Apple engineering MR150 Pneumatic Depositor

• Depositing batters and doughs for bakery products.
• Filling pies, tarts, and quiches with various fillings.
• Portioning sauces, purees, and viscous liquids into containers.
• Dispensing creams, custards, and mousses for confectionery items.
• Accurately filling ready meals with various components.

Typical capacity range

Units of this type commonly offer a depositing range from a few grams up to several hundred grams per shot, adjustable based on product viscosity and nozzle size.

Power supply

Pneumatic depositors primarily require a compressed air supply, typically 6-8 bar, with a minimal electrical connection for controls if applicable.

Hopper volume

For this class of equipment, hopper volumes commonly range from 50 litres to 150 litres, suitable for batch processing.

Construction material

Food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) is standard for all product contact parts, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Footprint

Mobile units are designed to be relatively compact, typically requiring a floor space of approximately 1m x 1m, plus operational access.

Throughput

Cycle speeds are product-dependent but can commonly range from 10 to 40 deposits per minute for single-head units.

• What types of products can this depositor handle?

  Pneumatic depositors are generally suitable for a wide range of viscous and semi-viscous products, including batters, creams, sauces, jams, and chunky fillings, provided they can flow through the nozzle.

• Is this unit easy to clean?

• Can the deposit volume be adjusted?

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Is this type of depositor suitable for products with particulates?

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.

General overview for this equipment type