A project on the Colombian cosmetics market Colombia is one of the major cosmetics markets in Latin America. Hair care holds an important place there. Local manufacturers invest to automate and secure their filling lines. It is in this context that MOM Packaging stepped in. The project involved a filling machine for shampoo, conditioner and …
A project on the German pharmaceutical market Germany is the leading pharmaceutical market in Europe. Manufacturers there apply very strict requirements. Equipment qualification, technical documentation, production traceability: every step is regulated. It is in this context that MOM Packaging stepped in. The project involved a high-speed medicinal powder dosing line. An installation representative of what …
What is SmartConnect? SmartConnect is an IoT and remote maintenance box developed by MOM. It connects machines to networks and to the MyMOM platform. Its role is twofold: collecting production data and enabling remote intervention on equipment. Collecting and analysing production data SmartConnect records and processes hundreds of data points per second. This represents …
“A very good first professional experience” Fabrice joined MOM Packaging on an apprenticeship during his BUT in Computer Science. It was his first professional experience. He sums it up plainly: “For a first professional experience as part of my BUT in Computer Science, it was a very good experience.” He remembers concrete projects and learning …
Why does bleach filling present specific constraints? Bleach is a corrosive, highly alkaline, and chemically unstable product. These three combined properties impose very specific requirements on filling equipment. Chlorine corrosiveness on materials Chlorine is one of the main enemies of stainless steel. It causes pitting corrosion that progressively degrades product-contact surfaces. But the constraint does …
Why does motor oil filling present specific constraints? Motor oils are industrial or consumer products subject to high accuracy requirements. Under-dosing or over-dosing has direct consequences on product compliance, production costs, and relationships with OEM customers (vehicle manufacturers) or specialist distribution networks. A strongly temperature-dependent viscosity Motor oil viscosity varies considerably with temperature. A 5W30 …
Why does AdBlue filling present specific constraints? AdBlue is an aqueous solution composed of 32.5% high-purity urea and 67.5% demineralised water. Its simple formulation and low viscosity make it an easy product to fill. The constraints do not come from the product itself, but from its production environment and the associated normative requirements. Ammonia vapours …
Why does denatured alcohol filling present specific constraints? Denatured alcohol is ethanol rendered unfit for consumption by the addition of denaturing substances (methanol, ethyl acetate, methyl isobutyl ketone…). It retains all the physical properties of ethanol, notably its high flammability and volatility. A highly flammable liquid with explosive vapours Ethanol is classified as a highly …
Why does micellar water filling present specific constraints? Micellar water is an aqueous solution containing micelles, small spherical structures formed by surfactant molecules. These surfactants, chosen for their mildness on skin, have a direct effect on product behaviour during filling. Very high fluidity Micellar water is a very fluid liquid, with a viscosity close to …
Why does vinegar filling present specific constraints? Vinegar is an acidic food product whose corrosiveness is often underestimated in filling projects. Acetic acid, the main constituent of vinegar, behaves differently depending on the materials in contact and the product’s concentration. The corrosiveness of acetic acid on metals Acetic acid progressively attacks metal surfaces in contact …
Why does spirits filling present specific constraints? Spirits cover a wide range of products whose characteristics vary considerably. Some are very fluid, such as vodka or gin, others denser, such as aged cognac, and others semi-viscous, such as fruit liqueurs. Despite these differences, all share several common constraints that must be anticipated from the very …
Greater agility, greater responsiveness for our customers The DMV110 is a high-performance 3-axis vertical machining centre. It is recognised for its rigidity and precision on large-format components. Running several centres in parallel changes the daily reality of the workshop. Waiting times between machining operations decrease. Manufacturing lead times shorten. Responsiveness on urgent orders improves. Production …
Why does edible oil filling present specific constraints? Edible oils are fluid to semi-viscous liquids, but their characteristics vary significantly depending on origin, formulation, and temperature. A manufacturer filling several oil references faces very different behaviours on the same line. The greasy and wetting nature of oils Oils spread across every surface they touch. …
Why compare continuous rotary and intermittent rotary filling? The choice between a continuous rotary system and an intermittent rotary system is not only about production speed. It directly impacts line design, mechanical complexity, the number of possible formats, changeover times, machine footprint, and filling stability. In a filling line, this choice must take several criteria …
Why Does Filling Corrosive Products Involve Specific Constraints? Corrosive products have one major characteristic: they can attack materials in contact with the product. Usually, some aggressive chemical liquids gradually degrade metals, seals, or specific technical components of the filling machine. In this context, a standard stainless steel design is not always sufficient. In other words, …
Contents ATEX Ball valve nozzle CIP / Clean-in-place Corrosive / Chlorinated Diving nozzle Dosing cleanliness Flap nozzle Fluid / Free-flowing Foaming Gravity dosing Hygroscopic IPFA Legal metrology Liquid with particles Mechanical piston Net constant-level filling Pneumatic piston Spout nozzle Viscosity Volumetric dosing Weight-based dosing ATEX An ATEX zone is an area in which an …
