Filler designed to sate beverage diversity needs

By Neil Merrett

- Last updated on GMT

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A new plastic bottle packaging system can allow processors to
perform both pressurised and pressure-less hot and cold filling to
meet demand for broader product output, according to its
manufacturer.

KHS says the Innofill DFV-VF/NH can be used to package both carbonated and non-carbonated soft drinks on a single machine by using pneumatic cylinders to switch between the different multi-temperature processes. With beverage makers increasingly being forced to diversify their product offerings to meet various consumer needs for health and functionality, as well as simple taste preference, the system can simplify meeting these requirements, says the group. The company adds that the filler can process up to 60,000 bottles an hour with volumes between 0.1 litres and 0.3 litres, with further modification of the DFV-VF/NH available for use on packages with a maximum capacity of five litres. As part of the product's design, the company says that the two pneumatic cylinders that are used to switch between pressurised and no-pressure filling modes, controlled by individual pilot valves. Hot filling ​ To perform hot filling, the system itself is brought up to the desired process temperature through the use of hot water, before circulating the product liquid around the system's ring bowl until it has cooled to the same heat. Upon completion of this process, the company says that the system then presses a plastic bottle up against the filling valve with spring force before the product is swirled pressure-free into the packaging. Following an initial fast filling phase, the process eventually slows down as it reaches the bottleneck to prevent bubbles and foam forming in the liquid. DRV line ​ KHS claims that the system also includes many of the features of its earlier DRV product line, such as a tubular hygienic ring bowl, aseptic membrane and seal technology in a bid to ensure product quality.

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