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KHS is presenting new machine and packaging solutions at this year's drinktec. Among other things, the company is presenting the SmartCan filler-capper block, which was developed jointly with Ferrum. 

The centrepiece of the performance is the Ferrum designed filler-capper block SmartCan by KHS/Ferrum, the demonstrates added value in the areas of hygiene, flexibility and ease of use. With its new Loop LITE PET bottle concept, KHS is making a further contribution to the optimisation of Environmental footprint of beverage packaging and promotion of closed material cycles. The company will also be presenting a modular automation concept for PET lines and its range of services - which includes both on-site solutions and digital offerings.

The beverage and liquid food industry is facing Challenges and upheavals"Our work is characterised by global political tensions, an increasingly digitalised world and the pursuit of greater environmental and climate protection," says Dr Johannes T. GrobeManaging Director Sales and Service of the KHS Group. "Flexibility and adaptability are the required competences of today and even more so of tomorrow." The company supports its customers on this path with reliable and future-orientated solutions. 

For a higher The new SmartCan filler-capper block ensures line efficiency and process reliability. by KHS/Ferrum. Customers benefit from a space-saving and flexible solution that can be combined with their optimised hygiene concept sets new standards and knows how to impress thanks to its simple operation. At the same time, the joint development scores with simple and fast format changeovers when filling different products.

Focus on sustainability

"Consumers and beverage producers are actively demanding sustainable packaging that conserves resources and is as climate-friendly as possible. KHS is aware of this responsibility and supports customers with targeted advice, development and implementation of recyclable solutions."

Dr Johannes Grobe

With its new Loop LITE packaging concept, the company presents a Lightweight 0.5-litre PET bottle made from 100 per cent recycled material. Thanks to its specially developed design, the environmentally friendly packaging for highly carbonated beverages makes it possible to Material reduction of up to 25 per cent compared to conventional CSD bottles on the market and can be fed into the closed recycling loop. It also offers long-lasting product protection thanks to a thin inner glass coating. The Nature MultiPack system ensures optimum carrying comfort.

"Due to the contact and travel restrictions, the hurdles for personal support were higher than before. Our intelligent remote diagnostics and remote maintenance services ReDiS and Augmented Reality as well as the web-based Basic Line Monitoring proved to be invaluable."

Dr Johannes Grobe

The coronavirus pandemic has impressively demonstrated how important digital services are for the maintenance of production systems. The importance of these solutions will continue to grow in the future. At drinktec, the company is already presenting its developments and presents its expertise in the field of 3D system planning. This makes it possible to visualise how the potential line or individual machine will integrate into the conditions on site during the quotation phase, taking into account all dimensions and technical restrictions in the hall.

Source: KHS

KHS at the drinktec: Hall B4

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