Standard Depositor

Applications & Use Cases

• Depositors are commonly used in bakeries for portioning batters, creams, and jams into trays or moulds.
• In confectionery, they are suitable for accurately dispensing chocolate, caramel, or fondant.
• Food manufacturers utilise depositors for filling pies, tarts, and ready meals with various ingredients.
• They can also be found in dairy operations for portioning yoghurts, custards, and cheese spreads.
• Pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries may use similar equipment for precise filling of viscous products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from several hundred to several thousand deposits per hour, depending on product viscosity and deposit volume.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a standard industrial single-phase or three-phase electrical supply, typically 230V or 400V.

Deposit volume range

A standard depositor typically offers an adjustable deposit volume, often ranging from a few millilitres up to several litres per cycle.

Product viscosity suitability

This equipment is generally suitable for a wide range of viscous and semi-viscous products, from thin batters to thick pastes and chunky fillings.

Footprint

The footprint for a standalone unit is typically compact, designed for integration into existing production lines or for use as a benchtop machine.

Materials of construction

Product contact parts are commonly made from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) to ensure hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Cleaning and maintenance

Units are typically designed for easy disassembly and 'clean-in-place' (CIP) or 'clean-out-of-place' (COP) procedures to facilitate hygiene.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can a standard depositor handle?

  A standard depositor is versatile and can handle a wide range of viscous and semi-viscous products, including batters, creams, jams, purees, and some chunky fillings. The specific suitability depends on the pump type and nozzle configuration.

• Is this type of equipment suitable for hot and cold products?

• What is 'speed control' on a depositor?

• Can a used depositor be integrated into an existing production line?

• What spare parts are commonly needed for a used depositor?

• Are there different types of pumps used in depositors?