{"id":604085,"date":"2018-01-01T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-01-01T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.usedbottlinglines.com\/?post_type=machines&#038;p=604085"},"modified":"2020-11-04T14:50:36","modified_gmt":"2020-11-04T14:50:36","slug":"ave-ars-121-m148","status":"publish","type":"machines","link":"https:\/\/ubl.solture.it\/es\/maquinas\/ave-ars-121-m148\/","title":{"rendered":"AVE ARS 12\/1"},"author":8,"featured_media":604045,"template":"","format":[1140],"container":[1063],"machine_types":[7338],"manufacturer":[1510],"type_of_product":[1050],"class_list":["post-604085","machines","type-machines","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","container-vidrio","format-0-75-l-es","machine_types-monobloques-de-llenado","manufacturer-ave-es","type_of_product-vino-tranquilo"],"acf":{"refno":"M148","year":{"value":"1987","label":"1987"},"speed":"1800","machine_hours":"","youtube_link":"","measurements":{"width":"","length":"","height":""},"has_blowing_machine":false,"has_capper":true,"capper":[{"cap_type":[{"value":"2","label":"Straight cork"}],"no_of_heads":{"value":"1","label":"1"},"cap_size":"","neck_type":""}],"rotation_direction":{"value":"0","label":"Clockwise"},"manuals":false,"safety_features":true,"machine":[{"machine_type":{"term_id":198,"name":"Depalletizer","slug":"used-depalletizer","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":198,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>depalletizer<\/strong> is a machine designed to remove containers from full pallets and place them onto the bottling line for filling. These machines handle <strong>glass bottles<\/strong>, <strong>PET bottles<\/strong>, and <strong>cans<\/strong>, representing the starting point of the entire bottling process.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The operation begins when an operator uses a forklift to load pallets of empty containers onto a <strong>roller conveyor<\/strong>, removing the <strong>thermo-shrink nylon wrapping<\/strong> that holds the package together. The pallet then feeds slowly into the machine through the roller system.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How Depalletizers Work<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>depalletizing process<\/strong> removes containers one layer at a time through a systematic sequence:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><strong>Pallet immobilization<\/strong> \u2014 grippers secure all sides of the pallet to keep it stable<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Top cardboard removal<\/strong> \u2014 4-5 suction cups on mechanical arms lift the protective cover by vacuum<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Layer transfer<\/strong> \u2014 a push bar moves containers from each layer onto a steel plate<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Height adjustment<\/strong> \u2014 the filled plate rises to line level<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Discharge<\/strong> \u2014 containers push onto an accumulation surface<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Interlayer removal<\/strong> \u2014 plastic or paper dividers between layers are extracted and stored<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p>From the accumulation surface, containers travel via <strong>conveyor belts<\/strong> to the first processing machine, typically a <strong>rinsing machine<\/strong> or <strong>filling monoblock<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Depalletizer Components<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>A complete <strong>depalletizer system<\/strong> includes several integrated elements:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Infeed roller conveyor<\/strong> \u2014 receives pallets from forklift<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Pallet grippers<\/strong> \u2014 secure pallet from all sides during unloading<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Suction cup arms<\/strong> \u2014 remove top cardboard covers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Push bar mechanism<\/strong> \u2014 transfers container layers to steel plate<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Elevating plate<\/strong> \u2014 adjusts height for line discharge<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Empty pallet magazine<\/strong> \u2014 stores pallets after unloading<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Interlayer magazine<\/strong> \u2014 collects plastic or paper dividers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Accumulation surface<\/strong> \u2014 buffers containers before line entry<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Pallet Configuration<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Pallets are organized in <strong>4, 5, 6 or more layers<\/strong> depending on container type and height, with each layer separated by <strong>plastic or paper interlayers<\/strong>. A <strong>cardboard cover<\/strong> protects the top layer and is removed first via suction cup system.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Container Format Management<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Different containers require specific machine settings based on their dimensions. The <strong>PLC control system<\/strong> stores preset programs for various container formats:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Container Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Common Sizes<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Cans<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">33 cl, 50 cl<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Bottles<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">250 ml, 375 ml, 500 ml, 660 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml, 1500 ml, 2000 ml<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>The operator selects the corresponding <strong>format code<\/strong> in the PLC before operation, automatically adjusting machine parameters for the specific container height and configuration. This ensures proper layer detection, push bar positioning, and plate height adjustment for each container type.