Plant-Based Food Filling Machine in Spain
SDH-R automatic plant-based filling, sealing & cupping for Spain food producers. Servo-driven precision at 30 cups per minute — from $45,000 USD.
The Short Answer
Plant-based food filling machine in Spain: Dairy-free spreads and yogurts run on the SDH-R in pre-formed cups from 4 oz to 16 oz as standard, with up to three fillers for base, fruit or granola. Cups close with a heat-sealed roll-film membrane, and optional nitrogen MAP lowers residual oxygen to 0.3 to 0.4%. For Spanish producers, the SDH-R is built in Calgary and ships on an 8–12 week lead time from order confirmation. Our Calgary engineering team supports the CE-marked machine directly, and installation and training details are 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 Spain 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.
Spain is the EU's fourth-largest food manufacturer, with Catalonia, Valencia, Andalusia, and Madrid as primary production hubs. The Spanish hummus market has grown by 15%+ annually since 2020, driven by Mercadona, Carrefour España, and Lidl expanding their fresh-dip aisles. Gazpacho in cup format is a uniquely Spanish category with no equivalent elsewhere in Europe. Barcelona's food innovation ecosystem and Valencia's horticultural sector drive new product development in fresh sauces and plant-based dips.
Plant-Based Food Packaging in Spain: What Local Producers Should Know
Spain is one of Europe's major food producers, drawing on olive oil, tomatoes, peppers, fruit and vegetables, and a Mediterranean diet that suits dips, sauces and cold dishes such as gazpacho and romesco. Dairy is strongest along the green northern coast in Galicia, Asturias and Cantabria, while the Mediterranean fringe supplies produce for processors. Supermarkets, a large tourism-driven hospitality sector and growing interest in vegetarian and plant-based eating all create demand for chilled cups. Because labour costs and seasonal swings in demand push producers towards automation, a rotary filler offers consistent fill weights and repeatable packing.
Spain's long coastline, the ports of Valencia, Barcelona and Algeciras, and radial motorways from Madrid carry chilled goods to Iberian and wider European markets. Hot summers, particularly in the south and interior, make the cold chain a daily concern. Producers work under Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 on food hygiene and (EC) No 1935/2004 on food-contact materials, with AESAN and regional health authorities involved in oversight. The SDH-R's 304 stainless steel, CIP and tool-free strip-down suit that regime.
Machine details: Spread filling machine · SDH-R rotary cup filling and sealing machine: specs and price
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 Spain
Ocean freight to Barcelona, Valencia, or Bilbao with inland delivery across Spain. Typical delivery 9–13 weeks. CE marked with Spanish-compatible electrical configuration.
Plant-Based Products We Fill in Spain
How the SDH-R Fills Plant-Based in Spain
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 Spain.
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 Spain 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 Spain.
More Applications in Spain
Other products the SDH-R fills for Spain producers
Plant-Based Food Filling Machine FAQs: Spain
How much does a plant-based food filling machine cost in Spain?
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 Spain?
The SDH-R is built in Calgary and delivered to Spain 8–12 weeks after order confirmation. Our Calgary engineering team supports the CE-marked machine directly, with installation and training details confirmed in your quote. It comes with a 12-month warranty, and we aim to reply to quote requests within about 24 hours.
Need a Plant-Based Filling Machine in Spain?
Get a personalized SDH-R quote for plant-based packaging in Spain. From $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty and service support.