Winyard Midifill MKII Twin depositor

• Depositors are commonly used in bakeries for filling pies, tarts, and cakes.
• They are essential in food processing for portioning ready meals, sauces, and purees.
• In confectionery, depositors are used for accurate filling of chocolates and other sweet products.
• Pharmaceutical industries utilise depositors for precise filling of creams, gels, and liquids into containers.
• Cosmetic manufacturers use this type of equipment for dispensing lotions, shampoos, and other personal care products.

Typical throughput

For this class of twin-head depositor, throughput can typically range from 30 to 60 portions per minute, depending on product viscosity and deposit volume.

Deposit weight range

Units of this type commonly handle a wide range, from small portions of a few grams up to several kilograms per stroke.

Product temperature suitability

Many depositors are designed to handle products across a broad temperature spectrum, including chilled, ambient, and hot applications.

Construction material

Equipment for food and pharmaceutical use is typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Hopper capacity

Hoppers on depositors of this size commonly range from 50kg to 250kg, often designed for integration with bulk feeding systems.

Mobility

Many twin depositors are mounted on mobile trolleys for flexible placement within a production line.

Power supply

Typically, these units require a standard industrial electrical supply, often three-phase, and may also utilise compressed air.

Nozzle configuration

Units commonly feature interchangeable nozzles to suit various product types and container openings, often with drip-free functionality.

• What types of products can this depositor handle?

  Depositors like the Winyard Midifill MKII are versatile and can handle a wide range of viscous and semi-viscous products, including sauces, salads, purees, creams, and batters. The specific product suitability depends on viscosity and particulate size.

• Is this unit suitable for hot filling?

• What maintenance is typically required for a depositor?

• Can the deposit weight be easily adjusted?

• What are the typical space requirements for a twin depositor?

• Is specialist installation required?

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