Versatile packer for non-returnable containers
Optimize your bottling line with a flexible solution designed to expertly pack diverse non-returnable container formats, ensuring seamless integration into your existing setup while accommodating future packaging trends.
Packs and Wraps Non-Returnable Containers Efficiently
The Variopac Pro from Krones is a fully automatic modular packer specifically designed for packaging non-returnable containers such as cans and PET bottles. This equipment is distinguished by its flexibility, accommodating diverse packaging formats including shrink-wrapped film, trays, and wrap-around cartons. It integrates seamlessly into production lines, utilizing sensor-controlled infeed conveyors for reliable and continuous operation. The Variopac Pro is capable of high-speed packing, wrapping, and sealing, reducing downtime with its ergonomic design and rapid changeovers. Optional modules allow customization to fit specific production needs, with options for future upgrades. Energy-efficient operation is assured through precision motor controls, and the system is designed for ease of maintenance, offering robust support for beverage manufacturers seeking to enhance their packaging capabilities.
Benefits
- Enhances operational flexibility with modular design for diverse packaging needs.
- Minimizes user intervention through ergonomic design and fast type changeovers.
- Maintains consistent production flow with reliable container infeed system.
- Adapts to packaging concept changes with easy conversion and upgrade options.
- Reduces operating costs by optimizing motor control for energy efficiency.
- Applications
- Shrink-wrapped film packages,Pet containers,Non-returnable containers,Trays,Wrap-around cartons,Cans
- End products
- Wrap-around packs for energy drinks,Shrink-wrapped soda packs,Beer cans,Water in pet bottles,Tray-packed dairy products,Soft drink cans,Trays of bottled water,Juice in pet bottles
- Steps before
- Container Sorting,Container Cleaning
- Steps after
- Palletising,Distribution
- Input ingredients
- non-returnable containers,PET containers,cans
- Output ingredients
- packaged containers,shrink-wrapped film packaging,pad packaging,tray packaging,wrap-around cartons
- 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.
- Packaging flexibility
- Pads,trays,wrap-around cartons,shrink-wrapped film
- Automation
- Fully automatic
- Modular machine design
- Yes
- Ergonomic design
- High machine frame,large sliding doors
- Type change-over
- Fast
- Processing range
- Large
- Container infeed control
- Sensor-controlled
- Drive design
- Each machine area with single drive
- Automation level
- Fully automatic
- Changeover time
- Fast type change-over
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Packaging material compatibility
- PET,Glass,Cans
- Flexibility for material changes
- High
- Shrink film compatibility
- Yes
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean
- Packaging Type
- Wrap-around,trays,shrink-wrap
- Container Material
- PET,glass
- Container Size
- Various sizes
- Container Shape
- Varied shaped bottles and cans
- Machine footprint
- Compact / Variable (depends on configuration)
- Modular Design
- Yes
- Packaging flexibility
- Pads,trays,wrap-around cartons,shrink-wrapped film
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen / PLC
- Ergonomic design
- High machine frame,large sliding doors
- Single drive for each area
- Yes
- Modular design
- Yes
- Packaging variations
- Pads,trays,wrap-around cartons,shrink-wrapped film
- Upgradeability
- Convertible and Upgradable
- Type change-over
- Fast,tool-free
- Control integration
- Sensor-controlled operation