Vacuum filler for sausage and ham production

Achieve precision in filling and portioning pasty and fluid products with a system designed for high volume and consistency, ensuring excellent product quality even with larger chunk sizes. Ideal for seamless integration into high-speed and continuous processing lines.

Fills and Portions Diverse Food Products

The VF 840 from Handtmann Maschinenfabrik is a versatile vacuum filler designed for complex food processing needs. What sets the VF 840 apart is its precision portioning system that caters to a wide array of products, from sausages and processed cheese to vegan snacks and confectionery goods. With a capacity to handle up to 9,000 kg/hour and operating at pressures up to 25 bar, this equipment ensures high throughput and consistent quality. Its integration capability allows seamless synchronization with existing clipping machines and other processing equipment, making it an indispensable part of automated production lines. The energy-efficient design, certified by TÜV, reduces operational costs while maintaining high-performance standards. The VF 840 is engineered with a vane cell feed system that offers long-term stability and reduced wear, even with chunky product components, ensuring that product quality and production efficiency remain uncompromised. Additionally, the smooth-surface design and automatic cleaning functions attest to its superior hygiene standards, making maintenance straightforward and efficient. For manufacturers in the meat, dairy, and plant-based food sectors, the VF 840 provides unmatched performance, reliability, and adaptability, supported by Handtmann’s dedicated engineering and customization options.

Benefits

  • Increases production efficiency with precise portioning accuracy, reducing waste and rework.
  • Optimizes energy use, cutting operational costs due to its TÜV-certified design.
  • Enhances product quality through a gentle feed system, preserving the integrity of larger chunks.
  • Streamlines operation with easy integration into existing production lines ensuring minimal disruption.
  • Minimizes maintenance effort with ergonomic and hygienic design, supporting swift cleaning processes.

General


Applications
Sausage and meat products,Baked goods,Soups,Sauces,Combined products,Salads,Pet food,Confectionery,Stews,Vegan products,Vegetarian products,Fish and seafood,Meat substitutes,Dairy products
End products
Cream soups,Vegan cheese,Dairy-free yogurt,Processed cheese,Cooked ham,Jelly sweets,Chicken nuggets,Cookies,Chocolate truffles,Tofu-based snacks,Tomato sauces,Bread rolls,Meatless meatballs,Cat food,Tuna salad,Fish sticks,Cooked sausage,Potato salad,Potatoes au gratin,Spring rolls,Vegan sausages,Dog food
Steps before
Grinding,Mixing,Emulsification
Steps after
Clipping,Packaging,Sterilization
Input ingredients
pasty products,fluid products,products with large chunk size,sausages,ham
Output ingredients
filled sausage,portioning of pasty products,portioning of fluid products,processed ham,processed sausage
Market info
Handtmann is known for its engineering expertise in providing high-quality, tailor-made processing solutions, particularly in the food industry, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and technical support in portioning and filling equipment.

Technical Specifications


Filling capacity
9000 kg/h
Filling pressure
up to 25 bar
Hopper volume
550 litres
Portioning capacity
up to 800 portions/min
Portioning accuracy
Long-term stable
Energy efficiency
Outstanding (TÜV-certified)
Product type compatibility
Pasty and fluid products,large chunk size
Cleaning method
Automatic pre and interim cleaning
Automation
Separate servo drive for auger available as an option

Operating Characteristics


Filling capacity
9000 kg/h
Filling pressure
Up to 25 bar
Portioning capacity
Up to 800 portions/min
Energy efficiency
TÜV-certified
Automation level
Flexible and Easy to Synchronise
Cleaning method
Automatic pre and interim cleaning
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Product quality monitoring
Integrated
Chunk size handling
Large chunk size
Hopper volume
Up to 550 litres
Ergonomic design
User-friendly

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Automatic pre and interim cleaning

Physical Characteristics


Hopper Volume
Up to 550 litres
Filling Capacity
Up to 9000 kg/h
Portioning Capacity
Up to 800 portions/min
Filling Pressure
Up to 25 bar
Feed Method
Vane cell feed system
Design
Ergonomic,smooth-surface

Custom Options


Control panel type
Ergonomic design
Integration possibilities
Flexible synchronization with all standard clippers
Hopper versions
Up to 550 litre
Auger drive options
Separate servo drive available
Automation level
Highly efficient operation