
Hopper & Feeders
Our Hopper & Feeder System is a reliable and hygienic solution designed for the controlled feeding, storing, and discharge of powders, granules, and bulk solids into downstream processes. Built with precision engineering, the system ensures a seamless material flow with minimal wastage, bridging, or segregation.
Material is loaded into the hopper manually or via transfer systems (like vacuum or conveying). The feeder—typically a screw, vibratory, or belt type—then discharges the material at a controlled, adjustable rate into mixers, blenders, packaging machines, or reactors.
- Stainless steel construction (SS304/SS316L) for GMP-compliant hygienic processing
- Conical or wedge-shaped hopper design to ensure smooth flow
- Integrated feeders (screw, vibratory, or belt) for accurate discharge
- Agitators or vibrators to prevent rat-holing and bridging
- Level sensors and load cells for batch control and automation
- Dust-tight design with optional vent filters for cleanroom use
- Customizable size and discharge height to suit your plant layout
- Mobile or fixed frame configurations available
- Pharmaceutical: API and excipient dosing into mixers or granulators
- Food: Controlled feeding of powders like flour, sugar, spices, etc.
- Cosmetics: Talc, pigment, and herbal powder feeding
- Chemical: Polymer powders, additives, fine chemical ingredients
Parameter | Specification |
Model Variants | HFS-100 / HFS-200 / HFS-500 / Custom |
Hopper Capacity | 50 Liters to 3000 Liters (customizable based on process) |
Material of Construction | SS304 / SS316L (GMP-compliant), with optional food-grade PU coating |
Surface Finish | Internal: Mirror/Electro-polished (Ra < 0.4 µm) |
Hopper Shape | Conical / Wedge / Custom geometry |
Hopper Top Cover | Hinged / Bolted with silicone or PTFE gasket |
Feeder Type | Screw Feeder / Twin Screw / Vibratory / Belt-type (as per application) |
Feeder Drive | Geared Motor with VFD (Variable speed) |
Feeding Accuracy | ±1% of set point (with VFD or load cell control) |
Flow Control | Manual / Pneumatic valve / Level sensor interlock |
Agitator | Optional for cohesive/sticky powder (blade or paddle type) |
Feeder Capacity | 50 kg/hr to 5000 kg/hr |
Discharge Height | Customizable (600 mm to 2000 mm or as per layout) |
Weighing System | Optional Load Cell-based gravimetric feeding |
Level Sensing | Capacitive / Ultrasonic / Vibrating fork |
Mobility | Fixed frame / Trolley-mounted / Skid-based |
Cleaning Method | Quick release components, tool-free disassembly, CIP-compatible |
Power Supply | 3 Phase, 415V ±10%, 50/60 Hz |
Safety & Compliance | Emergency stop, safety interlock, CE / GMP / FDA / ATEX (optional) |