The AVE Technologies 16 – 16 – 4 is a bottling machine, configured for rinsing, filling, and capping glass bottles with a crown seal.
This filler was last used on beer in Glass 330ml bottles.
Max speed 4000 BPH was last running comfortably at 2500 -3000 BPH
Technical Specifications (Typical 16-16- 4 Configuration)
- Structure:Composed of a 16-gripper rinser, 16 Head valve filler, and 4-head crown capper.
- Filling Type:Isobaric (counter-pressure) for beer and carbonated soft drinks, ensuring low dissolved oxygen pickup. Double Pre evacuation. Auto Level.
- Capacity:Generally around 2500- 4000 bottles per hour (BPH) depending on bottle size and product (e.g., 330ml and 640ml).
- Material:AISI 304/316 stainless steel construction.
Key Features for Beer
- Double Pre-evacuation: To minimize oxygen intake.
- Bottle Type:Compatible with both glass and PET bottles.
- Capping: 4 head crown capper.
- Automation:Automatic PLC-controlled, suitable for small to medium-sized breweries.
Comes with some change parts for 640ml bottles and user manual.
Extras
Also available is a bottle feed in conveyor, cap elevator ( requires new belt) and a Tronics Labeller .