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 one filling platform with the opening
below the filling nozzle and presses the operating button. The nozzle 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.
While the first container is filling, the operator places a container on the second
filling platform and begins the fill. When a container is filled, the operator pushes
the filled container to the discharge conveyor. The containers discharge to the
closing palletizing operations. 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 to the machine from a gravity source (elevated tank) or
from a pump. The maximum pressure acceptable on the product line 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 and surges at the machine
product connections.
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.
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 suitable for flammable
products.
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. The fractional horsepower motor for the optional
motorized discharge conveyor requires less than 5 amps at start.
Pneumatic: 180 liters/min. at 6 bar (3 cu. ft/min at 80 p.s.i.).
PERSONNEL REQUIRED:
One worker is required to operate the machine. If the containers
are friction top cans, lug cover pails or plastic pails, the
operator will normally place the lids before discharging.
OPERATING SPACE:
Approximately 1.5 m x 1.5 m (60" x 60")
SHIPPING MEASUREMENTS:
Approximately 175 x 1.75 x 215 cm (5 x 5 x 7.5 ft.).
SHIPPING WEIGHT:
Approximately 750 kg (1650 lbs).
| CONTAINER- | 4 Liter | 10 Liter | 20 Liter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | 2.5 Gal. | 5 Gal. | |
| 500 | 450 | 300 |
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.
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