{"id":437209,"date":"2018-01-01T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-01-01T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.usedbottlinglines.com\/machines\/ligne-compl%c3%a8te-canette-pour-bi%c3%a8re-lc198-2\/"},"modified":"2022-05-05T01:40:14","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T00:40:14","slug":"ligne-compl%c3%a8te-canette-pour-bi%c3%a8re-lc198","status":"publish","type":"machines","link":"https:\/\/ubl.solture.it\/fr\/machines\/ligne-compl%c3%a8te-canette-pour-bi%c3%a8re-lc198\/","title":{"rendered":"Ligne compl\u00e8te Canette pour Bi\u00e8re"},"author":10,"featured_media":584687,"template":"","format":[1131,1102],"container":[2700],"machine_types":[7358],"manufacturer":[4872,4871],"type_of_product":[2678],"class_list":["post-437209","machines","type-machines","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","container-canette","format-0-33-l-fr","format-0-5-l-fr","machine_types-lignes-completes","manufacturer-gernep-fr","manufacturer-winterwerb-streng-fr","type_of_product-biere"],"acf":{"refno":"LC198","speed":"4000","machine_hours":"","youtube_link":"","manuals":true,"safety_features":true,"isobaric":true,"machine_number":"198","description":"<p>Composants: bouteille line CIP, ligne de remplissage avec bouchage, \u00e9tiquetage et d&#8217;impression ligne.<\/p>\n<p>Documents disponibles:<br \/>\n1) Manuel de mise en bouteilles CIP<br \/>\n2) Manuel du mat\u00e9riel de remplissage de la bi\u00e8re (330 ml et 500 ml)<br \/>\n3) manuel de l&#8217;\u00e9quipement \u00e9tiquetage<\/p>\n","condition":{"value":"3","label":"Vendue"},"machine":[{"machine_type":{"term_id":7092,"name":"Blow Molding Machine","slug":"used-blow-molding-machine","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":7092,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>blow molding machine<\/strong> transforms <strong>PET preforms<\/strong> into finished plastic bottles through a heating and high-pressure air process. Preforms are small, test-tube-shaped pieces with pre-formed threaded necks that occupy minimal storage and transport space compared to finished bottles, significantly reducing <em>logistics costs<\/em> in bottling operations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>How Blow Molding Machines Work<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>blow molding process<\/strong> begins when preforms enter the machine's oven system, typically moving upside down on mandrels. <strong>Infrared lamps<\/strong> heat the preform body above its <em>glass transition temperature<\/em> while the pre-formed neck remains unaffected. Once heated, <strong>stretch rods<\/strong> extend into the preform while high-pressure air inflates it against the mold walls, creating the final bottle shape. After cooling, bottles transfer to conveyor systems for downstream processing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Temperature uniformity during heating is critical for consistent <strong>wall distribution<\/strong>. Advanced machines address this challenge through:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Separate <strong>blow valve systems<\/strong> for each cavity<\/li>\r\n    <li>Optimized lamp positioning to compensate for temperature variation<\/li>\r\n    <li>Return-path heating zones for <em>temperature equalization<\/em><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Types of Blow Molding Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Linear Blow Molding Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Linear blowers<\/strong> feature molds mounted in a single body moving with a common cylinder, typically offering <strong>4 to 10 cavities<\/strong>. These machines suit medium production requirements up to <strong>20,000 bottles per hour<\/strong> and require less floor space than rotary alternatives.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key characteristics of linear blow molding machines:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Preforms feed through a <strong>hopper<\/strong> to an unscrambler<\/li>\r\n    <li>Transfer to <strong>tempered aluminum mandrels<\/strong> matched to specific neck specifications<\/li>\r\n    <li>Compact footprint ideal for <em>space-constrained facilities<\/em><\/li>\r\n    <li>Lower capital investment compared to rotary systems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Rotary Blow Molding Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Rotary blow molding machines<\/strong> deliver high-speed production up to <strong>86,000 bottles per hour<\/strong> with configurations reaching <strong>40 cavities<\/strong>. Each preform travels to an individual blow station mounted on a rotating wheel, ensuring identical timing between heating and blowing for every bottle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Advantages of rotary blowers include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Consistent quality<\/strong> through uniform preform-to-blow timing<\/li>\r\n    <li>Single electric motor driving all functions via <strong>transmission belts<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Cam mechanisms<\/strong> operating stretch rods and mold sequences<\/li>\r\n    <li>Automatic synchronization when adjusting production speed<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Torque limiters<\/strong> on drive pulleys preventing damage from malformed preforms<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Combi-Block Systems<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Combi-block configurations<\/strong> integrate <strong>blowing, filling, and capping<\/strong> into a single compact system. This design eliminates air conveyors between machines and reduces floor space requirements significantly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Combi-block technology includes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Unified <strong>human-machine interface (HMI)<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Single <strong>recipe management<\/strong> with archived traceability<\/li>\r\n    <li>Coordinated <strong>maintenance scheduling<\/strong> for the entire system<\/li>\r\n    <li>Optional integration of <strong>labeling<\/strong>, level inspection, and cap detection<\/li>\r\n    <li>Space