Used PET Krones Complete Bottling Line CSD Sparkling Water 16000 bph 1.5 L

Advanced PET Bottling Solution for Carbonated Beverages

This used PET Krones complete bottling line delivers a fully integrated, high-capacity solution for bottling carbonated soft drinks (CSD) and sparkling water in 1.5-liter PET bottles. Engineered for performance and reliability, the line seamlessly combines blow molding, filling, labelling, packaging, and palletizing technologies to achieve a throughput of up to 16,000 bottles per hour.
Designed for versatility, it can accommodate various bottle shapes and provides a robust platform for industrial beverage production across a wide range of carbonated products.

At the core of the line is the Krones Contiform stretch blow molding system (S16), equipped with an automatic preform feeder and an integrated chiller. This system ensures precise and consistent bottle forming, maintaining high-quality standards throughout the production run. An air conveyor, specifically designed by Krones, efficiently and gently transfers empty PET bottles from the blow molder directly to the labelling and filling stations, minimizing the risk of deformation or contamination.

Integrated High-Speed Filling, Labelling, and Quality Control

After bottle production, the Krones Contiroll labeller applies wrap-around labels to the empty PET bottles with high precision. The labelling station supports high-speed operations, ensuring perfect label placement for consistent branding and shelf impact. Immediately downstream, the Krones Mecafill isobaric filler, specifically engineered for carbonated beverages, ensures uniform fill levels, stable carbonation, and effective foam control. This filler is also equipped with a metal detector at the outfeed, providing essential quality control by detecting and rejecting bottles containing metallic contaminants.

The process section of the line features a Krones Mixer, responsible for the accurate preparation and blending of water and beverage syrups for both still and carbonated drinks. This equipment manages CO₂ dosing, degassing, and temperature control, guaranteeing product consistency and carbonation quality. For product traceability and regulatory compliance, a Hitachi RXS-SD160W inkjet printer marks each bottle with batch codes and expiry dates.

Comprehensive Secondary Packaging and End-of-Line Automation

Following filling and capping, bottles are conveyed by Krones transport modules to the secondary packaging area. In this section, a Krones Variopack shrink tunnel collates bottles and wraps them into stable packs, with a throughput of up to 45 packs per minute. For packaging formats requiring cardboard supports, a Twin Pack MDE INOX single-lane handle applicator provides ergonomic handling and secure pack transportation.
After packaging, Krones conveyors move the packs to the palletizing area, where a Kettner Pressant Universal palletizer arranges them onto pallets with precise stacking patterns, suitable for different pallet types and bottle formats. This advanced automation enhances operational efficiency and reduces manual handling requirements.

For final stabilization, a Robopac Genesis ring wrapper applies stretch film to the pallets, utilizing variable tension control to ensure load stability during storage and transportation. The palletizing area also features an automated pallet feeder system with integrated elevators and conveyors, supporting continuous production flow and optimized logistics.

Ancillary Equipment and Process Utilities

The bottling line is equipped with a CIP (Clean-In-Place) system that includes two stainless steel tanks for chemical preparation, steam-powered heat exchangers, and a comprehensive automation and piping network. This setup ensures hygienic cleaning cycles, short downtime, and compliance with stringent food safety standards in beverage manufacturing.
A Schmidt pasteurization unit is included for the thermal treatment of semi-finished products, ensuring optimal pasteurization and product quality. Syrup preparation is managed by a dedicated stainless steel tank and mixing station, enabling accurate dosing and homogeneous ingredient blending.

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