Fill volume range
A machine should be selected around the lowest and highest required fill volumes.
Specification guide
Filling machine accuracy depends on product behaviour, machine route and setup.
Accuracy claims only matter when they are considered against the actual product, fill volume and production conditions. This guide explains the main factors that affect volumetric filling repeatability.
Specification route
Repeatability is different from theoretical accuracy.
Product viscosity, foam, temperature, nozzle design, speed, operator workflow and container positioning can all affect the delivered fill. The specification should define the real tolerance required for production.
- Check whether the product is free-flowing, viscous, foamy or particulate.
- Define target fill volume, tolerance and measurement method before comparing machines.
- Consider whether speed changes affect cut-off or repeatability.
- Use product samples and containers when possible before final machine specification.
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What to compare
Machine choices for this filling project.
Compare the route against product behaviour, fill range, container format, throughput and any downstream capping or labelling stages.
Product behaviour
Viscosity, temperature, foam and particles all affect repeatability.
Line conditions
Conveyor speed, container position and nozzle control influence actual results.
Quote preparation
Details that help Lancing UK shortlist the right filler.
For a faster specification, include the product sample or description, fill volume range, container dimensions, cap or lid type, target output and available production space.
Product
Viscosity, flow, temperature, foam, particles and cleaning expectations.
Container
Bottle, jar, tub or pouch details including neck opening and stability.
Output
Target packs per minute or per hour and whether manual loading is acceptable.
Line stages
Capping, labelling, coding, sealing, inspection and end-of-line handling.
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Read moreFAQs
Questions about filling machine accuracy guide.
Product behaviour, filling route, nozzle design, fill speed, container positioning and operator setup all affect accuracy.
Piston filling can be very repeatable for suitable products, but the application should still be tested against the required tolerance.
Yes. Product samples and real containers are the best way to confirm the practical filling route.
Need a volumetric filling machine shortlist?
Send the product, fill range, container and throughput target. Lancing UK will narrow the most practical filling route before quotation.