Coca-Cola installs Sidel bottling line to meet soaring demand for carbonated soft drinks in Latin America

BRAZIL – Coca-Cola FEMSA, the largest franchise bottler of Coca-Cola products, has installed a new high-speed bottling line from Sidel at its Jundiaí plant in Brazil, aiming to meet the growing consumer demand for carbonated soft drinks (CSD) across Latin America.

The new line features Sidel’s Super Combi system, an innovative, all-in-one solution that integrates five core functions, preform feeding, blowing, labeling, filling/capping, and cap feeding, into a single compact and smart platform.

Designed to boost efficiency and reduce operational complexity, the Super Combi operates at an impressive speed of 39,000 bottles per hour.

A key aspect of the upgrade is Coca-Cola FEMSA’s commitment to sustainability. The new line is fully compatible with 100% recycled PET (rPET) preforms, supporting the company’s broader environmental goals.

The decision to install the Super Combi at Jundiaí follows its successful implementation at Coca-Cola’s Bauru plant for water production.

Sidel’s solution has proven to deliver significant space savings, with a 30% smaller footprint compared to traditional standalone equipment — a major advantage as Coca-Cola seeks to maximize operational effectiveness and optimize space at its facilities.

Replacing older wet block equipment, the Super Combi has been seamlessly integrated with the existing production setup.

It is designed to handle up to ten bottle formats ranging from 0.2 to 2 liters, offering flexibility as well as improved production efficiency.

The new line also enhances Coca-Cola’s ability to manufacture lightweight PET bottles. By reducing transfer points and mechanical stress during production, the Super Combi enables the use of thinner, lighter bottles without compromising quality, while simultaneously minimizing contamination risks.

Another innovation is the integration of Sidel’s BlendFill system, which merges the mixer and filler tanks into one unit.

This consolidation further reduces the production footprint, lowers CO₂ consumption, and cuts water usage during cleaning cycles.

To maximize the performance of the new line, Sidel has equipped the installation with its Evo-On Care and Performance apps.

These digital tools provide real-time, actionable insights to address efficiency losses, helping Coca-Cola FEMSA boost its Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and ensure production targets are consistently met.

Serving more than 270 million people across Latin America with a portfolio of 134 brands, Coca-Cola FEMSA operates 56 manufacturing plants and 249 distribution centers.

The investment in Jundiaí underscores the company’s commitment to expanding access to its popular beverages and reinforcing its leadership in the region’s dynamic CSD market.

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