Used Isobaric Filling Monoblock Alfatek TBV 24/32/4 ISO up to 4500 bph
The Used Isobaric Filling Monoblock Alfatek TBV 24/32/4 ISO up to 4500
bph is a high-precision bottling machine designed for the controlled
rinsing, filling, and capping of still and sparkling wines. Configured
with a 24-station rinser, 32 isobaric filling valves, and 4 capping
heads, it offers a balanced combination of speed, product care, and
operational flexibility. The machine is engineered to perform at a
nominal capacity of approximately 4,500 bottles per hour for still
wine and around 4,000 bottles per hour for sparkling wine, thanks to
its dual filling modes: gravity filling for still products and
traditional isobaric filling for carbonated products. Constructed from
stainless steel throughout, the monoblock provides excellent
durability and hygiene. All product contact parts are made from
food-grade stainless steel AISI 316L, ensuring resistance to corrosion
and maintaining wine purity during processing. Transparent
polycarbonate guarding surrounds the working area, allowing visual
inspection while providing full operator safety. Each access panel is
fitted with interlocked safety switches to meet industry safety
standards. The layout of the monoblock is compact yet
service-friendly, with easy access to all mechanical and pneumatic
components. The integration of the three main functions—rinsing,
filling, and capping—into one frame reduces transfer points, limits
bottle handling stress, and optimises space usage within the bottling
line. Rinsing, Filling, and Capping Operations The rinser section
features 24 grippers mounted on a rotating carousel. Bottles are
inverted and subjected to a dual-treatment rinse cycle: an initial
rinse with water or sanitising solution, followed by an air blow using
sterile or filtered air to remove any residual liquid and particles.
The grippers are designed for precise neck handling, ensuring secure
positioning of bottles throughout the rinse cycle, regardless of
format. The filling section uses 32 traditional mechanical isobaric
valves with pneumatic actuation. This system is known for its
robustness, easy maintenance, and accurate fill level control. The
filling process can be operated in gravity mode for still wine,
providing faster throughput, or in isobaric mode for sparkling wine,
preserving carbonation levels and minimising oxygen pickup. Each valve
is equipped with a vent tube for precise level setting and a
pre-evacuation stage to reduce dissolved oxygen, improving product
shelf life and stability. The capping turret has four heads, capable
of applying both cylindrical corks and BVS screw caps. The changeover
between closure types is supported by adjustable head assemblies and
interchangeable tooling, allowing the machine to handle a wide range
of premium wine formats without extensive downtime. The capping
process is synchronised with bottle infeed and outfeed to ensure
accurate closure placement and torque or insertion depth control,
depending on the closure type. Format Flexibility and Integration This
monoblock is configured to handle a broad range of wine bottle
formats, including Bordolese Standard TS/BVS, Bordolese Conica TS/BVS,
Conica Elite TS, Nobile TS, Authentique TS, Borgognotta TS, Adriatica
1 Litre TS/BVS, and Arno 1.5 Litre TS. Changeover parts are designed
to maintain bottle stability and centring during transfers between
carousels. The infeed is managed by a screw conveyor for smooth
spacing of bottles, while transfer between turrets is performed by
precision starwheels made from high-resistance food-grade polymer. The
rotation direction of the machine is clockwise when viewed from above,
with bottles entering on the right-hand side and exiting on the left
after capping. This configuration is compatible with a wide range of
line layouts and integrates seamlessly with upstream depalletizers and
downstream labelling or packaging equipment. The infeed and outfeed
conveyors are synchronised with the monoblock’s main drive via
frequency-controlled motors, ensuring a steady flow of bottles without
collisions or gaps. Automation is managed by an integrated PLC with a
touch-screen HMI, providing operators with control over machine
functions, recipe management, and operational parameters. The system
allows fine-tuning of filling pressures, rinser timings, and capping
torque or insertion settings. This level of control ensures consistent
product quality across different formats and production runs.
Sanitation is supported by an integrated CIP (Clean-in-Place) system
for the filling valves and product paths, along with a CO₂ purging
system for isobaric operation to further reduce oxygen ingress. All
liquid contact areas are designed with smooth surfaces and drainage
points to prevent product residues and facilitate thorough cleaning.
The robust mechanical design, combined with precise automation, makes
the Used Isobaric Filling Monoblock Alfatek TBV 24/32/4 ISO up to 4500
bph a reli