Auger filler vs cup filler: choose by how the product flows.
The filler controls how product is measured before it enters the pouch. In S.K. Packaging's catalogue, auger systems are used for fine or non-free-flowing powders, while cup fillers are used for free-flowing granules, pulses, grains, snacks and similar products.
For controlled filling of fine and non-free-flowing powders.
S.K. Packaging's auger-filler models are positioned for spice and masala powders, premixes, powdered food ingredients and other fine powders. Servo-auger versions are also available for powder applications that use a servo-auger configuration.
For measured filling of free-flowing products.
The collar-type cup filler in the S.K. Packaging catalogue is intended for free-flowing granules, pulses, grains, snacks, namkeen and other products that can be measured using a cup-filler arrangement.
Compare the filler before comparing the complete packing machine.
| Factor | Auger filler | Cup filler |
|---|---|---|
| Best-matched product behaviour | Fine and non-free-flowing powders | Free-flowing granules and cup-measurable products |
| Catalogue examples | Masala, spice powders, premixes, fine food powders | Pulses, grains, snacks, namkeen, free-flowing granules |
| Filling system | Auger or servo-auger dosing | Cup-based volumetric filling |
| Packing format on S.K. Packaging models | Collar type | Collar type |
| Selection input | Powder flow, bulk density, target fill weight and pouch requirement | Particle flow, bulk density, cup volume, target fill weight and pouch requirement |
Share the actual product, not only the product name.
Two powders or two granules can behave differently. A useful machine recommendation needs the product, fill weight, pouch and output requirement together.
Product sample or clear product description
Bulk density and flow behaviour
Minimum and maximum fill weight
Pouch style, size and laminate
Required output in pouches/minute or hour
Available power, air and installation space
Common filler-selection questions.
Which filler is usually evaluated for powder packing?
For S.K. Packaging's catalogue, auger and servo-auger configurations are positioned for fine and non-free-flowing powders such as masala, spice powders, premixes and other powdered food ingredients.
Which filler is suitable for granules, pulses or snacks?
Cup-filler configurations are positioned for free-flowing granules, pulses, grains, snacks, namkeen and similar cup-measurable products. Final suitability still depends on the actual product and pack requirement.
Can I choose the filler only by product name?
No. Product behaviour, bulk density, target fill weight, pouch size and required output should be reviewed before the filling system and machine configuration are finalized.