KRONES
Double-end bottle
washers
Lavatec D4/D5 and LavaClassic D4/D5
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Gives bottles a shiny appearance
In the new modular double-end bottle washer, the different
machine types are fused into a single assembly unit. The Lavatec
D and LavaClassic D series are as individual as the requirements
of our customers and impress with perfect cleaning results
combined with frugal use of resources.
At a glance
− Freely combinable modular component system
− Different pre-treatment options – including special solutions
such as sand and glass fragment removal
− Separate caustic tanks
− Synchronous or shaft drives possible
− Optimum accessibility and revised walkway concept
− Clean Design post-treatment zones
− Easily accessible central pipe system
− Frugal use of resources thanks to the use of state-of-the-art
technologies
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Individual machine concept for every output range
From small to large: Thanks to their modular component system, the double-end bottle washers in the Lavatec D
series cover every output range. The model variants in the Lavatec D series and the LavaClassic D can be individually
adapted to the output of your plant and to special cleaning tasks.
Lavatec D4/D5 LavaClassic D4/D5
The frugal solution for water and energy management The cost-effective cleaning professional
− Processes 10,000 to 144,000 bottles per hour − Processes 10,000 to 144,000 bottles per hour
− Powerful synchronous drive motor for gentle transport − Cost-effective cleaning professional thanks to the
of the bottles omission of complex automation
− Complete version built as a Clean Design − Tried-and-tested shaft drive
− Water zones in Clean Design
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Layout of a double-end bottle washer
1. Infeed
Double-finger infeed with overload
protection for highly efficient bottle
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infeed
2. Modular pretreatment
Efficient pre-washing and pre-heating
ensures a long service life for the caustic
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and minimises the use of resources 5
3. Modular caustic baths 1
Single or double loops for the caustic 4
baths with individual temperature stages
and optimised mechanical cleaning
through interior spray cleaning
5. Post-treatment
4. Pipe bundle heat exchanger Bottle rinsing system with fresh water uses state-
Heat distribution via low-maintenance of-the-art process engineering to minimise fresh
external pipe bundle heat exchanger water consumption
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Clean Design concept for the most stringent hygiene demands
To ensure that the bottle washer itself also sparkles with cleanliness, we use our revised Clean
Design concept to ensure that even the most stringent quality and hygiene demands are met.
Optimum access Simple and thorough cleaning Self-cleaning pump sieves Fine filtration
(only on Lavatec D4/D5) (only on Lavatec D4/D5)
− Reduced cleaning time − Bottom troughs mounted − Complete emptying of the − Low dirt load
− Thanks to the easy-to-open with an incline pumps − Protection against fibre
access points and the − No dead corners in the − Low personnel requirements carry-over into the
optional automatic lifting shape of the basin − Short cleaning time sensitive water zones
windows, personnel − Short drying times − Self-cleaning filter
demands for cleaning are − Zones can be cleaned quickly
low
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New walkway design
The revised walkway design impresses with:
− Extra-wide walkways in the maintenance areas for
generous access and working areas
− No handrails on the inside – thus enabling
unrestricted access to the wall of the machine and
to the spray pipes
− Access to the roof of the machine via a staircase
with handrail for safe and comfortable access to the
working area
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Development project: Servo infeed
With the new bottle infeed with servo drive technology the infeed
curve can be set individually for each container – and thus
generate maximum flexibility.
Benefits
− Noise reduction: Empty bottle tilting in front of infeed
− Torque monitoring: Curve specifically designed to suit the
bottle shape and weight
− User-friendliness: Easy fault reset through independent control
of finger shaft and bottle transfer guides
− Gentle bottle handling: Reduced pressure on the bottles
through controlled conveyors at the infeed
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Available types of bottle carriers
Standard bottle carrier Grid bottle carrier Lightweight bottle carrier
− Solid steel carrier with plastic insert − Reduced-weight version of the − Lightweight bottle carrier with plastic
standard carrier cells
− Lower drive loads − Lower drive loads
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Filtration options
Caustic management
− Caustic filtration:
Longer caustic lifetime
Continuous filtration
Automatic backflushing
Microparticle management
− Post-caustic filtration:
Continuous filtration
Automatic backflushing
− Microfiltration of cold water:
Continuous filtration
Automatic backflushing
− Nanofiltration of cold water:
Additional continuous filtration
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Reduced consumption data thanks to optional equipment packages
For fresh water savings
− Pressure regulating valve for limited fresh water throughput
− Fresh water cooling via glycol
− Use of innovative carrier systems
For thermal energy savings
− Complete insulation of the machine
− Use of regenerative heat exchangers
− Optimised pre-heating of the bottles in a pre-heating module
For electrical energy savings
− Strategic energy management
Alternative heating concepts
− Connection of the plant to a combined heat and power station
− Heating via a solar thermal energy system
− Use of heat pumps
− Direct gas heating
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Benefits to you
High microbiological level Compact technology even for low budgets
The post-treatment section is designed in accordance with our In terms of automation, the entire machine concept can be
Clean Design concept. The double-end design provides spatial matched to your individual requirements. Depending on your
separation between contaminated and clean bottle streams, needs, choose between a robust drive shaft system or frequency-
thus meeting the highest hygiene demands. controlled individual drives.
Cost-effective and efficient Operation made easy
Thanks to the automated filtration of contaminants, resources So that cleaning and maintenance can be performed as quickly as
are used sparingly. At the same time, the modular machine possible, all double-end bottle washers offer easy access to all
layout can be individually customised to the bottle and label components
quality.
Sparing use of resources
The KRONES bottle washer surprises with its frugal water and
energy budget. And it proves that you do not always need lots
of chemicals to achieve highest hygiene standards.
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Certified ecological efficiency:
machines with enviro label
At KRONES, the blue enviro label stands for excellent ecological efficiency. Products that bear the enviro label have
proven in an objective test procedure that they efficiently use energy and media, and that they produce in an
environmentally-friendly way. The requirements are defined by the EME standard that has been developed by the TÜV
SÜD (technical inspection authority) for assessing production plants. The enviro test procedure has also been certified by
TÜV SÜD as an independent expert. Therefore, you can be sure that an enviro label stands for ecological efficiency.
How does the enviro label apply to the Lavatec series?
Energy efficiency
− Low consumption of thermal energy thanks to the use of
insulation, regenerative heat exchangers and grid or
lightweight bottle carriers
− Frugal water consumption thanks to optimised water routing,
pressure regulation and fresh water cooling concepts
Environmental compatibility
− Minimised consumption of water and lubricants thanks to the
use of high-quality plastics
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Everything from a single source
Training sessions at the KRONES Academy – trained personnel KIC KRONES cleaning agents make your machine shine
increases your line efficiency Only if the production environment is immaculate, can your
The versatile training offer ranges from operation, servicing and product be brilliant. KIC KRONES provides you with the optimum
maintenance to management training. We will gladly also cleaning agents and disinfectants for each individual production
establish your individual training programme. step.
KRONES Lifecycle Service – partner for performance Lubricants from KIC KRONES for every production step
Also after having purchased a new machine, KRONES will take Whether for gears, chains or central lubrication systems – our
care of your line; the LCS experts are always ready to consult you greases and oils are true all-round talents. They can reach every
and translate your goals and wishes into optimal LCS solutions. lubrication point, protect your line and ensure gentle treatment for
your products thanks to their food-grade quality.
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