Jar Fillers

Jar fillers are commonly piston-based to handle sauces, spreads, creams and products with particulates, and are configured for wide-mouth containers with stable handling.

How it works

Jar filling machines handle wide-mouth containers, typically using piston or net weight metering suited to thicker products often packaged in jars. Wide openings allow for larger nozzle diameters, which can help with viscous or chunky products. Jar handling systems often include starwheels or timing screws to space containers under the fill heads.

Common applications

• Filling sauces, spreads, and preserves
• Packaging creams and cosmetic products in jars
• Filling viscous chemical products
• Packaging foods with particulates

Typical products and containers

Advantages

• Wide-mouth design accommodates thicker or chunkier products
• Compatible with piston, auger, or net weight filling technologies
• Reduces splashing associated with narrow-neck filling
• Adaptable to various jar heights and diameters

Buying considerations

• Confirm jar dimensions and mouth diameter fit the machine's tooling range.
• Consider whether the product contains particulates requiring larger valve or nozzle openings.
• Evaluate fill accuracy requirements, especially for weight-labeled products.
• Check changeover procedures for switching between jar sizes.
• Assess sanitation requirements if used for food or cosmetic products.