Blow Molding

Is There a Better Way to Heat PET Preforms for Stretch-Blow Molding?

Is near-infrared (NIR) heating better, faster and more energy efficient? So far, only two machine builders are making such claims for NIR in place of standard mid-infrared preform heating, though their systems appear to be well accepted. Meanwhile, an altogether different alternative is in the works.

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Blow Molding

Simpler Electric Extruder Drive for Reciprocating-Screw Machines

A new electric drive for the extruder screw from Velocity Equipment Solutions (VES) is said to be simpler and more energy-efficient. It’s retrofittable on reciprocating-screw blow molders from any supplier and is available on new custom-built machines from VES.

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Packaging

Fast Leak Tester for ‘Tricky’ Applications

New BottleStop leak tester from ALPS Inspection handles large, angled-neck and trouble-prone HDPE containers at up to 65 per minute.

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PolyJohn Turns to Blow Molding, Doubles Its Productivity

Leading maker of portable sanitation products knew thermoforming, sheet extrusion, rotomolding and injection molding. Then it found the missing link to higher productivity and new markets: blow molding.

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Blow Molding

Uniloy Launches E-Store for Genuine OEM Parts

On Nov. 4, Uniloy’s E-store for Genuine Uniloy Parts went live. It’s currently for reciprocating-screw blow molders but will be expanded to other types in future.

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Automation

SACMI’s PET Bottle and Labeling Machinery Integrated Into Omnia Techologies

SACMI Bottling and Labelling are now subunits of Omnia’s ACMI.

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sustainability

Plastics Technology Year in Review: Your Favorite Reads of 2024

A year-end review of the top stories showcasing industry trends, advancements and expert insights. Revisit the articles that captured the attention of the plastics community.

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Packaging

Amcor, Berry Merge in All-Stock Deal

Move unites two complementary 大象传媒es to create a global leader in consumer packaging.  

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PET

New ‘Eco-Audit’ for Your PET Bottle Lines

Sidel introduces a three-phase audit of environmental impact of PET stretch-blow molding operations.

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Packaging

Radial Wall-Thickness Control System Comes to the Americas

W. Müller USA now offers Feuerherm PWDS system for extrusion blow molding in North and Sourth America.

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Blending & Dosing