Rotary filling and sealing for liquid to pasty products

Boost production efficiency with a flexible rotary solution that handles everything from liquid to high viscosity, ensuring seamless filling and sealing across diverse product types from yogurts to soups.

Fills and Seals Dairy and Food Containers

The R-LINE from IMA Group is a rotary filling and sealing machine designed for high-speed, automated packaging of food and dairy products. This machine stands out due to its hygienic wash-down design, accommodating a variety of pre-formed cups, tubs, and bottles, ranging from small yogurt cups to large margarine sticks. It operates with high flexibility, seamlessly integrating into existing production lines with its modular design. Capable of processing up to 36,000 units per hour, the R-LINE handles both liquid and high-viscous products with or without particulates.

Its future-proof construction allows it to transition between different container sizes and materials, including recyclable and mono-material options, aligning with sustainability goals. Automation is enhanced through PLC control, supporting both “clean” and “aseptic ready” operations. The ergonomic design facilitates maintenance, while the absence of a table plate enhances sanitation. With configurations available for various industry needs, the R-LINE is ideal for dairy producers, food manufacturers, and beverage companies seeking efficient and reliable packaging solutions.

Benefits

  • Increases production efficiency with output up to 36,000 units per hour.
  • Enhances product safety with aseptic-ready, hygienic design.
  • Adapts to sustainability goals with recyclable packaging options.
  • Minimizes maintenance effort with easy-to-clean, open-body structure.
  • Optimizes space with modular construction suitable for various line configurations.

General


Applications
Beverages,Soups,Sauces,High viscous products,Fruit purees,Pet food,Creams,Jams,Dips,Desserts,Dressings,Margarine,Dairy products
End products
Fresh cheese containers,Quark tubs,Chocolate mousse,Margarine sticks,Ready-to-eat soup packs,Strawberry jam jars,Cheese dips,Milk bottles,Hummus packs,Moisturizing skin creams,Wet cat food cans,Apple puree pots,Vinaigrette dressings,Cream cartons,Yogurt cups,Energy gel packs,Dessert cups,Deli salad containers,Butter tubs,Hot fill pasta sauce
Steps before
Product preparation,Pre-forming cups or containers,Ingredient mixing
Steps after
Sealing,Packaging,Labeling,Distribution
Input ingredients
liquid products,pasty products,mono-material cups,paper-based cups,pre-formed cups,tubs,buckets,glass jars,bottles
Output ingredients
filled cups,filled tubs,filled buckets,filled jars,filled bottles
Market info
IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.

Technical Specifications


Output range
up to 36,000 cups/h
Filling volume
up to 2,500 ml
Rotary disc diameter
S-Type
Footprint
S-Type
Round container diameter
175 mm
Square container size
175 mm
Container height
180 mm
Hygienic design
Clean to Aseptic Ready

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Rotary Filling,Sealing
Integrated steps
Filling and sealing
CIP/SIP
Wash down design
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Automation level
PLC-controlled
Cleaning method
Hygienic design
Flexibility
High flexibility,future-proof design
Capacity
Up to 36,000 cups/h

Material Compatibility


Sustainability practices
Mono-material,Paper-based,Recyclable
Viscosity range
Liquid to high viscous
Compatibility with cup materials
Pre-formed cups,Glass jars,Bottles
Cleanability
Wash down design

Product type Characteristics


Container Size
Filling volume up to 2,500 ml
Container Shape
Round Ø 175 mm,Square 175 mm
Material Type
Mono-material or paper-based cups
Foam Sensitivity
Aerated mousse products

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
1,500 x 1,500 mm to 3,200 x 3,200 mm
Rotary disc diameter
1,000 mm to 2,620 mm
Container format
Pre-formed cups,tubs,buckets,glass jars,bottles
Filling volume
Up to 2,500 ml
Height
Up to 180 mm
Round diameter
175 mm
Square size
175 mm

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-controlled
Operating height
Comfortable
Machine type
Rotary Filling,Sealing
Footprint
S-Type
Footprint
M-Type
Footprint
L-Type
Footprint
XL-Type
Modularity
Highest
Flexibility
Maximum