RIGGS DOUBLE HEAD DEPOSITOR

• Accurately dispenses viscous products into containers in the food industry.
• Used for filling cosmetic creams, lotions, and gels into jars or bottles.
• Applies precise amounts of sauces, purees, or batters in catering and ready-meal production.
• Suitable for depositing pharmaceutical ointments or gels into various packaging.
• Handles non-food items like glues, sealants, or lubricants in industrial assembly.

Typical capacity range

Depositors of this class commonly handle chamber sizes from 50ml up to 5000ml per head.

Number of heads

This unit is specified as a double-head system, offering dual-lane dispensing.

Throughput

Throughput for twin-head depositors typically ranges from 20 to 60 cycles per minute, depending on product viscosity and fill volume.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a standard single-phase or three-phase electrical supply, often 230V or 400V, with a pneumatic air supply.

Materials of construction

Food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) is typically used for all product contact parts.

Footprint

A double-head depositor typically requires a footprint of approximately 1000mm to 1800mm in length and 600mm to 1000mm in width.

Product suitability

Generally suitable for depositing liquids, semi-liquids, and products with small particulates.

• What kind of products can this depositor handle?

  This type of depositor is typically suitable for a wide range of viscous and semi-viscous products, including sauces, jams, creams, yoghurts, batters, and certain industrial compounds. Products with small particulates can also often be handled.

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

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

• Can the fill volume be easily adjusted?

• Are spare parts readily available for Riggs equipment?

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