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Do you face the dual challenges of low efficiency in milk powder canning and unstable quality control? System solutions validated in over 50 countries are now within reach.
 
An efficient canned milk powder packaging line is composed of automated equipment connected in series, enabling fully automated operations from empty can processing to finished product packaging. It is made up of pre-treatment system, filling machine, can sealing machine and quality inspection device. It can achieve automatic measurement, aseptic filling and sealing, and can handle 2,000 to 5,000 cans per hour, ensuring that the products meet safety standards.
 
As manufacturers of industrial food machinery serving 50+ countries, we'll guide you through equipment selection, process optimization, and hygiene management for maximum throughput.
 
 
From powder flow characteristics to sanitation protocols, every detail matters in canned milk packaging. Let's break down the critical components and strategies that separate basic operations from world-class production systems.
 

What Equipment Constitutes the Core of the Canned Milk Powder Packaging Line?

The efficiency loss caused by manual operation is as high as 37%, and the key to breaking through this situation lies in the use of automated equipment.
 
Core equipment includes: bottle unscrambler, filling machines, sealing machines, weighing and inspection devices, metal detection devices, labeling machines and carton packing machines.
 
Key Performance Analysis:
High precision measurement
The error of the weighing and filling machine is ≤± 1 gram, and the bottle sorting machine can achieve basic arrangement. The filling machine performs the best in terms of measurement accuracy.
 
High-speed sealing
The speed of the fully automatic can sealing machine reaches 30-45 cans/minute, significantly better than semi-automatic equipment, and the production efficiency is increased by more than 50%.
 
Hygiene compliance
The conveyor belt and contact material are designed with fully polished stainless steel, which meets GMP standards and has the highest hygiene rating in the industry.
 
Operational convenience
The filling machine supports both Chinese and English touch screens, and the sealing machine is equipped with a joint control device for the bottle caps. The human-computer interaction experience has been significantly enhanced.
 

What Are the Functions of the Main Each Equipment in the Milk Powder Packaging Line?

Operators often misunderstand auxiliary equipment roles – here's clarification:

1.Automatic can unscrambler

- The empty cans are automatically arranged neatly by the can unscrambler to ensure the smooth progress of the subsequent processes.
- High-precision sensors are used to detect the positions of the cans, and the arrangement speed can reach 60-200 cans per minute.

2.Can degaussing and purging machine

- Thoroughly clean the interior of the can to remove contaminants such as dust and metal impurities.
- The cleaning process uses food grade cleaning agents to ensure that the tank is in a sterile state.

3.Can sterilization tunnel

- High-pressure steam @125°C and UV irradiation sterilization eliminates 99.99% microbes
- Pre-treatment essential for long shelf life products

4. Automatic weighing/filling machine

- Precision dosing from 100g to 2kg with ±0.5% accuracy ensures consistent portion control.

5. Vacuum can sealing machine

- Removes 99.8% oxygen to maintain product freshness for 24+ months shelf life.

6. Metal detector/X-ray inspector

- Identifies contaminants as small as 0.3mm stainless steel fragments.

7.Coding machine

- The production date, batch number and traceability code are printed using a high-resolution inkjet printer with a resolution of 600dpi.
- Ensure clear and readable labeling and meeting food safety traceability requirements.

8.Carton packaging machine

- Completed by a robotic arm, with a positioning accuracy of ± 0.1mm and a packing speed of 15-30 boxes per minute.
- Equipped with a visual recognition system to automatically detect the quantity and location of boxes.
 
 

What Are the Key Steps in the Standard Process of Canned Milk Powder Packaging Line?

 
Four-phase process reduces contamination risks by 82% compared to manual methods:
 

Phase 1: Pre-treatment

1. Can washing: Alkaline solution @75°C
2. Sterilization: UV + hot air drying
 

Phase 2: Filling Operations

- Volumetric filling with anti-static nozzles
- Inline checkweighers reject ±1% deviation
 

Phase 3: Sealing & Coding

- Induction sealing prevents moisture ingress
- Laser marking for batch tracing
 

Phase 4: Final Inspection

- Weight/Packaging/Seal checks
- Metal detection before palletizing
 

How to Ensure the Hygiene and Safety of Canned Milk Powder Packaging Line?

 
Contamination incidents drop 96% with proper protocols:
 

1. Material contact surfaces

- 316L stainless steel construction
- Electropolished (<0.8μm Ra roughness)
 

2. CIP (Clean-in-Place) system

- Automated 4-stage cleaning: Rinse-Alkali-Rinse-Sanitize
- Validated drainage to prevent chemical residue
 

3. Environmental control

- HEPA-filtered air in packaging zone
- Positive pressure differential maintenance
 
Our technical team provides onsite SSOP (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedure) training during installation.
 

How to Choose a Suitable Milk Powder Packaging Line Configuration for Enterprise Needs?

 
Capacity requirements dictate configuration choices:
  Small Plant (<5T/day) Medium Plant (5-20T/day) Large Plant (>20T/day)
Filling Speed 30-50 cans/min 60-100 cans/min 120-200 cans/min
Automation Level Semi-auto Full auto Robotic line
Investment $50K-$120K $150K-$350K $500K+
 
 
Key selection factors:
- Hourly output targets
- Available floor space
- Future expansion plans
 
For a Filipino client weighing options, we recommended modular configuration allowing 75% capacity expansion without replacing main equipment.
 

Conclusion

 
Optimizing canned milk packaging requires tailored equipment integration and rigorous hygiene control. Contact our engineers for custom solutions matching your production goals.
 
Union Machinery has been engaged in food machinery customization services since its establishment in 2014, according to customer needs for you to tailor suitable machinery and equipment, for more product information, please refer to:  Milk Powder Filling Production Line;Our expertise and advantages will bring you more opportunities and development space.
 
For personalized, industry-tailored advice and to explore state-of-the-art solutions, please don't hesitate to contact us at  info@unmachinery.com
 
 
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