Apple - Water Jacketed Depositing Hopper

• Depositing viscous food products such as jams, sauces, and purees into containers.
• Filling pastries, pies, and tarts with fruit fillings or creams.
• Dispensing melted chocolate or confectionery glazes.
• Portioning semi-liquid ingredients in bakery and ready-meal production.
• Handling temperature-sensitive ingredients that require consistent heating during dispensing.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 50 to 200 litres, depending on the specific model and intended application.

Power supply

Heating elements for water jackets typically require a 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase electrical supply, with varying power ratings.

Temperature control

Units commonly feature adjustable temperature control for the water jacket, allowing precise heating of contents.

Material construction

Food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) is standard for all product contact parts, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Depositing mechanism

Commonly features a pneumatic or servo-driven piston or rotary valve system for accurate portion control.

Footprint

The footprint for these units can vary, but typically requires approximately 1m x 1m of floor space, plus access for operation and cleaning.

• What is the purpose of the water jacket?

  The water jacket provides indirect, gentle heating to the product within the hopper, preventing scorching and maintaining a consistent temperature and viscosity for optimal depositing.

• Can this hopper handle products with particulates?

• What maintenance is typically required for this type of equipment?

• Is this unit suitable for cold depositing applications?

• What kind of ancillary equipment might be needed?

Food depositors are valued for their precision, consistency and reliability in portioning applications across bakery, confectionery and prepared foods sectors. Buyers typically prioritise machines with minimal wear, clear maintenance histories and compatible control systems. Key strengths include durability when properly serviced, adaptability to various product viscosities, and straightforward operation. When purchasing used equipment, inspecting nozzles, pumps and pneumatic components is essential, as wear directly affects deposit accuracy. Machines from reputable manufacturers with documented service records generally command buyer confidence and deliver strong long-term value.

General overview for this equipment type