What’s the difference between a volumetric filler and an overflow filler?
A volumetric (piston) filler dispenses a fixed, pre-set volume into each container. An overflow filler fills to a consistent level regardless of small differences in bottle volume, which keeps the visible fill line uniform across a batch — important for retail-facing liquid products. 

How do I choose between a piston filler and a fill-by-weight system?
Choose piston filling when the product’s density is consistent and a set volume per container is what matters. Choose fill-by-weight when density varies (common with foamy, viscous, or particulate heavy products) and the actual net weight per container is the number that must be controlled and verified. 

Can these fillers handle foamy or viscous products?
Yes. The Metering Pump Liquid Filler (MP90NG-CA) is built specifically for foamy products using profiled sub-surface fills, and the Precision Piston Filler (PF20-CA) handles highly viscous liquids with the same sub surface, splash-reducing approach. 

Can a semi-automatic filler be upgraded to fully automatic later?
Yes. The Semi Automatic Overflow Filler (LF90ST-C/PD) is specifically designed to be upgraded to the fully automatic LF90CA-C/PD configuration as production volume grows, so you don’t need to replace the machine outright. 

Are SPM fillers built in Canada?
Yes. All SPM filling equipment is designed and built in Canada, supporting shorter lead times and local parts and service. 

What’s the difference between a wrap labeler and a top labeler?
A wrap labeler applies a label around the circumference of a round container, like a bottle or can. A top labeler applies a label flat onto a lid, carton face, or pouch. Some product lines, like the PL-622W, combine both in one machine. 

Can these labeling machines handle tapered or irregular bottles?
Yes. The Prism Aligner Wrap Labeler (LM-W150/200-3PA) is built specifically for tapered containers and imperfect glass bottles, using a three-point alignment system to keep labels straight and feature aligned. 

Are Speedway’s labelers made in Canada?
Yes. Speedway Packaging Machinery designs and manufactures its labeling equipment in Canada, which supports shorter lead times, local parts availability, and in-region service and support. 

What industries use SPM labeling machines?
Cosmetics, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cannabis, brewery, and general industrial packaging operations all use SPM labelers, chosen based on container shape, label type, and required line speed. 

Do you offer entry-level labeling machines for smaller production runs?
Yes. The ELF-50 (wrap) and ELF-20 (top) are compact tabletop models designed for brands that are scaling up and don’t yet need a full industrial line.

Q: Where is Speedway Packaging Machinery located?
A: SPM is located at 50 West Wilmot Street, Unit 4 & 5, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1M5, serving customers across the GTA
and Canada.

Q: What kind of packaging equipment does SPM manufacture?
A: SPM manufactures and supplies labelers, fillers, cappers, conveyors, turntables, case sealers, sealers, and blister
packaging machines, and builds custom equipment on request.

Q: Does SPM service equipment it didn’t manufacture?
A: Yes — SPM’s service team supports its own equipment as well as select partner equipment, backed by an in-house parts
inventory.

Q: Can SPM integrate equipment into an existing production line?

A: Yes, integration is a core part of SPM’s business; where SPM does not manufacture a specific machine, the team works
with partners to ensure seamless integration and long-term support.

Q: What industries does SPM serve?
A: SPM serves a range of industries including breweries and cannabis producers, alongside general bottling, filling, and
packaging operations.