Fast fill solution

Packaging Automation (UK) Ltd is targeting ice-cream and frozen yoghurt manufacturers with its Fastfill volumetric container filling and sealing equipment following design developments, which have increased the versatility of the range.

The compact Fastfill40 is the ‘baby’ of the family and is suitable for small volume production, while the higher capacity Fastfill60 and Fastfill100 machines are suitable for medium and higher levels of output. All the machines are manufactured from stainless steel with an open layout and easy-to-remove parts to help access all areas for cleaning. Pot size changes are quickly accommodated giving added flexibility.

Each machine can now meet the demands of ice-cream manufacturers producing a variety of tub formats and sizes — from small individual serving pots right up to large 1 kg tubs.

As well as plain, flavoured and ripple varieties, the Fastfill machines can also be used for ice-cream containing inclusions. Standard or spooned lids, typical in individual serving tubs, can also be accommodated.

The volumetric range of machines can now be used for modified atmosphere packaging, increasing its versatility.

As well as being suitable for ice-cream, Fastfill equipment is being used for filling soups, sauces, desserts, dips and can easily handle dry products such as confectionery, nuts and cereal as well as non-food products.