A complete bottled water production line in Guyana was designed for a project requiring flexible production of both small and large bottled water products. The project combines a 10 TPH RO water treatment system, a 4,000 BPH bottled water production line for approximately 400–600 ml bottles, and a separate large bottle water production line for 5L, 10L and 15L bottles.
The complete solution covers water treatment, PET bottle blowing, rinsing, filling, capping, labeling, coding and conveying. The two filling systems are designed for separate production and are not intended to operate simultaneously.
Project Overview
The project is designed to provide a flexible bottled water factory solution for different product sizes and market requirements.
| Project Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Project Location | Guyana |
| Water Treatment Capacity | 10 TPH |
| Small Bottle Production Capacity | 4,000 BPH |
| Small Bottle Size | Approximately 400–600 ml |
| Large Bottle Sizes | 5L, 10L and 15L |
| Large Bottle Filling Capacity | 500 bottles/hour* |
| Production Mode | Separate production systems |
| Water Treatment Type | RO-based purification |
*The original equipment specification lists a production capacity of 500 bottles/hour for the large-bottle filling machine. The original project description also refers to “500 barrels/hour.” The final production capacity should therefore be confirmed according to the customer’s final bottle specifications and production plan.
This configuration allows the project to produce both small retail bottled water and larger-volume disposable bottled water using dedicated filling systems.
10 TPH RO Water Treatment System
The water treatment section is a key part of the bottled water production line. It is designed with a capacity of 10 tons per hour and supplies purified water to the filling systems.
The 10 TPH RO water treatment system includes raw water storage, pre-treatment, reverse osmosis purification, purified water storage, ozone mixing and constant-pressure water supply.
Main Water Treatment Equipment
| Equipment | Specification | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| Raw Water Tank | 10,000L, SUS304 | 1 |
| Raw Water Pump | 20 m³/h, 34m head, 4 kW | 1 |
| Quartz Sand Filter | Ø1800 × 2800 mm | 1 |
| Activated Carbon Filter | Ø1800 × 2800 mm | 1 |
| Antiscalant System | 200L tank with dosing pump | 1 |
| RO System | 10 TPH, 25 × 8040 RO membranes | 1 |
| Pure Water Tank | 10,000L, SUS304 | 1 |
| Online Ozone Mixing System | 10 TPH | 1 |
| Constant-Pressure Water Supply | 16 TPH | 1 |
The RO system uses SUS304 stainless steel construction and includes an automatic flushing system, flow meters, security filtration and online water quality monitoring.
The system is equipped with 25 pieces of 8040 RO membranes and has a stated production capacity of 10 TPH.
The purified water is stored in a 10,000L SUS304 stainless steel pure water tank before being supplied to the bottled water filling systems.
An online ozone mixing system is also included for water disinfection. The system includes an oxygen source, oxygen generator and ozone mixing tank.
4,000 BPH Bottled Water Production Line
The small bottle section is configured as a 4,000 BPH bottled water production line, designed for approximately 400–600 ml bottles.
The final bottle volume is to be confirmed according to the customer’s bottle design and production requirements.
The line covers:
- PET bottle blowing
- Bottle conveying
- Bottle rinsing
- Water filling
- Bottle capping
- Bottle drying
- Labeling
- Date coding
- Carton sealing
Automatic PET Bottle Blowing System
The small bottle production line uses a one-out-four automatic bottle blowing machine with an automatic preform handling system.
The bottle blowing section includes:
- Automatic PET bottle blowing machine
- Automatic preform unscrambler
- Bottle molds
- High-pressure air compressor system
- Air storage tank
- Cold dryer and filters
- High-pressure filters
- 5 HP water chiller
The high-pressure air system is specified at 3.5 MPa / 6 m³.
A pressure-reducing valve can also be used to provide lower-pressure compressed air for other equipment in the production line.
The automatic blowing system converts PET preforms into finished bottles before they are transferred to the filling section through the air conveying system.