for <strong>saturators<\/strong> or premix drink systems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Blow Molding Processes<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Two-Stage Stretch Blow Molding<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>two-stage process<\/strong> separates <strong>preform injection<\/strong> and <strong>bottle blowing<\/strong> into independent operations. Injection presses produce preforms that can be stored, transported, and blown on separate equipment as needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Benefits of two-stage stretch blow molding:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Independent optimization<\/strong> of injection and blowing processes<\/li>\r\n    <li>Flexibility to produce <em>different bottle formats<\/em> from stored preforms<\/li>\r\n    <li>Enables <strong>preform trading<\/strong> between manufacturers<\/li>\r\n    <li>Suitable for <strong>cylindrical, rectangular, or oval bottles<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Single-Stage Blow Molding<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Single-stage machines<\/strong> perform both preform injection and bottle blowing in one unit. <strong>Three-station configurations<\/strong> eliminate separate reheating by utilizing <em>latent heat<\/em> from injection, reducing energy costs by up to <strong>25%<\/strong> compared to four-station designs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Ideal applications:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Small production batches<\/strong> and frequent format changes<\/li>\r\n    <li>Non-circular and <strong>rectangular bottle shapes<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Operations requiring <em>uniform wall thickness<\/em> control<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3>Injection Blow Molding (IBM)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Injection blow molding<\/strong> produces small containers for <strong>pharmaceutical<\/strong> and <strong>single-dose applications<\/strong>. The polymer is injection molded onto a center pin, rotated to a blow station, inflated, cooled, and ejected through a three-stage process.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>IBM characteristics:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Precision molded finishes<\/strong> for medical containers<\/li>\r\n    <li>Typical cavity configurations from <strong>3 to 16 molds<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li>Limited to <em>small volume bottles<\/em><\/li>\r\n    <li>No biaxial stretching for barrier enhancement<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Semi-Automatic Blow Molding Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Semi-automatic blowers<\/strong> feature independent oven sections where operators manually load preforms onto mandrels. These machines offer an economical entry point for lower-volume production.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Production capacity ranges:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>50 bottles\/hour<\/strong> for 20-liter containers (single cavity)<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>700 bottles\/hour<\/strong> for 0.5-liter bottles (double cavity)<\/li>\r\n    <li>Up to <strong>1,500 bottles\/hour<\/strong> with automatic preform feeding<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Safety features include <strong>two-button mold closing sequences<\/strong> protecting operators during operation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Technical Specifications<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Standard <strong>blow molding machine specifications<\/strong> include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n    <thead>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <th>Parameter<\/th>\r\n            <th>Typical Range<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Mandrel spacing<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>38\u201350mm (wider for large openings)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Neck diameter<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>28\u201333mm (water and beverage)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Heating zones<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>20+ zones plus return-path stations<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Linear cavities<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>4\u201310 cavities<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Rotary cavities<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Up to 40 cavities<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>Each <strong>blow station<\/strong> includes:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>Dedicated <strong>mold assemblies<\/strong><\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Stretch rods<\/strong> operated by cam mechanisms<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Water circuit connections<\/strong> for cooling<\/li>\r\n    <li>Three-valve air systems: <em>pre-blow, blow, and exhaust<\/em><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2>Leading Manufacturers<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The global <strong>blow molding machine market<\/strong> features established manufacturers known for innovation, reliability, and service support:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Sidel<\/strong> \u2013 high-speed rotary systems and combi-blocks<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Krones<\/strong> \u2013 integrated bottling line solutions<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Sipa<\/strong> \u2013 single-stage and two-stage technologies<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>KHS<\/strong> \u2013 energy-efficient blowing systems<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Sacmi<\/strong> \u2013 compression blow forming innovation<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Used equipment from these brands offers <strong>proven reliability<\/strong> with available <em>spare parts<\/em> and worldwide service networks.