Plant-Based Filling Machine in France
SDH-R automatic plant-based filling, sealing & cupping for France food producers. Servo-driven precision at 30 cups per minute — from $45,000 USD.
Plant-Based Packaging for France Producers
The plant-based dip and spread market is projected to grow at 12%+ annually through 2030. Vegan cream cheese, cashew-based spreads, coconut yogurt, oat-based dips, and almond ricotta are entering retail at unprecedented rates. The SDH-R gives plant-based food startups and scaling brands the same automated cup-packaging capability that legacy dairy companies use — at an accessible $45,000 entry point.
France's food sector is valued at over €180B, with dairy processing as a cornerstone — the country produces more varieties of cheese and fermented dairy than any other in the world. Brittany, Normandy, and the Rhône-Alpes are major dairy-processing regions. The French hummus market has grown rapidly since 2018, driven by health-conscious millennials and the Mediterranean diet trend. Paris and Lyon host artisan food producers creating premium cup-packaged products for Monoprix, Carrefour, and Leclerc.
Why Plant-Based Brands Choose the SDH-R
Startup-Accessible Automation
At $45,000 for a single filler configuration, the SDH-R is within reach of VC-funded and bootstrapped plant-based startups scaling from farmers' markets to retail shelves.
Multi-Product Versatility
Fill cashew cream cheese, then coconut yogurt, then almond ricotta on the same machine. PLC recipe storage and 15-minute changeovers support multi-SKU product lines.
Allergen Segregation
Validated CIP and tool-free disassembly ensure complete cleaning between nut-based, soy-based, and oat-based products for allergen-safe production.
Clean Label Packaging
MAP nitrogen flushing extends shelf life without preservatives — aligning with the clean-label expectations of plant-based consumers.
SDH-R Configuration for Plant-Based
Service & Logistics in France
Ocean freight to Le Havre or Marseille with inland delivery throughout France. Typical delivery 8–12 weeks. Full CE technical file and Declaration of Conformity supplied. 230V or 400V at 50Hz.
Plant-Based Products We Fill in France
How the SDH-R Fills Plant-Based in France
Fully automatic process — no manual labour required
Cup Denesting
Empty cups are automatically separated from a nested stack and placed into the rotary table carriers. The pneumatic denester handles round, square, and rectangular cups from 2oz to 32oz — standard formats for plant-based packaging in France.
Servo-Driven Filling
The volumetric piston filler draws a precise dose of plant-based and dispenses it into the cup. Servo control adjusts stroke length and speed per recipe, maintaining ±0.5% fill-weight accuracy across production runs for France retail compliance.
Membrane Heat Sealing
Roll-stock film is drawn across the filled cup and heat-sealed to create a tamper-evident, airtight membrane. Temperature, pressure, and dwell time are individually controlled to match your specific film and cup material.
Snap-On Lid (Optional)
A pick-and-place mechanism applies a consumer-friendly snap-on lid over the membrane seal. This two-barrier system provides tamper evidence and reclosability — the standard expected by grocery retailers.
MAP Nitrogen Flush (Optional)
Modified Atmosphere Packaging replaces oxygen with food-grade nitrogen before sealing. For plant-based, this extends refrigerated shelf life from 7–10 days to 30–45+ days — essential for retail distribution in France.
More Applications in France
Other products the SDH-R fills for France producers
Need a Plant-Based Filling Machine in France?
Get a personalized SDH-R quote for plant-based packaging in France. From $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty and service support.