Turbo systems - 2013 Turbo Systems Ltd Force feed depositor

Applications & Use Cases

• Depositing thick batters for cakes and muffins.
• Filling pies and tarts with fruit fillings or custards.
• Portioning dense meat pastes or vegetable purees.
• Dispensing viscous sauces or gravies into containers.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, hopper capacities typically range from 20 to 100 litres, depending on the model and intended application.

Power supply

Commonly found on units of this type, power requirements are typically 230V, single-phase, or 400V, three-phase, often with pneumatic actuation.

Throughput

Throughput rates can vary significantly, typically from 10 to 60 deposits per minute, influenced by product viscosity and deposit volume.

Deposit volume range

Units of this type commonly offer a wide deposit volume range, typically from 5ml up to 1000ml per cycle, adjustable via controls.

Contact materials

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

Footprint

The footprint for a standalone force feed depositor is typically compact, often around 800mm x 800mm x 1500mm (W x D x H), excluding conveyors.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are best suited for a force feed depositor?

  Force feed depositors excel with dense, viscous, or particulate-laden products that might not flow easily by gravity, such as thick batters, pastes, and chunky fillings.

• Can the deposit volume be adjusted?

• What maintenance is typically required for this type of equipment?

• Is this equipment suitable for integration into an existing production line?

• What are the typical cleaning procedures?