Live Demonstrations at PACK EXPO International 2026
PACK EXPO International 2026 Live Demonstrations by VTOPS will cover powder filling tests, filling mode selection, auger filler changeover and complete powder bottling line configuration.
Join us from October 18 to 21, 2026, at Booth LU-8930 in Lakeside Upper, McCormick Place, Chicago.
Each session is based on practical powder packaging applications. Visitors can see VTOPS equipment in operation, speak directly with our engineers and learn how filling accuracy, powder characteristics, container specifications and production requirements influence equipment selection.
PACK EXPO International 2026 Live Demonstrations Schedule
- October 18: VTOPS-P2 PRO Setup, Testing and Accuracy Verification
- October 19: Three Filling Modes of the VTOPS-P2 PRO
- October 20: Auger Filler Changeover and Easy-Clean Hopper
- October 21: How to Build a Complete Powder Bottling Line
All four PACK EXPO International 2026 Live Demonstrations will be held at VTOPS Booth LU-8930. No separate demonstration registration is required.
Day 1: VTOPS-P2 PRO Setup, Testing and Accuracy Verification
Sunday, October 18, 2026
3:00 PM–3:20 PM
Booth LU-8930
The first session will feature a live powder filling test using the VTOPS-P2 PRO auger filling machine.
Our engineers will demonstrate the main steps involved in preparing the machine for production, including machine setup, filling parameter adjustment, test runs and filling accuracy verification.
Visitors will see how the P2 PRO doses powder while balancing accuracy, speed and operational flexibility. The demonstration will also explain how the machine can be configured according to:
- Powder flow characteristics
- Target filling weight
- Required filling accuracy
- Container type and dimensions
- Production speed requirements
This session is suitable for manufacturers evaluating an auger filler or planning filling trials for a new powder product.
Day 2: Three Filling Modes of the VTOPS-P2 PRO
Monday, October 19, 2026
3:00 PM–3:20 PM
Booth LU-8930
The second demonstration will focus on the three filling modes available on the VTOPS-P2 PRO:
- Weight-based filling
- Volumetric filling
- Fill-by-Time
Our engineers will demonstrate how to switch between the three modes and explain the advantages, limitations and suitable applications of each filling method.
Weight-Based Filling
Weight-based filling uses real-time weight measurement to control the filling process. It is suitable for applications where filling accuracy and weight consistency are the main priorities.
Volumetric Filling
Volumetric filling controls the number of auger rotations used for each dose. It can support efficient production when the powder characteristics, bulk density and target volume remain relatively consistent.
Fill-by-Time
Fill-by-Time controls the filling process according to a specified operating time. It provides a simple and flexible option for suitable powder products, short filling cycles and certain testing applications.
Visitors will learn how powder characteristics, target weight, accuracy requirements and production speed influence the selection of an appropriate filling method.
Day 3: Auger Filler Changeover and Easy-Clean Hopper Demonstration
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
3:00 PM–3:20 PM
Booth LU-8930
The third session will demonstrate the changeover and cleaning process of a VTOPS auger filling machine equipped with an easy-clean hopper design.
Our engineers will show visitors how to:
- Remove and reinstall the filling hopper
- Access product-contact components
- Prepare the machine for routine cleaning
- Replace the auger screw and related tooling
- Adjust the machine for a different filling range
- Update parameters after changing powders or containers
The session will also explain how auger tooling, powder characteristics, target weight and filling speed affect machine setup and dosing performance.
For manufacturers handling multiple products or filling specifications, an efficient changeover process can help reduce production downtime, simplify cleaning and maintain more consistent filling results between production batches.
Day 4: How to Build a Complete Powder Bottling Line
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
11:00 AM–11:20 AM
Booth LU-8930
The final session will explain how to build a complete powder bottling line around the VTOPS PSH-L inline powder filling machine.
Starting with the PSH-L, our engineers will introduce the main stages of an automated powder bottling line:
- Bottle unscrambling
- Auger filling
- Servo capping
- Induction sealing
- Labeling
- Date or batch coding
- Finished-bottle collection
Visitors will learn how powder characteristics, container dimensions, filling range, production capacity and automation requirements influence the configuration of each stage.
