Baker Perkins - Bakers Piston Depositor To Fit Over Conveyor

• Depositing batters and doughs onto conveyorised baking trays or moulds.
• Accurately filling pies, tarts, and quiches with various fillings.
• Portioning creams, jams, or fruit fillings onto biscuits or cakes.
• Dispensing sauces or purees in ready meal production lines.

Typical capacity

Throughput varies significantly based on product viscosity, portion size, and number of pistons; commonly capable of several thousand deposits per hour.

Power supply

Typically requires a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with pneumatic air supply for piston operation.

Footprint

Designed to fit over an existing conveyor, the main unit's footprint is typically compact, but overall line length needs to accommodate the conveyor.

Product compatibility

Suitable for a wide range of viscous and semi-liquid products, including batters, creams, fruit fillings, and some doughs.

Construction material

Commonly constructed from stainless steel for food contact parts and ease of cleaning, with other robust materials for structural components.

Portion accuracy

Piston depositors are known for high volumetric accuracy, typically within a small percentage deviation.

• What products can this type of depositor handle?

  Piston depositors are generally suitable for viscous liquids, semi-liquids, and some particulate products, such as batters, creams, fruit fillings, and soft doughs. Product consistency is key for optimal performance.

• Can this unit be integrated into an existing production line?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used piston depositor?

• Are spare parts readily available for Baker Perkins equipment?

• What considerations are there for cleaning and hygiene?

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