How to choose a filling machine for liquid products

Key points to review before selecting volumetric, flow-meter or weight-based filling equipment. The right decision starts with production data, physical samples and a clear understanding of the required line output.

Start with the product

Record viscosity, flow behaviour, foaming tendency, temperature and cleaning requirements. These details help identify whether volumetric, flow-meter, weight-based or specialised filling is appropriate.

Define the container and fill range

Share every bottle, jar, can or bucket size that will run on the line. Container dimensions, neck opening, fill range and changeover frequency directly affect nozzle, conveyor and handling design.

Set a practical output target

Specify expected bottles or containers per minute, shift pattern and upstream or downstream equipment. The required output helps determine automation level, number of filling heads and conveyor configuration.

Prepare a useful enquiry

Include product type, container samples, filling range, target accuracy, required output, available floor space and whether capping or sealing must be integrated.