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Sidel SBO 24 Universal 2
About the Sidel SBO 24 Universal 2
The Sidel SBO 24 Universal 2 is a 24-cavity rotary stretch-blow moulding machine from Sidel Group, engineered for high-volume PET bottle production for water, carbonated soft drinks (CSD), juice, dairy, and hot-fill applications. It is among the highest-output SBM machines available on the global market.
Key Specifications
Cavities: 24. Output: up to 3,400 bottles per cavity per hour (81,600 bph total at 0.5L). Compatible bottle neck finishes: 28mm PCO, 30/25, 38mm and custom formats. Oven power: 1,200 W per heating module. Preform pitch: 76.2mm. Changeover time: <2 hours with Quick Change Format system. Machine footprint: approximately 25×15m including conveyor system.
Eco-Design and Lightweighting
The SBO Universal 2 is compatible with Sidel EasyFill technology for aseptic filling integration, and supports production of ultra-lightweight bottles down to 6.5g for 0.5L still water. The Sidel Oven Power Controller (OPC) automatically adjusts heating based on preform variation, reducing energy consumption by up to 45% versus previous-generation machines while maintaining output rate.
Integration with Sidel Complete Lines
The SBO 24 Universal 2 is designed for integration into complete Sidel beverage production lines, connecting directly to Sidel filling, capping, labelling, and end-of-line systems via the Sidel Equipment Intelligence (SEI) platform for real-time OEE monitoring, predictive maintenance, and remote diagnostics.
Who Buys the Sidel SBO 24?
Major beverage groups including Coca-Cola, Nestlé Waters, PepsiCo, Danone, and regional bottlers running high-volume lines. Sidel is part of Tetra Laval Group and has the largest installed base of stretch-blow moulding equipment globally.
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General
| Brand | Sidel |
|---|---|
| Model | SBO 24 Universal 2 |
| Category | Packaging Equipment |
| Year Introduced | 2022 |
| Country of Origin | India |
Commercial
| Price Type | Price on Request |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 9.4 / 10 |
Performance
| Machine Type | Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) |
|---|---|
| Max Output Speed | 300 packs/min |
| Filling Accuracy | ±0.5% |
Format
| Changeover Time | < 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Sealing Method | Heat seal / ultrasonic seal |
Compliance
| Construction Material | SUS 304 / SUS 316L stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Compliance | CE, FDA 21 CFR, EHEDG |
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SBO 24 Universal 2: fast changeover, reliable seals
The Sidel SBO 24 Universal 2 runs our primary packing line at 180 packs/min with <0.05% reject rate on seal integrity. Changeover between our three main SKU formats takes 12 minutes — down from 45 minutes on our old machine. CIP cycle completes in under 30 minutes and we have had zero HACCP non-conformances since installation. The integrated vision system has already caught three label misalignment events that would have reached retail.