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CUSTOMER'S NEEDS COME FIRST AS T.D. SAWVEL
INTRODUCES MODEL 113S-K SCALE-FILLER KIT FOR LIQUID FOODS PACKAGERS

Sawvel's new 113S-K offers unparalleled versatility with its compact, single-head, scale-controlled liquid filler. This model is perfect for customers who need a better fill system for their edible oils, milk-based liquids, or other liquid foods -- but are looking to hold down costs. Sawvel's new model is guaranteed to enable the customer to fill product containers accurately by weight. This system is designed to be very flexible, says T.D. Sawvel president Troy Sawvel. The customer can buy it in kit format, set it on his table and hook it up to his hopper. Its a very affordable option.

The model 113S-K starts at less than $8,000. The kit includes a scale indicator, a base with load cell, a 1.5" LEE air-operated ball-valve assembly, and FRL assembly. The scale base and control indicators are set up for easy install onto the customers existing table. Options shown in photo are universal frame assembly (convertible for left or right hand operation), fill valve mounting post and model 119 lid press. Options not shown include: larger filling valves, a product supply hopper, roller In-feed and out-feed platforms, and swivel castor.

Model #120-SRVO: Automatic Inline Hi-Speed Continuous Flow Volumetric Filler

T.D. Sawvel is thrilled to introduce its evolutionary Model 120-SRVO Automatic Inline Servo-Driven Filler designed for high volume production of nested containers from 32 oz to 64 oz round or non-round. This machine is typically used in packaging ice cream, frozen yogurt, whipped butter and similar products.

This model combines the proven Continuous Flow, Bottom-Up Volumetric Fill System of our original Model 120 (which eliminates air-pocket formation in the filling process) with an all new servo driven container denesting and indexing assemblies.  Our continuous flow filling system produces the industry's best possible variegated and multi-colored patterns by providing an uninterrupted flow path from pattern introduction straight into the containers.     

The computer-controlled servo-drive motors along with the new variable pitch screw feed denester and split pocket container indexer have raised the production rate to 80 containers per minute (continuous duty!).  However, it can be run at speeds as high as 90 cpm intermittently.   

A compact footprint allows this model to be easily moved in and out of the line if needed, and two of these machines can fit into less space than one big dual lane filler and run 40 cpm faster!!

For more details, please see our brochure or video.

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