Gravity Fillers

Gravity fillers rely on a holding tank above the fill heads and timed valve openings to dispense product. They are a cost-effective option for thin, consistent liquids where a small variance in fill volume is acceptable.

How it works

Gravity fillers rely on the natural downward flow of liquid from an elevated supply tank through a valve and into the container below. Fill volume is typically controlled by timed valve opening or by level sensing. This straightforward method works best with thin, free-flowing, non-foaming liquids.

Common applications

• Filling thin beverages and liquid foods
• Packaging water-thin chemical products
• Dispensing low-viscosity cleaning solutions
• Simple batch or small-scale bottling operations

Typical products and containers

Advantages

• Mechanically simple with few moving parts
• Generally lower cost than pump or piston systems
• Gentle product handling with minimal shear
• Straightforward maintenance and cleaning

Buying considerations

• Confirm the product viscosity is low enough for consistent gravity flow.
• Determine whether timed or level-sensing fill control better suits your accuracy needs.
• Consider tank elevation and plant layout requirements.
• Evaluate whether foaming products require an alternative filling method.
• Check throughput expectations against the number of fill heads available.