ScotlandMediterranean

Mediterranean Filling Machine in Scotland

SDH-R automatic mediterranean filling, sealing & cupping for Scotland food producers. Servo-driven precision at 30 cups per minute — from $45,000 USD.

Mediterranean Packaging for Scotland Producers

Pesto and Mediterranean-style dips present a specific challenge: oil separation. Basil pesto, sun-dried tomato pesto, olive tapenade, and artichoke dips naturally separate into oil and paste phases during storage and handling. The SDH-R's continuous agitation hopper keeps the product homogeneous during filling, while the servo piston handles the oil-rich consistency without dripping or stringing between cups.

Scotland's food and drink industry is the country's largest manufacturing sector, worth over £15B. Aberdeen and the Moray Firth are centers of seafood processing, Edinburgh hosts premium artisan food brands, and Glasgow's diverse population drives demand for international dips and condiments. The "Scotland the Brand" provenance positioning adds export value — Scottish food products command premium pricing in markets from London to Dubai.

Purpose-Built for Mediterranean

Purpose-Built for Oil-Based Pastes

Anti-Separation Agitation

The hopper includes a motorized paddle agitator that maintains product homogeneity, preventing oil from pooling on the surface during filling runs.

Drip-Free Cutting

The servo piston's precise retraction and nozzle design prevent oil-based products from stringing or dripping between cups, keeping cup rims clean for consistent sealing.

Herb & Nut Particulate Handling

Fills pesto with pine nuts, basil leaves, garlic pieces, and sun-dried tomato chunks up to 10mm without jamming the filling mechanism.

CE-Certified for EU Markets

Full CE marking for EU Machinery Directive compliance — serving Italian, French, Spanish, and Greek producers exporting across Europe.

Specifications

SDH-R Configuration for Mediterranean

Throughput30 cups/min (dry cycle)
Fill Range50g – 500g (2oz – 17oz)
HopperAgitated, anti-separation
Particle SizeUp to 10mm
Hygiene304 SS, CIP, EU 1935/2004
CertificationsCE, FDA, UL

Service & Logistics in Scotland

Ocean freight to Grangemouth or overland from English ports. Typical delivery 9–13 weeks. UKCA marked for Scottish and UK-wide compliance.

Starting at $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty. Made in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Scotland: £15B food and drink sector
MAP flushing for premium seafood products
Edinburgh: artisan food innovation hub
UKCA marked, BRCGS-compatible
Mediterranean Varieties

Mediterranean Products We Fill in Scotland

Basil pesto
Sun-dried tomato pesto
Rocket (arugula) pesto
Olive tapenade
Artichoke dip
Romesco sauce
Zhug
Chermoula
Harissa paste
Chimichurri

How the SDH-R Fills Mediterranean in Scotland

Fully automatic process — no manual labour required

1

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 mediterranean packaging in Scotland.

2

Servo-Driven Filling

The volumetric piston filler draws a precise dose of mediterranean 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 Scotland retail compliance.

3

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.

4

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.

5

MAP Nitrogen Flush (Optional)

Modified Atmosphere Packaging replaces oxygen with food-grade nitrogen before sealing. For mediterranean, this extends refrigerated shelf life from 7–10 days to 30–45+ days — essential for retail distribution in Scotland.

Compliance & Certifications: Every SDH-R machine ships with CE, FDA, and UL documentation. The 304 stainless-steel construction meets HACCP and BRCGS standards — ensuring your mediterranean packaging meets Scotland regulatory requirements.

Need a Mediterranean Filling Machine in Scotland?

Get a personalized SDH-R quote for mediterranean packaging in Scotland. From $45,000 USD with a 12-month warranty and service support.