Drum Fillers
Whether you're filling foaming or non-foaming liquids for the food, chemical, oil, or hazardous materials industry, our portable, modular drum filling systems scale with your demands. Our drum fillers multiply your line efficiency without multiplying your floor space. Data Scale's proven slow/fast/slow fill cycle hits target weight at ± 0.5 lb accuracy — eliminating costly overfills and reducing product waste every shift.
Start with a single-head filler and expand to multi-head configurations as throughput grows — protecting your capital investment at every stage.
5501-S Machine with motorized Scale, Infeed and Exit conveyor
Drum Filling Systems (5501 Series)
The Data Scale 5501 semi‑automatic drum filling system delivers high‑speed, high‑accuracy net‑weight filling for 15 Gal, 30 Gal and 55 Gal. drums, tight‑head containers, and IBC totes — all within a space‑efficient inline design built for demanding industrial environments.
Engineered for precision drum and tote filling, the 5501 maintains exceptional accuracy and repeatability across chemicals, oils, coatings, food ingredients, and hazardous materials. Its rugged construction, intuitive controls, and proven fill‑cycle logic allow operators to achieve consistent, clean, and reliable fills even in high‑volume production settings.
Pail & Drum Filling on One Machine
The Data Scale 5501 can be configured for both pail filling and drum filling, giving you a single, rugged net‑weight filling system capable of handling 1‑gallon pails, jugs, boxes, and small containers all the way up to 55‑gallon drums. One platform, multiple container sizes, zero compromise.
Engineered for fast, minimal‑downtime changeover, the 5501 shifts between container types in minutes. When possible, changeovers are tool‑less, requiring only simple mechanical adjustments before the line is back in production. This flexibility allows operators to run diverse SKUs, reduce bottlenecks, and maximize throughput without adding additional equipment or floor space.
The result: a high‑accuracy, multi‑container drum and pail filling system built for chemical, coatings, oil, food ingredient, and hazardous material applications — all with the reliability and repeatability Data Scale is known for.
5501-F Machine with Lid Crimper configured for multiple sized drums and pails
Standard Equipment Features
Every Data Scale pail filler comes equipped with industrial‑grade automation and safety controls engineered for long‑term reliability in demanding production environments.
316 Stainless Steel Contact Parts — Corrosion‑resistant, food‑grade construction built for harsh chemical, oil, and hazardous material applications.
Allen‑Bradley PLC + HMI Touchscreen — Fully programmed, tested, and ready for seamless operation with intuitive operator control.
Electronic / Pneumatic Control Console — Robust, industrial‑duty control architecture for reliable, repeatable operation.
Direct Pump VFD Integration — Three‑wire control ties directly into your pump’s VFD for smooth, accurate, repeatable filling cycles.
Comprehensive Safety Interlocks — No‑fill failsafe's for missing containers, misaligned lances, and other fault conditions ensure safe, error‑free operation.
CIP / Flush Mode — Fast, efficient cleaning of all contact parts to minimize downtime and maintain product integrity.
Automatic Dribble / Fast / Dribble Fill Program — Optimized fill cycle for maximum speed while maintaining ±0.02 lbs accuracy.
Pneumatic Filter Regulator — Stable, clean air supply for consistent actuator performance and long equipment life.
Air‑to‑Air Actuators with Spring‑Close Fail‑Safe — Reliable, safe product valve actuation eliminates any potential spills even during air and power interruptions.
Automatic Drip Catcher — Keeps containers clean and reduces product waste.
- Automatic Tare Function — Ensures precise net‑weight measurement on every container.
- Operator Prompting + Fill Status Display — Clear, real‑time feedback for streamlined operation and reduced training time.
These standard features form the backbone of Data Scale’s reputation for accuracy, uptime, and rugged industrial reliability across every pail filling model.
Optional Equipment Features
Upgrade any Data Scale pail filler with performance, safety, and industry‑specific enhancements engineered for demanding production environments.
Fixed Head, Top Surface and Sub-Surface filling — Different configurations of each machine are available depending on product viscosity and foaminess.
Harsh Environment Package — Full 304 stainless steel machine build for corrosive, washdown, or outdoor industrial conditions.
Food‑Grade Manifold (3A Certified) — Sanitary 3A‑approved ball valves and contact components for food, beverage, and nutraceutical applications.
Washdown Package — Stainless Steel NEMA 4X control enclosure for high‑moisture, hose‑down, and sanitation‑intensive facilities.
Gravity or Motorized Drum Conveyor — Roller conveyor for moving of empty and full drums for increased productivity per machine and operator.
Enhanced Connectivity Package — CompactLogix PLC with upgraded panels to integrate seamlessly as a node in connected, data‑driven facilities.
Explosion‑Proof Configuration — Class I, Div 1 rated design for flammable liquids and hazardous material filling environments.
Portable Machine — Standalone machine on a forklift moveable platform.
PVDF Wetted Parts — Chemical‑resistant PVDF components for hyper‑corrosive liquids and aggressive chemical applications.
Nitrogen Purge (Pre/Post Fill) — Inert gas purge to reduce oxidation, extend product shelf life, and improve fill quality.
Kydex Splash Covers — Durable splash protection for cleaner operation and extended equipment life.
SD Card Data Logging Module — Local data capture for batch records, QA documentation, and process traceability.
Custom Filler redesigns — Data Scale fillers can also be modified to accommodate any custom requests
These optional upgrades allow you to tailor your pail filling system to your exact production environment — from food‑grade to explosive atmospheres to corrosive chemical handling.