<\/p>","parent":0,"count":35,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":896,"name":"Keber","slug":"keber","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":896,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":14,"filter":"raw"},"model":"DEPACK 92","year":{"value":"2002","label":"2002"},"notes":"","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":{"term_id":201,"name":"Filling Monoblock","slug":"used-filling-monoblock","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":201,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>filling monoblock<\/strong> is an integrated machine combining multiple bottling functions into a single unit, typically <strong>filling and capping<\/strong> operations. When a third function is added, such as rinsing, the configuration is called a <strong>filling triblock<\/strong>. This integration represents essential equipment in bottling lines, processing bottles through rinser, filler, and capper in immediate sequence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Position in the Bottling Line<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>filling monoblock<\/strong> is positioned at the beginning of the bottling line:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Glass bottle lines<\/strong> \u2014 immediately after the <strong>depalletizer<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>PET bottle lines<\/strong> \u2014 after the <strong>blow molding machine<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>How Filling Monoblocks Work<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The operation begins as bottles arrive in single file via a <strong>conveyor belt<\/strong> sized to the bottle format. The process sequence includes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><strong>Infeed auger (worm)<\/strong> \u2014 positions bottles at equal distances<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Star wheel alignment<\/strong> \u2014 transfers bottles to processing stations<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Rinsing<\/strong> (if equipped) \u2014 clamp grips bottle neck, inverts it; nozzle injects <strong>peracetic acid<\/strong>, water, or disinfectant; <strong>filtered compressed air<\/strong> dries the interior<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Filling<\/strong> \u2014 product flows through valves into containers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Capping<\/strong> \u2014 closure applied immediately after filling<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Discharge<\/strong> \u2014 bottles exit to downstream equipment (capsuling machine, wirehooder)<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Requirements<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Throughout the filling phase, the machine must avoid four critical issues:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Product contamination<\/strong> \u2014 no foreign substances<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Product oxidation<\/strong> \u2014 minimal air contact<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Quantity alteration<\/strong> \u2014 precise volume control<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Quality alteration<\/strong> \u2014 preserving organoleptic properties<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>The time between filling and capping must be as short as possible \u2014 measured in <strong>seconds<\/strong> \u2014 during which nothing should contact the product. All components must comply with <strong>health and hygiene regulations<\/strong> for food contact.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Monoblock Configurations<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Gripping Systems<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Filling monoblocks use two main <strong>bottle gripping methods<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Gripping Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Construction<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Bottom grip (deep grip)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Steel and aluminum<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Glass and PET; versatile for different productions<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Neck grip<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">304 stainless steel<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">PET bottles; prevents crushing during filling and capping<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>Latest generation monoblocks predominantly use <strong>neck grip systems<\/strong>, particularly for PET applications where bottle deformation must be avoided. The <strong>304 steel equipment<\/strong> accommodates different bottle formats through changeover parts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Turret Configurations<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Filling monoblocks may include <strong>two, three, or four turrets<\/strong> depending on the application:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Two turrets<\/strong> \u2014 filler + capper (basic monoblock)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Three turrets<\/strong> \u2014 rinser + filler + capper (triblock)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Four turrets<\/strong> \u2014 additional functions or dual capping systems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Multiple capping turrets can be mounted on the same machine table with different closure systems, including rotating turrets with <strong>two cap types<\/strong> on the same bearing axes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Monoblock Types<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Isobaric Filling Monoblock<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>isobaric filling monoblock<\/strong> equalizes pressure between the liquid tank and container, essential for <strong>carbonated products<\/strong>. The process pressurizes containers with gas (typically <strong>CO2<\/strong>) before filling.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key components:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Pressurized storage tank<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Isobaric filling valves<\/strong> \u2014 precise liquid flow regulation<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Pressurization system<\/strong> \u2014 pre-pressurizes containers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Rotary table<\/strong> \u2014 moves containers through filling and closing stations<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages of isobaric systems:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Fills carbonated drinks <strong>without effervescence loss<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Reduced foaming<\/strong> during filling<\/li>\r\n    <li>Maintains <strong>final product quality<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Considerations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Higher construction and maintenance complexity<\/li>\r\n    <li>Requires continuous <strong>pressure monitoring<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>More complex operation than gravity systems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>beer<\/strong>, <strong>carbonated soft drinks<\/strong>, <strong>sparkling wines<\/strong>, <strong>sparkling water<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Gravity Filling Monoblock<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Gravity monoblocks<\/strong> offer simpler construction and operation, suitable for <strong>non-carbonated liquids<\/strong>. Product