Plant-Based Food Filling Machine in Greece
SDH-R automatic plant-based filling, sealing & cupping for Greece food producers. Servo-driven precision at 30 cups per minute — from $45,000 USD.
The Short Answer
Plant-based food filling machine in Greece: Hummus Pack's SDH-R is a fully automatic rotary machine that fills, seals and lids plant-based dips, vegan cream cheese, cashew spreads and coconut or oat yogurt cups at up to 30 per minute (18 to 25 in production). Servo piston dosing holds ±0.5% from 50 to 500 g. For Greek producers, the SDH-R is built in Calgary and delivered 8–12 weeks after order confirmation. The CE-marked machine is supported directly by our Calgary engineering team, with installation and training details confirmed in the quote.
- SpeedUp to 30 cups/min (18–25 in production)
- Fill range50–500 g at ±0.5% accuracy
- Cup sizes4–16 oz standard; 2–32 oz custom
- PriceFrom $45,000 USD
- Lead time8–12 weeks from order
- Built inCalgary, Canada · 12-month warranty
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Plant-Based Packaging for Greece 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.
Greece's food industry punches above its weight in global exports — Greek yogurt alone is a multi-billion dollar international category. The Thessaloniki-Serres dairy corridor produces much of Europe's strained yogurt, while Athens and Piraeus are export hubs for Mediterranean dips shipped worldwide. Greek PDO and PGI designations (e.g., Kalamata olive products, Santorini fava) add premium positioning that commands automated packaging to maintain quality and consistency at scale.
Plant-Based Food Packaging in Greece: What Local Producers Should Know
Greece's food culture is built on yogurt, feta and other brined cheeses, olive oil, tomatoes, aubergines and pulses, so dips and spreads such as tzatziki, taramosalata, melitzanosalata and tirokafteri are everyday foods. The country has a well-developed dairy industry, many small and family-run processors, and an established food-export trade. Supermarkets, tavernas, hotels and a seasonal tourist economy all buy chilled cups. Seasonal staffing swings and labour costs are common headaches, which makes consistent automatic cup filling an attractive step for producers looking to grow.
Greek producers distribute across a mountainous mainland and many inhabited islands, so chilled goods often combine road freight with ferries. Summers are hot and dry, and peak tourist season strains cold storage. Producers follow Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 on food hygiene and (EC) No 1935/2004 on food-contact materials, with the Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) as the national food-control body. The SDH-R's 304 stainless steel, CIP and tool-free strip-down suit those hygiene expectations.
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Further reading: Food labeling requirements for dips and spreads · Types of food packaging machines · MAP and nitrogen flushing for dip shelf life
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 Greece
Ocean freight to Piraeus (Athens) or Thessaloniki. Typical delivery 10–14 weeks. CE certified, 230V/400V at 50Hz Greek electrical configuration.
Plant-Based Products We Fill in Greece
How the SDH-R Fills Plant-Based in Greece
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 Greece.
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 Greece 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 Greece.
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Plant-Based Food Filling Machine FAQs: Greece
How much does a plant-based food filling machine cost in Greece?
A plant-based dip or spread filling machine starts at $45,000 USD for the single-filler SDH-R. Extra fillers for fruit or granola, nitrogen MAP, labeling and coding, and custom tooling add to the price. Send us your formula type, cup size, target cups per minute and options, and our team replies with a quote within about 24 hours.
How is the SDH-R delivered and serviced in Greece?
The SDH-R is built in Calgary and delivered to Greece 8–12 weeks after order confirmation. Our Calgary engineering team supports the CE-marked machine directly, with installation and training details confirmed in the quote. It carries a 12-month warranty, and quote requests are answered within about 24 hours.
Need a Plant-Based Filling Machine in Greece?
Get a personalized SDH-R quote for plant-based packaging in Greece. From $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty and service support.