4,000 BPH Bottled Water Filling Machine
The filling section uses a 12-12-5 three-in-one bottled water filling machine.
The machine integrates three main processes:
- Bottle rinsing
- Water filling
- Bottle capping
The equipment includes:
- 12 rinsing stations
- 12 filling valves
- 5 capping heads
- Cap feeding system
- Light inspection
The stated production capacity is approximately 4,000 bottles per hour for 500 ml bottles.
The downstream packaging section includes an air conveyor, bottle air-drying machine, sleeve labeling machine, shrink tunnel, steam generator, laser coding system and semi-automatic carton sealing machine.
Main Downstream Equipment
| Equipment | Specification |
|---|---|
| Air Conveyor | Matched with filling machine |
| Bottle Air-Drying Machine | Spider-hand type |
| Sleeve Labeling Machine | ZYL-100 |
| Shrink Tunnel | 2,000 mm |
| Steam Generator | 24 kW |
| Coding Machine | Laser |
| Carton Sealer | Semi-automatic |
The labeling machine uses SUS304 stainless steel construction, servo motor control and PLC-based automation.
5L, 10L and 15L Large Bottle Water Production Line
In addition to the small bottle system, the project includes a separate large bottle water production line for disposable water bottles.
The planned bottle sizes are:
- 5L
- 10L
- 15L
Three sets of molds are provided for these bottle sizes. The bottle neck diameter is designed to remain consistent across the three formats.
This configuration allows the operator to change bottle sizes according to market requirements while using the same general production system.
Semi-Automatic Large Bottle Blow Molding System
The large bottle section uses an SSL-1 semi-automatic blow molding machine.
The system includes:
- Semi-automatic blow molding machine
- Heating oven
- Three aluminum molds
- 3 MPa / 2 m³ air compressor
- 3 HP water chiller
The three molds are designed for:
- 15L bottles
- 10L bottles
- 5L bottles
The bottle neck diameter is designed to be consistent among the three bottle formats.
5L 10L 15L Water Filling Machine
The large bottle filling section is designed for 5L, 10L and 15L disposable water bottles.
The equipment specification includes PLC control, a human-machine interface, SUS304 stainless steel construction and a cap elevator system.
The project specification lists a capacity of approximately 500 bottles per hour. The actual output can vary according to the selected bottle size and final production configuration.
The filling and packaging section includes:
- Large bottle filling machine
- Cap lifting system
- Bottle air-drying machine
- Single-label adhesive labeling machine
- Inkjet coding machine
- Large bottle conveyor
- Adjustable drive system
The labeling area of the bottle should be smooth and suitable for self-adhesive labels.
Flexible Production for Multiple Bottle Sizes
One of the important characteristics of this bottled water factory project is its ability to produce several bottle formats.
The small bottle line focuses on approximately 400–600 ml bottled water, while the large bottle system supports:
- 5L bottled water
- 10L bottled water
- 15L bottled water
This gives the producer the flexibility to serve different market segments with small retail bottles and larger-volume water products.
The water treatment system is shared between the production applications, while the two filling lines are designed for separate production rather than simultaneous operation.
Engineering Installation and Supporting Systems
A complete bottled water production line requires more than the main filling machines. The project also includes engineering installation and supporting systems.
The scope includes:
- SUS304 stainless steel process pipelines
- Water pipelines
- Pipe fittings
- Electrical cables and wires
- Stainless steel cable trays
- Control cabinets
- Conveyor systems
- Drive systems
- Equipment transportation
- Installation and commissioning
The process piping covers the material and water pipelines required for the production system.
The electrical system is designed according to the actual site conditions. According to the original project specification, the customer is responsible for connecting the main power supply to the supplier’s control cabinet.
Main Equipment Configuration
The complete bottled water production line in Guyana can be divided into six main sections.