flows by gravitational force without pressurization requirements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>still wine<\/strong>, <strong>water<\/strong>, <strong>spirits<\/strong>, <strong>liqueurs<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Filling Monoblock for Edible Oil<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>triblock for edible oil<\/strong> typically features three turrets: blowing, filling, and capping. Filling systems include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>High vacuum chamber<\/strong> filling<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Volumetric<\/strong> filling<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Characteristics:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Processes <strong>PET bottles<\/strong>, <strong>glass bottles<\/strong>, and <strong>cans<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Multiple cap formats with appropriate <strong>changeover parts<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Universal star system<\/strong> available for different formats on rotary machines<\/li>\r\n    <li>Excellent speeds achievable with proper maintenance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>PET Filling Monoblocks<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Monoblocks for PET<\/strong> have evolved from bottom-grip systems (allowing dual glass\/PET use) to modern <strong>neck-grip configurations<\/strong>. Current designs prevent bottle crushing during filling and capping phases.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>PET monoblocks can be configured for both <strong>isobaric<\/strong> (carbonated) and <strong>flat liquid<\/strong> (still) products, with equipment in <strong>304 stainless steel<\/strong> supporting multiple bottle formats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Capping Section<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>capping system<\/strong> mechanically applies closures immediately after filling. Operation sequence:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><strong>Hopper<\/strong> \u2014 orders caps in correct orientation<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Cap pickup<\/strong> \u2014 capper retrieves positioned caps<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Application<\/strong> \u2014 bottle on plate beneath compression tool; cap inserted or screwed depending on closure type<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p>After capping, bottles proceed to the <strong>capsuling machine<\/strong> or <strong>wirehooder<\/strong> (for sparkling wines).<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Mechanical vs. Electronic Filling Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>When purchasing individual <strong>filling machines<\/strong> rather than complete monoblocks:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Advantages<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Considerations<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Mechanical<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Easier to operate and maintain<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Less adjustment flexibility<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Electronic<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Greater versatility; more production adjustments<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Requires manufacturer support availability<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>For both types, verify that the <strong>manufacturer remains active<\/strong> for technical and electro-mechanical assistance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Purchasing Used Filling Monoblocks<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Used filling monoblocks offer savings of <strong>35% to 60%<\/strong> compared to new equipment. Key evaluation factors:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Working hours<\/strong> \u2014 indicator of remaining service life<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Maintenance history<\/strong> \u2014 regular service by specialized technicians<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Overhaul status<\/strong> \u2014 mechanical and aesthetic condition<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Production requirements<\/strong> \u2014 matching capacity to actual needs<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Product compatibility<\/strong> \u2014 appropriate filling technology (isobaric, gravity, volumetric)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Container types<\/strong> \u2014 glass, PET, can compatibility<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","parent":0,"count":251,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":719,"name":"MBF","slug":"mbf","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":719,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":25,"filter":"raw"},"model":"1440\/32 2160\/48","year":{"value":"2002","label":"2002"},"notes":"","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":null,"manufacturer":{"term_id":719,"name":"MBF","slug":"mbf","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":719,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":25,"filter":"raw"},"model":"ALIMENTATORE AP 1000","year":{"value":"2002","label":"2002"},"notes":"2 Machinery","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":{"term_id":1210,"name":"Capsuling machine","slug":"used-capsuling-machine","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":1210,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>capsuling machine<\/strong> applies protective capsules over bottle closures, providing a secondary seal that protects corks from external factors such as <strong>humidity<\/strong>, <strong>drought<\/strong>, and <strong>insects<\/strong>. This protection is essential for wines requiring long-term storage, ensuring <strong>organoleptic properties<\/strong> remain unaltered throughout the aging process.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The capsule acts as a <strong>secondary closure<\/strong>, sealing the cork against environmental damage. <strong>Capsuling machines<\/strong> operate at high speed immediately after the capping process, applying and sealing capsules in a continuous production flow.