How to use this guide Understanding liquid behaviour Identifying the right dosing technology Choosing the right filling nozzle Understanding constraints and specific requirements Validating choices through trials Technical guides by liquid type Filling foaming products Filling viscous products Filling liquid chlorinated products Filling detergents 1. Understanding liquid behaviour The different characteristics of liquids …
A new arrival in the MOM Packaging workshop In a workshop, the arrival of new equipment never goes unnoticed. Between freeing up space, reorganizing access, and integrating it into the production flow, every new machine slightly changes the daily routine of the teams. This new laser marking machine will allow MOM Packaging to directly mark …
Why compare gravity gravimetric filling and volumetric piston filling? The choice between a gravity gravimetric filling system and a volumetric piston filler is not only about accuracy. It also impacts machine design, compatible product types, cleanability, achievable production rates, and line flexibility. These two technologies follow different operating principles. Gravity gravimetric filling measures the actual …
Various creatine Formats Creatine Powder: the most common format Creatine powder remains the most widely recognized format on the market today. It is extensively used in the sports nutrition industry, especially for products designed for athletes seeking a rapidly available energy source during short, intense efforts. Like many industrial powders, creatine can behave differently depending …
Why does windshield washer fluid filling involve specific constraints? Windshield washer fluid belongs to the category of foaming products. In practice, the behavior of the liquid depends heavily on its formulation, packaging, and filling conditions. If the machine does not properly control the dosing process, several issues can quickly arise: foam overflow container contamination reduced …
Why is dust a problem in powder filling? Dust is not just a visual issue. It has a direct impact on the performance of the filling line. In the context of industrial powder filling, it can lead to: product losses machine fouling reduced cleanliness in the production area sealing defects on packaging additional cleaning constraints …
Coffee: a wide range of product types Beans, ground coffee or instant coffee Coffee can be packaged in different forms. As whole beans, coffee behaves like a granular product, while ground coffee behaves like a more or less fine powder. Instant coffee, on the other hand, is similar to a light powder with specific structural …
Why compare the vertical auger and the vibratory feeder? The choice between a vertical auger and a vibratory feeder is not only about the filling machine. It also determines the level of accuracy, line cleanliness, and the ability to handle different powders. To choose the right solution, several criteria must be considered together: powder behavior …
Why does hydroalcoholic gel filling involve specific constraints? Hydroalcoholic gel is a specific liquid product that requires particular filling conditions. Alcohols are flammable or highly flammable. Among the most commonly used alcohols, the flash point can range up to 40°C (and sometimes 12°C). Alcohol vapors can form explosive mixtures with air. Another important constraint is …
Dietary supplements: a wide range of product types Powders, microgranules, seeds, capsules, tablets Dietary supplements come in a wide variety of forms. These include powdered products such as protein, collagen, creatine, maca or spirulina. Some supplements can also be offered in microgranule form, such as spirulina. Others are available as capsules or tablets. Lastly, some …
Table of Contents Abrasive Cohesive powder Sticky powder Corrosive powder Free-flowing powder Heterogeneous powder Homogeneous powder Hygroscopic powder Automatic weighing instrument (AWI) Legal metrology Gravimetric filling Dusty powder Volumetric filling Abrasive powder An abrasive powder is composed of hard particles capable of causing wear on mechanical components during handling and dosing operations. Impact on powder …
Protein powders: a wide range of types Plant proteins vs animal proteins A whey protein, a casein, and a plant protein (pea/rice/soy) do not behave the same way. Even with the same name, powders from two different suppliers can differ. These differences come from density, particle size distribution, and flow behavior. In practice, a plain …
How to use this guide Understand powder behavior Identify the appropriate dosing technology Understand constraints and specific requirements Validate choices through trials Technical guides by powder type Collagen powder filling Spice filling Bicarbonate filling Protein powder filling Dry chlorinated products filling 1. Understanding powder behavior Key powder characteristics Before looking at technologies, start …
What constraints apply to a collagen filling machine? Product variability: why two collagen powders do not fill the same way Collagen powder is made of collagen peptides. Depending on the manufacturing process, noticeable variations can be observed from one powder to another.In practice, on the samples analyzed, bulk density ranges from 0.40 to 0.60. This …
Soluble, granulated, or ground chicory: what constraints affect filling? Before choosing an industrial chicory filling machine, you need to consider very practical product constraints: fragility, moisture sensitivity, and sometimes dustiness. Fragility: how to avoid damaging chicory Chicory is a delicate dry product: it must be handled carefully to preserve its quality.That’s why, for an industrial …
What is a liquid product? Liquid products are ubiquitous in our daily lives. From the water we drink, to the fuels we use in our vehicles, to the chemicals used in industry, liquids play a crucial role in many areas. But what is a liquid product? A liquid product is a substance that has relatively …
