Description

Complete KHS and Krones Aseptic PET Bottling Line – 30,000 bph – Overview

This used bottling line is a second-hand, wet-aseptic PET solution manufactured in 2005 by KHS and Krones for high‑hygiene beverage production. Engineered for both still and carbonated beverages, including beer, the line combines isobaric processing with aseptic filling to deliver shelf‑stable products with minimal oxygen pickup. It is currently in storage and configured to run right‑to‑left across two floors (with part of the palletizing section on the upper level). Molds for the blow molder are not included.

Technical Specifications & Performance Data

• Throughput: up to 30,000 bph at 0.5 L; up to 25,000 bph at 1.0 L
• Bottle formats: 0.2–1.5 L PET
• Products: still water, sparkling water, carbonated soft drinks, still soft drinks, beer
• Filling technology: wet aseptic cold filling (isobaric-capable)
• Closures/neck finish: 28 mm PCO 1881; 38 mm DS 38/15 2T SFB CA (3504)
• Labeling: OPP wrap‑around (Krones Starmodul) and shrink sleeve (Krones Sleevematic)
• Line direction: right‑to‑left; two-floor installation (part of palletizing on second floor)
• Year of manufacture: 2005
• Operating crew: typically 4–5 people (indicative)
• Current condition: in storage; recently maintained and inspected in very good condition

Advanced Automation & Control Systems

The line integrates OEM control platforms and centralized HMI interfaces across process, filling, packaging, and palletizing. Inline quality control is handled by Krones Checkmat for package inspection. Coding/printing and pallet identification are managed by integrated systems to support traceability in industrial packaging environments.

Inline Inspection & Identification

• Krones Checkmat bottle/package inspection
• Stratec FM3000 printer (for case/pack coding)
• Logopak Logomatic VLP pallet labeler

Production Line Integration Capabilities

This second‑hand beverage production line is delivered as a complete system from preforms to finished pallets. Key sub‑systems include:

Primary Packaging & Filling

• Blow Molding Machine: Krones Contiform S18 (molds not included)
• Rinser: KHS Innoclean FR‑DR/ACF140LL
• Aseptic Filler: KHS Innofill DNVF PET ACF, with closure disinfection and cap handling
• Process Modules: KHS Innopro KZE flash pasteurizer; Innopro buffer and sterile buffer tanks; sterile water UHT; nitrogen dosing; product degassing; Innopro CIP
• Carbonation: Diessel carbonator for CSD and beer

Labeling & Secondary Packaging

• Labellers: Krones Starmodul (OPP) and Krones Sleevematic (shrink sleeve)
• Packers: Krones Variopac FS 45 and Variopac TFS 30
• Shrink Tunnels: Sotec units matched to FS and TFS lines

End‑of‑Line & Internal Logistics

• Palletizer: Krones Robot 3A with Palco pallet transport, pallet magazine, and pallet control
• Stretch Wrapper: OrgaPak Octopus Junior
• Conveyors & Accumulation: complete bottle, pack, and pallet conveyors including curved and spiral sections; cap conveyor and sorting system (Eckel & Sohn)

Machine Condition & Maintenance History

• Status: line is no longer in production; test run or dry run is not possible
• Maintenance: recently serviced; inspected two weeks ago and found in very good condition
• Documentation: technical inspection reports available on request; operating manuals availability to be confirmed

Operational Performance & Versatility

• Application range: still and carbonated soft drinks, water (still/sparkling), and beer
• Aseptic performance: hygienic wet‑zone design with sterile boundaries, closure disinfection, and CIP for product safety
• Format flexibility: 0.2–1.5 L; compatible with 28 mm PCO 1881 and 38 mm DS 38/15 neck finishes
• Packaging flexibility: OPP wrap‑around and shrink sleeve labeling; multiple pack configurations via Variopac FS/TFS

Installation Requirements & Site Preparation

• Footprint: two-floor layout; direction of flow is right‑to‑left
• Utilities (indicative): electrical power for blow molding, aseptic filler, pasteurizer, labellers, packers and palletizer; compressed air for blow molding and actuation; process water (including sterile/UHT water for rinsing), product water, CO₂ for carbonated beverages, and CIP media
• Ancillary needs: HVAC and filtration suitable for aseptic zones; drains in wet areas; access for maintenance and sanitation
• Dismantling/Relocation: dismantling must be performed by the factory‑appointed team; packaging and loading support available

Safety Standards & Compliance Certification

• OEM safety guarding, interlocked access doors, and emergency stop circuits on major machines
• Aseptic hygiene measures: closure disinfection, sterile water UHT, segregated wet zone, and validated CIP procedures
• Buyer is responsible for verifying local compliance and any required CE, UL, or food safety certifications after reinstallation

This complete used bottling line offers a robust industrial packaging platform for beverage production, combining aseptic integrity with isobaric capability and a full end‑of‑line solution from preforms to palletized loads.

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