Caps sterilizer working by means of ozone

The caps sterilization apparatus addresses inefficiencies in existing technologies by using UV radiation and thermal preconditioning, along with hydrogen peroxide and ozone, to achieve uniform and energy-efficient sterilization of caps.

WO2026104023A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-05-21SIDEL PARTICIPATIONS SAS
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Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
SIDEL PARTICIPATIONS SAS
Filing Date
2024-11-12
Publication Date
2026-05-21

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Technical Problem

Existing cap sterilization technologies are inefficient and lack uniformity and control over the sterilization process, leading to suboptimal sterilization effects and increased energy consumption.

Method used

A caps sterilization apparatus that utilizes UV radiation and thermal preconditioning to enhance sterilization efficiency, combined with a controlled application of hydrogen peroxide and ozone, ensuring uniform condensation and drying of the sterilizing agent on caps.

Benefits of technology

Achieves improved sterilization uniformity, reduced energy consumption, and enhanced sterilization effectiveness by ensuring predictable and uniform sterilization outcomes on caps.

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Abstract

There is described caps sterilizer (11) for sterilizing caps (2), the caps sterilizer (11) being configured for sterilizing the caps (2) while the caps advance according to an advancement direction (Q), and by means of a sterilizing agent; wherein the sterilizing agent comprises ozone, the caps sterilizer (11) comprising an injection device (17) for injecting the sterilizing agent in the injection zone (19).
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