Used Max Kettner case packer machineTechnical Specifications &
Performance DataThis rotary swing-arm case packer is engineered for
reliable bottle handling and secondary packaging in beverage
production and industrial packaging environments. Manufactured by
Kettner, the BE 2/C-T Jun. configuration features a two-head gripper
system designed to pick groups of filled and capped bottles from an
infeed conveyor and place them into open cartons with precision. As a
second hand machine, it offers solid German engineering with
straightforward mechanics and controls suited to a used bottling line
or a standalone packing cell.Machine type: Rotary swing-arm Case
Packer for bottlesManufacturer: KettnerModel: BE 2/C-T Jun. (two-head,
T-table, Junior version)Year of manufacture: 1981Gripper system: Two
gripper blocks with rubberized gripper bellsOperating modes: Automatic
and manualElectrical supply: 220/380 V AC, 50 HzControl voltages: 42 V
AC and 24 V DCRated current: 10 AUpstream line fuse: 16 ASerial
handling: Group pick-and-place into open cartonsContainer types:
Designed for PET and Glass bottle handlingAdvanced Automation &
Control SystemsThe case packer utilizes robust relay/contactor logic
for dependable operation with a retrofitted Omron display on one
subassembly, providing clear status indication and partial
modernization benefits. Operators can select between automatic and
manual control, with comprehensive jog functions to support setup and
changeover. Manual functions include head forward/back, basket
down/up, carton in/out, air release, bottle forward/release, and home
position recall.Relay/contactor-based control architectureOmron
display retrofit for improved visibilityAutomatic/manual mode selector
with dedicated jog controlsClear separation of power and control
voltagesProduction Line Integration CapabilitiesThe machine integrates
seamlessly downstream of a filler/capper on a used bottling line and
upstream of case sealing or palletizing equipment. Its swing-arm
placement mechanism accepts grouped bottles from a conveyor and lowers
them into open cartons, supporting efficient secondary packaging in
beverage production.Inline operation with standard bottle
conveyorsCompatible with secondary packaging steps such as case
sealing and palletizingSuitable for PET and Glass bottles in grouped
formatsMachine Condition & Maintenance HistoryThis is a second hand
case packer in working condition, offered ready for operation. The
control system includes a partial modernization via an Omron display
retrofit on one subassembly. The relay logic ensures serviceability
with widely available components, supporting straightforward
maintenance routines.Operational Performance & VersatilityThe two-head
gripper arrangement provides stable handling of bottle groups and
consistent placement into cartons. Rubberized gripper bells enhance
grip and help protect bottle surfaces. The combination of automatic
cycles and rich manual jog functions makes the machine versatile for
line startups, troubleshooting, and format adjustments. It is well
suited to industrial packaging applications across different beverage
segments on PET or glass containers.Installation Requirements & Site
PreparationThe packer requires a three-phase electrical supply at 380
V, 50 Hz with appropriate protection (16 A upstream). The control
circuit uses 42 V AC and 24 V DC. A compressed air supply is required
for the gripper and pneumatic actuations. Allocate floor space to
accommodate the rotary swing-arm movement, infeed conveyor interface,
and carton presentation area. Ensure adequate operator access for
manual mode operation and changeovers.Safety Standards & Compliance
CertificationThe machine features electrical protections aligned with
industrial practice for its generation, including defined control
voltages and an upstream line fuse. Operator-friendly manual functions
aid safe setup and maintenance tasks. Guarding and safety devices
should be verified and adapted as needed to meet current site-specific
and regulatory standards before commissioning within a modern beverage
production or industrial packaging environment.
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