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How Capsuling Machines Work<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>capsuling process<\/strong> begins as bottles exit the capping machine via conveyor belt. The operating sequence includes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><strong>Capsule feeding<\/strong> \u2014 a loader retrieves capsules from an integrated magazine<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Positioning<\/strong> \u2014 the bottle centers beneath the capsuling head<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Application<\/strong> \u2014 compressed air grafts the capsule onto the bottle cap, covering the closure ring and part of the neck<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Sealing<\/strong> \u2014 the bottle passes under a <strong>thermal head<\/strong> that heats the capsule for perfect adhesion<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>capsule magazine<\/strong> consists of an external plate with multiple channels for loading rows of capsules. Optional <strong>extended magazines<\/strong> provide longer autonomy for high-volume production runs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Capsuling Machine Applications<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Capsuling machines<\/strong> are primarily used in <strong>wine bottling<\/strong>, though applications extend to other products:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Still wine<\/strong> \u2014 standard capsule formats with straight cork closures<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Sparkling wine<\/strong> \u2014 larger capsules (<em>capsuloni<\/em>) sometimes enclosed by wire cages to contain pressure<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Spirits and liqueurs<\/strong> \u2014 premium presentation with decorative capsules<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Beer<\/strong> \u2014 specialty craft applications<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Extra virgin olive oil<\/strong> \u2014 tamper-evident protection<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Capsule materials and shapes vary according to <strong>product type<\/strong> and <strong>closure format<\/strong>, requiring specific machine configurations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Types of Capsuling Heads<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Capsuling machines<\/strong> differ primarily in the type and number of heads. Production speed increases with head count, ranging from <strong>single-head units<\/strong> for small operations to configurations with <strong>20+ heads<\/strong> for industrial volumes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Three main head types handle different capsule materials:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Head Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Capsule Materials<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Snare head<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Polylaminate, lead, tin, aluminum<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Still wine, spirits<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Pneumatic head<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Sparkling wine capsules (<em>capsuloni<\/em>)<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Champagne, spumante, prosecco<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Thermal head<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">PVC heat-shrink capsules<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Wine, oil, beverages<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2>Machine Configuration Options<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Capsuling machines<\/strong> vary according to several technical parameters:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Number of heads<\/strong> \u2014 determines production speed (1 to 20+ heads)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Coupling type<\/strong> \u2014 mechanical or pneumatic systems<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Centering system<\/strong> \u2014 precision level for capsule positioning on bottle<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Cork compatibility<\/strong> \u2014 configurations for straight cork or mushroom cork applications<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Magazine capacity<\/strong> \u2014 standard or extended autonomy options<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Proper machine selection depends on <strong>capsule material<\/strong>, <strong>closure type<\/strong>, <strong>bottle format<\/strong>, and required <strong>production throughput<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Leading Capsuling Machine Manufacturers<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The market features specialized manufacturers with proven expertise in capsule application technology:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Robino & Galandrino<\/strong> \u2014 comprehensive capsuling solutions for wine industry<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Nortan<\/strong> \u2014 high-speed capsuling systems<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>GAI<\/strong> \u2014 integrated bottling and capsuling equipment<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Used capsuling machines from these brands offer <strong>reliable performance<\/strong> with available spare parts and technical support for wine, spirits, and specialty beverage applications.<\/p>","parent":0,"count":56,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":699,"name":"Robino &amp; Galandrino","slug":"robino-galandrino","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":699,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":78,"filter":"raw"},"model":"POKER F 4\/6","year":{"value":"2002","label":"2002"},"notes":"","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":{"term_id":204,"name":"Labeling Machine","slug":"used-labeling-machine","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":204,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>labeling machine<\/strong> applies labels to containers with accuracy and consistency, ensuring products meet both <strong>aesthetic and regulatory standards<\/strong>. These machines handle various container types including <strong>glass<\/strong>, <strong>plastic<\/strong>, and <strong>metal<\/strong> in cylindrical, oval, rectangular, or irregular shapes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Labeling machines are positioned after the filling process. Bottles enter and rest on support plates while heads lower to keep them stable, allowing one or more labels to adhere perfectly to the body or neck.