Hummus Filling Machine in Rotterdam
SDH-R automatic hummus filling, sealing & cupping for Rotterdam food producers. Servo-driven precision at 30 cups per minute — from $45,000 USD.
The Short Answer
Hummus filling machine in Rotterdam, Netherlands: The SDH-R from Hummus Pack packs hummus, black bean dip and other legume spreads into pre-formed cups in a single rotary pass: denest, fill, seal and lid. Optional nitrogen MAP brings residual oxygen down to 0.3 to 0.4%, and up to three fillers can add oil or toppings. Rotterdam producers get a machine built in Calgary, delivered 8-12 weeks after order confirmation. The SDH-R is CE-marked and supported directly by the Calgary engineering team, with installation and training details confirmed in your 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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Hummus Packaging for Rotterdam Producers
Rotterdam is home to Rotterdam food-logistics hub yogurt and sauce producers. The SDH-R rotary hummus filling, sealing & cupping machine gives these producers a single, compact line that automates cup denesting, volumetric filling, membrane sealing, lidding, and optional nitrogen flushing — without the labour cost of manual packing.
Hummus is the SDH-R's signature product. The servo-driven volumetric piston filler handles classic, roasted garlic, roasted red pepper, lemon herb, and every other hummus variant with consistent fill weights and clean cup edges. Chickpea-based products have a medium-to-thick viscosity that the SDH-R's adjustable piston stroke manages precisely — from smooth restaurant-style hummus to chunky rustic blends with whole chickpeas and pine nuts.
Hummus Packaging in Rotterdam: What Local Producers Should Know
Rotterdam is Europe's largest seaport, and food flows through it constantly: ingredients, spices, nuts, fruit and packaging arrive for processors and distributors across the city and the nearby Westland greenhouse area. The population is notably diverse, with Surinamese, Turkish, Moroccan, Cape Verdean and Antillean communities, and its markets, restaurants and street-food halls reflect that mix. Local makers of fresh dips, sauces, spreads and dairy supply supermarkets, caterers and takeaway outlets, and high labour costs make automatic cup filling and sealing attractive for growing businesses.
The Maasvlakte deep-water terminals and the Rhine corridor link Rotterdam to inland Europe, which suits producers importing ingredients or sending chilled product onward by road. Dutch food businesses fall under NVWA supervision and Regulation (EC) No 852/2004, with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 covering food-contact materials. The SDH-R is CE-marked and made from 304 stainless steel with clean-in-place and tool-free strip-down, and its tamper-evident roll-film seal suits chilled retail and catering supply.
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Why the SDH-R Excels at Hummus
Servo-Driven Piston Accuracy
Volumetric piston filling delivers ±0.5% weight accuracy across classic, chunky, and whipped hummus textures — critical for retail compliance and cost control.
Multi-Component Capability
Fill hummus base + olive oil drizzle + paprika garnish in a single cup pass. Up to three filler stations work simultaneously for layered presentations.
MAP Nitrogen Flushing
Modified Atmosphere Packaging replaces oxygen with nitrogen, extending refrigerated hummus shelf life from 7–10 days to 30–45+ days for retail distribution.
Quick Flavour Changeover
Switch between classic, garlic, jalapeño, roasted red pepper, and other flavours in under 15 minutes via PLC recipe recall and tool-free hopper swap.
SDH-R Configuration for Hummus
Delivery & Service to Rotterdam
Ocean freight to Rotterdam with inland delivery anywhere in the Netherlands within one day. Typical delivery 8–11 weeks. CE certified, 230V/400V at 50Hz Dutch electrical configuration.
Hummus Products We Fill for Rotterdam Brands
How the SDH-R Fills Hummus in Rotterdam
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 hummus brands in Rotterdam.
Servo-Driven Filling
The volumetric piston filler draws a precise dose of hummus and dispenses it into the cup. Servo control adjusts stroke length and speed per recipe, holding ±0.5% fill-weight accuracy across every run for Rotterdam 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 hummus, this extends refrigerated shelf life from 7–10 days to 30–45+ days — essential for distribution across Rotterdam and beyond.
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Hummus Filling Machine FAQs: Rotterdam
How much does a hummus filling machine cost in Rotterdam?
A hummus filling machine from Hummus Pack starts at $45,000 USD for the single-filler SDH-R. Price rises with extra fillers for oil or toppings, nitrogen MAP, labeling and coding, and custom cup tooling. Tell us your recipe, cup size, target speed and options, and our team replies with a quote within about 24 hours.
How is the SDH-R delivered and serviced in Rotterdam?
Each SDH-R is built in Calgary, with delivery 8-12 weeks after order confirmation. Rotterdam customers receive direct support from our Calgary engineering team, and installation and training details are confirmed in the quote. The machine is CE-marked with a 12-month warranty, and quotes are answered within about 24 hours.
Need a Hummus Filling Machine in Rotterdam?
Get a personalized SDH-R quote for hummus packaging in Rotterdam. From $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty and dedicated service support.