. \nThis is crucial to the overall efficiency of your packaging line and to\navoid being stuck with obsolete machinery later. Semi-automatic\nor manual filling machines<\/a> may not be easy to integrate but most automatic\nliquid filling machines are designed to align seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Accuracy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Filling accuracy is a key advantage of automated packaging\nsystems. Or it should be! Under-filled containers can lead to customer\ncomplaints while overfilling is waste you can ill afford.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Automation can ensure accurate filling. Automated filling\nmachines come equipped with PLC that control filling parameters, ensure product\nflow and consistent, precise filling. \nOverflow of product is eliminated which not only saves money by saving\nproduct, but it also reduces time and expenses spent on cleaning the machine\nand surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All this being said, if you\u2019re considering a liquid filling machine or bottling line for your business, get in touch with Nichrome. Over decades in the packaging industry, Nichrome has built the technology and capabilities to partner with customers, understand needs & challenges, and custom-design the most relevant, robust and innovative packaging solution<\/a> for your enterprise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nichrome offers food packaging systems, pharma packaging systems and custom packaging systems which are integrated smoothly into your operations with packaging systems integration. <\/p>\n