Krones Linatronic M Empty Bottle Inspector (2015)

Krones EBI (Leerflascheninspektion)

Overview

This Krones Linatronic M empty bottle inspector, manufactured in 2015, is designed for the reliable inspection of returnable glass bottles in beverage production lines.

The system combines multiple inspection technologies including camera-based vision systems, infrared sensors, and high-frequency detection, ensuring the identification of contamination, residual liquids, closure issues, and bottle defects. With a capacity of up to 15,000 bottles and more per hour, the machine is well suited for medium-capacity bottling lines.

The unit is equipped with a 3-fold Ecopush rejection system and supports a wide range of bottle types and glass colors, making it a flexible solution for breweries and beverage producers.

Technical data

- Manufacturer: Krones
- Model: Linatronic M
- Machine type: Empty bottle inspector
- Year of manufacture: 2015
- Capacity: up to approx. 15,000 bottles per hour and more 
- Rejection system: 3 × Ecopush (1 × infeed, 2 × discharge)
- Suitable for glass types: brown glass, green glass, flint (white glass)

Formats

- NRW bottle 0.5 l
- 0.33 l swing-top bottle (Steinie, green)
- Euro bottle 0.5 l
- 0.33 l water bottle (individual)
- 1.0 l water bottle (individual)

Equipment

- 3 × Ecopush rejection system (1 × infeed, 2 × discharge)
- Base inspection system
- Foil detection (base and sidewall)
- Sealing surface inspection (4 MP camera)
- Thread inspection
- Sidewall inspection with 4-camera system (infeed and discharge)
- High-frequency caustic detection
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- Infrared residual liquid detection
- Contour detection before infeed