Comparing 200–500 ml Bottles on a Hygienic Filling Line
A range from 200 to 500 ml can contain substantially different bottle shapes and neck finishes. Format coverage must be demonstrated at the rinser, filler, capper and transfers. Small volume alone does not make changeover simple.

Prepare a format matrix
List bottle drawing, closure, guides, transfer parts and recipe for each SKU. Identify adjustments separately from exchanged parts. During a trial, check both the shortest container and the least stable design, not just the easiest bottle.
Define hygiene independently
Describe the product-treatment and packaging controls required by the beverage. A range of filling temperatures or an “ultra-clean” label is insufficient to establish the preservation process for every product in the range.
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