PETpla.net Insider 11 / 2018

TRADE SHOW PREVIEW PET planet Insider Vol. 19 No. 11/18 www.petpla.net 55 energy consumption, as well as an eco-friendly process. The stretch-blow moulding carou- sel is equipped with motorised stretch rods, controlled by electronic drives which do not require mechanical cams. This arrangement is designed to deliver precise control of the path of the stretch rod, significant energy sav- ings and require less maintenance. The stretch-blow moulding system uses high-performance, low-dead volume valves, which help to reduce pre-blowing and blowing times, improve machine efficiency and boost product quality. SMI describes its Ecobloc Ergon K series as an ultra-compact system for stretch-blow moulding, filling and capping PET con- tainers up to 3 l. It uses the same rotary technology and is suitable for production requirements from 1,000 to 9,000 bph. The EV models are designed to be suitable for milk and still water bot- tling lines; the EV versions are intended for edible oils. The Ecobloc version does not require rinser and the conveyor belts between the stretch-blow moulder and the filler. Electronic control and flow meter- controlled high-efficiency valves are designed to provide a precise and fast filling and capping process. False bottles integrated in the valve itself contrib- utes to reduced prepara- tion and cleaning time. The newly designed, unwelded modular frame incorpo- rates safety doors made of tempered, highly resistant, long-lasting glass. SMI says that the “combi” solution of the Ecobloc Ergon K Series offers attractive value for money and is an innovative solution for even small bot- tling lines. www.smigroup.it Via Scodoncello n° 41/E - 43044 Collecchio (PR) - Italy - Tel.: +39 0521 541011 Everything and more... cooperating together global solutions for containers in PET and other plastic materials Design, construction & installation of: • Systems for handling & storing all types of plastic containers • Linear blow molders for PET bottles LANFRANCHI S.r.l. www.lanfranchi.it innovation plastic container Design, industrialization, blow molds & prototype sampling for PET containers IPC S.r.l. www.ipcsolution.it