Luthi Machinery Company, Inc.


Solid Pack (SP) Series Tuna Filler

SP filler image

Luthi Solid Pack (SP) Tuna fillers are designed for high production speed and accurate fill weight while maintaining the integrity of the product being packed. The major features of a Luthi SP Filler are as follows:

MAXIMUM PRODUCT YIELD:  Infinitely adjustable air pressure is used to provide uniform densification of the raw material as required to achieve optimum yield. Variations due to type of fish or the process parameters can be adjusted to meet yield requirements.

FILL WEIGHT CONTROL:  Fill weight can be maintained to within 2% of target weight in most cases depending on can size and product. Micro adjustments to fill weight can be made while the machine is in operation.

PRODUCTION SPEED:  The Luthi SP Filler is capable of 180/220 CPM with complete can and product control at all times.

CONTAINER FLEXIBILITY:  The basic principle of the Luthi SP Filler allows for multiple cake heights with a common diameter initially specified. Change parts are available for other can diameter and heights required.

SANITATION AND SAFETY:  Components used in the manufacture of the SP filler are all food grade approved and designed for ease of cleaning and sanitizing. The basic machine design incorporates safe features that allow efficient operation, maintenance and adjustment.

PRODUCT INTEGRITY:  The filler is designed to form the required cake in a metering chamber with a minimum of product movement before positioning the cake into the can. The cake is under positive control at all times so as not to create deformation or degradation of appearance.

RELIABILITY:  The Luthi SP Filler is designed to operate continuously for many years under severe operating and environmental conditions. Some Luthi SP Fillers have been in continuous service more than a decade.

SERVICE:  Since Luthi fillers are leased, provision is made for inspection, service, training and free wear parts replacement with each facility. Our highly trained service technicians travel world wide.

APPLICATIONS:  Filling Solid Pack Tuna. There are a series of models available for specific applications to ensure that the accuracy, speed, production rate and end product integrity are maintained.

Model SP:  The Luthi Solid Pack Tuna Filler is designed to fill loin fed tuna, and can also be used for chunk and flake style packs.

 

LUTHI SOLID PACK SP FILLER SPECIFICATIONS

Model U.S. Can Size Can Diameter Machine Speed
SP
SPA
SPB
SPC
SPD
SPL
1/2 lb.
3/4 lb.
1 lb. (Tuna)
1/4 lb.
4 lb.
1 lb. (Tall)
307 Dia. (83mm)
307 Dia. (83mm)
401 Dia. (99 mm)
211 Dia. (65 mm)
603 Dia. (153 mm)
300 Dia. (73 mm)
180/220* CPM
175        CPM
175        CPM
200/240* CPM
42          CPM
100        CPM

Other diameters available on request.

* Higher Rate Requires High Speed Options.

Plant Services Required:

Electrical, 230/460 V, 3 Phase, 60HZ
(Options available upon request)

Air Pressure Required, 75 p.s.i. / 5.2x105 Pa
Air Volume Required, 1 CFM / 4.5 x 10-4 m3/s
Water Connection Required, 1/4 inch pipe
Steam Required, 8 p.s.i. / 0.5 bar

SP schematic diagram

 

Frequently Asked Questions

SP Series Tuna Fillers

1. What is the price of a Luthi SP Filler? Luthi SP Fillers are available for direct purchase or operating lease.  Please contact your area representative for details.

2. What is the term of the lease? 5 years; negotiated renewals.

3. Are spare parts included in the lease? Normal wear parts are currently supplied free of charge.

4. Is service included in the lease? Yes, installation, start up and annual inspections are provided free of charge by a Luthi Technical Service Representative. The customer is responsible for the Representative’s travel and living expenses while servicing at the plant.

5. Does Luthi provide training? Yes, training is carried out at the time of commissioning. Manuals and video tapes, in some languages, are used and left for future reference.

6. What is the average filling speed of Luthi SP Fillers? The SP filler packing Tuna fish has been designed to operate at 180/220 cans per minute.

7. What is the delivery time for a filler? Luthi Fillers are custom made to meet each customers precise need, thus delivery times vary. Deliveries of 90 days after receipt of order are average.

8. Who uses the Luthi SP Filler? All major Tuna canneries located in 30 countries of the world.

9. Where are Luthi sales and service centers located? Luthi’s worldwide sales are located at Luthi headquarters in Pueblo Colorado. Service and spare parts are centered in Pueblo Colorado, La Coruna Spain, Bangkok Thailand, & American Samoa. Check the Sales Representative page to contact a Luthi representative.

10. What is the fill weight accuracy of the Luthi SP series Fillers? Luthi SP series Fillers normally operate at +/- 2% of the desired fill weight.

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Luthi Machinery Company, Inc.
#1 Atlas Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81001 USA
Tel: (719) 948-1110
Fax: (719) 948-4273