Frequently Asked Questions

The SDH-R starts at $45,000 USD for the single filler configuration. Pricing varies based on configuration: additional fillers, MAP nitrogen flushing system, labeling integration, and other optional enhancements affect the final price. Every machine is Made in Canada and includes a 12-month warranty. Contact us for a personalized quote based on your specific production requirements.

The SDH-R achieves 30 cups per minute in dry cycle operation. Actual production throughput ranges from 18 to 25 cups per minute depending on product viscosity, fill volume, and whether optional processes like MAP nitrogen flushing are enabled. Thinner products like sauces typically achieve higher speeds than thick pastes like hummus.

The SDH-R is adjustable to various cup sizes and shapes, from small single-serve 2oz containers to larger 32oz family-size tubs. The machine handles pre-formed cups in round, square, and rectangular formats. Cup size changeover is managed through the PLC control system and requires minimal mechanical adjustment.

The SDH-R handles the full range of paste, dip, sauce, and semi-solid food products including salsa, pesto, guacamole, tzatziki, yogurt (including Greek yogurt), prepared salads, marinara sauce, ranch dressing, aioli, nut butters, cream cheese spreads, and other similar consistencies. The modular filler design accommodates different viscosities and particulate sizes.

The SDH-R is manufactured using food-grade materials that conform to CE (European Conformity), FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration), and UL (Underwriters Laboratories) compliance standards. All product contact parts are food-grade stainless steel 304. The machine is suitable for food production facilities in the USA, Canada, EU, and Middle East.

MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) replaces the air inside the sealed cup with food-grade nitrogen, reducing residual oxygen levels to 0.3-0.4%. This significantly extends shelf life for perishable products—often doubling or tripling refrigerated shelf life for hummus and dips. MAP is recommended for any producer distributing through retail channels where 30+ day shelf life is required. It is available as an optional enhancement on the SDH-R.

The SDH-R occupies only 44 x 52 inches (1,100.50mm x 1,315.50mm) of floor space with a height of 65.6 inches (1,666mm). This compact footprint was specifically designed for small and medium food production facilities where floor space is limited. The machine fits through standard doorways and can operate in spaces as small as a commercial kitchen.

Yes. The SDH-R comes standard with one filler and can optionally accommodate up to two additional fillers for a total of three. This allows multi-component filling—for example, hummus as the base, olive oil as a second layer, and pine nuts or spices as a garnish topping. Available filler types include volumetric piston, vibration (for powders), garnish, and peristaltic pump (for liquids).

The SDH-R supports three sealing methods: (1) roll-film membrane sealing for airtight, tamper-evident closure, (2) pre-die-cut lid sealing with film or other materials, and (3) plastic snap-on lids via an automated Pick and Place system. These can be combined—for example, membrane seal for freshness plus snap-on plastic lid for resealing convenience.

The SDH-R includes a standard CIP (Clean-in-Place) system with easy-access connectors on the fillers. This allows thorough cleaning between product runs without disassembling the machine—essential for allergen management in multi-product facilities. All product contact surfaces are food-grade stainless steel 304, designed for quick sanitation according to food safety protocols.

Hummus Pack is headquartered at 4049 74 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta T2C 2H9, Canada, with service centers in Alberta (Canada), New Jersey (USA), and California (USA). Every machine is Made in Canada and covered by a 12-month warranty. We serve food producers across the United States, Canada, the European Union, and the Middle East. Our CE certification ensures compliance with European standards, while FDA and UL compliance covers North American requirements. We provide sales support, technical consultation, and after-sales service across all served regions.

Standard delivery time for the SDH-R is typically 8-12 weeks from order confirmation, depending on configuration complexity and current production schedule. Installation and commissioning support is available on-site or remotely. Our technical team provides operator training to ensure your staff is fully comfortable with machine operation, recipe programming, and routine maintenance procedures.

The SDH-R's servo-driven design requires less maintenance than pneumatic alternatives—fewer wearing parts, no air seals to replace, and no pressure regulators to calibrate. Routine maintenance includes daily CIP cleaning, weekly lubrication of moving parts, and periodic inspection of sealing elements. The PLC system includes diagnostic alerts for proactive maintenance scheduling.

It is both. The SDH-R is an all-in-one hummus filling and packaging machine — a single rotary system that loads cups, fills product to exact weight, seals (membrane and/or lid), optionally MAP nitrogen-flushes, and snaps on a lid. Because it completes the entire cup-packaging cycle in one machine, producers searching for a hummus packaging machine, a hummus filler, or a hummus filling line all arrive at the same SDH-R platform. It handles pre-formed hummus containers in round, square, and rectangular formats.

The SDH-R is the filling and packaging stage of a hummus production line and is purpose-built for machines for the hummus industry. While we do not manufacture upstream cooking, blending, or grinding equipment, the SDH-R integrates with that processing equipment downstream — accepting finished product from your kettles or mixers and packaging it into retail-ready cups. Many small and medium producers pair the SDH-R with their existing hummus processing equipment to complete an end-to-end line without the cost of a fully custom installation.

Yes. The single-filler SDH-R configuration starts at $45,000 USD and works as a standalone hummus filler for producers who only need accurate cup filling and sealing. You can later add up to two more fillers, MAP nitrogen flushing, and labeling as your volume grows — so the same hummus filler scales from startup batches to full retail production without replacing the machine.

Yes. The SDH-R supports integration with upstream and downstream equipment including conveyor extensions, labeling systems (top and side), date/lot coding devices, and case packing equipment. The PLC control system can communicate with external systems for synchronized line operation. Our engineering team works with your facility to design the optimal integration layout.