Used Tetra Pak A1 â Tetra Classic Aseptic (TCA) Filler, 16,400
pph – Overview This pre-owned aseptic form-fill-seal carton
filler is a Tetra Pak A1 â Tetra Classic Aseptic (TCA),
engineered for high-speed small-format beverage production. Designed
to form, fill, and seal tetrahedral cartons directly from roll-fed
packaging material, it delivers reliable performance for UHT products
and shelf-stable beverages. As a second hand industrial packaging
asset currently in production, it is an excellent choice for upgrading
a used bottling line with proven aseptic capability. Technical
Specifications & Performance Data Manufacturer / Model: Tetra Pak A1
â Tetra Classic Aseptic (TCA) Technology: Aseptic form-fill-seal
carton filler (laminate roll-fed); non-isobaric application Year of
manufacture: 2006 Operating speed: 16,400 packs per hour (pph) Package
style: Tetra Classic Aseptic (tetrahedral cartons) Fill volume range:
65â100 ml Installed accessory: 65 ml conversion kit Recorded run
hours: 42,053 (Line A) Current status: In production; excellent
running condition Typical products: UHT milk, flavored dairy, juices,
nectar-based drinks, and other aseptic-ready liquid foods suited to
carton packaging Advanced Automation & Control Systems Precision Web
Handling & Registration Roll-fed laminate forming with print-mark
registration for accurate cutting and sealing Consistent pack geometry
for stable downstream handling and case packing PLC-Based Operation &
HMI Centralized PLC control with operator HMI for recipes, alarms, and
line diagnostics Automated routines supporting production start-up,
format change, and cleaning sequences Aseptic Process Features
Packaging material sterilization and controlled aseptic filling
environment per A1 TCA design Integration readiness for CIP/SIP at the
product interface; sterile air management and filtration consistent
with aseptic practice Production Line Integration Capabilities
Upstream Connectivity Compatible with UHT/ESL processing systems,
balance tanks, product deaeration, and inline quality monitoring
Product feed interfaces designed for hygienic connections and
controlled flow Downstream & End-of-Line Interfaces for carton
conveyors, checkweighers, date coding/inkjet printing, case packing,
and palletizing Suitable for integration within a used bottling line
or mixed-format beverage production layout Controls & Data Standard
I/O for line interlocks and efficiency tracking; supports line
start/stop coordination Data points available for OEE and quality
reporting via the machine HMI/PLC (per OEM configuration) Machine
Condition & Maintenance History Currently running in production with
42,053 recorded operating hours Described as in excellent condition
with stable output at rated speed Clean, maintained second hand filler
suitable for rapid redeployment in industrial packaging environments
Operational Performance & Versatility High-speed small-volume
capability: 16,400 pph across 65â100 ml formats 65 ml conversion
kit included to optimize changeovers for on-the-go pack sizes Designed
for continuous, hygienic operation with minimal waste and reliable
sealing integrity Ideal for value-added SKUs in dairy, juice, and
functional beverage production U6354234 Installation Requirements &
Site Preparation Environment: Aseptic filling area with controlled
temperature, humidity, and air quality per OEM recommendations
Utilities: Three-phase power, oil-free compressed air, sterile air,
vacuum (as required), process steam for SIP/sterilization, chilled
water/cooling, and CIP connections Process: Hygienic product inlet
from UHT system/balance tank with sanitary piping and valves Packaging
supply: Roll-fed laminate storage/handling and print-mark alignment
provisions Layout: Sufficient footprint, maintenance clearance,
service access, and ergonomic operator stations Compliance: Install
per Tetra Pak guidelines and applicable local regulations Safety
Standards & Compliance Certification Machine guarding with interlocked
doors and emergency stop circuitry Lockout/Tagout provisions and
safety labeling consistent with industrial machinery practice
Food-contact and hygienic design principles appropriate for aseptic
operations Final compliance to applicable standards and directives
depends on destination country and buyerâs integration;
verification during FAT/SAT is recommended This Tetra Pak A1 â
Tetra Classic Aseptic filler is a robust, pre-owned solution for
manufacturers seeking dependable aseptic capacity in a used bottling
line or expanding industrial packaging operations, combining speed,
format flexibility, and proven Tetra Pak engineering.