Automatic Pail Filling System


Description of Operation

This is a fully automatic pail filling system. The operator is there to start-up the system, as shown, and to place the lids onto the filled pails. A pair of horizontal air cylinders sequence in/out as an escapement on the infeed line. The PLC based controller automatically tares the container and fills the pail.

The filler has 2" diameter product valving for faster fill rates, PLC based weight controller for accurate filling. a 2-speed fill cycle and an air operated telescoping mast to accommodate various size containers. The operator is available to use the lid crimping tool, hanging from the monorail, to secure metal lids

General Specifications

  • Two inch diameter product valves for faster flow rates
  • Quick change 2" diameter lances
  • Wetted parts are 304 stainless steel with Teflon seats & seals
  • 300 Kg capacity scale base
  • Fully welded structural steel frame
  • Lance carriage with guided tracks
  • Air operated drip pan and Teflon wiper rings
  • PLC based weight controller & load cell
  • Dust proof standard enclosure, others optional
  • RS-232 port for optional data acquisition and printer connection
  • Alpha - Numeric operator keyboard
  • Operator troubleshooting interface with prompts

Options & Accessories

  • On-the-Fly Lid Press
  • Infeed & outfeed conveyors
  • Spare lance assembly
  • Flame proof enclosures
  • Nitrogen container purging system
  • Lance flush or clean-in-place assembly
  • Automatic fume booth