Filling system for gable top cartons chilled products

Achieve precise filling and reliable sealing for chilled beverages and dairy products with enhanced hygiene, optimizing production efficiency and ensuring product safety with advanced disinfection and emission control technology.

Fills, Seals, and Disinfects Liquid Products

The Tetra Pak TR/28 is a high-speed filling and sealing machine engineered for the food and beverage industry, specializing in liquid products such as dairy, juices, and plant-based drinks. What sets the TR/28 apart is its integrated cleaning system and cutting-edge emission control, securing best-in-class hygiene and operator safety.

This machine supports operations with continuous, automated processes and precise fill accuracy that minimizes waste. Designed for seamless integration into your packaging line, the TR/28 features PLC controls, ensuring reliable performance with minimal downtime.

Capable of handling a diverse range of applications, from milk and yogurt to protein shakes and probiotic drinks, the TR/28 also boasts a dedicated cap and carton disinfection system, maintaining product quality over extended shelf life. Constructed with stainless steel top sealers and temperature-controlled heaters, the machine forms robust and leak-proof seals, essential for maintaining the integrity of the packaged product.

Energy efficiency is key, as the TR/28 consumes less energy through its optimized design, while still offering a customizable platform with engineering support to meet the specific needs of dairy producers, beverage manufacturers, and food packaging companies.

Benefits

  • Ensures product safety with advanced cap and carton disinfection, extending shelf life.
  • Increases production efficiency with precise fill accuracy, reducing waste and maintaining consistent quality.
  • Enhances operator safety through emission control systems that clean the air and eliminate the need for additional exhaust setups.
  • Lowers operational costs with automated cleaning systems that consume fewer resources.
  • Offers flexibility in packaging a wide range of liquid products, supporting business adaptability and growth.

General


Applications
Food,Nectar,Still drinks,Cheese,Plant-based products,Powder,Ice cream,Juice,Chilled products,Dairy
End products
Fresh cream,Protein shakes,Probiotic drinks,Still water,Flavored milk,Whey protein powder,Cheese slices,Orange juice,Almond milk,Ready-to-drink tea,Yogurt,Fresh salsa,Milk,Apple nectar,Soy milk,Coconut water,Lactose-free milk,Plant-based smoothies,Cold brew coffee,Ice cream tubs
Steps before
Pre-processing,Blending,Homogenization,Pasteurization
Steps after
Capping,Sealing,Labeling,Palletizing,Distribution
Input ingredients
chilled products,cap disinfection spray,carton disinfection spray,hydrogen peroxide,peracetic acid
Output ingredients
Tetra Rex® gable top cartons,safe food packaging,sealed cartons,chilled dairy products,juice,nectar and still drinks
Market info
Tetra Pak is renowned for providing innovative packaging solutions, specializing in carton packaging for the food and beverage industry. It is esteemed for high-quality, sustainable, and efficient processing and packaging equipment on a global scale.

Technical Specifications


Filling accuracy
± 1 gr
Automation
PLC-controlled
Capacity
Up to 500 packages/hour increase
Cleaning method
Automated cleaning system
Chemical used
Peracetic acid / Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂)
Emission control
Below 0.5 ppm
Package Types
Tetra Rex® Base,Tetra Rex® Arch,Tetra Rex® High
Sealing type
Mechanically driven top sealers
Temperature control
Temperature-controlled heaters and mandrel tops
Disinfection method
Cap and carton disinfection spray
Cooling system
Long cooling period

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
High (PLC / SCADA)
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C
Cleaning method
CIP
Emissions control
Patented emission control system
Operator safety
Complies with new directives
Air incorporation control
Yes
Production output increase
Up to 500 p/h

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Container size and shape
100 ml - 1000 ml
Container material compatibility
Sustainable packaging
Container type
Gable top cartons
Product diversity
Chilled products

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Control panel type
Operator panel with status bar
Discharge method
Sealed gable top cartons