Company Category: Packaging Machinery

Carleton Helical Technologies has been proudly serving the Craft Beer and Beverage Industry for more than three decades. What began with the installation of our High-Speed Can Invertors on production lines across the country has grown into a full portfolio of engineered solutions designed specifically for modern craft beverage operations. As the industry evolved and the demand for reliable, high-performance equipment increased, we expanded our offerings to support breweries, beverage producers, and integrators seeking dependable machinery built for long-term performance. Today, Carleton Helical Technologies provides a comprehensive range of equipment solutions for canning and packaging environments. Our core product lineup includes the High-Speed Can Invertor, Beer Can Cleaning System, and Can Blow-Off System—each engineered to meet the rigorous demands of today’s canning lines. These systems are designed to improve line efficiency, enhance sanitation, reduce downtime, and integrate seamlessly into both new and existing production layouts. With decades of experience designing and engineering Invertors for breweries of every size—from small craft producers to large-scale regional operations—our team understands the challenges and nuances of beverage packaging. We collaborate closely with customers to ensure our equipment supports efficient throughput, clean can processing, and consistent product quality. This hands-on expertise has positioned Carleton Helical Technologies as a trusted resource for breweries looking to optimize their packaging environments. Integration remains a key strength of our business. Over the years, we’ve built strong partnerships with leading integrators throughout the industry. These relationships allow us to support customers who require complete, end-to-end solutions, ensuring our equipment functions as part of a cohesive, high-performing system. Whether a project involves a full packaging line installation or a targeted equipment upgrade, our engineering team works closely with integrators and end-users to provide responsive support, technical guidance, and tailored solutions that fit each facility’s unique layout and production goals. As a proud member of the Craft Brewers Association, Carleton Helical Technologies is committed to advancing packaging technology within the brewing and craft beverage space. Our focus remains on delivering machinery that combines proven engineering with modern innovation, supporting both canning and bottling operations. We consistently invest in product development, industry collaboration, and customer feedback to ensure our equipment continues to exceed performance expectations. Looking ahead, we are excited to partner with breweries and beverage producers seeking reliable, efficient, and innovative packaging solutions. Whether you’re upgrading an existing line, planning a facility expansion, or searching for equipment designed to grow alongside your production needs, Carleton Helical Technologies is ready to support your goals with machinery engineered for precision, durability, and long-term value. | Carleton Helical Technologies (CHT) serves both domestic and international customers with custom packaging machinery. Our product range includes Ionized Air Rinsers, Timing Screws & Timing Screw Drives, Inverting Solutions, Denesters, Belt Drive Units, Craft Beer Systems, and more. These products are designed to manipulate containers such as cans, bottles, and jars, preparing them for subsequent processes along the production line. Our equipment can seamlessly integrate into existing lines or function as standalone units.CHT has proudly served the packaging industry for over 45 years. Our deep expertise and extensive knowledge of container handling along the production line are invaluable to our customers. As a family-owned and operated business, we are able to offer consistently competitive pricing. We continuously update our engineering and manufacturing processes to ensure that our customers receive the most reliable and efficient machinery in the industry.Ionized Air Rinsers are custom-designed to meet the unique needs of each customer. Our team of engineers creates tailored cleaning systems that effectively manipulate containers for thorough cleaning before they are introduced to downstream applications. CHT Container Cleaning Systems are capable of utilizing ionized air, cleaning solutions, or water air as the cleaning agent, ensuring optimal resultsTiming Screws and Timing Screw Drives are versatile, with a wide range of applications including combining, dividing, rotating, collating, metering, dwelling, and de-nesting. Our Feedscrews are designed using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM software, allowing our engineers to achieve greater accuracy in manipulating containers along the production line.Invertors efficiently and rapidly invert containers within a compact footprint of approximately 12-24 inches. The Invertor can be easily integrated into a conveyor system with minimal modifications. All of our Invertors offer options for color coding and quick changeover. Common applications for the Invertor include inspection, coding, product mixing, and rotational positioning.Helical Denesters offer solutions for separating stacked products such as cups, bowls, and trays, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of your production line. Our denesters can handle both manual and automatic loading, securely holding stacks and mechanically separating products one at a time for discharge onto a conveyor, platform, or lead station. With our Helical Denesters, you can streamline your production process and seamlessly transport products to the next stage of processing, saving time and boosting your bottom line.We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with your company in the near future. | At CHT, we take pride in providing top-notch customer service for all of our packaging machinery. From the moment our engineering team designs the equipment to installation and beyond, we stand behind the quality of our products. Our Customer Service department works closely with customers to ensure that all CHT packaging machinery is working optimally. We understand that downtime is costly for our customers, and our team is available to provide support and troubleshooting. With CHT packaging machinery, you can trust that you are making a reliable investment for your production line, backed by exceptional customer service. Our team of experienced engineers understands that every customer’s cleaning needs are unique. That’s why we specialize in custom designing Ionized Air Rinsers to clean containers before they are introduced to downstream applications. Our cleaning systems are designed