New, modern returnable glass bottling line at New, modern returnable glass bottling line at Klosterbrauerei Andechs

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Customer: Klosterbrauerei Andechs

Location
Andechs, Germany

Industry
Beverage industry

Applications
Returnable glass bottling line / Conveyor modules in wet and dry areas / Palletizer, depalletizer, bottle cleaning and inspection

Further information
Founded in 1455, the Benedictine monastery employs around 200 people in its commercial operations.

The core of the new system consists of 70 decentralized drive units of the MOVIGEAR^® performance type from SEW-EURODRIVE – a milestone for the brewery and a first for SEW-EURODRIVE in the German brewing industry.

What makes this drive unit unique is its extremely compact design, which integrates a highly efficient synchronous motor, a flat gear unit, and the drive inverter into one unit. This allows the monastery brewery to save space, energy, and cabling effort, while also reducing the number of required drive variants. Thanks to its powerful performance and 300 % overload capacity, the unit can easily transport bottles and crates. Even sticky belts after a standstill pose no challenge.

The Klosterbrauerei Andechs also benefits from the seamless integration of the MOVI-C^® modular automation system. The decentralized MOVIMOT^® flexible inverters, installed close to the motors, are based on the same electronic platform, meaning only one engineering software is needed. These inverters power the asynchronous motors with brakes, which are used on inclined conveyor sections.

Why SEW-EURODRIVE? Because technology earns trust.

Efficiency, quality, and future-readiness are top priorities at the Klosterbrauerei Andechs– and that’s exactly why they chose SEW-EURODRIVE:

Proven solutions: Positive experiences with MOVIMOT^® in earlier projects provided a solid foundation for the decision.
Technological leadership: As the first brewery in Germany to implement the innovative MOVIGEAR^® performance, Andechs is making a clear statement about its commitment to the future.
Reliable partnership: From planning to commissioning, SEW-EURODRIVE was always on hand with technical expertise and personal support.
Proximity that matters: Regional presence ensures fast response times and short distances – a real advantage in day-to-day operations.

Energy-efficient drive technology
Compact, decentralized solutions
Fast commissioning
Regional proximity for service and support
Seamless integration into existing processes

70 decentralized MOVIGEAR^® performance drive units
Control via the MOVI-C^® automation platform
Integration into conveyor modules in wet and dry areas
Energy-efficient bottle cleaning with Lavatec E2 from Krones

In close cooperation with BMS Maschinenfabrik and the SEW-EURODRIVE Drive Technology Center South, the new returnable glass line was equipped with MOVIGEAR^® performance. The decentralized drive units power conveyors, palletizers, sorters, and cleaning machines – efficiently, compactly, and reliably.

+20% filling performance: from 20,000 to 24,000 bottles per hour
Reduced energy consumption thanks to high-efficiency drives
Reliable operation through decentralized technology
Short conversion time due to new building and smart planning
Long-term partnership with regional support

After nearly 30 years in operation, the bottling line needed to be replaced. With SEW-EURODRIVE, we found a partner who impressed us not only with cutting-edge technology but also with comprehensive support.

Stefan Müller
Head of Technical Operations, Klosterbrauerei Andechs

This project was an exciting step for both sides. With MOVI-C®, we were able to deliver a future-proof solution that perfectly aligns with the monastery brewery’s philosophy – sustainable, efficient, and reliable.

Albert Schenker
Customer Consultant, SEW-EURODRIVE, Drive Technology Center South