Apple - Apple - Water Jacketed Depositing Hopper

Applications & Use Cases

• Depositing viscous food products such as jams, sauces, and purees into containers.
• Filling pastries, pies, and tarts with fruit fillings or creams.
• Dispensing melted chocolate or confectionery glazes.
• Portioning semi-liquid ingredients in bakery and ready-meal production.
• Handling temperature-sensitive ingredients that require consistent heating during dispensing.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 50 to 200 litres, depending on the specific model and intended application.

Power supply

Heating elements for water jackets typically require a 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase electrical supply, with varying power ratings.

Temperature control

Units commonly feature adjustable temperature control for the water jacket, allowing precise heating of contents.

Material construction

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

Depositing mechanism

Commonly features a pneumatic or servo-driven piston or rotary valve system for accurate portion control.

Footprint

The footprint for these units can vary, but typically requires approximately 1m x 1m of floor space, plus access for operation and cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the purpose of the water jacket?

  The water jacket provides indirect, gentle heating to the product within the hopper, preventing scorching and maintaining a consistent temperature and viscosity for optimal depositing.

• Can this hopper handle products with particulates?

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

• Is this unit suitable for cold depositing applications?

• What kind of ancillary equipment might be needed?