{"id":72761,"date":"2025-11-20T07:48:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T06:48:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bbmpackaging.com\/?p=72761"},"modified":"2025-12-10T16:37:32","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T15:37:32","slug":"complete-guide-to-capping-machines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bbmpackaging.com\/en\/complete-guide-to-capping-machines\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete guide to capping machines"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are looking for a screw capping machine or other automatic bottle capping machines<\/strong>, you\u2019re in the right place. In this article, we will explain what a capping machine is, its purpose, the different types, and the industries in which it is used<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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What a capping machine is and what it\u2019s used For<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The capping machine<\/strong> is an essential machine in bottling lines. Specifically, it is used to hermetically seal bottles or containers with various types of caps: screw caps, crown caps, plastic, or cork.<\/p>\n

Its main function is to ensure a secure, hygienic, and durable closure<\/strong> that protects the contents from contamination and maintains quality over time.<\/p>\n

Moreover, in modern packaging lines, automatic bottle capping machines<\/strong> enable continuous, precise, and high-speed production cycles. This significantly reduces manual intervention and ensures consistent quality standards.<\/p>\n

Main types of capping machines<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Screw capping machine: features and applications<\/h3>\n

    Ideal for glass bottles with threaded closures, this machine applies and tightens the cap with precision, ensuring a hermetic seal and repeatability. It is therefore widely used in the beverage and food sectors.<\/li>\n

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    Plastic pre-threaded FLAT cap capping machine<\/h3>\n

    Designed for plastic caps on PET and glass bottles, including the classic Tethered cap (common in Europe). Consequently, it is ideal for the food sector.<\/li>\n

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    Crown cap capping machine<\/h3>\n

    Mainly used for beer or carbonated drinks bottles, this machine applies a metal cap (steel or aluminum) that deforms around the neck, ensuring a stable and secure closure. It is perfect for both artisanal and industrial producers.<\/li>\n

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    Wine and cork capping machine<\/h3>\n

    Specific for cork or synthetic caps, it preserves the integrity of the cap and the quality of the wine. Precision is crucial here, as it directly affects taste and product preservation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n