Alpha Brewing Operations 4 Head Filler, With Co2 Purge And Rinse Station Canning Line, 2018

Alpha Brewing Operations – BC36 Strike Package

System Type: Inline canning line (Strike Package)

Output Capacity: 36 cans per minute (rated, continuous throughput)
-Optimized for 12 oz standard cans; 16 oz compatibility possible (check change parts)

Line Configuration:
-Filler: 4-head Beer Cannon servo filler (expandable)
-Seamer: Servo-driven precision rocker cam seamer
-Lid Delivery: “Beer Cannon” lid pick & placement system w/ CO blanketing
-Labeler: Inline Pack Leader PL-501 labeler integrated at discharge
-Reject Station: Smart reject based on fill weight or lid absence
-Rinse Station: Burst rinse with air dry (post-seamer)

-Material Flow: Linear feed with sensor-triggered indexing

Automation:
-PLC-controlled via integrated HMI touchscreen
-Manual override and e-stop integrated
-Photo-eye and sensor logic used throughout line

Construction:
-304 Stainless Steel frame
-Lexan safety guards and splash panels
-Modular expansion-ready structure

Utility Requirements:
-Power: 208V 3-phase, 60Hz, ~12A
-Air: 6 SCFM @ 80 PSI
-CO: 2.5 SCFM @ 15 PSI
-Water: < 1 GPM

Howitzer Depalletizer + GR-X Can Rinser Elevator

Manufacturer: GR-X Manufacturing

Integration: Installed as a vertical twist rinse feeder to Alpha canner

Depalletizer Features:
-Automatic lift & sweep system
-Accepts 44×56" pallets (half/full height)
-Slip-sheet removal: pneumatic
-Speed: Up to 80 CPM (line rate match)
-Discharge Conveyor: 6" Rexnord mat-top

Rinser Elevator Features:
-Internal twist rinse chute with spray manifold
-S-curve drop design for clean entry to conveyor
-Safety enclosure with Lexan doors
-Independent HMI panel (GR-X branded)
-Stainless steel housing, vertical structure

Purpose: Feeds cans from pallet to canning line automatically while rinsing interiors pre-fill

Pack Leader PL-501 Labeler

Label Type: Pressure-sensitive wraparound

Speed:
-Dispensing: Up to 40m/min (131 ft/min)
-Conveyor: Up to 22m/min (72.2 ft/min)

Label Sizes Supported:
-Height: up to 152mm (6")
-Length: up to 300mm (11.8")

Container Support:
-Width: up to 101mm (4")
-Height: from 6.35mm (0.25") upward

Conveyor Width: 82.55mm (3.25")

Drive System: Stepper motor

Spool Diameter: 356mm (14"), 76mm (3") core

Construction:
-Frame: #304 stainless steel
-Components: Anodized aluminum

Controls: Delta color touchscreen interface

Power:
-110V, 1-phase, 60Hz
-Draw: 0.76 kW

Net Weight: Approx. 150 kg (330 lbs)