Inline automatic powder fillers for food and nutraceuticals

Ensure precise and efficient filling of sensitive powders into flexible containers with advanced bottom-up filling and vacuum sealing technology, reducing product loss and maintaining quality.

Efficiently Fills and Seals Powdered Products

The IBF Series from GEA is an inline powder filler designed for efficient, high-speed filling of sensitive food, dairy, and nutraceutical products into flexible containers. Its “bottom-up filling” method minimizes dust emissions while ensuring precise product placement. Suitable for protein powders, infant formula, and vitamin supplements, the system accommodates throughput up to 8 metric tonnes per hour. The integrated automation with Ethernet connectivity allows seamless connection to your plant’s SCADA systems, enabling real-time performance monitoring and fine-tuning. The stainless-steel construction ensures durability and meets hygiene standards, while automated clamping and vacuum sealing enhance operational efficiency. Custom configurations, including auger discharges and dual top-up systems, support specific plant requirements.

Benefits

  • Enhances production speed with up to 8 metric tonnes/hour capacity.
  • Minimizes product loss and dust emissions through bottom-up filling technology.
  • Facilitates seamless integration with existing SCADA systems for efficient monitoring.
  • Increased flexibility with customizable configurations for varying plant needs.
  • Ensures operator safety with fully integrated control systems and interlocked guarding.

General


Applications
Flexible containers,Dairy products,Food ingredients,Sensitive food powders,Powdered products,Nutraceutical products,Finished containers
End products
Dietary fiber supplements,Spice blends,Protein powders,Soup mixes,Infant formula,Starch powders,Custom nutrient blends,Vitamin supplements,Baking ingredients,Collagen supplements,Powdered sweeteners,Milk powder,Dehydrated broths,Powdered drink mixes,Lactose powder,Food additive powders,Cheese powder,Dried yogurt
Steps before
Purification,Drying,Mixing,Grinding
Steps after
Vacuuming,Packing,Container sealing,Stacking,Labeling
Input ingredients
food ingredient powder,dairy product powder,nutraceutical product powder
Output ingredients
filled bags,filled boxes,filled drums,finished container
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


Capacity
Up to 8 metric tonnes/h
Filling method
Auger powder discharge
Automation
Fully integrated automatic
Connectivity
Ethernet to SCADA system
Filling accuracy
High accuracy finished pack
Control system
Integrated control system
Container type
Bags,boxes,drums
Air removal
Vacuum station for air removal
Production rate
6-8 metric tonnes/h
Filling speed
8 metric tonnes/h

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Auger powder discharge
Automation Level
Fully automated with PLC and SCADA
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Inline Continuous
Cleaning Method
Manual/CIP
Integrated Steps
Filling,air removal,vacuum station
Energy Efficiency
High OEE
Air Incorporation Control
Bottom-up filling

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Control panel type
Integrated
Discharge method
Auger powder discharge

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-controlled with Ethernet connectivity
Integration possibilities
SCADA system connectivity