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Buying Used Blow Molding Equipment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Used blow molding machines<\/strong> typically come configured for specific neck formats. Key considerations when purchasing:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Neck format modifications<\/strong> \u2013 possible subject to machine design analysis<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Thread pattern changes<\/strong> \u2013 lower conversion costs within same diameter<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Generation compatibility<\/strong> \u2013 later models offer greater customization flexibility<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Capping system verification<\/strong> \u2013 required when changing neck specifications<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Hours of operation<\/strong> and maintenance history<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Modern <strong>patented connection systems<\/strong> allow combining used blow molding machines with filling monoblocks, creating combi-block functionality from existing equipment at reduced investment compared to new or overhauled integrated systems.<\/p>","parent":0,"count":100,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":4695,"name":"WINTERWERB &amp; STRENG","slug":"winterwerb-streng","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":4695,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":1,"filter":"raw"},"model":"Iloma RCK","year":{"value":"2014","label":"2014"},"notes":"","machine_type_as_text":""},{"machine_type":{"term_id":200,"name":"Filling Machine","slug":"used-filling-machine","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":200,"taxonomy":"machine_types","description":"<p>A <strong>filling machine<\/strong> transfers liquid products into containers such as bottles, cans, or cartons while preserving the <strong>physical and organoleptic properties<\/strong> of the product. Whether filling water, wine, beer, milk, oil, or juice, the machine must comply with all <strong>health and hygiene regulations<\/strong> while maintaining product integrity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>During the filling process, the machine must avoid four critical issues:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Product contamination<\/strong> \u2014 no foreign substances entering the container<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Product oxidation<\/strong> \u2014 minimizing air contact, especially for wine and beer<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Quantity alteration<\/strong> \u2014 precise volume control for each container<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Quality alteration<\/strong> \u2014 preserving taste, aroma, and characteristics<\/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.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Types of Filling Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Linear Filling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Linear fillers<\/strong> arrange filling valves in a straight line, suitable for lower to medium production speeds. These machines require <strong>less floor space<\/strong> and represent a <strong>lower investment<\/strong> compared to rotary systems.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Rotary Filling Machines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Rotary fillers<\/strong> position filling valves on a rotating carousel, delivering <strong>higher hourly production<\/strong> for industrial bottling operations. The number of filling valves determines output capacity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Methods<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Different products require specific <strong>filling technologies<\/strong> based on their characteristics, carbonation level, viscosity, and preservation requirements:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Gravity Filling (Slight Depression)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Gravity filling<\/strong> allows product to flow into bottles by gravitational force through a valve activated when the bottle reaches the filling station. Air escapes through a <strong>vent tube<\/strong>, and filling stops when liquid reaches the tube's lower end.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>After pre-evacuation, the filling valve opens and product flows gently without causing turbulence. <strong>Inert gas<\/strong> in the container returns to the tank during filling. When product level reaches the nozzle, filling stops automatically.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>still wine<\/strong>, <strong>liqueurs<\/strong>, spirits in glass bottles<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Vacuum (Depression) Filling<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>In <strong>vacuum filling<\/strong>, the filling nozzle seals the empty container and a <strong>vacuum pump<\/strong> removes internal air. The resulting vacuum pulls liquid into the bottle until reaching the predetermined level.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>wine and spirits<\/strong> \u2014 no aroma or alcohol content loss<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Volumetric Filling<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Volumetric filling<\/strong> precisely measures liquid volume using a <strong>magnetic flow meter<\/strong> on one filling valve. Electronics calculate the time required for the desired quantity, and all other valves operate pneumatically based on this reference timing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> products requiring <strong>precise volume control<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Isobaric (Counter-Pressure) Filling<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Isobaric filling machines<\/strong> maintain equal pressure between tank and bottle, essential for carbonated products. Benefits include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Optimized filling cycles<\/strong> reducing downtime<\/li>\r\n    <li>No degassing required at various production stages<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Zero oxygen increase<\/strong> in wine<\/li>\r\n    <li>Improved filling quality with