Single-serve coffee will surpass 56 billion pods by 2028, driven by convenience, premiumization, and direct-to-consumer roasters. Yet profit margins tighten as raw-bean costs and logistics rise. Manufacturers need equipment that blends espresso-grade dosing precision with production-scale throughput—without ballooning labor or floor space.
SmartPack’s new K-Cup line answers that call: 180 cups/min on a 2.2 m footprint, ±0.2 g dose fidelity, and 5-minute recipe flips. You gain the agility to run micro-lot Ethiopian in the morning, pumpkin spice in the afternoon, and a functional mushroom blend overnight—on the very same carousel.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Output | Up to 180 cups/min (60 cycles/min × 3 lanes) |
| Cup Type | K-Cup |
| Fill Weight | 12 g per cup |
| Filling Accuracy | ± 0.2 g |
| HMI | 7-inch color touchscreen |
| Construction | 304 SS frame, full GMP sanitary design |
| Air Consumption | 0.4m³/min |
| Pressure | 0.6Mpa |
| Voltage | 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 8.6 kW |
| Dimensions | L1700×2000×2200mm |
60-Second Process Overview
- Cup Denesting – precise 3-at-a-time placement
- Servo Auger Filling – ±0.2 g deposit
- Nitrogen Flush (optional) – <2 % O₂
- Foil Pick & Place – wrinkle-free positioning
- Sealing & Embossing – unique head, firm & beautiful seam
Why Upgrade to This K-Cup Production Workhorse?
| Feature | Benefit for Roasters & Co-Packers |
|---|---|
| Safety & Protection – open-door stop + safety relay | Zero operator-injury downtime; complies with OSHA & CE |
| GMP-Grade Sanitation – no dead corners | Faster FDA/CFIA audits, longer shelf life |
| Filling Precision – powder-optimized auger | ±0.5 % weight accuracy → consistent cup taste |
| High Throughput – 60 cycles/min × 3 cups = 180 cups/min | Scale from pilot to national retail volumes without extra labor |
| Recipe Change-Over in Seconds – “no-adjustment” formula swap | Roast-to-order flexibility; minimal waste |
| Servo & Mechanical Dual Drive | Rock-solid indexing, <1 % reject rate |
| Horizontal Hopper Pull-Out | Clean in place; swap blends without cross-contamination |
| Unique Sealing Head | Crease-free foil, hermetic seal → longer aroma retention |
| Object-Oriented PLC UI | Intuitive touchscreen; multi-language; RFID login |
| Adaptive Automation Control | Self-tunes speed as production ramps, saving energy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can it handle oily flavored coffees?
A: Yes. The horizontal pull-out hopper lets you wipe surfaces quickly, preventing oil build-up.
Q: How long to swap from 8 g espresso to 12 g filter roast?
A: Under 5 minutes—load a new auger preset and press Start; no tools needed.
Q: What is the preventive-maintenance interval?
A: Every 1,000 operating hours; the HMI issues predictive alerts ahead of time.
Ready to scale to 180 cups/min? Request an ROI worksheet or book a live demo with SmartPack’s engineers—responses within 12 hours. If you looking for more coffee packaging machine for powder or coffee beans, Smartpack offers you various packing solutions at the same time!