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Metal Can Production Line for Food & Beverage Factory

FDA/EU food safety compliant metal can production lines for food and beverage factories - 60-300 cans/min throughput, integrated coating, and full OEM documentation package.

FDA 21 CFR 175.300 EU 10/2011 CE Certified BPA-NI Available

Food and beverage factories face mounting pressure to meet food safety regulations, manage throughput demands, and control packaging costs. YohoAI's YC Series metal can production lines solve these challenges with FDA 21 CFR 175.300 and EU 10/2011 compliant internal coatings, 60-300 cans/min throughput across three capacity tiers, and integrated quality monitoring that eliminates the need for separate downstream inspection equipment. Built for OEM manufacturers and contract packagers, every line ships with IQ/OQ documentation and full FAT/SAT protocols.

Technical Specifications

Verified factory data - not marketing estimates

Production Speed
60-300 cans/min (3 model tiers)
Can Diameter
50-180 mm
Can Height
50-300 mm
Machine Power
10-15 kW with VFD control
Air Supply
0.5-0.7 MPa
Food Safety Coatings
FDA 21 CFR 175.300, EU 10/2011, BPA-NI
Halal/Kosher
Available on request
Internal Coating
Spray + curing oven 180-200 degC
External Printing
Offset/dry-offset, up to 8 colors (optional)
Leak Testing
100% pneumatic in-line testing
Control System
PLC + HMI (Siemens/Schneider)
First-Pass Yield
98.5% (up to 99.2% with vision)
Certifications
CE, ISO 9001:2015, FDA compliant
Warranty
12 months
Price Range
USD 150,000-600,000 by model

Key Features

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End-to-End OEM Production Line

From tinplate coil decoiling to packaged cans - the complete manufacturing process on one floor. Eliminates dependency on third-party can suppliers and dramatically reduces per-unit packaging cost for high-volume operations.

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FDA/EU Food Safety Compliance Built In

Internal FDA 21 CFR 175.300 and EU 10/2011 compliant coatings are spray-applied and cured as an integrated production step. No off-line coating required. BPA-NI, halal, and kosher options cover all major export markets.

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Scalable Throughput: 60-300 Cans/Min

Choose the YC model that matches your production scale: YC-60 (60-100/min) for regional supply, YC-150 (150-250/min) for national distribution, or YC-300 (up to 300/min) for export and contract packaging OEM.

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100% In-Line Quality Inspection

Automated leak testers, vision cameras, and seam monitoring replace manual sampling. Every can is inspected at production speed. First-pass yield of 98.5% reduces waste and rework, directly improving gross margin.

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Fast Product Changeover

Recipe-based HMI system stores up to 200 can size presets. Tool-free cassette changes and servo pre-positioning reduce changeover between product runs to under 30 minutes - critical for multi-SKU contract packaging operations.

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Global OEM Documentation Package

IQ/OQ validation protocols, FAT/SAT reports, material certificates, weld records, and coating compliance certificates ship with every line. Simplifies regulatory submissions for FDA, EU, and international food safety audits.

Applications

Canned vegetables and legumes (retort compatible) Canned soups, sauces, and ready meals Beverage cans (soft drinks, energy drinks, beer) Nitrogen-flushed coffee and powdered drink cans Canned meat, fish, and seafood Pet food cans (wet and dry formats)

Get a Free Quote for Metal Can Production Line for Food & Beverage Factory

Our team responds within 2 hours with CIF/CFR/FOB pricing and delivery timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the YC series solve food factory food safety compliance challenges?

The YC series integrates FDA 21 CFR 175.300 and EU 10/2011 compliant internal coating as a built-in production step, eliminating off-line coating and cross-contamination risk. 100% pneumatic leak testing replaces statistical sampling. IQ/OQ documentation, material certificates, and coating test reports are included for regulatory audit readiness.

What throughput do I need for a mid-size food factory?

A mid-size food factory producing 50,000-200,000 cans per day typically requires the YC-150 (150-250 cans/min). The YC-60 (60-100 cans/min) suits smaller operations or specialty can formats. The YC-300 (up to 300 cans/min) is recommended for OEM contract packagers and export-focused factories targeting 300,000+ cans per day.

What is the ROI timeline for investing in a YC metal can line?

Most YC-150 customers achieve ROI within 18-24 months, driven by eliminated third-party can purchase costs, reduced per-unit packaging cost at scale, and 98.5%+ first-pass yield reducing rework. YohoAI provides a detailed ROI calculator and sample production trial at our Shanghai facility before purchase commitment.

Can the line be validated for food safety regulatory audits?

Yes. Every YC line ships with IQ/OQ validation documentation, FAT/SAT protocols, material certificates, weld records, and coating compliance certificates. These documents are structured to support FDA, EU, and international food safety authority submissions. Full audit documentation package is included as standard.

What is the delivery and commissioning timeline for a food factory installation?

Manufacturing lead time is 30-90 days from order confirmation, plus 15-30 days sea freight depending on destination. On-site installation and commissioning takes 3-6 weeks, including operator training and FAT. Most factories reach stable production within 60 days of equipment arrival on-site. Trial production runs at our Shanghai facility are available before shipping.