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Types of Labeling Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Linear vs. Rotary Configuration<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Machine configuration depends on <strong>production speed<\/strong> and available <strong>floor space<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Configuration<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Speed Range<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Best Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Linear<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Low to medium volumes<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Compact footprint requirements<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Rotary<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Up to <strong>100,000+ BPH<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">High-speed industrial production<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2>Labeling Technologies<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Self-Adhesive Labeling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Self-adhesive labelers<\/strong> represent the most common and versatile technology, suitable for different container types and shapes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Operating principle:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Labels mounted on a <strong>reel<\/strong> with special adhesive backing<\/li>\r\n    <li>Reel installed on a <strong>dispensing unit<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Labels release at the precise point of bottle passage<\/li>\r\n    <li>Adhesive separates easily from paper support<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Medium-high speed<\/strong> production capability<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Minimal format conversion<\/strong> and maintenance<\/li>\r\n    <li>Labels containers of <strong>any size, material, and shape<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Multiple label groups<\/strong> can apply different labels to the same container<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Hot Glue Roll-Fed Labeling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Roll-fed labelers<\/strong> are widely used for <strong>cylindrical PET bottle<\/strong> packaging, offering high productivity and cost-effectiveness.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Operating principle:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Continuous <strong>plastic film<\/strong> with printed labels<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Automatic cutting mechanism<\/strong> separates labels precisely<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Hot glue<\/strong> applied to label backs<\/li>\r\n    <li>Labels <strong>wrap around<\/strong> the bottle<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Production speeds up to <strong>100,000 applications per hour<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>High performance with multiple materials: <strong>OPP, PET, PVC, OPS, paper<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>360\u00b0 coverage<\/strong> on cylindrical or rectangular containers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Vacuum drum system<\/strong> transfers labels without grippers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Automatic reel joining<\/strong> enables continuous operation<\/li>\r\n    <li>Compatible with <strong>ultralight containers<\/strong> and thinnest labels (\"green packaging\")<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Considerations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Requires more <strong>cleaning and maintenance<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Not suitable for <strong>non-cylindrical geometries<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Longer <strong>format change times<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Hot Glue Pre-Cut Label Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Pre-cut label machines<\/strong> use hot glue to apply paper or plastic labels from a storage magazine rather than continuous reels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Operating principle:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Pre-cut labels<\/strong> placed in dedicated storage<\/li>\r\n    <li>Glue maintained at <strong>constant temperature<\/strong> for optimal adhesion<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Independent glue groups<\/strong> \u2014 one for container dispensing, one for label overlap<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Synchronized steel roller<\/strong> distributes glue<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Excess glue collection tank<\/strong> included<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Specifications:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Production speeds from <strong>130 to 1,200 BPM<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Suitable for <strong>cylindrical and shaped containers<\/strong> with straight vertical surfaces<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Mixed labeling<\/strong> capability at same production speed<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Cold Glue Labeling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Cold glue labelers<\/strong> use pre-cut labels inserted in dispensers with storage magazines. Glue is taken from a tank and applied directly to labels before container application.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Characteristics:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Economical solution<\/strong> for low to medium volumes<\/li>\r\n    <li>Suitable for <strong>rectangular or square<\/strong> containers<\/li>\r\n    <li>Works with <strong>metal, cardboard, PET, PVC<\/strong> materials<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Sleeve Labeling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Sleeve labels<\/strong> (shrink or heat-shrink) represent advanced labeling technology increasingly popular in beverage and food industries. These labels narrow around products, adapting to container shape and utilizing the <strong>entire surface<\/strong> for marketing and information.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Sleeve Types<\/h4>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Description<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Stretch Sleeve<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Elasticized cylindrical tubular film; pre-cut labels detached from lower tab<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Cylindrical containers; bulk packaging for product grouping<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Shrink Sleeve<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Heat-shrinkable film; shrinks at ~100\u00b0C via steam<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Complex shapes; 360\u00b0 decoration; 10-color printing<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>Sleeve label advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>No adhesive glue<\/strong> required \u2014 shrinks by heat<\/li>\r\n    <li>Works on <strong>any container type<\/strong>: plastic, glass, metal<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Full-body or partial<\/strong> application (including cap-only for tamper evidence)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>360\u00b0 decoration<\/strong> on complex shapes<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Barrier protection<\/strong> against light, abrasions, perforations<\/li>\r\n    <li>Film thickness <strong>30-70 microns<\/strong> (materials: PVC, PET-G, PP, PLA, OPS, PE)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>25% higher