Winyard Engineering Ltd - Winyard Auger Filler Rice Depositor

• Used for precise volumetric filling of free-flowing and semi-free-flowing granular products into bags, pouches, jars, or containers.
• Commonly employed in the food industry for packaging rice, grains, pulses, spices, coffee, and similar dry goods.
• Applicable in the pharmaceutical sector for dispensing powders and granules.
• Utilised in chemical and cosmetic industries for accurate dosing of powdered or granular materials.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can range from 10 to 60 fills per minute, depending on product density, fill volume, and container size.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a 230V, single-phase or 400V, three-phase electrical supply, typically requiring a 50Hz frequency.

Filling range

Auger fillers are generally capable of dispensing fill weights from a few grams up to several kilograms, adjustable via auger tooling and control settings.

Accuracy

Volumetric auger fillers typically offer a filling accuracy of ±0.5% to ±2%, depending on product consistency and machine calibration.

Materials of construction

Product contact parts are commonly manufactured from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316L) to meet hygiene standards.

Footprint

A typical auger filler of this type might require a floor space of approximately 1m x 1.5m, though this varies with ancillary equipment.

• What products are suitable for an auger filler?

  Auger fillers are best suited for dry, free-flowing, and semi-free-flowing powders and granular products such as rice, sugar, flour, spices, coffee, and chemical powders. Products with poor flow characteristics may require specific auger tooling.

• Can this machine handle different fill weights?

• What kind of containers can this depositor fill?

• What maintenance is typically required for an auger filler?

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

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