VMI introduces the new generation modular type Can Washer, the result of a thorough development process and close monitoring of the current Can Washer.
With the diverse needs of customers in mind, flexibility was one of the focus points for the new VMI Can Washer 2.0. One of the most significant advancements in the new Can Washer therefore is its modular design. With this innovative feature, the machine can be tailored to the customers’ specific requirements, giving them more flexibility and control.
With the advanced software monitoring system, the machine can operate on a 'hands-off' principle, alerting operators to any potential issues before they actually happen. This means minimal downtime and reduced disruption to the production process, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.
Next to the operational benefits, the new VMI Can Washer 2.0 also has numerous sustainability advantages such as significantly reduced energy, chemical, gas and water consumption. Additionally, the use of field components has enabled the company to reduce electrical cabinet size by an impressive 60 per cent, the integrated piping gives the customer’s facility a cleaner and more streamlined appearance.
The VMI Can Washer 2.0 gives customers the following advantages:
VMI Canwashers
With the lowest utility consumption on the market, VMI Can washers for the two-piece beer, beverage and food cans are designed to save you time and money.
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VMI Dry off ovens
Within less than ten minutes, VMI Can’s drying ovens are fully heated and operational. With operating temperatures of 150 to 230 degrees Celsius, the cans are dried ultra-fast. The machine has been very well insulated, to keep the heat in and assure that outside wall panels stay cool. Not only making the machine safer, but foremost considerably saving on energy costs.
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Wash Coater
Tin plate food cans typically require an external protection against corrosion that takes place during the cooking process.
As part of your two-piece food can processing line, the VMI Can wash coater uses two curtains to coat the outside of cans. The compact design gives you the smallest footprint in the industry. Entirely constructed of stainless steel, the machine has coating filters, two air knives and a cleaning sponge roll. The machine can furthermore be extended with an optional separate sponge roll system for cleaning the rim of the can.
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Hot Water Boiler
The VMI Can hot water boiler (900 kW) is designed to heat the chemical wash stages and can heat up to 90 degrees Celsius.
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On June 1st, 2026 VMI Can’s Sales Manager Johan Jonkman will retire after almost 20 years at the company. His position will be taken over by Gijs (Gus) Bekkers who has been the Upgrade & Maintenance Advisor for VMI’s Can Washing and Drying equipment for four years.
Johan Jonkman about his upcoming retirement: “After running VMI CAN as Manager Sales for almost 20 years, retirement is now slowly becoming reality. This relatively unknown industry by outsiders, even though the end product is globally used on a daily basis, is full of friendly and dedicated professionals. The industry has allowed me to travel all around the globe and has brought me so many friends, it’s truly amazing. It is a close-knit community where people still care about one another, where competitors understand that there’s room enough for all of us and we cannot do without each other. Working here was a pleasure and an honor, I will miss you all dearly, but I’m sure we’ll run into each other again someday, somewhere.”
Gijs Bekkers about his new step in the company: "I have been with VMI for seven years now, having started my career here after completing my Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. After three years, I transitioned to the commercial team to work alongside Johan, where my primary focus was on aftersales and technical support. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities VMI and Johan have provided me. Over the years, Johan has not only become a mentor
VMI proudly introduces the new generation modular type Can Washer, the result of a thorough development process and close monitoring of the current Can Washer.
With the diverse needs of our customers in mind, flexibility was one of the focus points for the new VMI Can Washer 2.0. One of the most significant advancements in our new Can Washer therefore is its modular design. With this innovative feature, the machine can be tailored to the customers’ specific requirements, giving them more flexibility and control.
With the advanced software monitoring system, the machine can operate on a 'hands-off' principle, alerting operators to any potential issues before they actually happen. This means minimal downtime and reduced disruption to the production process, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.
Next to the operational benefits, the new VMI Can Washer 2.0 also has numerous sustainability advantages such as significantly reduced energy, chemical, gas and water consumption. Additionally, the use of field components has enabled us to reduce electrical cabinet size by an impressive 60%, the integrated piping gives the customer’s facility a cleaner and more streamlined appearance.
The VMI Can Washer 2.0 gives our customers the following advantages:
VMI CAN solutions are characterized by their low energy, water and gas consumption, making the process of can washing and drying not only highly cost efficient, but also contributing to a sustainable environment.
VMI CAN delivers the highest quality can washers, washer-ovens, wash coaters and hot water boilers for the two-piece beer, beverage and food can industry. Over the years, we have introduced new technologies that have led the way towards more economic and energy efficient washing and drying solutions. VMI has a rich heritage in the global can making industry, with the first washers and ovens being installed in Europe in the early 70s. Over time, we have pioneered new technologies that give our customers the power to compete and stay ahead of the market.
Our can washers are for the two-piece beer, beverage and food cans market and designed for 24/7 operation. Each machine features fully automated operator friendly operation, innovative software control systems, stainless steel base frames, stainless steel nozzles, electronic tank level controls, infrared can jam detectors and flow meters throughout the machine.
The standard design can easily be customized by adding a wide variety of options such as coalescers, low-wear belt support systems, high performance extra vacuum knives (“ACODs”), making the machine suitable for customer specific situations. Each machine is pickled and passivated inside and out in order to guarantee the cleanest and most corrosion resistant surfaces possible.
VMI dry-off ovens are designed to dry two piece beer, beverage and food cans. Within less than ten minutes, the dry-off ovens are fully heated and operational.
With operating temperatures of 150 to 210 degrees Celsius, the cans are dried ultra-fast. The machine is very well insulated, to keep the heat in and assure that outside wall panels stay cool. This not only makes the machine safer, but adds considerably on energy savings.
As part of your two-piece food can processing line, the VMI CAN wash coater uses two curtains to coat the outside of cans. The compact design gives the smallest footprint in the industry. Entirely constructed of stainless steel, the machine has coating filters, two air knives and a cleaning sponge roll. The machine can furthermore be extended with an optional separate sponge roll system for cleaning the rim of the can.
Space always plays an important role in the floor area available in a boiler room, therefore the VMI CAN hot water boiler has been designed to only use a limited floor space. Important technical requirements such as a low NOx emission and a high efficiency through a large heated surface however seemingly contradict this. The VMI CAN hot water boiler combines these requirements with a very compact and light design. As a result of the excellent heat transfer in the heat exchanger, very high efficiencies can be obtained, reducing gas consumption to a minimum.
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