How to Set Up a Bottled Water Plant in Kenya
Quick answer: A bottled water plant has five stages: treatment (usually RO + UV or ozone), bottle washing, filling and capping, sealing and coding, and labelling and packing. Small plants start with semi-automatic machines; larger plants use a complete filling line. Selling sealed, labelled water needs KEBS certification before you start.
Key facts
- Treatment first: test the water and size the RO
- Wash → fill → cap → seal → code → label → pack
- Semi-automatic to start; a full line for high volume
- Sealed, labelled water needs KEBS certification
On this page
The stages of a bottling plant
| Stage | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Treatment | Sediment and carbon filters, RO, UV / ozone |
| Bottle washing | Bottle washer or rinser |
| Filling and capping | Manual, semi-automatic or automatic filler |
| Sealing | Induction or heat sealer, shrink sleeves |
| Coding | Batch and expiry date coder |
| Labelling and packing | Labeller, shrink wrap or cartons |
Filling and washing equipment
Semi Automatic Bottle Washing Machine and Glass Bottle Brushing MachineKSh 110,000
Water packing line 2000bphKSh 3,780,500
5 GALLON / 20 LITER MINERAL WATER FILLING MACHINEKSh 4,500,000| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Semi Automatic Bottle Washing Machine and Glass Bottle Brushing Machine | KSh 110,000 |
| Water packing line 2000bph | KSh 3,780,500 |
| 5 GALLON / 20 LITER MINERAL WATER FILLING MACHINE | KSh 4,500,000 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 30 September 2026).
Treatment for the plant
| Model | Size / capacity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 250LTR/HR WATER PURIFIER | 250 L | KSh 180,000 |
| RO Machine 250lph (1 Membrane System) | 250 LPH | KSh 290,000 |
| Htech 250LPH RO PURIFIER | 250 LPH | KSh 290,000 |
| Htech 500lph Ro water purifier | 500 LPH | KSh 380,000 |
| Htech 750lph Ro purifier plant | 750 LPH | KSh 500,000 |
| H-Tech 1000lph Industrial RO Water purifier | 1,000 LPH | KSh 929,775 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 30 September 2026). Full range: RO water purifiers.
Plant layout and hygiene
- Keep treatment, filling and storage in separate, clean areas.
- The filling room should be enclosed, tiled and easy to clean.
- Test the product water on a schedule and keep the records for inspections.
Related: KEBS certification for bottled water, industrial RO plants and ozone generators.
Frequently asked questions
What machines do I need for a bottled water plant?
Water treatment (RO + UV/ozone), a bottle washer, a filler and capper, a sealer, a batch coder and a labeller.
How much does bottling equipment cost?
Our washing and filling equipment ranges from KSh 110,000 to KSh 4,500,000; treatment is priced by capacity.
Do I need KEBS certification?
Yes, for sealed, labelled drinking water: KEBS.
Can I start small and expand?
Yes. Many plants start with semi-automatic machines and add a full line as sales grow.