Steck Depositor

• Depositing batters and doughs for bakery products such as muffins, cupcakes, and cookies.
• Filling pies, tarts, and quiches with various fillings including fruit, cream, or savoury mixtures.
• Portioning sauces, purees, and viscous liquids in food manufacturing processes.
• Dispensing confectionery items like chocolate ganache or caramel into moulds.

Typical capacity

Hopper volumes commonly range from 20 to 100 litres for this class of equipment, suitable for batch production.

Power supply

Units of this type typically operate on a standard industrial three-phase power supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz.

Deposit mechanism

This unit features a single-head volumetric piston depositing system, offering precise portion control.

Mixing function

The integrated mixing function in the hopper is designed to maintain product consistency during operation.

Materials of construction

Contact parts are typically made from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.

Footprint

For a single-head depositor with an integrated hopper, the footprint commonly requires approximately 1.5m x 1m of floor space.

• What types of products can this Steck Depositor handle?

  This type of depositor is generally suitable for viscous and semi-viscous products, including batters, creams, sauces, and fillings, particularly those requiring gentle handling or consistent mixing.

• Is this unit suitable for products with particulates?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required for a depositor like this?

• Can the deposit volume be adjusted?

• What safety features are commonly found on these depositors?

Food depositors are valued for their precision, consistency and reliability in portioning applications across bakery, confectionery and prepared foods sectors. Buyers typically prioritise machines with minimal wear, clear maintenance histories and compatible control systems. Key strengths include durability when properly serviced, adaptability to various product viscosities, and straightforward operation. When purchasing used equipment, inspecting nozzles, pumps and pneumatic components is essential, as wear directly affects deposit accuracy. Machines from reputable manufacturers with documented service records generally command buyer confidence and deliver strong long-term value.

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