cost<\/strong> than traditional labels but potential <strong>150%+ ROI<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Labeling Process Steps<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Automatic labeling follows a precise sequence:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><strong>Bottle feeding and positioning<\/strong> \u2014 conveyor belt with mechanical guides or optical sensors ensures correct spacing<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Bottle detection<\/strong> \u2014 optical or mechanical sensors synchronize label release with bottle movement<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Label dispensing and application<\/strong> \u2014 labels applied via rollers or pressure applicators<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Securing and finishing<\/strong> \u2014 additional rollers or heat systems (for sleeves) eliminate air bubbles<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Quality control<\/strong> \u2014 sensors verify correct position and detect defects; irregular bottles automatically rejected<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Output<\/strong> \u2014 labeled bottles proceed to packaging or palletizing<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h2>Label Application Positions<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Labeling machines can apply labels in various positions:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Front label<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Back label<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Side labels<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Neck label<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Wrap-around<\/strong> (full circumference)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Cap sleeve<\/strong> (tamper-evident)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Labeling Machine Benefits<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Versatility<\/strong> \u2014 handles glass, plastic, metal containers in various shapes<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>High productivity<\/strong> \u2014 thousands of bottles per hour with continuous flow<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Precision<\/strong> \u2014 consistent, error-free application via advanced sensors<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Lower operating costs<\/strong> \u2014 automation reduces labor requirements<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Flexible configuration<\/strong> \u2014 programmable label positions<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Purchasing Used Labeling Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Used labeling machines offer savings of <strong>35% to 60%<\/strong> compared to new equipment. 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Positioned at the end of production lines, palletizers replace manual labor with <strong>precision<\/strong> and <strong>speed<\/strong> that only mechanized and computerized systems can deliver.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Palletizing equipment handles products at <strong>high-level<\/strong> or <strong>floor-level<\/strong> elevations using <strong>conventional<\/strong> or <strong>robotic<\/strong> systems, accommodating various product types including cases, crates, trays, bundles, and bags.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Types of Palletizers<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Three main categories of palletizers exist, each with distinct operating principles and advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Robotic Palletizers<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Robotic palletizers<\/strong> use a <strong>hydraulic robotic arm<\/strong> to pick products from conveyor lines and place them onto pallets in organized patterns. These systems offer maximum flexibility for diverse applications.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Smaller footprint<\/strong> than conventional palletizers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Flexibility<\/strong> in handling different product types and stacking patterns<\/li>\r\n    <li>Capability to <strong>service multiple production lines<\/strong> and pallets simultaneously<\/li>\r\n    <li>Lift capacity up to <strong>1,000 kg<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Potential for <strong>mixed load handling<\/strong> on single pallets<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>End-of-arm tools<\/strong> (end effectors) adaptable to various configurations and packaging types<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Considerations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Generally <strong>higher cost<\/strong> than conventional systems<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Lower speed<\/strong> compared to high-level conventional palletizers<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Low-Level Palletizers<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Low-level palletizers<\/strong> load products from <strong>ground level<\/strong> (0.76\u20130.91 m operating height), using conveyors to transfer and sort items onto pallets continuously.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Lower cost<\/strong> than robotic systems \u2014 less complex construction<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Easier maintenance<\/strong> and operation<\/li>\r\n    <li>Capacity up to <strong>15 cases\/minute<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Creates <strong>compact, stable pallets<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Handles cases, bags, crates, bundles<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>High-Level Palletizers<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>High-level palletizers<\/strong> load products from elevated positions (2.13\u20133.15 m), offering the highest throughput for demanding production environments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Capacity up to <strong>200 cases\/minute<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Fastest palletizing method<\/strong> for high-volume operations<\/li>\r\n    <li>Creates <strong>very compact pallets<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Handles cases, bags, crates, bundles, trays<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Palletizer Comparison<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Type<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Speed<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Best Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Robotic<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Variable (flexibility priority)<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Multiple lines; mixed loads; limited space<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Low-level<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Up