Matrix isobaric bottling line

Used Matrix BOTTLING LINE Bottling Lines of 2006, designed for bottling wine in glass bottles at a consistent speed of 3,000 BPH. This comprehensive bottling line operates with a clockwise rotation direction. The line begins with a Wab Rinser, model ADV RP 1 R 5-25-132-132, manufactured in 2010, which features 25 grippers with fixed nozzles and performs one treatment with water. The core filling unit is a Matrix isobaric filler, model TECNA ISO – V 32, from 2006, equipped with 32 electronic valves capable of double pre-evacuation, automatic level control, and degassing functions. Following the filler are two Arol cappers, both from 1992: a GEMINI RF single-head corker for both straight and mushroom corks, and a BETA C single-head capper specifically for aluminum screw caps (Stelvin). A Neri caps orientator, model GRAZIA CB 0, also from 1992, handles orientation for mushroom and straight corks. The line includes a Gai washer-dryer, model 5000C. TEC, from 1991, with 8 heads and a carousel-type drying system. It also features two Europool Drying Tunnels, model DRYER TF-01, both from 2020, each utilizing an air knife system for drying. For finishing, there's a Robino e Galandrino wirehooder, model VITTORIA JR, from 1992, with a single head for 4-wire cages and a long-autonomy distributor. A Derby Ottico capsuling machine, from 1992, features 2 heads, handles sparkling wine capsules, PVC, and poly-laminate types, includes optical capsule centering, and has a long-autonomy capsule magazine. Labelling is handled by two units: a Sacmi labeller, model RMF – RA, from 2005, with 8 electronic cam plates and 3 adhesive stations for front, back, neck, tax strip, and wrap-around neck/long neck labels, featuring electronic optical centering with fixed fiber optics and additional bottle smoothing/ironing at outfeed. The second labeller is an Enos, model No. 76304, from 1998, with 2 adhesive stations for front and back labels, using electronic optical centering with fixed photocells. The line concludes with an Ape packaging monoblock, model MONO 5000, from 1992, capable of 3x2 – 3x4 carton formats. It includes a case erector with Nordson hot-melt glue sealing updated in 2022, and a single-head case packer with 12 fixed grippers per head. This entire line is protected by safety guards and is located in Europe, available in "As Is" condition, making it a robust option for bottling operations looking for used matrix bottling lines or second-hand bottling lines for sale, particularly a matrix bottling line 3000 BPH.

When inspecting this 2006 Matrix BOTTLING LINE, an experienced engineer would start by scrutinizing the physical condition of the primary components, particularly given the varying ages of the equipment, from 1992 cappers to 2020 drying tunnels. For the 2010 Wab Rinser, examine the 25 grippers for wear or damage, ensuring they still securely hold glass bottles. Check the fixed nozzles for blockages or corrosion from water treatment. On the 2006 Matrix isobaric filler, the 32 electronic valves are key; verify their functional integrity, looking for signs of leakage or poor sealing that would impact double pre-evacuation, level control, or degassing. The older 1992 Arol cappers (GEMINI RF and BETA C) require close attention to their single-head mechanisms; check the corker's jaws for wear and the screw capper's rollers for any flat spots or damage. Verify the Neri caps orientator, also from 1992, for smooth operation with both mushroom and straight corks. The 1991 Gai washer-dryer's 8 heads and carousel system should be run to assess operational smoothness and drying effectiveness. The two 2020 Europool Drying Tunnels, being newer, should primarily be checked for proper function of their air knife systems and fan motors. For the 1992 Robino e Galandrino wirehooder, inspect the single head for 4-wire cages for alignment and smooth operation; the long-autonomy distributor is a value-add but needs verification it actually functions. On the 1992 Derby Ottico capsuling machine, test both heads and confirm the optical capsule centering accurately handles sparkling wine, PVC, and poly-laminate capsules; verify the long-autonomy magazine's integrity. For the 2005 Sacmi labeller, run a test to verify the 8 electronic cam plates and the 3 adhesive stations' performance, ensuring proper application of all label types specified (front, back, neck, tax strip, wrap-around neck/long neck), and confirm the electronic optical centering with fixed fiber optics is accurate. Similarly, on the 1998 Enos labeller, check the 2 adhesive stations and fixed photocell optical centering. The 1992 Ape packaging monoblock's main focus should be the case erector; critically, verify the condition and function of the 2022 Nordson hot-melt glue sealing system. Also, examine the single-head case packer’s 12 fixed grippers for wear or damage. The presence of safety protections is a genuine value-add, but their physical condition and compliance with current safety standards must be verified. Request spare parts lists for all manufacturers, especially for the older components, as proprietary parts could be difficult to source.

When integrating this 3000 BPH Matrix BOTTLING LINE into a production facility, particularly with its clockwise rotation, several practical considerations come into play for a plant manager. Given the 3,000 BPH speed, efficient buffer accumulation is critical both upstream of the rinser and downstream of the packaging monoblock to handle minor stoppages without halting the entire line. The rinser's single water treatment suggests careful consideration of water quality and potential pre-filtration if product specifications demand it. For bottle handling, a reliable infeed conveyor system must be designed to smoothly feed glass bottles to the Wab Rinser, considering its 25 grippers. Given the dual Capper Arol units for corks and screw caps, appropriate inline mechanisms or manual intervention for format changeovers between these capping types will be needed, alongside a system to bypass the unused capper. Format changeover parts for the Rinser's grippers, filler's bottle guides, cappers' star wheels, and the labellers' bottle plates must be requested from the seller, especially concerning the range of glass bottle sizes to be processed. The two Europool Drying Tunnels in series suggest a strong emphasis on dry bottles before labelling, which is robust, but the conveying between them needs to ensure stability. The Sacmi labeller's additional bottle smoothing indicates it's designed for premium label application, so the upstream bottle handling should minimize scuffing. For the Ape Packaging Monoblock, ensure the inbound conveyor for cases matches the 3x2 / 3x4 format and the output conveyor is robust for filled cases. Throughput balancing means ensuring the case erector (with its 2022 Nordson hot-melt glue upgrade) and the single-head case packer can consistently keep pace with the 3,000 BPH bottle flow. Consider a bypass for certain end-of-line machines if some products do not require wirehoods or specific capsuling types. The overall layout should allow clear access for maintenance, especially around the two labellers and the packaging monoblock.