The Automatic Liquid Filling Machine is a digital peristaltic pump filling unit used by honey processors, food producers, and packing operations in Kenya to fill liquid products into jars and bottles at consistent, programmable volumes. It replaces manual scooping and ladle-filling methods, reducing product wastage, improving fill accuracy, and significantly increasing packing throughput for small to mid-scale operations.
What Is the Automatic Liquid Filling Machine?
The Automatic Liquid Filling Machine uses a peristaltic pump mechanism ā the liquid travels only through the food-grade flexible tubing and never contacts the pump body or motor. A digital keypad control panel allows the operator to programme the exact fill volume in millilitres for each container size, so switching between 250ml jars and 500ml bottles requires only a quick setting change rather than manual recalibration. The inlet tube draws liquid from a settling tank, bucket, or storage vessel, and the outlet tube dispenses a precise volume into each container at the press of a button or foot pedal. It is suitable for honey, fruit juices, sauces, oils, vinegar, and other pourable food liquids. Easy to clean between product runs ā simply flush the tubing with warm water.
Key Features and Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Pump Type | Peristaltic pump ā liquid contacts tubing only |
| Volume Control | Digital keypad ā programmable fill volume |
| Contact Parts | Food-grade flexible tubing ā easy to replace and clean |
| Compatible Liquids | Honey, juice, sauces, oils, vinegar, and other pourable liquids |
| Compatible Containers | Glass jars, plastic bottles ā varying sizes |
| Operation | Semi-automatic ā foot pedal or button activation |
| Best For | Small to mid-scale honey packing and food production |
| Power | Electric ā standard 240V Kenya supply |
Who Needs the Automatic Liquid Filling Machine?
- Honey Packers and Processors: Operations filling honey into 250ml, 500ml, or 1-litre retail containers who need consistent fill volumes and faster throughput than manual ladle filling allows. Eliminates overfilling, underfilling, and spillage waste.
- CBOs and Cooperatives: Community groups running honey or food value-addition businesses who want to professionalise their packing line and improve the consistency of retail-ready products.
- Juice and Sauce Producers: Small food businesses packing fruit juices, chilli sauces, cooking oils, or vinegar who need a hygienic, programmable filling solution without investing in large industrial equipment.
- NGOs and Development Organisations: Organisations supporting honey and food value chain projects where improved packing standards are required for market access and buyer compliance.
How to Use the Automatic Liquid Filling Machine
- Set up the machine. Place the filling machine on a stable, level work surface next to your settling tank or liquid storage vessel. Insert the inlet tube into the liquid supply and position the outlet nozzle over your container drip tray.
- Programme the fill volume. Use the digital keypad to enter the target fill volume in millilitres for the container size you are packing. Confirm the setting and run a test fill into an empty container to verify accuracy before starting a full batch.
- Position the container. Place the jar or bottle under the outlet nozzle. Activate the fill cycle using the foot pedal or start button. The machine will dispense the programmed volume and stop automatically.
- Cap immediately. Remove the filled container and cap it immediately to prevent contamination and moisture absorption. Move capped containers to the labelling station.
- Clean after each session. At the end of each packing session, flush the inlet and outlet tubing by running warm clean water through the system for 2ā3 cycles until the tubing runs clear. For honey, a warm water flush is sufficient. For strongly flavoured or coloured products, use a food-safe cleaning solution before switching products.
Why Buy From Urban Beekeepers?
- Kenya’s best beekeeping equipment shop ā stocking high-quality and genuine beekeeping equipment
- In stock ā same-day delivery within Nairobi
- Nationwide delivery to all major towns across Kenya
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Shipping and Delivery
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Automatic Liquid Filling Machine suitable for thick raw honey? Yes. The peristaltic pump mechanism is well-suited to viscous liquids including raw, creamed, and thick wildflower honey. For very thick honey, warming the settling tank to 35ā40Ā°C before filling improves flow rate and fill consistency without damaging honey quality.
Can I use the machine for liquids other than honey? Yes. The Automatic Liquid Filling Machine is suitable for any pourable food liquid ā fruit juices, sauces, cooking oils, vinegar, syrups, and more. Simply flush the tubing thoroughly between different products to prevent cross-contamination.
How accurate are the fill volumes? Peristaltic filling machines deliver high fill accuracy ā typically within Ā±1ā2% of the programmed volume. Run a test fill at the start of each batch and adjust the programme setting slightly if needed to account for liquid viscosity and temperature.
Does Urban Beekeepers deliver the Automatic Liquid Filling Machine outside Nairobi? Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
