Innovation in Oxygen Management and Closure Versatility for the Wine Industry
AROL, a leader in the design and manufacture of capping systems, is participating in SIMEI 2026 (Fiera Milano Rho, November 17–20, 2026, Hall 4, stands L12-M11 and L12b). The company will showcase four technologies designed to address two critical challenges for producers: the need to protect wine from oxygen during the capping phase and the requirement to handle different closure types on the same line without the burden of installing additional machinery.
AROL’s strategy is built on continuous research and development. Every year, at its plant in Canelli, Italy, the company engineers and manufactures machines for the wine, beer, spirits, beverage, and many other sectors. Thanks to a team of specialists, AROL delivers custom-engineered solutions tailored to the specific requirements of each client.
QUASAR: Corking in a Controlled Atmosphere
For wines intended for aging, oxygen management is essential, as oxidation can alter the product's aromatic profile, color, and longevity. Wineries often compensate for this risk with preventive additions of SO₂. To solve the issue at its root, AROL presents a special version of the QUASAR machine: a corking system that operates in a controlled atmosphere via gas injection.
The system dynamically injects an inert gas into the bottle's headspace, keeping the capping zone at a residual oxygen level below 2%. Producers can choose between high-purity nitrogen or CO₂, backed by continuous monitoring to prevent external air ingress. The machine is engineered to accommodate various bottle geometries and production volumes.
By reducing total oxygen by 80–90% (depending on bottle format), QUASAR technology delivers tangible benefits:
- Reduced need for preventive SO₂;
- Better preservation of the aromatic profile;
- Greater color stability;
- Consistency across bottles within the same batch;
- Higher aging potential for premium wines.
LA CHAMPENOISE: Excellence for the Classic Method
Designed specifically for Champagne and sparkling wines produced using the classic method, LA CHAMPENOISE is a monoblock that combines bidule insertion and crown cap application in a single process.
DUAL RF/VA: One Machine for Cork and ROPP Capsules
The DUAL RF/VA is a special double single-head machine featuring independently configurable capping heads. By simply rotating the capping turret by 180°, switching from one closure format to another becomes effortless.
EURO VA/C: The "Two-in-One" Solution for ROPP Capsules and Crown Caps
The EURO VA/C is designed for producers who need to manage different closure types on the same line. Featuring interchangeable heads and a dual-channel setup, the machine can apply both aluminum ROPP capsules (on glass or PET) and ferromagnetic crown caps alternatively. Format changeovers are fast and efficient, covering heads, neck handling accessories, guides, and recipes.
The machine on display at the exhibition was recently purchased by a leading player in the spirits sector as part of a capping turret replacement program—a strategic area of focus for AROL to enable a transition to new performance and hygiene standards without extended downtime.
MORE: Digital Intelligence at the Service of Production
AROL recognizes the value of Smart Data in optimizing processes and reducing environmental impact. At its stand, the company presents MORE (Monitoring Optimization Reporting Evaluation), an application dedicated to monitoring, efficiency analysis, and maintenance of machines and plants.
Through detailed dashboards, MORE provides a clear, up-to-date view of operations, enabling fast, informed decision-making. Its goal is threefold:
- Increase efficiency: continuous monitoring of production, downtime, and energy consumption.
- Reduce costs: waste analysis and resource optimization for targeted maintenance.
- Ensure responsiveness: real-time notifications and customizable alarm thresholds.
The application includes modules for analyzing consumables and sustainability KPIs, also integrating the latest developments in agentic AI to make reporting increasingly customized and accurate.
CL.O.SE: AROL Aftersales Support Always Close to the Customer
Alongside its machinery, AROL offers CL.O.SE (CLass One SErvice), a comprehensive aftersales ecosystem built on six pillars:
- Global service: a network of over 70 qualified technicians ready to intervene worldwide.
- Personalized support: tailored assistance plans to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Refurbished equipment service: sale and maintenance of reconditioned machines, aligned with sustainability principles.
- Component overhaul: inspection and repair of parts at AROL facilities, adhering to the highest standards.
- Specialized laboratory: technical consulting to identify ideal machine settings.
- Training: targeted technical lessons focused on the customer's specific capping operations.
AROL, MACA, and LAMFI: A Complete Closure Supply Chain
AROL’s approach goes beyond capping to encompass the entire supply chain. Through MACA Engineering and LAMFI, the group designs and manufactures automatic lines for the production and assembly of aluminum and plastic capsules and closures. This synergy between technology and high-quality materials ensures complete coverage, from cap manufacturing right through to final application.
Looking to the Future
With over 25,000 machines installed worldwide and more than 5,000 dedicated exclusively to the wine industry, AROL continues to evolve. The goal remains constant: providing reliable, sustainable, and technologically advanced solutions for the global bottling industry.
