OverviewAutomatic capping machine for Guala caps (AXTRA series), engineered for precise and repeatable closure application on glass bottles in premium bottling lines. The system delivers controlled cap feeding, accurate positioning and stable bottle handling to ensure consistent sealing quality in automated beverage and spirits production.
Key components and features- Cap feeding and sorting unit with inclined cap elevator to supply Guala closures continuously
- Guarded capping chamber for safe, contained operation
- Touchscreen HMI for process configuration and monitoring
- Capping heads applying controlled torque for accurate, repeatable closure application
- Rotary transfer / star‑wheel turret for stable bottle guidance through the capping station
- Rotary screw capping option available for specific cap formats
- Adjustable settings for production speed, torque and positioning to match closure and bottle requirements
Integration & configurationEach machine is configurable by bottle format, Guala cap specification, production speed and line layout. The AXTRA capping unit integrates with upstream and downstream equipment such as filling machines, capsuling systems, labellers and packaging equipment to ensure smooth line operation and premium packaging results.
Applications- Guala‑style metal closures for wine, spirits and premium beverages
- Glass bottle capping on automated bottling lines
- Premium packaging lines requiring precise closure placement and torque control
Images & visual detailsProduct images typically show front and rear views highlighting the inclined cap elevator, guarded capping chamber, touchscreen HMI, close‑ups of capping heads (torque application) and the rotary star‑wheel transfer mechanism used for stable bottle handling.
Technical specifications- Product type: Automatic capping machine for Guala caps (AXTRA)
- Suitable container: Glass bottles (configurable by format)
- Closure type: Guala caps / Guala‑style metal closures
- Feeding system: Cap sorting unit with inclined cap elevator
- Capping system: Rotary capping turret with multiple capping heads (controlled torque)
- Transfer: Rotary star‑wheel transfer for stable bottle guidance
- Control: Touchscreen HMI for parameter setting and monitoring
- Safety: Guarded capping chamber
- Integration: Designed to integrate with filling, capsuling, labelling and packaging lines
- Configurability: Adjustable for production speed, cap specification and line layout