to 15 cases\/min<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Medium volume; cost-sensitive operations<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>High-level<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Up to 200 cases\/min<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">High-volume production; maximum throughput<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2>Mixed Case Palletizing<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Mixed case palletizing<\/strong> addresses the challenge of stacking boxes of varying sizes efficiently on minimal pallets \u2014 a practical application of the <strong>three-dimensional bin packing problem<\/strong>. This technique optimizes space utilization in logistics operations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Modern developments include <strong>Deep Reinforcement Learning<\/strong> systems that train robotic agents to determine optimal box placements through simulated palletizing scenarios, with some models successfully deployed in real-world environments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Palletizer Technology Evolution<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Palletizing technology has evolved significantly since the first mechanized palletizer was developed by <strong>Lamson Corp. in 1948<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>1950s<\/strong> \u2014 Row formation palletizers introduced; loads organized in dedicated areas before layer transfer<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>1970s<\/strong> \u2014 Inline palletizers developed for faster speeds using continuous flow dividers<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>1980s<\/strong> \u2014 Robotic palletizers with end-of-arm tools (end effectors) for flexible product handling<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Recent years<\/strong> \u2014 Enhanced end effectors adapting to various configurations and packaging types<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Leading Palletizer Manufacturers<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The market features established brands with proven reliability:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Manufacturer<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Specialization<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Krones<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Complete bottling solutions (founded 1951, Germany)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>ACMI<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Bottling and packaging systems (35+ years experience)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Sipa<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">PET bottling and palletizing (30+ years experience)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Zecchetti<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Turnkey conveying and palletizing systems (60 years)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>AVE Technologies<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">International presence in 60 countries (60+ years)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>EMS Logik<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Palletizing and depalletizing systems (Italy)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>ABM Automazioni<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Robotic machines and custom solutions (founded 2006)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Cosmapack<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Packaging machines across diverse sectors (40+ years)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Mondo & Scaglione<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Wine industry packaging expertise (50+ years)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>Used palletizers from these manufacturers offer <strong>proven technology<\/strong> with available spare parts and service support worldwide.<\/p>","parent":0,"count":44,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":896,"name":"Keber","slug":"keber","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":896,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":14,"filter":"raw"},"model":"PAL.MEC.ARM.98","year":{"value":"2002","label":"2002"},"notes":"","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":{"term_id":211,"name":"Pallet Wrapper","slug":"used-pallet-wrapper","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":211,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>pallet wrapper<\/strong> assembles, stabilizes, and protects loads of various sizes using <strong>stretch film<\/strong>, guaranteeing safe transport. 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These machines offer <strong>versatile use<\/strong> across various operating conditions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Available configurations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Rotating table<\/strong> \u2014 pallet rotates on platform<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Rotating arm<\/strong> \u2014 arm rotates around stationary pallet<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Self-propelled robots<\/strong> \u2014 mobile units rotating around pallets<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Wrapper Configuration Comparison<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #333; margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5;\">\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Configuration<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Capacity<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Best Application<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Rotating Table<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">20\u201355 pallets\/hour<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Limited space; stable loads; low maintenance priority<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Rotating Arm<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">55\u2013100 pallets\/hour<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Unstable or heavy pallets; medium-high volume<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Rotating Ring<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Up to 160 pallets\/hour<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">High-volume production; custom cycle requirements<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2>Pre-Stretch System<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>All automatic and semi-automatic wrappers are equipped with a <strong>reel holder trolley<\/strong> featuring a motorized <strong>film pre-stretch system<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Pre-stretch<\/strong> elongates the film to create elasticity, with the resulting elastic force keeping pallet goods compact. 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