What is the price of this machine?

Pricing varies by configuration and accessories. Please send us your specific requirements including production capacity needs, tube/can/capsule format, and required certifications. We typically respond within 2 hours with CIF/CFR/FOB pricing.

What is the delivery time?

Standard delivery ranges from 30-90 working days depending on the model and configuration. Pharmaceutical GMP configurations with validation documentation packages require additional 5-10 working days. Expedited manufacturing is available for urgent orders at a 15-25% premium.

What certifications does this machine carry?

All YohoAI machines carry CE certification and are designed to meet cGMP and ISO9001 standards. Additional certifications including FDA compliance and specific food-grade standards are available depending on the product line and configuration.

Product Gallery

Metal Can Production Line for Food & Beverage Factory - full machine view with control panel and production stations
Metal Can Production Line for Food & Beverage Factory - internal mechanism and key component detail
Metal Can Production Line for Food & Beverage Factory - finished products and application showcase

Technical Specifications

ParameterValueUnit
Product LineYC Series Metal Can Production Line
Production Speed60-300cans/min (3 model tiers)
Can Diameter50-180mm
Can Height50-300mm
Machine Power10-15 with VFDkW
Air Supply0.5-0.7MPa
Food Safety CoatingsFDA 21 CFR 175.300, EU 10/2011, BPA-NI
Halal/KosherAvailable on request
Internal CoatingSpray + curing oven 180-200degC
External PrintingOffset/dry-offset, up to 8 colors (optional)
Leak Testing100% pneumatic in-line testing
Control SystemPLC + HMI (Siemens/Schneider)
First-Pass Yield98.5 (up to 99.2 with vision)%
CertificationsCE, ISO 9001:2015, FDA compliant
Warranty12months
Price RangeUSD 150,000-600,000 by model

Model Comparison: YC-60 vs YC-150 vs YC-300

FeatureYC-60YC-150YC-300
Production Speed (cans/min)60-100150-250Up to 300
Can Diameter (mm)50-9952-15350-180
Can Types3-piece seamedD&I + 3-piece seamedD&I + 3-piece seamed
Welding MethodResistance seamResistance seam / Laser opt.Resistance seam / Laser opt.
External PrintingNot includedOffset, up to 6 colorsOffset, up to 8 colors (UV LED opt.)
Control SystemPLC + HMIPLC + HMIPLC + HMI, SCADA-ready
First-Pass Yield (%)98.598.5 (99.2 with vision)98.5 (99.2 with vision)
Price Range (USD)150,000-250,000300,000-450,000450,000-600,000

Installation, Setup & Maintenance Guide

YohoAI's YC Series for food and beverage factories integrates every production stage from tinplate decoiling through coating, curing, and automated leak testing into a single continuous line. Factory layout planning should account for the selected model's footprint (YC-60 approximately 10,000 mm, YC-150 approximately 12,000 mm, YC-300 approximately 15,000 mm in length), a reinforced floor rated for dynamic loads, and dedicated utility connections. YohoAI provides custom layout engineering drawings and a site readiness checklist before shipment. On-site installation and commissioning runs 3-6 weeks, followed by 1-3 weeks for FAT, operator training, and regulatory documentation handover. Most factories reach stable 98.5%+ first-pass yield production within 60 days of equipment arrival.

Food safety compliance is built into the production process, not added as a downstream step. Internal FDA 21 CFR 175.300 and EU 10/2011 compliant coatings are spray-applied and cured at 180-200 degC as an integrated production stage. Daily verification of the curing oven temperature profile on the HMI is the single most important food safety check. The 100% pneumatic in-line leak tester replaces statistical sampling and must be calibrated monthly against a known-leak reference standard to maintain compliance credibility during regulatory audits.

The YC series is designed for OEM and contract packaging operations running multiple SKUs, so recipe-based changeover efficiency directly impacts profitability. The HMI stores up to 200 can size recipes, and tool-free cassette changes with servo pre-positioning reduce changeover time to under 30 minutes between product runs. Preventive maintenance should be logged in a digital maintenance management system (CMMS) to generate OEE trend reports that identify degradation in seam quality, coating uniformity, or vision system accuracy before they cause production scrap or regulatory non-conformance events.

Maintenance Checklist

  • Verify curing oven temperature profile on HMI before every production shift; log results for regulatory audit trail
  • Calibrate 100% pneumatic leak tester monthly against a known-leak reference standard and record deviation
  • Sample first 30 cans per shift for manual seam check and coating thickness verification; compare against specification limits
  • Run HMI recipe backup to USB and verify PLC diagnostic log at every product changeover
  • Lubricate servo motor bearings, linear guides, and seaming chuck bearings every 168 operating hours
  • Inspect and replace welding electrodes and spray nozzles monthly to maintain seam integrity and coating uniformity
  • Schedule quarterly CMMS review with YohoAI after-sales team to analyze OEE trends and plan consumable replacements

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