Description

The Compact Solution for Craft Beverage Bottling

The LR-400 Semi-Automatic Bottle Rinsing, Filling & Crowning Monoblock is engineered to bridge the gap between manual bottling and expensive fully automated lines. It is the ideal workhorse for entrepreneurs and small producers in Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe who demand consistent, high-quality packaging for their carbonated drinks. By integrating three critical processes, it ensures hygiene, preserves product integrity, and dramatically increases output over purely manual methods.

Step-by-Step Semi-Automatic Operation

The LR-400 operates on an efficient, operator-assisted workflow that maximizes simplicity and control:

1. Manual Loading & Rinsing: The operator places empty glass bottles onto the inlet conveyor. Bottles are automatically transferred into the rinsing module, where a jet of clean water, air, or sterile mist removes any dust or particulates.

2. Precision Isobaric Filling: The rinsed bottle is manually or automatically indexed under the isobaric filling head. This is the core technology: the head seals against the bottle neck, equalizes the pressure inside the bottle with the pressure in the product tank (typically using CO2), and then gently fills the beverage without losing carbonation or causing excessive foam.

3. Crown Cap Sealing: The filled bottle is moved to the crowning station. An aluminum crown cap (pilfer-proof cap) is automatically oriented and placed on the bottle. A mechanical press then crimps the cap securely onto the bottle rim, creating a hermetic seal that locks in freshness and carbonation.

4. Manual Unloading: The finished, sealed bottle is discharged, ready for labeling, pasteurization (if required), and packaging.

Technical Specifications & Machine Features

• Machine Type: Semi-Automatic 3-in-1 Monoblock (Rinsing + Filling + Crowning).

• Operation: Operator-assisted bottle handling with automated process cycles.

• Filling Technology: Isobaric (Counter-Pressure) Filling System. Essential for carbonated drinks to prevent CO2 loss and foaming.

• Filling Accuracy: High volumetric consistency, typically within ±5 ml or better.

• Capping Technology: Automatic crown cap (pilfer-proof cap) orienting and crimping head.

• Speed Range: Approximately 200-600 bottles per hour (BPH), depending on operator speed and bottle size. Ideal for batch production.

• Bottle Types: Designed primarily for standard glass bottles (330ml, 500ml, 1L) with standard crown finish necks.

• Cap Types: Standard 26mm or 29mm aluminum crown caps (crown corks).

• Construction: Robust frame with product contact parts in AISI 304 Stainless Steel for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning.

• Control System: Simple PLC with push-button or basic HMI control for easy operation and parameter setting (fill volume, pressure).

• Key Features: Compact, space-saving design; minimal compressed air and water consumption; mechanical durability for harsh environments; easy to clean and maintain.

Ideal Applications: Beer, Soda, Cider & More

The LR-400 is perfectly suited for a wide range of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages:

• Alcoholic Beverages: Craft beer, ale, stout, cider, hard seltzer.

• Non-Alcoholic Beverages: Carbonated soft drinks (CSD), lemonade, craft soda, sparkling water, energy drinks.

• Other Applications: Ready-to-drink (RTD) teas, some non-foaming juices.

The LR-400 Advantage: Quality, Support & Value

• Preserves Product Quality: The isobaric filling system is non-negotiable for quality beer and soda, ensuring perfect carbonation levels and taste in every bottle.

• Low Capital Investment: Provides the core functionality of a bottling line at a fraction of the cost of a fully automated system, offering an excellent return on investment (ROI) for growing businesses.

• Operational Simplicity: Easy to learn, operate, and maintain, reducing the need for highly specialized technicians.

• Built for Growth: Serves as a perfect stepping stone. Producers can start with the LR-400 and later upgrade to higher-speed automated lines as demand increases.

• Global Support Network: As highlighted on the original page, we back the LR-400 with regional service hubs, multi-language technical support, rapid spare parts delivery, and on-site commissioning tailored for our key markets worldwide. This ensures your operation runs smoothly no matter your location.

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