The presentation will also explain how individual machines are connected and coordinated to create a complete bottling line for products such as:
- Nutritional powders
- Protein and supplement powders
- Food and seasoning powders
- Pharmaceutical powders
- Chemical powders
From Powder Bottling to Milk Powder Canning
The session will then expand from powder bottling to complete milk powder canning lines.
Through videos of existing VTOPS solutions, our team will introduce the major stages of a milk powder canning line, including:
- Empty-can handling
- Powder filling
- Online checkweighing
- Vacuum and nitrogen flushing
- Can seaming
- Plastic lid capping
- Complete line integration
Visitors planning a new production line can discuss their powder products, cans or bottles, target capacity, residual oxygen requirements and automation goals directly with the VTOPS engineering team.
What to Bring for an Application Discussion
These demonstrations provide more than a general introduction to the machines. They allow visitors to observe real equipment operation and discuss application-specific questions with engineers experienced in powder filling and packaging line integration.
To help our engineers better understand your application, you may bring the following information:
- Powder name and characteristics
- Target filling weight or filling range
- Bottle, jar or can dimensions
- Required production capacity
- Filling accuracy requirements
- Photos or drawings of the container
- Current packaging challenges
Attend the PACK EXPO International 2026 Live Demonstrations
Visit VTOPS at Booth LU-8930 to attend the PACK EXPO International 2026 Live Demonstrations and discuss a customized powder filling, powder bottling or milk powder canning solution with our engineers.
Explore VTOPS Powder Bottling Line Solutions
For exhibition hours, venue information and attendee registration, visit the official PACK EXPO International website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I arrange a filling test using my own powder during PACK EXPO 2026?
A customer-specific filling test may be possible, but it should be arranged with VTOPS before the exhibition. Our engineers need to review the powder characteristics, safety information, target weight, container dimensions and required accuracy in advance.
Some powders may require special handling or additional cleaning procedures that are difficult to complete during a short live demonstration. If an on-site test cannot be scheduled, you can provide samples after the exhibition for a more controlled test with documented filling results.
Please contact the VTOPS team in advance to discuss your product and testing requirements.
How do I choose between weight-based, volumetric and Fill-by-Time filling?
The appropriate filling mode depends on the powder, target weight, accuracy requirement and production speed.
- Weight-based filling is generally preferred when weight consistency is the main priority or the powder bulk density varies.
- Volumetric filling can support faster production when the powder flows consistently and its bulk density remains stable.
- Fill-by-Time provides a simpler option for suitable products, short dosing cycles and certain testing applications.
The final selection should be based on actual filling trials rather than the filling range alone, because different powders can behave differently on the same auger filler.
Can the PSH-L powder bottling machine be integrated with existing equipment?
Yes. The PSH-L can be evaluated for integration with existing bottle unscramblers, cappers, induction sealers, labelers and conveyor systems.
Compatibility depends on the container dimensions, conveyor height, line direction, production speed and control signals available on each machine. The upstream and downstream equipment must also transfer bottles reliably without creating excessive accumulation or container instability.
Before confirming an integration plan, VTOPS engineers normally review the existing line layout, machine specifications, bottle drawings and required operating sequence. Learn more about the PSH-L powder bottle filling and capping machine.
What should manufacturers consider when planning frequent powder changeovers?
Manufacturers handling multiple powders should consider hopper accessibility, auger removal, product-contact surface design, cleaning procedures and the time required to reset filling parameters.
Different products may require separate auger tooling if their flow characteristics or filling ranges vary significantly. Cross-contamination requirements are especially important for food, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications.
During equipment evaluation, it is useful to estimate the expected number of daily or weekly changeovers and define the required cleaning standard. This helps determine a machine configuration that balances hygiene, changeover time and consistent filling performance.
How is a milk powder canning line different from a standard powder bottling line?
A standard powder bottling line usually focuses on bottle handling, auger filling, capping, induction sealing, labeling and coding.
A milk powder canning line may require additional processes such as online checkweighing, vacuum extraction, nitrogen flushing, can seaming and plastic lid capping. Residual oxygen, seam quality and can specifications become important engineering considerations because they can affect product protection and shelf life.
The final line configuration should therefore be based on the can size, filling weight, target capacity, residual oxygen requirement and type of closure used.