Bulk powder filler for food, dairy, and nutraceuticals

Optimize your bulk powder filling process with a system designed to ensure precise weighing, compaction, and dust-free sealing—crucial for maintaining product integrity in high-care environments.

Fills and Compacts Bulk Powders into Containers

The GEA HYGiBulk series, including the C1, C2, and C3 models, offers a tailored solution for filling bulk powders with precision and hygiene. Designed for food manufacturers, dairy producers, and nutraceutical companies, these systems excel in filling, weighing, and sealing processes to maintain product quality and packaging integrity.

The GEA HYGiBulk systems feature top weighing and base compaction methods, preventing creasing and ensuring maximum bag volume utilization. With capacities adaptable to low, medium, and high throughput environments, these systems efficiently handle applications like instant milk powder, whey protein, and vitamin supplements.

The semi-automatic operation is complemented by features such as an inflatable fill head for a dust-tight seal and customizable options including modified atmosphere packing and heat sealing. All models are compatible with various bag sizes through their adjustable systems, ensuring flexibility. The C3 model includes an optional HYGiLoad for automated handling and palletizing, making it ideal for high care areas requiring stringent hygiene standards.

Every unit is constructed with robust materials for durability and easy maintenance, supporting clean-in-place procedures to uphold sanitary conditions. With engineering support for custom configurations, the GEA HYGiBulk range integrates seamlessly into existing production lines, enhancing efficiency and output.

Benefits

  • Enhances hygiene control in high care areas with dust-tight filling.
  • Optimizes storage space with compact, stable bulk powder packaging.
  • Increases operational efficiency through automated bag handling and palletizing.
  • Adapts easily to varying bag sizes, minimizing setup time.
  • Promotes product quality with precise weighing and filling systems.

General


Applications
Food,Nutraceuticals,Free-flowing powders,Dairy,Granulated materials
End products
Cocoa powder,Baking powder,Infant formula,Granulated sugar,Instant soup powder,Vitamin supplements,Protein supplements,Calcium granules,Instant milk powder,Whey protein powder
Steps before
Purification,Drying,Grinding,Emulsification
Steps after
Packing,Sterilization,Palletizing,Sealing
Input ingredients
dry free-flowing food powders,dairy powders,nutraceutical powders,granulated materials
Output ingredients
flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC),bulk bags,super sacks
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Bag type
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC)
Automation
Semi-Automatic
Capacity
Low,Medium,High throughputs
Bag Adjustment Range
600mm
Filling method
Top Weighing,Base Compaction
Inflatable Filling Head
Dust-tight seal
Powder feed method
Rotary valve,vibrating conveyor,cross-feed auger
Bag base compaction
Vibration during filling
Weighing during filling
Bag suspended
Compactor base adjustability
600mm range
Modified Atmosphere Packing
Capable
Bag closing method
Tie-off,Optional Heat Sealer
Filling Options
Multiple bag sizes
Operator Platform
Fixed height

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / Semi-Automatic
Bag handling
Suspended during filling
Compaction method
Base vibration
Flexibility in bag size
Adjustable filling
Dust control
Inflatable (Static) Fill Head
Filling method
Top Weighing
Throughput variability
Low,Medium,High
Pallet handling
Allowed / Not Allowed (C1,C3)
Setup flexibility
Configurable system

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High resistance
Biological compatibility
Suitable for food and nutraceutical powders
Cleanability
Hygienic design for easy cleaning
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel components
Density/particle size
Handles free-flowing powders and granules

Product type Characteristics


Agglomeration risk
Yes/No

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Bag size compatibility
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC),bulk bags,super sacks
Bag Adjustment Range
600mm
Filling height
Fixed operator height with automatic lift system
Base Compaction
Vibration for settled base
Inflatable Fill Head
Dust-tight seal
Suspension system
Bag suspended during filling
Weight Support
Weighing frame

Custom Options


Bag Adjustment Range
600mm
Bag Type
FIBC / Bulk Bags / Super Sacks
Operator Platform
Fixed Height
Filling System Options
Automatic Lift System
Inflatable Fill Head
Yes
Bag Sealing/Closing Station
Optional
Modified Atmosphere Packing (M.A.P.)
Capable
Powder Feed Method
Rotary Valve / Vibrating Conveyor / Cross-feed Auger
Operator Side
Single Side Operation
Bag Hook Type
Fixed / Powered Pivoting with Auto-release
Conveyor System
Automatic
Compactor Base
Height Adjustable
Pallet Handling
Permitted / Not Permitted
Heat Sealer
Optional
Palletizing System
Optional with HYGiLoad