Production role
large regional factories and established bottled water producers with high-volume demand
Capacity configuration
18000BPH Bottled Water Filling Line
A 18000BPH bottled water filling line is typically selected for large regional factories and established bottled water producers with high-volume demand. The configuration is customized according to bottle size, water type, label style and packing method.
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Treatment
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Blowing
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Air Conveyor
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Rinsing
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Filling
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Capping
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Labeling
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Packing
Project fit
Who This Capacity Is For
This capacity is usually discussed when buyers need line balance, robust conveying, automatic packing and reduced manual handling.
- PET bottled water production with a target output around 18000BPH.
- Projects that need automatic rinsing, filling and capping in one machine.
- Buyers comparing filling machine only versus complete line supply.
- Plants that can provide bottle size, cap type, label type and workshop layout for quotation.
Recommended Configuration
| Main filling machine | 40-40-12, 50-50-15 or similar 3-in-1 monoblock |
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| Water type | Purified water, mineral water or other non-carbonated bottled water |
| Bottle handling | Air conveyor for empty PET bottles and flat conveyor for filled bottles |
| Labeling | Sleeve, OPP or adhesive labeling according to packaging design |
| Packing | Shrink wrapping, carton packing or other market-specific packing option |
| Line layout | Requires detailed plant layout, equipment access zones and material logistics planning |
Typical Technical Parameters
| Target capacity | 18000BPH for suitable PET bottle size and stable utilities |
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| Bottle volume | Common 330ml to 2000ml PET bottles, confirmed by sample or drawing |
| Bottle neck | Customized according to neck finish and cap size |
| Filling method | Gravity or micro-negative pressure filling for still water |
| Control system | PLC and touch screen control, configured by project requirements |
| Power and air | Defined after confirming monoblock model, labeler type, packer and conveyor lengths. Utility design should include stable air pressure, water supply and cap handling requirements |
| Operators | Operator allocation depends on automation level for bottle feeding, packing and palletizing |
Process flow
Production Process Flow
Water Treatment
Bottle Blowing
Air Conveyor
Rinsing
Filling
Capping
Labeling
Coding
Packing
Cost Factors to Confirm
| Capacity and valve count | The filling machine model is selected around target BPH and bottle size. |
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| Bottle and cap samples | Bottle shape, neck finish and cap dimensions influence grippers, stars and guides. |
| Label and packing style | Sleeve, OPP, adhesive label, shrink pack and carton pack options change the quotation. |
| Water treatment scope | Purified, mineral or spring water projects may require different upstream equipment. |
| Layout and utilities | Conveyor length, drainage, power, compressed air and operator access should be checked against the plant. |
| Destination and shipping | Destination country affects packing, documentation, shipping plan and spare parts preparation. |
Bottle Size Compatibility
| Bottle material | PET bottles for still water |
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| Bottle volume | Normally 330ml, 500ml, 1L, 1.5L and 2L; final range depends on bottle shape |
| Cap type | Plastic screw cap, confirmed by cap sample or drawing |
| Change parts | Bottle stars, guides and grippers are selected according to bottle dimensions |
Options
Optional Equipment
Bottle blow molding system
Water treatment system
Cap elevator and cap sterilizing option
Sleeve labeler, OPP labeler or adhesive labeler
Inkjet or laser date coder
Shrink wrapping machine
Carton packing machine
Bottle inspection and reject station
Conveyor buffer and accumulation table
Palletizing support equipment
Typical Use Case
An 18000BPH line is for established producers that need high output and want to reduce manual handling across labeling, packing and material flow.
Procurement focus
line balance, robust conveying, automatic packing and reduced manual handling
Machine Only vs Complete Line for This Capacity
Ask suppliers to separate the core rinsing filling capping machine from conveyors, treatment, labeling, coding and packing equipment so quotations can be compared clearly.
Scope Decision
| Machine only | Best when the plant already has compatible conveyors, water treatment, labeling or packing equipment. |
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| Complete line | Recommended when this is a new bottled water project or when line balance and layout need to be engineered together. |
| RFQ note | Send bottle size, cap, label type, packing method and workshop dimensions before requesting the final quotation. |
Labeling and Packing Options
Automatic sleeve or OPP labeling and robust packing automation are usually discussed because manual discharge can become a bottleneck.
- Sleeve label, OPP hot melt label or self-adhesive label according to bottle and market design.
- Inkjet or laser coding for date, batch or traceability information.
- Shrink wrapping, carton packing or manual packing interface according to labor and distribution plan.
Utility and Layout Considerations
The line should be planned with detailed plant drawings, material routes, operator zones and utility points before quotation is finalized.
- Confirm workshop length, width, height, columns and finished goods direction.
- Check water supply, drainage, compressed air and electrical load before installation.
- Reserve operator access and maintenance space around the monoblock, labeler and packer.
Common Mistakes When Choosing This Capacity
Avoid these procurement mistakes before confirming the final bottled water filling line configuration.
- Underestimating finished pack movement after the packing machine.
- Using a layout that leaves poor access for operators and maintenance.
- Selecting high filling speed without matching cap, label and packing material supply.
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FAQ
Bottled Water Filling Line FAQ
Is the 18000BPH line a fixed standard model?
No. The capacity is a target output. The exact rinsing, filling and capping model is selected after confirming bottle size, cap, water type and required packaging.
Can the 18000BPH bottled water filling line be supplied as a complete line?
Yes. It can be quoted as a filling machine only or as a complete line including treatment, conveyors, labeling, coding and packing equipment.
What should I send to receive a quotation for this capacity?
Please send bottle size, target capacity, water type, cap type, label style, packing method, country and workshop layout if available.
Request a Bottled Water Filling Line Configuration
Send your bottle size, target capacity and country. We will prepare a bottled water filling line configuration and quotation.