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MOLD HIGHER QUALITY, ECONOMICAL CO-INJECTED PARTS FOR LESS. Significantly reduce your capital investment requirements. The proven KORTEC Connect Co-Injection solution includes everything to easily and economically convert existing single shot injection molding equipment over to produce co-injected PET preforms and other parts. With the KORTEC Connect system, molders also have the flexibility to work with any machine and mold (cold half) supplier. | MOLD HIGHER QUALITY, ECONOMICAL CO-INJECTED PARTS FOR LESS. Significantly reduce your capital investment requirements. The proven KORTEC Connect Co-Injection solution includes everything to easily and economically convert existing single shot injection molding equipment over to produce co-injected PET preforms and other parts. With the KORTEC Connect system, molders also have the flexibility to work with any machine and mold (cold half) supplier. | ||
Revision as of 08:07, 6 February 2019
| Milacron | |
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| Headquarters | Cinncinnati, Ohio, USA |
Number of locations | 150 worldwide |
Number of employees | >5,000 |
| Website | www.milacron.com |
Milacron LLC is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the plastic technology and processing industry. Milacron is the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems, injection molding, blow molding and extrusion equipment, mold components, industrial supplies plus a wide range of advanced fluid technologies. Visit Milacron at www.milacron.com
Milacron supports the PET packaging sector primarily through its Mold-Masters product brand. Mold-Masters specializes in supplying hot runners, for standard or co-injection applications, specific to preforms, containers and caps/closures. Mold-Masters products are engineered to improve part quality, increase productivity and lower production costs.
Brands
Milacron Product Brands:
- Ferromatik
- Uniloy
- Mold-Masters
- DME
- Cimcool
- Tirad
- Canterburry: screws & barrels for extrusion & injection moulded aftermarket products
- Genca
Heritage Brands
- Cincinnati Milacron
- KORTEC Co-injection now a product line under Mold-Masters. Supplier of turnkey co-injection hot halves and systems
- Servtek now a Milacron aftermarket service (global afermarket replacement parts service)
- Wear Technology now a Milacron aftermarket service (rebuilder and manufacturer of screws)
Products/Technology
Mold-Masters KORTEC Connect Co-Injection System
MOLD HIGHER QUALITY, ECONOMICAL CO-INJECTED PARTS FOR LESS. Significantly reduce your capital investment requirements. The proven KORTEC Connect Co-Injection solution includes everything to easily and economically convert existing single shot injection molding equipment over to produce co-injected PET preforms and other parts. With the KORTEC Connect system, molders also have the flexibility to work with any machine and mold (cold half) supplier.
KORTEC co-injection technology is fully customizable to create a moisture gas or light barrier for containers of all shapes and sizes. KORTEC barrier technology can make up as little as 3% of total part weight and has the ability to extend shelf life of products up to 5x more than conventional methods. Lastly, co-injected parts can be produced at the same rate as mono-layer parts. Milacron provides extensive experience and a successful track record – plus a global support network.
Learn more about Kortec Connect
Mold-Masters Sprint Hot Runners
LIGHTNING FAST, SPECIALIZED CAPS AND CLOSURE SYSTEM Sprint systems are optimized for reliable high speed molding, between 2 - 6 seconds, of high quality parts. Capable of fast color changes ensures maximum productivity and efficiency. Brazed Heater Technology provides precise thermal profile with exceptional reliability that eliminates spare heater costs. Specifically engineered for use in caps and closure applications, Sprint hot runners are available with an industry leading 10 year warranty.
Learn more about Sprint Hot Runner Systems
Mold-Masters Axiom Hot Runners
FULLY BALANCED IN-LINE PET VALVE GATING SOLUTION. Axiom provides 1-40 drop hot half systems designed for injection blow mold (IBM) and injection stretch blow machines (ISBM). Specifically engineered to meet the requirements of the competitive PET bottle manufacturing industry.
- Decreased cycle time & improved balance
- Superior bottle & gate quality
- Fast, simple start-up
- Rapid color change performance
Axiom hot runners are available with an industry leading 10 year warranty.
Learn more about Axiom Hot Runner Systems
Mold-Masters TempMaster Hot Runner Temperature Control Systems
THE INDUSTRY’S MOST ADVANCED CONTROLLER PLATFORM All TempMaster controllers feature APS (Adaptive Process System) technology. APS is the industry’s leading heat control algorithm delivering unmatched precision and reliability. TempMaster controllers optimize the performance of any hot runner system and unlock any operations full potential. APS Technology helps to:
- Enhance Part Quality
- Reduce Scrap
- Improve Part Consistency
- Lower Power Consumption
- Maximize Profit Margins
TempMaster controllers contain many advanced features and are capable of controlling over 500 zones. All TempMaster controllers feature intuitive touch screen controls and modular control cards for ease of use and service. TempMaster controllers also offer most compact in class dimensions in order to save valuable floor space.
Learn more about Mold-Masters Process Controll Systems
History
Milacron, previously Cincinnati Milling Machine Company, reincorporated in 1970 and has grown immensely over the years. After completing extensive acquisitions in 2015 that included: Milacron Plastics Machinery, Mold Masters, DME, Milacron Aftermarket and Cimcool, the businesses were consolidated under the Milacron name and now operate as brands of the company. Milacron LLC (MCRN) is currently a publically traded company on the NYSE. Visit Milacron at www.milacron.com
References
PETplanet Insider Articles
Issue 09 / 2016: System solutions
Issue 04 / 2016: Singing from the same hymn sheet
Issue 04 / 2015: New 300t PET system
Issue 03 / 2015: Increased speed for PET an PP production
Issue 10 / 2014: Milacron to invest USD30 million to expand India production capacity
Issue 03 / 2014: Triple the light fantastic
Issue 03 / 2014: Milacron buys Kortec
Issue 03 / 2014: Milacron buys IMSI and PPM
Issue 10 / 2013: Ferromatik Milacron India´s holds an ‚open house‘
Issue 09 / 2013: Mold-Masters
Issue 05 / 2013: Milacron appoints Chief Operating Officer
Issue 04 / 2013: Performance boost for installed preform systems
Issue 03 / 2013: Mold-Masters merges with Milacron
Issue 09 / 2012: Barriers under control
Issue 05 / 2012: Mold-Masters and Plastec USA sign agent agreement
Issue 05 / 2012: Kortec moves house
Issue 03 / 2012: Management changes at Mold-Masters
Issue 03 / 2012: Co-injection technology
Issue 01 / 2011: New player in the preform tooling firmament
Issue 01 / 2011: New CEO for Mold-Masters
Issue 11 / 2010: Mold-Master acquires Abba Systems, announces MasterPET brand
Issue 09 / 2010: Mold-Masters opens new office in Mexico
Issue 04 / 2010: New hotrunner factory in India
Issue 06 / 2009: Milacron sell-off agreed
Issue 06 / 2009: Fast, Faster, Vitesse
Issue 05 / 2009: Milacron Inc. USA to be sold
External links
Milacron Website
Milacron Videos on YouTube
