Can inspection unit for quality control

Ensure the integrity of your beverage cans with precise defect detection and quality assurance, safeguarding against malfunctions in high-speed production lines while maximizing efficiency.

Inspects and Rejects Defective Beverage Cans

The Cantronic Can Inspection Unit from Krones offers precise quality control for beverage cans, ensuring only defect-free products reach your consumers. This inspection system operates at speeds up to 130,000 cans per hour, utilizing high-resolution cameras to detect dirt, dents, and coating faults. Capable of inspecting a variety of beverages, from soda and juice cans to plant-based milk alternatives, it seamlessly integrates into high-speed, continuous operations of food and beverage manufacturing lines. Featuring a vacuum conveyor system for precise can conveyance, and advanced rejection systems capable of handling up to 132,000 containers per hour, the Cantronic enhances your production efficiency by approximately 5%. Remote diagnostics via Krones Remote Service ensures minimal downtime, while transponder-protected access safeguards against unauthorized entry. Designed for durability, the unit includes standard and optional camera units for comprehensive inspection, supporting diverse industry requirements including the food, beverage, and packaging sectors.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by sorting out defective cans, minimizing downtime.
  • Increases product safety with high-resolution cameras detecting minute defects, reducing reject rates.
  • Offers seamless remote diagnostics, ensuring prompt maintenance and reduced operational disruptions.
  • Safeguards access with transponder technology, preventing unauthorized adjustments and enhancing security.
  • Integrates smoothly into existing lines, supporting high-speed, continuous manufacturing operations.

General


Applications
Water,Beverage cans,Milk and milk-based drinks,Spirits,Plant-based milk alternatives,Juice,Soft drinks,Beer
End products
Vodka cans,Lager beer cans,Soda cans,Almond milk cans,Sparkling water cans,Orange juice cans,Whole milk cans
Steps before
Filling,Can conveyance
Steps after
Packing,Labeling
Input ingredients
empty cans,containers,test containers
Output ingredients
inspected cans,rejected cans,high-quality cans,faulty cans
Market info
Krones is renowned for its expertise in manufacturing beverage and liquid food processing and packaging equipment, offering comprehensive solutions that include filling, packaging technology, and processing systems, and is reputed for innovation and quality in the industry.

Technical Specifications


Rated output
Up to 130,000 cans per hour
Inspection speed
33 cans per second
Camera units
1 to 4 cameras
Rejection system capacity
Up to 132,000 containers per hour
Container type
Cans

Operating Characteristics


Rated output
up to 130,000 cans per hour
Automation level
Password protection with transponder
Rejection system type
Ecopush and Directpush systems
Inspection speed
33 cans per second
Increase in line efficiency
Approximately 5%
Remote diagnostics and maintenance
Krones Remote Service
Operational reliability
Continuous self-monitoring function
Accessibility protection
Protected access via transponder

Physical Characteristics


Rated output
Up to 130,000 cans per hour
Inspection range
Opaque dirt,dents,creases
Rejection capacity
Maximum of 132,000 containers per hour
Camera units
Standard
Conveyance method
Vacuum conveyor

Custom Options


Control panel type
Uniform operating concept
Integration possibilities
Remote diagnostics and maintenance via secure data link