Description Used Tetra Pak A1 – Tetra Classic Aseptic (TCA) Filler, 16,400 pph –OverviewThis pre-owned aseptic form-fill-seal carton filler is a Tetra Pak A1 – 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 DataManufacturer / Model: Tetra Pak A1 – 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: 65–100 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 packagingAdvanced Automation & Control SystemsPrecision 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 practiceProduction Line Integration CapabilitiesUpstream 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 HistoryCurrently 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 65–100 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 productionMore information can be found on the spec sheet.