Pail Fillers
Whether you're filling foaming or non-foaming liquids for the food, chemical, oil, or hazardous materials industry, our portable, modular pail filling systems scale with your demands. Our pail fillers multiply your line efficiency without multiplying your floor space. Data Scale's proven slow/fast/slow fill cycle hits target weight at ± 0.02 lbs 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.
501-S Machine with a Sami-Auto Lid Press on a Cart with casters
501‑ST Semi‑Automatic Pail Filling System
Upgrade your operation with the Data Scale 501‑ST, a compact‑footprint, high‑accuracy semi‑automatic net‑weight pail filling machine engineered for fast, seamless integration into industrial filling lines. The 501‑ST delivers high‑speed, repeatable filling for 1‑ to 7‑gallon pails, boxes, jugs, jerry cans, and cartons, even in tight production environments.
Designed for demanding applications across the food, chemical, oil, coatings, and hazardous materials industries, the 501‑ST boosts throughput, reduces operator strain, and minimizes product waste by reliably hitting target weight at ±0.02 lb using Data Scale’s proven slow/fast/slow fill cycle. Quick adjustments support rapid container size changeover, keeping uptime high and labor requirements low.
502‑ST Semi‑Automatic Filling System
Upgrade your operation with the Data Scale 502‑ST, a rugged, semi‑automatic net‑weight filling machine engineered for seamless integration into industrial liquid‑handling lines. Built for high‑speed, high‑accuracy filling, the 502‑ST handles a wide range of medium‑ to large‑format containers, delivering consistent, repeatable fills across demanding production environments.
Designed for the food, chemical, oil, coatings, and hazardous materials industries, the 502‑ST boosts throughput, reduces operator strain, and minimizes product waste by reliably hitting target weight at ±0.02 lb using Data Scale’s proven slow/fast/slow fill cycle. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for facilities where space is tight but performance demands are high.
502-ST Two Head Pail filler with a SALP on a Cart with Casters
502-IL Machine configured for many sized containers
502‑IL Fully Automated Inline Pail Filling System
Upgrade your production line with the Data Scale 502‑IL, a fully automated inline net‑weight pail filling system engineered for high‑precision, high‑throughput performance in large‑scale industrial environments. Designed for continuous, minimal‑operator‑input operation, the 502‑IL keeps your plant running efficiently through long, uninterrupted production cycles.
Built for demanding applications across the food, chemical, oil, coatings, and hazardous materials industries, the 502‑IL delivers consistent, repeatable fills while dramatically reducing labor requirements. The system integrates seamlessly with automatic lid placing, lid closing, pail labeling, and pail dispensing equipment, creating a complete turnkey pail filling line.
The result is a fully automated pail filling solution that boosts throughput, improves accuracy, and ensures uniform, repeatable fills across every shift — all while minimizing operator involvement and maximizing uptime.
504‑IL Fully Automated Inline Pail Filling System
The Data Scale 504‑IL pushes high‑volume pail filling to the next level with a multi‑head, fully automated inline net‑weight platform built for the largest production environments. Engineered for continuous, high‑speed operation, the 504‑IL delivers exceptional throughput while maintaining the ±0.02 lb accuracy and repeatability Data Scale is known for.
Designed for facilities that demand maximum output with minimal labor, the 504‑IL integrates seamlessly with automatic lid placers, lid presses, pail labelers, and pail denesters, creating a complete end‑to‑end automated pail handling line. Its inline architecture supports long production runs with minimal downtime, making it ideal for operations where efficiency and consistency matter.
With rugged construction, precision controls, and fully integrated automation, the 504‑IL provides a scalable turnkey pail filling solution that reduces labor, increases throughput, and ensures consistent, repeatable fills shift after shift.
Fully automated pail filling line with a Pail Denester; 504-IL; Lid Placer and Roll-Through Lid Press (RTLP)
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.
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.
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 Cart — Heavy‑duty cart with casters for easy relocation, flexible line layouts, and multi‑line support.
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.
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