How to Replace Bottling Line Star Wheels During Changeover

Overview

This guide covers the practical steps to replace bottling line star wheels during changeover. JSLT Engineering Plastics produces engineering plastic components in UHMWPE, HDPE, PA, POM and PTFE — full-process fabrication from raw sheet to CNC-machined parts.

Step-by-step procedure

1. Pre-stage replacement star wheel. Pre-fit star wheel on backup hub before changeover.
2. Lock out line. LOTO procedure before reaching into machine.
3. Remove worn star wheel. Loosen hub bolts in cross pattern.
4. Install new star wheel. Mechanical fastening with torque wrench to spec.
5. Test run with empty bottles. Run 100 bottles to verify alignment before production.

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