Water Treatment
The 10 TPH RO water treatment system provides purified water for the bottling operation. It includes pre-treatment, reverse osmosis, purified water storage, ozone mixing and constant-pressure water supply.
Small Bottle Blow Molding
The automatic blow molding system produces PET bottles for the approximately 400–600 ml small bottled water line.
Small Bottle Filling
The 12-12-5 three-in-one bottled water filling machine integrates bottle rinsing, water filling and capping, with a stated capacity of approximately 4,000 BPH for 500 ml bottles.
Large Bottle Blow Molding
The semi-automatic blow molding system produces 5L, 10L and 15L disposable bottles using three different molds.
Large Bottle Filling
The large bottle filling system supports the three planned bottle sizes and includes filling, capping, labeling, coding and conveying equipment.
Installation and Auxiliary Equipment
Supporting systems include stainless steel piping, electrical installation, conveyors, control cabinets, transportation, installation and commissioning.
Why This Bottled Water Production Line Is Flexible
The combination of a shared water treatment system and separate bottling systems provides flexibility for different bottled water products.
The project can support:
- Small retail bottled water
- 400–600 ml bottled water
- 5L household water
- 10L large bottles
- 15L large bottles
The use of multiple bottle molds allows the producer to change between different large bottle sizes according to market demand.
This approach can be useful for a bottled water factory that wants to supply different package sizes while keeping the water treatment system centralized.
Project Summary
This bottled water production line in Guyana combines a 10 TPH RO water treatment system, a 4,000 BPH bottled water production line for small PET bottles, and a separate 5L, 10L and 15L large bottle water production line.
The small bottle system is designed around approximately 400–600 ml bottles, while the large bottle system supports 5L, 10L and 15L formats.
The complete project covers water purification, PET bottle production, bottle rinsing, water filling, capping, labeling, coding, conveying and supporting engineering installation.
The configuration provides a practical solution for a bottled water factory that needs to produce different bottle sizes using a shared water treatment system and separate filling applications.
Final equipment selection, bottle sizes and production capacity should be confirmed according to the raw water source, bottle design, packaging requirements, factory conditions and target market.
FAQ
What is the capacity of the bottled water production line in Guyana?
The bottled water production line in Guyana includes a small bottle filling system with a stated capacity of approximately 4,000 BPH for 500 ml bottles. The project also includes a separate large bottle system for 5L, 10L and 15L bottles.
What water treatment system is used for the project?
The project uses a 10 TPH RO water treatment system with quartz sand filtration, activated carbon filtration, antiscalant dosing, RO membranes, purified water storage and ozone mixing.
What bottle sizes can the large bottle water production line handle?
The large bottle water production line is designed for 5L, 10L and 15L disposable water bottles. Three sets of molds are included for the different bottle sizes.
Can the 5L, 10L and 15L bottles use the same filling machine?
Yes. The project specification provides one large-bottle filling system for the three bottle sizes. The bottle neck diameter is required to remain consistent, while the molds are changed according to the selected bottle size.
Can the small bottle and large bottle lines operate at the same time?
According to the project specification, the two filling applications are not planned for simultaneous production. The water treatment system is shared between the different production applications.
Does the project include installation and commissioning?
Yes. The project scope includes stainless steel pipelines, electrical cables, cable trays, control cabinets, conveyors, transportation, installation and commissioning.
Can the bottled water production line be customized?
Yes. Bottle volume, bottle shape, mold design, filling capacity, labeling method and other equipment configurations can be adjusted according to the customer’s production requirements and factory conditions.
What information is needed to design a bottled water production line?
The main information includes the raw water source, required water treatment capacity, bottle sizes, target production capacity, bottle shape, packaging method, available factory space and local electrical specifications.
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Whether you need a 4,000 BPH bottled water production line, a 5L–15L large bottle water production line, a 10 TPH RO water treatment system, or a complete bottled water factory solution, our engineering team can help you configure the required equipment.
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- Target production capacity
- Bottle sizes and bottle types
- Raw water source
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