Used Cask ACS V4.1 Automated 5-Head Canning Line

MANUFACTURER INFORMATION

Cask Brewing Systems manufactures compact and automated canning equipment for breweries, beverage producers and other liquid-packaging operations. Cask canning systems integrate filling, lid placement, seaming and can-handling functions into compact production lines designed for aluminum beverage cans.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Used Cask Brewing Systems Model ACS V4.1 automated canning line constructed of stainless steel and rated by the manufacturer for speeds up to approximately 30 cans per minute. The line is equipped with five filling heads and CO2 purge capability for compatible beverage packaging applications. Integrated equipment includes PLC controls, filler, lid denester and placer, lid seamer, post-fill can rinse, air knives and conveyor. The system was last running 12 oz aluminum cans. Electrical requirements are 220 VAC, 3-phase. Approximate overall dimensions are 29" wide x 154" long x 84" high. Possible applications include automated filling, lid placement, seaming, rinsing and drying of compatible aluminum beverage cans for beer, cider, sparkling beverages and other suitable liquid products.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Manufacturer: Cask Brewing Systems

• Model: ACS V4.1

• Equipment Type: Automated canning line

• Construction: Stainless steel

• Maximum Manufacturer-Rated Speed: Up to approximately 30 cans per minute

• Filling Heads: 5

• CO2 Purge: Included

• Filler: Included

• Lid Denester: Included

• Lid Placer: Included

• Lid Seamer: Included

• Post-Fill Can Rinse: Included

• Air Knives: Included

• Conveyor: Included

• Controls: PLC controlled

• Previous Can Size: 12 oz aluminum cans

• Electrical Requirements: 220 VAC, 3-phase

• Overall Width: Approximately 29"

• Overall Length: Approximately 154"

• Overall Height: Approximately 84"

APPLICATIONS

• Automated beverage canning

• Aluminum can filling

• CO2-purged filling

• Lid placement

• Can seaming

• Post-fill can rinsing

• Can drying

• Brewery canning

• Craft beverage packaging

• Cider packaging

• Carbonated beverage packaging

• Small- to medium-scale beverage production

• Integrated fill-and-seam packaging lines

SUITABLE PRODUCTS / MATERIALS

Depending on product characteristics, carbonation level, can format and machine setup, this system may be suitable for:

• Beer

• Craft beer

• Cider

• Hard seltzer

• Sparkling beverages

• Carbonated water

• Soft drinks

• Kombucha where compatible

• Ready-to-drink beverages

• Other compatible liquid beverages packaged in aluminum cans

FAQ

• WHAT IS THE CASK ACS V4.1?
  The ACS V4.1 is an automated canning line that integrates filling, lid handling, seaming, rinsing, drying and conveying.

• HOW FAST CAN THE LINE RUN?
  Manufacturer information lists speeds up to approximately 30 cans per minute, depending on product, can size and operating conditions.

• HOW MANY FILLING HEADS DOES IT HAVE?
  The line is equipped with five filling heads.

• DOES THE FILLER HAVE CO2 PURGE?
  Yes. CO2 purge capability is included.

• WHAT CAN SIZE WAS THE MACHINE LAST RUNNING?
  The unit was last running 12 oz aluminum cans.

• DOES THE LINE INCLUDE A SEAMER?
  Yes. An integrated lid seamer is included.

• DOES IT INCLUDE AUTOMATIC LID HANDLING?
  Yes. The system includes a lid denester and lid placer.

• DOES THE LINE RINSE THE CANS AFTER FILLING?
  Yes. A post-fill can rinse section is included.

• HOW ARE THE CANS DRIED AFTER RINSING?
  The machine includes air knives for removing residual water from the outside of the cans.

• IS THE LINE PLC CONTROLLED?
  Yes. The system includes PLC controls.

• WHAT POWER DOES THE SYSTEM REQUIRE?
  The machine requires 220 VAC, 3-phase electrical service.

• CAN THIS LINE RUN OTHER CAN SIZES?
  Potentially, depending on available change parts, tooling and machine adjustment range. Compatibility should be confirmed for each can size.

• CAN AARON EQUIPMENT HELP DETERMINE IF THIS CANNING LINE WILL WORK FOR MY PRODUCT?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment can help review your beverage type, carbonation level, can size, required production rate and utility requirements to determine whether this Cask ACS V4.1 may be suitable.

• CAN AARON EQUIPMENT ARRANGE SHIPPING?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with freight, loading and shipping coordination for domestic or international destinations. Contact Aaron Equipment with your delivery location for shipping assistance.