reduced energy consumption<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>champagne<\/strong>, <strong>spumante<\/strong>, <strong>sparkling wines<\/strong>, <strong>carbonated drinks<\/strong>, still wines with overpressure<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Hot Filling<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Hot filling<\/strong> processes products at temperatures between <strong>80\u00b0C and 85\u00b0C<\/strong>, followed by <strong>nitrogen injection<\/strong> to prevent implosion during cooling. The product's heat sterilizes the container directly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> products with <strong>7-10 day shelf life<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>tomato pur\u00e9e<\/strong>, <strong>fruit juices<\/strong> with high organic content, <strong>milk<\/strong>, <strong>cream<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Aseptic Filling<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Aseptic filling<\/strong> operates in a completely <strong>sterile, sealed environment<\/strong>. Food and packaging are sterilized separately and combined under aseptic conditions in a germ-free space.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Ideal for:<\/em> <strong>sensitive products<\/strong> without natural protection against microorganism proliferation<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Methods 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;\">Method<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Principle<\/th>\r\n            <th style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\">Best Applications<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Gravity<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Gravitational flow with vent tube<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Still wine, liqueurs, spirits<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Vacuum<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Vacuum pump creates depression<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Wine, spirits (aroma preservation)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Volumetric<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Magnetic flow meter measurement<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Precise volume applications<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Isobaric<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Equal pressure tank\/bottle<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Carbonated drinks, sparkling wine<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Hot fill<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">80-85\u00b0C with nitrogen injection<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Juices, pur\u00e9es, dairy<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\"><strong>Aseptic<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Sterile sealed environment<\/td>\r\n            <td style=\"border: 1px solid #333; padding: 10px;\">Sensitive products, long shelf life<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Machine Construction<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The <strong>filler<\/strong> requires maximum attention given its critical role in product safety. Essential requirements include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Food-grade stainless steel<\/strong> construction throughout<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Sanitizable design<\/strong> allowing complete cleaning access<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Food-safe spare parts<\/strong> \u2014 rubber seals, gaskets, and metal components<\/li>\r\n    <li>Variable number of <strong>filling valves or nozzles<\/strong> based on production requirements<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Regular <strong>scheduled maintenance<\/strong> by competent technicians ensures high production standards and extended machine life.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Filling Monoblocks<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>A <strong>filling monoblock<\/strong> (or <strong>triblock<\/strong>) combines multiple machines into a single integrated unit. Standard configurations include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Rinser + Filler + Capper<\/strong> \u2014 most common triblock arrangement<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Filler + Capper<\/strong> \u2014 basic monoblock configuration<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Multiple capping systems<\/strong> \u2014 for different closure types<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>The monoblock handles three essential bottling functions: <strong>rinsing<\/strong>, <strong>filling<\/strong>, and <strong>capping<\/strong> in immediate sequence, minimizing the critical time between filling and closure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Purchasing Used Filling Machines<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Used filling machines offer significant advantages for bottling operations, with potential savings of <strong>35% to 60%<\/strong> compared to new equipment. Key factors to evaluate before purchase:<\/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 machine capacity to actual needs<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Product compatibility<\/strong> \u2014 appropriate filling method for your application<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Common reasons for upgrading filling equipment include <strong>increased production demands<\/strong>, machine inefficiency causing stops or slowdowns, and difficulty reaching required daily production volumes.<\/p>","parent":0,"count":56,"filter":"raw"},"manufacturer":{"term_id":4695,"name":"WINTERWERB &amp; STRENG","slug":"winterwerb-streng","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":4695,"taxonomy":"manufacturer","description":"","parent":0,"count":1,"filter":"raw"},"model":"Multima","year":{"value":"2014","label":"2014"},"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; 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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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