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Automation and innovation in dispensing: the range of Autofill lids for I-PRO expands  

Published 3 April 2025
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In the field of professional dispensing, reliability, efficiency and continuity of service are fundamental requirements for meeting the needs of the modern market. SPM Drink Systems confirms its role as a pioneer in technological innovation for food service with the introduction of a new Autofill lid for the I-PRO line, bringing the number of available solutions to three. A complete range designed to optimizing slush machine management and improve the operational experience and that of the end customer. 

What is the Autofill lid and why does it make a difference?

An integral part of the I-PROrange, the Autofill is a retrofit that can also be purchased separately, designed to automate tank filling and maintain a constant product level. Thanks to this system, the operator no longer has to manually refill the tank: the dispensing of slushes and frozen drinks frozen is continuous, uniform, and controlled throughout the day. 
   
      Designed to optimize operational management ofthe I-PRO rangerange, the Autofill improves productivity, reduces downtime, and guarantees continuous service, even during peak hours. 

What are the concrete benefits of automation in dispensing with an Autofill lid?

These are the main operational and functional benefits: 
  • Continuous service: drinks beverages are always ready to be dispensed, reducing waiting times and improving the end consumer’s experience. 
  • Reduced operational workload: staff can focus on interacting with customers without worrying about manual refilling. 
  • Consistent quality standards: the SISguarantees precision and uniformity, both in terms of consistency and taste of the product dispensed. 
  • Greater food safety: less less direct contact with the product reduces the risk of contamination.

The different models of SPM Autofill lids: how to tell them apart?

Over the years, SPM Drink Systems has developed various lid models Autofill to meet the different needs of the market. In addition to balanced the new product inq and article, we will also briefly illustrate all the existing lids to help you distinguish between them based on their distinctive qualities. These lids essentially automate different parts of the filling process, adapting to different needs, including spaces and performance that the machine must achieve, in addition to  
ACurrently, it is possible to choose between these three versions: 

Coperchio Autofill POST MIX CON POMPA PERISTALTICA:  

Il Coperchio Autofill preleva contemporaneamente lo sciroppo dal suo contenitore o dal bag-in-box e l’acqua dalla rete idrica; il giusto rapporto di diluizione acqua/sciroppo si imposta attraverso il sistema elettronico integrato nel coperchio. Acqua e sciroppo sono prelevate separatamente nelle dosi preimpostate e il mescolamento avviene direttamente all’interno della vasca.

Coperchio Autofill PRE MIX CON POMPA PERISTALTICA:

Il coperchio Autofill preleva direttamente il prodotto già preparato, diluito e mixato all’interno di un contenitore e lo versa all”interno della vasca  

NUOVO Coperchio Autofill POST MIX con POMPA Co2

Questo nuovo modello integra la gamma di coperchi Autofill di SPM, offrendo una soluzione sempre perfetta per ogni contesto di utilizzo.  
La vera differenza rispettto alla gamma precedente avviene grazie alla possibilità di collegamento a una pompa di Co2, non esisteranno più vincoli di spazio; l’attrezzatura I-PRO, infatti, potrà essere installata e collegata a metri di distanza ai propri bag-in-box.  
Il coperchio è inoltre dotato di un sistema di segnalazione Led, che avverte l’operatore quando è necessario un suo intervento, come sostituire il bag-in-box esausto.   

A technical evolution for more efficient and uniform management

The automation of the Autofill system provides concrete support for improving operational efficiency and ensuring consistent quality in the dispensing of slushes and frozen drinks. Automatic filling helps maintain the correct proportions of ingredients and minimizes the risk of human error, thus ensuring uniformity in mixing and continuous dispensing, even in the most intensive contexts of use. The integration of the Autofill lid on the I-PRO line allows you to optimize daily work, reduce machine downtime, and improve product consistency. A solution designed not only as a technical component, but as part of a broader strategy aimed at supporting the real needs of those working in the dispensing professional.