The VEGA II in-line automatic machine of the winemaking range is designed for the processing of products like champagne and sparkling wine obtained following the Traditional Method/Méthode Champenoise.

APPLICATION

Disgorging, ejection of the deposit and foam, dosing of the “liqueur d’expédition”, topping up. The machine processes glass bottles submitted to neck freezing.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Capacity: maximum output 1,200 b/h – Actual average production rate 1,000 b/h
• Type of bottle: glass – diameter from ø 70 to 115 mm and height from 240 to 375 mm – other sizes on request
• Air supply pressure: 6 bar
• Air consumption: 10 m3/h
• Main power supply: 230V 50Hz single-phase – other voltages to order
• Auxiliary circuit power supply: 24V 50Hz
• Weight of the machine: 600 Kg

DESCRIPTION

The VEGA II in-line automatic disgorging machine is designed for medium-sized bottling companies that need a production volume of 1,200 bottles/hour*. (*the actual production volume of this automatic machine strongly depends on the characteristics of the wine and the quantity of liqueur).

The machine is equipped with two valves for each process; each station processes two bottles at a time.

The VEGA II model is an effective solution for those who must complete the production of bottle-fermented drinks, such as sparkling wine, champagne, and cider after the riddling.

The machine consists of a base equipped with all necessary systems for the processing of the products following the traditional method:

AUTOMATIC BOTTLE INFEED AND OUTFEED SYSTEM: a mechanical arm takes the bottle with frozen neck from the conveyor belt and positions it into the machine, after the disgorgement a second arm puts the bottle in upright position on the conveyor belt at the discharge. The horizontal transfer of the bottles under the various stations is automatic and is obtained by means of special guides designed to avoid any shock

AUTOMATIC DISGORGING SYSTEM: pneumatic removal of the crown cap and the bidule (PVC-free virgin polyethylene stopper perfectly adhering to the neck of the bottle to ensure tightness) with the ejection of the deposit; device for the temporary closure of the bottle to avoid exceeding loss of wine.

OUTPOUR – EJECTION OF THE FOAM: ejection of the exceeding foam with loss of a small quantity of wine; adjustable emptying level of wine, transfer of the wine removed into the tank supplying the wine for the topping up

LIQUEUR DOSING SYSTEM: adjustable dosing of the injection into the bottle of the desired quantity of liqueur d’expédition (from 0 to 6cl); adjustable dosing speed; device ensuring the perfect dosage of the liqueur.

BOTTLE TOPPING UP obtained by introducing the necessary quantity of wine with the gravity filling system.

Automatic transfer of the bottles between stations.

Rapid format change thanks to few simple mechanical adjustments and the substitution of some accessories.

Setting and adjusting the working times through the standard operator panel.

All components of our machines are designed to be easily accessible and inspectable to facilitate their cleaning and maintenance thus ensuring a long life.
Like all OMBF machines, this model is entirely manufactured of stainless steel, food quality plastic materials, and steel alloys, in compliance with the regulations in force concerning the “Materials and Articles in contact with Food”, MOCA: EC 1935/2004 Regulation.

The machine conforms to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

OMBF, a mechanical engineering company operating in the oenological sector, has always focused on offering customized machinery. To do so we equip our standard machines with suitable accessories or even examine with the customer the feasibility of expressly designed machines able to meet the specific requirements of any production line of the beverage and wine sector.

The teams of OMBF technical and trade departments are available to offer the customer an effective solution.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

• 1 set of size parts for a single format of glass bottle. Other formats to order
• 1 operation and maintenance manual
• Safety guards in compliance with the EC Regulations.
• Box with set of wrenches for rapid intervention.
• Certification of conformity to the EC Regulations.

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 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

• Pressurized tank for liqueur (25 Litres)
• Tunnel for the rinsing of the bottle neck

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND MACHINE CONTROLS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PARAMETERS OF THE “INDUSTRY 4.0” PLAN

• Machine controlled through PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), simple and user-friendly main-machine interface with the possibility of remote control of the production through the company’s network.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

• Manufactured in compliance with the UL/CSA standards for the US and Canadian markets.