Complete Used Oil Tinplate Can Production Line (4-20L) – Overview This pre-owned industrial packaging line is a complete tinplate can production system designed for 4-20L oil containers. Configured for body production, end production, compound coating, curing, double seaming, and handle welding, it offers a proven path to increasing edible oil container production. The line is stocked by renowned OEMs such as Soudronic, BIBRA, YAGUCHI, Cevolani, WR GRACE, and RKHD, making it a solid choice for companies seeking a complement to their used bottling line or an integrated container production solution for their food and beverage packaging operations. Year of manufacture: 1976 (body section built 1981) Technical specifications and performance data Container range and materials Format range: 4 L to 20 L tin-plated steel cans for edible oil and related viscous products Body styles: Compatible with large format metal cans; bottom and lid closed by double stitching Closure preparation: Press station for punching the pouring/spout opening compatible with Bericap type closures Process flow and equipment included Sheet metal preparation: Sheet metal shears (Cevolani, Italy) and angle shears GW-3 (Germany) Body construction: Automatic Soudronic body welding machine for longitudinal welding Body sizing: BIBRA expander (Germany) for dimensional stabilization of can bodies End shaping: Machine for crimping/flanging the shell ends End production: RKHD 40 presses (2 pcs) for lid production Closure hole press: Dedicated press for Bericap type pouring hole Compound coating: Sealing compound application machine WR GRACE (Belgium) + semi-automatic compound liner (Turkey, new) Curing: Tunnel drying oven for curing and Compound adhesion Seaming: YAGUCHI (Japan) double seamer for bottom and lid application Handle application: Semi-automatic sealer Typical output parameters Nominal productivity depends on can size, seamer equipment, seal speed and oven dwell time Detailed performance tests and format-specific estimates can be provided upon request Supported products Edible oils (sunflower, olive, seed oils), edible fats Also suitable for non-food industrial liquids subject to compliance and appropriate compound selection Advanced automation and control systems Machine-level controls by OEM (equipment operates with individual control panels; PLC-based control, if supplied by manufacturer) Independent stations allow for gradual commissioning and line balancing Provision for integration of line interlocks, jam detection and status signals into a central HMI/SCADA, if desired Process-critical stations (sealer, double seamer, compound coating, oven) prepared for control Sequential quality Production line integration capability Upstream: Compatible with sheet feeding, coating/printing lines, and final stock preparation Downstream: Integrates with oil filling/capping, labeling, case packing, and palletizing for a complete ecosystem of used bottling lines Interfaces: Dry contacts or fieldbus-ready expansion (to be designed during installation) for start/stop, fault, and safety loops Suitable for industrial packaging operations in food and beverage container manufacturing Machine condition and maintenance history Year of construction: 1976 (body section built 1981) Condition: In storage, decommissioned, and prepared for transport Documentation: Original operation manuals are available upon request; OEM references and general operating procedures can typically be obtained from manufacturers or industry channels. Recommended pre-startup service: Inspection of welding wheels/electrodes, expander mechanics, crimping tooling and mandrels/rollers, pump and compound applicators, oven conveyor/drive, and pneumatic circuits Spare parts/equipment: Availability to be confirmed during technical audit Operational performance and versatility Format flexibility: Sizes from 4 to 20 L supported via appropriate spare parts and tooling adjustment Quality results: Longitudinal seam welding, precise compound application and curing, and reliable double seams on the bottom and lid Ready for closure: Integrated punching station produces lids ready for assembly of the Bericap-type dispensing spout Scope of application: Edible oils as primary target; Also applicable to lubricants, chemicals, and specialty fluids subject to regulatory compliance Installation and Site Preparation Requirements Power: Three-phase industrial electrical supply sized for the entire connected load of welding machine, presses, furnace, and auxiliaries Compressed Air: Stable, dry air for pneumatic actuators and control valves Thermal Utilities: The curing furnace requires an adequate power source and exhaust/ventilation provisions Ventilation and Emissions: Extraction for compound lining and furnace areas in accordance with local regulations Flooring and Layout: Level industrial floor with adequate clearance for sheet handling, body transport, and service access Integration: Space allocation for conveyors, guarding, quality control stations (seam stripping, leak testing) as needed Safety Standards and Compliance Certification Safety Equipment: Guarding and emergency stops should be reviewed; Additional perimeter guarding, interlocks, and safety PLCs may be required for full compliance. Compliance: Buyer must perform a full risk assessment and bring the line into compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., Machinery Directive/EC or local equivalents). Process safety: Ensure proper ventilation and handling of sealing compounds (water or solvent based), oven thermal protection, and lockout/tagout procedures. Food contact considerations: Select approved compound and implement hygiene and traceability procedures for edible oil packaging. Component summary for quick reference. Soudronic automatic body welding machine. BIBRA expander (Germany). Shell end crimping/flanging machine. YAGUCHI double bottom and lid seamer (Japan). End production presses: RKHD 40 (2 pcs). Bericap type closing hole punching press. Sheet metal shears: Cevolani (Italy). Angle shears: GW-3. (Germany) Application of sealing compound: WR GRACE (Belgium) + semi-automatic unit (Türkiye, new) Tunnel drying oven Semi-automatic handle welding machine