PETpla.net Insider 03 / 2020

BOTTLING / FILLING PET planet Insider Vol. 21 No. 03/20 www.petpla.net 32 Towards multi-packaging The new Sacmi monobloc unit EquaFill ECF multi-packaging can handle several commer- cially available packaging types (glass, cans, PET) in parallel, with real-time size change- overs. FILLING EquaFill ECF multi-packaging is a Sacmi solution that aims to meet bottlers’ flexibility requirements from a multi-material perspective, allow fre- quent size changeovers and maximise filling process efficiency. Designed to fill bottles and containers (in glass, PET or aluminium), cans - all on a single platform - this Sacmi- developed solution is for all those sec- tors (craft beer, fruit juices and CSDs) where product unique- ness benefits from manufac- turing manage- ment that’s completely free from restrictions posed by the material or the container format. Various configurations and output rates are possible. Sacmi Equa- Fill can handle up to 36,000 containers per hour. Process hygiene and user-friendliness are seamlessly combined with the solution’s key feature, that is, the fact that it permits multi-packaging filling via quick and easy format changeovers. With this solution Sacmi intends to take the industry forward, away from traditional dedicated production lines (glass, cans, PET) towards true multi- line configurations. Initial market feedback has shown that Sacmi can, with such set-ups, increase average process efficiency, with a parallel, similarly sized reduc- tion in fixed costs (CAPEX). Other advantages include - especially as regards revamping of existing facilities - a considerable reduction in the plant footprint, Sacmi said. In addition to net savings in terms of process-related space and costs, the Sacmi monobloc yields dividends in terms of synergy and efficiency as it’s possible to avoid - thanks to the single platform - the duplication of shared parts such as pressurised piping, palletisers and rinsers, etc. The outcome: a solution that matches the steady trend towards smaller production lots and caters to the need to get products on shelves in different sizes and materials to inter- cept every nuance of market demand while optimising the fixed costs of the entire process. www.sacmi.it +44 (0) 1254 584210 sales@petmachinery.com petmachinery.com Active for over 25 years, our global network and specialist knowledge makes us the go-to company for the sale or purchase of a PET machine. Commercially savvy, we work closely with our customers and our global network, to make sure everyone gets the best deal. Providing comprehensive advice throughout your sale or purchase; we can arrange dismantling, loading, packing, shipping, specialist insurance and commissioning. If you have amachine to sell or you’re looking to purchase, please get in touch. THE INDUSTRY EXPERTS