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Bottle Packer: 357 Orbitron Continuous Motion Packer
357 Orbitron Continuous Motion Packer
Products packed by the 357 Orbitron Case Packer
Bottle Packer Features
357 Orbitron Change Parts
Bottle Packer Options
357 Orbitron Floor Plan
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Model 357 Orbitron™ Continuous Motion Bottle Packer Features
357 Orbitron Bottle Packerfeatures

Rotary product spacing wheel Bottles entering neck support Case feed conveyor
1. Orbitron's technology advantage begins with the compact rotary product spacing wheel.
2. Bottles entering the neck support assembly are gently lowered into case or tray with little or no drop.
3. The case feed conveyor is power adjustable to accommodate tray height variations.
Positive positioning change part locators Direct drive "shear arm" assembly Singe point adjust down product detectors
4. Positive positioning change part locators are provided with pre-set stops to allow immediate start-up and production
5. Direct drive "shear arm" assembly eliminates gearbox backlash for accurate bottle to case timing.
6. Single point adjust down product detectors protect product and machine.
On-demand oscillator
Compact stainless steel frame
7. Patented on-demand oscillator operates only when smooth product flow is interrupted, for continuous operation.
8. Compact all stainless steel frame. Full length, electrically interlocked guard doors provide quick access and complete safety.
 

9. Screw type adjustment points for easy changeover.
10. Integral quick-adjust handles for minimum tool requirements.
11. Case lug chain take-up mounted outside frame for easy access.
12. Operator control station mounted via 180° swivel arm provides maximum convenience and safety in setup and operation. "Handless" operation.
13. Remote mounted main electrical enclosure provides flexibility of location.
14. NEMA 4x SST electrical boxes mounted on machine allow full washdown.
15. Optional automatic lubrication system reduces maintenance requirements and enhances machine longevity.
16. Five foot infeed extension for loose product sweep-off. Delete option for multipack-only applications.
17. Three color indicating beacon for quick and easy machine status.

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The Standard-Knapp Advantage
Change Parts: Compact - Lightweight - Low Cost
Orbitron Bottle Packer change parts

Bottle Packer change parts are "snap-in" style that lock into pre-set positive positions. Changeover is easily accomplished in 15-20 minutes with one person. No hoists or extra personnel are required.

A. Product Spacer Wheel
B. Neck Guide Support Assembly
C. Drop-in Lane Guide Spacers
D. Case Timing Lug Chain

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Options Available for 357 Orbitron™ Continuous Motion Bottle Packer

• Overhead flight lug assembly for non-carbonated/compressible products
 • Roller flap guides for two-flap cases (major flaps)
• Alternate PLC models available to suit customer needs
• Message display for descriptive operational information
• Data Table Access Module (DTAM) provides access to programmable speeds
• Extended powered discharge conveyor for tall products

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357 Orbitron™ Bottle Packer Floor Plan

Orbitron Bottle Packer floor plan

 
Orbitron Bottle Packer floor plan

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357 Orbitron™ Bottle Packer Specifications*
Speed: Up to 65 CPM, depending on product and cases
Trays/Cases: Corrugated, plastic; 1/4 to full depth

Products:

 PET Bottles: 16 oz., 20 oz., 32 oz., 64 oz., 0.5 L, 1 L, 1.5 L, 2 L, 3 L
Glass: 10 oz., 12 oz., 16 oz., 20 oz.; carbonated and non/low carbonated
Cans: 12 oz.
Pack Patterns: 2x3, 2x4
Loose: 3x4, 3x5
Multipacks: 4, 6, 8, 12 packs
Infeed: Straight in for multipacks, sweep off for loose
Discharge: Gravity roller conveyor supplied by customer, adjustable with case discharge height
Controls: 24 vDC with A-B SLC 500
Electric Motors: Two 1 HP motors with variable frequency drives
Machine-Mounted Enclosures: NEMA 4x
Main Control Enclosure: NEMA 4, painted steel-it
* Standard-Knapp is committed to continuous product improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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