Fully Automatic Drum Filler
Model: A-DOS P1
Capacity: 4 drums on a pallet or 1 IBC
Rate: Up to (40) 55-gallon drums per hour or (15) 275-gallon IBCs
Speed: Engineered for mass production
Material: Carbon or stainless steel construction all wetted parts use 316 stainless steel
Overview
This GRIEF-VELOX model is a fully automatic filling system, model A-DOS-P1, is designed for efficient drum filling and is suitable for a wide range of fluids, from low viscosity to high viscosity media. It automatically positions the filling lance, fills to the specified weight, and repeats the process for each drum, minimizing operator intervention. Capable of filling up to 40 drums per hour, it is optimized for high-speed, large-scale production.
- Automatic bung opening and lance positioning
- High-speed filling: up to 40 drums per hour
- Adjustable for different liquid viscosities
- Optional IBC/tote filling with lid removal and replacement
- Operator-free drum handling process
Description of Operation
This fully automatic filling system, model A-DOS-P1, is designed for high-efficiency filling of drums and IBCs.
- A load of four drums is conveyed into the filling station and stops by photo eye.
- A camera/sensor device automatically moves over the load to locate each bung
- A bung removal tool is used to remove the bung from each drum
- Each bung is held until the drum is filled then it’s replaced with the same drum
- The boom and lance carriage move into position to start the fill cycle
- Each drum is automatically tarred to zero weight before filling
- When liquid reaches the lance tip the machine shifts into fast fill cycle
- Near the top, it shifts to slow speed to top of the drum and minimize foaming
- When filled to the designated weight, the lance retracts to his home position
- The bung is automatically replaced onto the filled drum
- The bung removal and filling cycle is repeated for all subsequent empty drums
- When all containers are filled, the load will drive out allowing a new load to enter
- The tested cycle rate, with water, is four drums / five minutes, or 48 drums/hour
Technical Specifications
This fully automatic filling system, model A-DOS-P1, is designed for efficient filling of drums and IBCs, with or without pallets.
- Filling Method: Offers Below Bunghole, Below Level, or Above Level filling processes.
- Viscosity Handling: Suitable for medium viscosity products ranging from 1 to 50,000 mPas at 20°C.
- Industries Served: Ideal for chemical, petrochemical, and food industries requiring high-volume and precise filling standards.
- Performance: Capable of filling up to 40 drums or 15 IBCs per hour, depending on the system configuration.
- Automated Bunghole Detection and Closing: Ensures quick and safe filling through fully automated lid detection and closing operations.
- Fluid Compatibility: Adaptable to a wide range of fluids, from low to high viscosity media.
- Safety Certifications: Certified for use in potentially explosive areas, ensuring safe filling of foaming products.
- System Integration: Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing production lines, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Additional information
Portability | Stationary – Floor mounted |
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Fume Booth | No |
Conveyor System For Empty And Full Containers | Standard |
Foaming Product | Yes |
Automation Type | Fully Automatic – Machine removes and/or replaces bung / lid |
Product Temperature | <250 |
Container Type (Standard) | Drum-Plastic, Drum-Steel, Palletized Drums (Plastic), Palletized Drums (Steel), Totes / IBCs up to 330 gallons (with 5" conveyable foot) |
Container Type (Optional) | Pails, Totes / IBCs up to 550 gallons (with 5" conveyable foot) |
Fill Heads (Standard) | 1 Fill Head |
Fill Heads (Optional) | 2 Fill Head |
Classification for Explosive / Flammable Environments (Standard) | Unclassified |
Classification for Explosive / Flammable Environments (Optional) | Class I – Div I, Class I – Div II |
Site Conditions (Standard) | Industrial Standard |
Site Conditions (Optional) | Corrosive Environment, Food Grade, Outdoor, Requires Washdown |
Frame Construction / Coating (Standard) | Carbon Steel Enamel |
Frame Construction / Coating (Optional) | Carbon Steel Epoxy, Stainless 304, Stainless 316 |
Product - Wetted Parts (Standard) | Standard 316 |
Product - Wetted Parts (Optional) | Corrosive / Caustic, Food Grade |
Product Viscosity Handling (Standard) | 0-2,500 CPS (Water to Maple Syrup), 10,000 CPS (Honey), 100,000 CPS (Toothpaste), 50,000 CPS (Ketchup) |
Product Viscosity Handling (Optional) | 250,000 CPS (Peanut Butter) |