Cappers and Capping Systems
Fogg cappers feature quick change capping chucks that add versatility in changing cap size and container. Snap caps, snap-screw and screw caps can be run on the same machine.
Standard Capper
Fogg Standard Capper offers cost-effective performance in applications where neck support or chuck-to-bottle sequence is not required.
- Quick changeover for increased versatility and less down time
- Up to 20 containers per capping head minute
- 24mm to 48mm, sport and flat caps
700 Series Capper
The Fogg 700 Series features a neck support system to prevent bottle paneling, even in lightweight PET bottles. This chuck-to-bottle method lowers the capping chuck to meet the bottles, keeping the bottles on plane throughout the capping process.
- Captured box cam provides positive motion for capping chucks
- Quick changeover for increased versatility and less down time
- Up to 30 containers per capping head minute
- 24mm to 48mm, sport and flat caps
- Available in stand-alone or monobloc configurations
- Optional magnetic capping heads experience virtually no wear
- PET, HDPE or glass bottles on some station
- VFD-controlled independent spindle drive
- Tool-less changeover
- Larger diameter turret maximizes time to cap containers and improves efficiency
Pick-N-Place Capping System
The Fogg Pick-N-Place (Cap in Head) delivers optimum performance across a wide range of cap and bottle styles. Bottles are kept on plane, with neck support, while the cap is delivered in the capping chuck.
- Captured box cam provides positive capping head control
- Screw, snap and snap-screw caps on the same machine
- Quick change capping chucks for less down time
- Up to 35 containers per capping head minute
- 24mm to 89mm, sport and flat caps
- Very low maintenance capping spindles
- Eliminates bottle paneling
- Reduces downtime
- Tool-less change parts
- Tangential infeed
Foil Heat Sealing
Integrated with new or existing machines
- Top loading spring accommodates varying bottle heights and assures accurate seal
- Special P.I.D. monitors head temperatures
- Special retracting cams to prevent melting
- Optional Syncroprint foil indexing ensures proper alignment of printing
- Larger diameter turret maximizes time to cap containers and improves efficiency
Cap Sorters
Fogg cap sorters provide the capacity to sort flat, snap and sport caps in sizes ranging from 24mm to 43mm. Fogg cap sorters, bulk hoppers, elevators and pre-feeders offer bottlers variety and flexibility.
VSE-18 Cap Sorter
Vertical sorter elevator sorts flat and sports caps, 28mm to 43mm
- Speeds up to 600 caps per minute
- Variable speed ``no jam`` conveyor
- Tool-less changeover with new innovative cleats
- 304 stainless steel construction
- No need for cap elevator
- High speed cap sorter
- Seamless cap hopper with variable speed pre-feeder
- Easy clean out of caps - no ``lips`` or edges
- All surfaces pitched for water runoff
- PLC controller for enhanced operator interface
D-18 Cap Sorter
Sorts flat caps, 28mm to 43mm
- Speeds from 20 caps per minute to 200 caps per minute
- Steam chute optional
- Adjustable stand
- Rotary sorter- electronically driven, uses no air or vibration
- Ideal for 28 mm and 43 mm flat top caps at speeds of up to 200 caps per minute
E-24 Cap Sorter
Sorts flat caps, 28mm to 43mm
- Speeds from 20 caps per minute to 400 caps per minute
- Hopper with lid holds 2,000 caps
- Steam chute optional
- Adjustable stand
- Rotary sorter-electronically driven, uses no air or vibration
- Large capacity hopper Easi-dump cap hopper for quicker cap change over
Rinsers
The FRR Series is designed to operate as a stand-alone container rinsing system or integrated with Fogg filling systems for tribloc, inline rinsing and filling production. Engineered from stainless steel and polyamide, the FRR Series features an exceptionally dependable, quiet drive train. Photocell sensors are located along the conveyor for critical indexing of clamps, carousel and rotating washer nozzle. All movement stops, including rinsing fluid, in the event of an interruption.
The Fogg FRR Series is available with semi-automatic controls or fully automatic operation with PLC touch screen. Changeover is easy thanks to two-piece star wheels and easily accessible, tool-free components. A specially designed movable nozzle is offered as an option for optimum washing by penetrating further inside the container. It is programmed for single rinse, double rinse or ionized air.
Available in capacities of 1,000 to 36,000 bottles per hour, the FRR Series incorporates a fully adjustable electrical lifting system that accommodates container neck dimensions up to 38mm with bottle heights to 345 mm.
“Fogg also offers a Semi-Automatic Clean-In-Place System with trough.
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One direction flow through the valves
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CIP controlled through operator touch screen
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One-way CIP trough positioned automatically
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One 4” tri-clamp returns from trough
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Spray nozzles for exterior cleaning of valve assembly
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Turbo disc mounted in lid of filler (metered valves, or neck support, along with PLC needed for this option)
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System capable of temperature management through operator touch screen.”
In-Stock Equipment
From time to time, Fogg has used filling and capping systems available for sale. This equipment has been refurbished and is available as-is or with a limited warranty. Your Fogg representative will be happy to answer your specific question on all available equipment.
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