In this article, we will answer the question of what is a dry product. We will start by exploring in detail the concept of dry products, focusing on their definition, their distinctive characteristics, as well as their applications in different industrial sectors. We will also explore how they are dosed in industry. What is a …
In this in-depth article, we will explore the question “What is an industrial labeler?”. To do so, we will delve into the world of industrial labeling machines, exploring in detail how they work, their different types, their benefits and their uses. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to improve the efficiency of your production line, a …
In this article, we will explore in detail what an industrial capping machine is, its functions, types and importance in production processes, and try to go beyond the initial question “What is a capping machine?” The role of capping machines: Industrial capping machines are designed to automate the process of capping containers in the food, …
In this article, we will explore in detail what an industrial filling machine is. We will examine the different functions, components, technologies and types of filling machines available on the market. We will also look at the importance of maintenance and safety of these machines to ensure optimal operation. First, let’s look at the question: …
Spices: a wide range of types Powders, grains, microgranules, leaves Spices are extremely diverse. They can be found as grains, microgranules, small leaves, sticky powders or dusty powders. For example, ground cinnamon is much more dusty than smoked paprika, turmeric or ras el hanout. Chervil, composed of small leaves, is very fragile and must not …
Dry chlorine products: a wide range of types Corrosive powders and granules Dry chlorinated products mainly come in the form of powders, large tablets, or granules. Their corrosive, and sometimes abrasive, nature creates specific constraints for equipment and for all materials in contact with the product. Specific product behaviors Like other industrial powders, they can …
To get the finest accuracy, the conception and the manufacture of the toolings are essaentials. The toolings stand for the auget, the funnel, and the agitators. Thanks to more than 90 years of expertise, we developped a huge number of toolings for a large number od dry products. And these numbers are continuously increasing as …
Otherwise, machines for filling liquid chlorine products should have the same advantages as other equipment: Simplicity of size changes (fast and without tools), Nozzles adapted to the products (especially nozzle trays for foaming products), The possibility to use the equipment for non-chlorinated products. PVC filling machines by MOM MOM designs and manufactures high speed automatic …
Depending on the products and packaging, the spheres must then be calculated. The formulas for calculating the spheres can also be found in the EN60079-10 standard. Calculating spheres does not prevent common sense. In the case of light gases (less dense than air) a cone-shaped ceiling with a suction at the highest point should be …
Powdered bicarbonate: a wide range of types Powder or microgranules depending on the case The particle size of bicarbonate can vary depending on the supplier. It can also happen that the same supplier does not fully control the granulometry of the bicarbonate delivered. It is therefore necessary to use a versatile machine capable of dosing …
Why does detergent filling present specific constraints? Detergents are a highly heterogeneous product family. A single manufacturer may need to fill products with very different behaviours: fluid foaming washing-up liquid, semi-viscous laundry detergent, corrosive multi-surface cleaner, viscous toilet gel. Each product places different demands on the filling machine. A very wide viscosity range Depending on …
Flap valves for fluid to semi-viscous liquids In the case of fluid and slightly viscous liquids, manufacturers use so-called poppet nozzles. Flap valves are divided into several categories. The “simple” flap valves are valves which are sealed by simply lowering the flap into the valve seat. The advantage of the simple valve is the absence …
Plunge cane spouts Historically, the first solution found to avoid foam was to fill bottles from the bottom. The spout enters the packaging, then comes out as it is filled. This method solves foaming problems in most cases. However, plunge rod spouts have many drawbacks. The first is a drop in rates: the nozzle must …
Choosing a high speed filling machine A high speed filling machine is designed to fill thousands of packagings per hour. It should reach this speed whilst maintaining its accuracy and cleanliness, and eventually following specific constraints such as ATEX, dust, acids or bases,… In this article, we will answer the following questions: How does such …
Why compare volumetric and gravimetric dosing? The choice between these two technologies is not limited to the machine itself. It directly impacts achievable accuracy, production rate, overall cost, the number of tooling configurations required, and the ability to monitor production. In the context of industrial powder filling, this choice depends on several key parameters: powder …
Choosing the right technology to fill powder There are different technologies to fill powder products, each with their own set of advantages: the vibrating conveyor, the valve, thevertical screw and thehorizontal screw. Which technology is the right one for you? The characteristics of your powder and the performance you expect from your filling machine will …
Piston dosing to fill fluid and viscous liquids Piston dosing is a volumetric dosing technology that is particularly efficient to fill viscous and pasty liquids (such as honey, glue, cream, etc). When classic gravity flow is not enough for your product, it is necessary to “push” it in its container. That is the piston’s role. …
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