Cream Filling Machine with Batch-Type Filling Technology | Discus Technology

A cream filling machine designed for batch type filling is a specialized system optimized for producing creams in distinct, controlled batches, ideal for manufacturers handling multiple product formulations, small to medium production runs, or products requiring strict batch traceability. Unlike continuous filling lines, batch type machines process a specific quantity of cream—from a few liters to several hundred liters—before stopping to allow for cleaning, formulation changes, or quality checks, ensuring each batch meets precise specifications. The core of the system includes a batch hopper with integrated mixing and temperature control to maintain cream homogeneity and viscosity throughout the filling process, critical for consistent fill volumes and product texture. Batch type machines feature programmable logic controllers (PLCs) that store recipes for different cream formulations, allowing operators to quickly recall settings such as filling volume, speed, pressure, and temperature, reducing changeover time between batches. This recipe management system also enhances traceability, as each batch’s parameters are logged, including timestamp, operator ID, and quality control data, facilitating compliance with regulatory requirements in industries like pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Filling accuracy is achieved through precision filling heads—often piston or diaphragm based—with adjustable stroke lengths to accommodate varying container sizes and fill volumes, ensuring each unit in the batch meets exact specifications. Hygiene is prioritized with CIP (Clean in Place) and SIP (Sterilize in Place) systems that automate cleaning between batches, eliminating cross contamination risks and ensuring each new formulation starts with a sterile environment. Batch type filling machines are highly flexible, supporting various container types (jars, tubes, bottles) and closure systems, with optional integration of capping, labeling, and weighing stations for complete batch processing. They excel in environments where product diversity is high, such as specialty cosmetic lines or custom pharmaceutical ointments, allowing manufacturers to respond quickly to market demands without sacrificing quality. Additionally, batch processing enables easier testing and quality control, as samples can be taken from each batch for analysis before full distribution. With features like batch counters, automatic stop functions when a batch is complete, and alarms for deviations from set parameters, these machines provide manufacturers with the control, flexibility, and compliance needed to produce high quality cream products in efficient, traceable batches.