to manipulate containers for optimal cleaning, utilizing ionized air as a cleaning agent. With our In-Line Ionized Air Rinsers, you can be confident that your containers are thoroughly cleaned and ready for the next stage of production. CHT also offers the FG Rinser and GR Rinser. Our advanced feedscrews and feedscrew drives are the perfect solution for a wide range of applications, including combining, dividing, rotating, collating, metering, dwelling, and de-nesting. Designed with state-of-the-art software, our engineers have the precision necessary to manipulate containers along the production line with unparalleled accuracy. The HP Invertors are a game-changer for businesses that require quick and efficient container inversion. With a small footprint of only 12-24 inches, the HP Invertor is easily integrated into any conveyor system with minimal alterations. Additionally, the Invertors come with the option of color coding and quick changeover, making them even more versatile for a range of applications. | Carleton Helical Technologies has been a trusted leader in the packaging industry since its founding in 1979. What began as a custom engineering facility specializing in Feedscrews (timing screws) has evolved into a premier manufacturer of innovative container handling solutions. Over the years, Carleton has expanded its product portfolio to include advanced machinery such as Ionized Air Container Rinsers, Inverting Solutions, Carton Twists, Belt Drive Units and Beverage Handling Systems, all designed to optimize operational efficiency and streamline packaging processes.Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to continuously develop tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges of our diverse clientele. With decades of industry expertise, we have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality, dependable products that help businesses achieve greater productivity and precision.At Carleton, we recognize that each packaging operation is unique. Therefore, we collaborate closely with our clients to develop tailored solutions that address their distinct requirements. We encourage you to reach out and explore how our commitment to customer satisfaction can enhance the efficiency and success of your operations.www.Feedscrew.com | Carleton Helical Technologies (CHT) designs and manufactures custom packaging machinery and container handling equipment for both domestic and international customers. Our product line includes Ionized Air Rinsers – Container Cleaning Systems, Timing Screws, Timing Screw Drives, Feedscrews, Container Inverting Systems, Helical Denesters, Belt Drive Units, Craft Beer Systems, and other container manipulation solutions. These systems are engineered to handle containers such as cans, bottles, jars, cups, and trays, preparing them for downstream processes including filling, labeling, inspection, and packaging. CHT equipment can be integrated into existing production lines or installed as standalone systems.For over 40 years, Carleton Helical Technologies has served the packaging and container handling industry with innovative and reliable solutions. Our deep expertise in container control and production line automation allows us to deliver equipment that improves efficiency, consistency, and product quality. As a family-owned and operated manufacturer, we provide competitive pricing while continuously investing in advanced engineering and manufacturing technologies to ensure our customers receive dependable, high-performance machinery.CHT Ionized Air Rinsers (Container Cleaning Systems) are custom-designed container cleaning systems that remove dust, debris, and static before containers enter downstream equipment such as fillers or labelers. Our engineers design tailored rinsing systems that effectively manipulate containers for thorough cleaning. CHT container cleaning systems can utilize ionized air, cleaning solutions, or water-air combinations, ensuring optimal container preparation for production.Feedscrews & Feedscrew Drives provide precise container handling for a wide range of packaging applications, including combining, dividing, rotating, collating, metering, dwelling, spacing, and de-nesting containers. Our feedscrews are engineered using advanced CAD/CAM design software, enabling precise container control and smooth product flow along high-speed production lines.CHT Container Invertors efficiently rotate or invert containers within a compact footprint of approximately 12–24 inches. These systems integrate easily into existing conveyor systems with minimal modifications. Optional features such as color-coded components and quick changeover designs allow operators to adapt quickly to different container sizes. Typical applications include inspection, coding, product mixing, and container orientation.Our Helical Denesters are designed to separate stacked products such as cups, bowls, trays, and containers, improving efficiency and productivity on packaging lines. These systems support both manual and automatic loading, securely holding stacks while mechanically separating products one at a time for discharge onto a conveyor, platform, or lead station. CHT denesting solutions streamline product flow and improve overall production efficiency.Carleton Helical Technologies is committed to providing innovative container handling equipment and packaging automation solutions that help manufacturers improve productivity and reliability across their production lines.We look forward to the opportunity to connect and discuss your container handling and packaging machinery needs. | Carleton Helical Technologies has been a trusted leader in the packaging industry since its founding in 1979. What began as a custom engineering facility specializing in Feedscrews has evolved into a premier manufacturer of innovative container handling solutions. Over the years, Carleton has expanded its product portfolio to include advanced machinery such as Container Rinsers, HP Invertors, Carton Twists, Belt Drive Units and Denesters, all designed to optimize operational efficiency and streamline packaging processes.Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to continuously develop tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges of our diverse clientele. With decades of industry expertise, we have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality, dependable products that help businesses achieve greater productivity and precision.At Carleton, we understand that every packaging operation is different, which is why we work closely with our customers to craft solutions that meet their specific needs. We invite you to connect with us and discover how our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction can elevate your operations to new heights.