Technical Specifications and Performance Data This R&G single-station capper, Model Z 12, is designed for high-speed capping in professional wine bottling environments. It combines PVC heat-shrink capping and sparkling wine cap folding/smoothing in an interchangeable tower configuration, offering reliable performance for industrial packaging and beverage production. Production speed: up to 16,000 bph with PVC heat-shrink caps; Up to 12,000 bph for smoothing champagne/sparkling wine capsules Application Technologies: PVC heat-shrink capsules and champagne capsule bending/smoothing Number of Heads: 12 interchangeable heat-shrink heads with 12 pneumo-mechanical bending/smoothing heads Feed Rotation/Direction: Left to right, clockwise Capsule Magazine Capacity: Approximately 10,000 pieces Bottle Handling: Designed for glass bottles and standard wine bottling formats Year of Manufacture: 2014 Machine Type: Single-Station Capsule Machine Model Code: Z 12 Advanced Automation and Control Systems The Z 12 integrates recipe-driven automation to simplify changeovers and ensure repeatable quality. Automated movements and intelligent sensors support consistent capsule application while reducing operator intervention. Automatic machine height adjustment via recipe Universal infeed auger with automatic adjustment from stored recipes Capsule and wirehood detector for capsule-free conditions Capsule presence detector with automatic machine stop Interchangeable turret equipment for quick changeover between PVC shrink wrapping and sparkling wine capsule smoothing operations Production line integration capability Designed to seamlessly integrate into a used bottling line or as a stand-alone station, this capper supports efficient material flow and quick adaptability to upstream and downstream equipment in beverage production. Universal infeed and discharge star wheels for smooth transfer Compatible with standard wine glass bottle geometries Ideal for integration with cappers, wirehooders, labelers, and conveyors Recipe-based adjustments reduce changeover times Status and maintenance history This pre-owned capper is supplied in operating condition and is suitable for immediate integration after standard commissioning. Its automatic recipe-based controls and robust turret design support consistent performance in continuous operation. Operational Performance and Versatility The Z 12 is designed for wineries and beverage producers looking for a reliable capper with limited downtime. The dual-function turret allows you to switch between heat-shrinking PVC capsules and folding/smoothing sparkling wine capsules without compromising speed or consistency. Intelligent detection systems safeguard product quality by verifying the presence of the capsule and automatically stopping the machine when necessary. High-speed application of heat-shrinking PVC capsules for still wine Pneumatic-mechanical folding/smoothing of sparkling wine capsules Large capsule magazine for extended run times (≈10,000 pieces) Consistent results on a wide range of glass wine bottles Installation and Site Preparation Requirements The machine is intended for installation on a level production floor within a bottling environment. Pneumatic power is required for the pneumo-mechanical heads, and electrical utilities should match the plant's standard services. Electrical utilities according to the standard infrastructure of the bottling line. Compressed air supply required for pneumo-mechanical functions. Accessible layout for infeed and discharge conveyors and format changeover operations. Safety standards and compliance certifications. Operator safety and product integrity are ensured by integrated detection and shutdown systems. The design emphasizes protected operations and controlled interventions during format changeovers. Capsule presence detection with automatic shutdown. Capsule and cage detection to prevent incorrect application. Recipe-controlled adjustments to reduce manual handling. Designed for hygienic handling of glass wine bottles. This Z 12 capper is an attractive choice for wineries and beverage plants expanding or upgrading a used bottling line. It offers reliable production, flexible operation between PVC and sparkling wine capsules, and automation features that simplify industrial packaging workflows.