All-electric Reciprocating-screw Blow Molding Machine This AE all-electric, quick change extrusion blow molder for HDPE containers from Velocity Equipment Solutions is the result of a three-year R&D cooperative between Velocity and Nampak Plastics Europe Ltd.
What's New? Electro-mechanical actuators replace the use of hydraulic cylinders, pumps and actuators. The first quick change machine, developed for Nampak, is capable of changing production from a 2.3-liter, 35-gram bottle on 10 heads to a 1.1 liter, 22-gram container on 12 heads within eight hours.
Benefits Elimination of potential failure points, such as ball splines, thrust assemblies, and hydraulic components, for lower maintenance costs and safer operation. The AE is built with tool steel for longer life.
Velocity Equipment Solutions LLC, 800-521-1368, www.velocityes.com
