In the world of wine production, the bottling and sealing stage of sparkling wines is a crucial step to ensure product quality, safety, and consistency. The Minerva line, developed by Nortan, is the ideal solution to automate the corking and wire-hooding processes of sparkling wine bottles with natural cork and metal wire cages, meeting the needs of modern wineries in terms of efficiency, flexibility, and reliability.
Efficiency and Continuous Operation
The Minerva line is designed to deliver uninterrupted operation even under high-production conditions, minimizing downtime and ensuring maximum productivity.
Its stainless-steel structure guarantees strength, hygiene, and durability, meeting the stringent cleanliness and safety standards required in the wine industry.
The integrated PLC and photocell-based control system ensures continuous monitoring and automation of each production phase, improving precision and reliability throughout the process. This results in consistent product quality, reduced maintenance, and lower operational costs.
Flexibility and Ease of Use
One of the main strengths of the Minerva line is its remarkable flexibility in handling different bottle formats.
The quick and intuitive format changeover—thanks to the interchangeable starwheel and adjustable height settings—requires no special tools, allowing operators to easily switch between bottles of 0.375 L, 0.75 L, and 1.5 L capacity.
This adaptability makes the Minerva line ideal for small and medium-sized wineries as well as large producers who require reliable, user-friendly automation systems.
Models in the Minerva Range
Within the Minerva family, Nortan offers several configurations designed to meet diverse production needs and capacities.
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Minerva 108
A flagship model in the range, the Minerva 108 achieves speeds of up to 3,000 bottles per hour, ensuring high performance with outstanding precision.
It features an automatic wire cage magazine that guarantees continuous feed and reduces operator intervention, improving productivity and workflow efficiency. -
Minerva Rotary
Equipped with a rotating drum and an automatic twisting and folding system, this version delivers exceptional versatility and reliability.
The system includes an automatic stop function in case of missing wire cages, ensuring safe and consistent operation even during irregular feed conditions.
Innovation and Sustainability in the Wine Industry
With the Minerva line, Nortan reaffirms its commitment to providing technological innovation, production efficiency, and environmental sustainability to the wine sector.
Automating the corking and wire-hooding processes not only improves productivity and product quality but also helps optimize resource use and reduce waste, contributing to a more sustainable bottling process.
Why Choose Minerva
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Complete automation of corking and wire-hooding
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Stainless-steel structure for strength and hygiene
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Quick format change without tools
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Compatible with multiple bottle sizes
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PLC and photocell electronic control
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High productivity with minimal downtime
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Long-lasting, low-maintenance design
With the Minerva line, Nortan offers wineries a range of machines designed to deliver high performance, user-friendly operation, and long-term reliability, making every stage of the bottling process more efficient, safe, and sustainable.