Almost 3 out of 4 Americans drink coffee every day, and with demand for product that high, it’s no wonder that efficient packaging operations can make or break the success of your business. (Source: Drive Research, 2024) At Spee-Dee, we understand that speed and accuracy play a major role in driving your company’s growth, and that’s why our coffee packaging machines are designed to improve these critical aspects of production. In this blog, I explore three design features that do just that: servo-based auger fillers, checkweigher feedback and offline scale feedback.
Reduce Complexity with Direct Drive Servo Auger Fillers
Spee-Dee Servo auger fillers are a game-changer for coffee companies. These fillers use a servo motor that is positioned directly in line with the auger to control it. This eliminates the need for pulleys and belts to drive the auger, along with the wear and tear associated with them. By reducing the number of mechanical and wear parts, direct drive servo-driven auger fillers help you experience less downtime and maintenance.
The servo motor also allows for fine adjustments to be made quickly and accurately, reducing the risk of overfilling or underfilling. This not only speeds up the packaging process but also minimizes product waste, leading to cost savings and improved efficiency in your production process.
Achieve 100% Inspection of Fill Weights with Checkweigher Feedback
Checkweigher feedback is another important feature that improves the speed and accuracy of coffee packaging. If a series of packages is trending outside the specified weight range, the checkweigher sends feedback to the filling machine to adjust the fill amount on the fly, automatically compensating for bulk density changes.
Accomplish Weight Control with Offline Scale Feedback
Weight control with offline scale feedback is an alternative to checkweigher feedback that can significantly improve packaging accuracy. Offline scales are used to check the weight of packages during production at whatever interval you decide. The operator is prompted to take samples by the filler HMI. The data collected from the scale is then used to calibrate and adjust your filling machines to ensure packages aren’t underweight and maintain consistency. While not quite as accurate as checkweigher feedback, this proactive approach to weight control helps prevent costly errors and enhances the overall efficiency of your coffee packaging.