CONTAINERS:
PRODUCTS
The machine is capable of filling food, chemical and petroleum products with
viscosities to approximately 3000 cps. without special adaptations. Products
may be foaming or non-foaming. More viscous liquids, to 500,000 cps, may be
filled with special adaptations. Standard contact parts are brass and steel.
Sanitary Stainless Steel, 316 Stainless Steel, and titanium contact parts are
available as options
OPERATION
The operator places the empty container on the filling platform with the opening below
the filling nozzle and presses the operating button. The descends until the tip of
the nozzle is at the bottom of the container, opens and begins filling. The nozzle
rises slowly while filling. When the shut-off weight is reached, the nozzle closes
and rises from the container. The operator places the next container to begin filling.
Because of the design for side discharge, the filler operator often closes and palletizes
the containers, frequently using a CLS-25 pail closer or cap tightener.
The machine may be constructed to discharge either to the left or right, whichever
is most useful in the installation. Information sheets are available from Crandall
International to describe specific layouts.
WEIGHING DEVICE/ACCURACY:
The machine uses a mechanical weight tripping device with pneumatic cutoff. Accuracy
is maintained ±0.5% of target when correctly operated. Fast Flow/Slow Flow
("Dribble Flow") is available to increase accuracy (see "Options") but is not
recommended for containers smaller than 8 liters (2 gallons).
INSTALLATION:
The machine is shipped assembled and is capable of being installed easily by your
personnel. The machine needs only be connected to your plant air supply and the
product source. The machine includes the pneumatic filter, regulator and lubricator.
SUPPLY OF PRODUCT:
Product may be supplied by gravity or a pump. Maximum product line pressure on
standard machines is 3 bar (40 p.s.i.). If a pump is used, it should be a non-surging type and
have the ability to limit the pressure at the machine connection.
CHANGE OF CONTAINER:
When the container is changed, the weights are readjusted for the different weight.
If the container opening is different, the nozzle may be quickly changed.
CHANGE OF PRODUCT:
The machine is usually flushed with a solvent or cleaning solution. If a complete
cleaning is necessary, the filling head may be easily disassembled, cleaned and
reassembled. Disassembly, cleaning and reassembly takes approximately 30 minutes for
standard filling heads, 20 minutes for sanitary filling heads.
Maintenance: The machine is designed to provide the user with long service and minimal
maintenance. The standard frame is a tough welded tubular steel with a polyurethane
coating. Key parts are stainless steel to resist wear and corrosion. The pneumatic
system has visual indicators and manual overrides to make servicing easier. Most
components are inside a protective enclosure. The machine is supplied with an
illustrated installation/operation/maintenance manual.
See Options: CIP nozzle, Sanitary Contact Parts.
MAINTENANCE:
The machine has a heavy duty welded steel frame. The standard paint
is a stainless steel pigment polyurethane coating which is approved
by the U.S.D.A. for use in food plants. The construction is open so
that it can be easily cleaned. Key parts are stainless steel. Most
system components are in protective enclosures.
The pneumatic and electrical systems have visual and tactile indicators
for easy "trouble shooting." An illustrated installation/ operation /
maintenance manual is included.
The regular maintenance includes lubrication of moving parts, emptying
the pneumatic filter regularly, filling the pneumatic lubricator, and
regularly cleaning the machine.
SAFETY:
The operator has a quick shut-off button to terminate a fill if he sees a problem. The
machine operating system is completely non-electric and explosion proof.
NOISE CONTROL:
The 'A' level is less than 30 db at 1 meter. Cylinders exhaust
through mufflers inside the control box.
UTILITIES REQUIRED:
Electric: None.
Pneumatic: 90 liters at 5.6 bar (1 cu. ft. at 80 p.s.i.) per minute
PERSONNEL REQUIRED:
One worker is required to operate the machine. The
worker will normally operate the filler, and close the containers
using a cap tightener for screw caps or FCL closer if the containers
have friction lids.
OPERATING SPACE:Approximately 100 x 100 cm (40" x 40").
SHIPPING MEASUREMENTS:Approximately 125 x 100 x 215 cm (3' x 4' x 7.5')
SHIPPING WEIGHT:Approximately 350 kg (770 lbs).
| CONTAINER- | 4 Liter | 10 Liter | 20 Liter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gal. | 2.5 Gal. | 5 Gal. | |
| 300 | 220 | 150 |
Filling speed estimates are based on the filling of water into containers with
7 cm (3 in.) openings from a tank 3 m (10 ft.) above the filling platform.
Product viscosity, use of pumps to supply product at higher pressure, and other
product and installation characteristics will affect the actual production rate.
The production estimates are considered achievable in plant operation on a regular basis.
KN1-25-SD Filling/Capping Bottles and Jugs
KN1-25-SD Filling/Closing Pails
KN1-25-SD Filling/Closing Friction Top Cans
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