Extrusion blow molder for custom bottles

Enhance your production line by creating versatile and customized bottles with seamless integration, ensuring precise layering for optimal product protection and differentiation in a crowded market.

Forms and Molds Custom Liquid Bottles

The BottleTec™ Extrusion Blow Molder by JBT is a versatile solution for food and beverage manufacturers seeking flexibility in bottle production. It specializes in forming and molding lightweight HDPE bottles for a range of liquids, such as milk, plant-based beverages, juice, and pet food containers. This equipment operates on a continuous, high-speed basis, producing up to 7,500 bottles per hour with precision. The BottleTec™ seamlessly integrates into production lines, offering PLC-controlled operations and the ability to produce up to 15 different bottle designs, facilitating swift design changes. Its extrusion process allows for mono or multi-layer bottles, featuring oxygen and UV-blocking capabilities to protect product integrity. Available in materials resistant to chemical interactions, the system ensures compliance with industry standards while supporting energy-efficient operations. A built-in, easy-to-use CIP system ensures maintenance is straightforward and contamination-free. Additionally, JBT offers comprehensive engineering support to adapt the system to your specific production needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency by producing up to 7,500 bottles per hour.
  • Lowers production costs with multi-layer bottle options that protect product quality.
  • Facilitates rapid design changes for market adaptability, supporting up to 15 bottle designs.
  • Ensures product safety through oxygen and UV-blocking layers, preserving product integrity.
  • Streamlines maintenance with an integrated CIP system for fast, contamination-free cleaning.

General


Applications
Beverages,Pet food,Dairy alternatives,Coffee,Juices,Tea,Dairy
End products
Iced tea bottles,Almond milk bottles,Sports drink bottles,Energy drink bottles,Plant-based milk bottles,Fruit juice bottles,Pet food containers,Beverage cartons,Milk bottles,Cold brew coffee bottles
Steps before
Preform preparation,Material blending,Extrusion
Steps after
Filling,Labelling,Packaging,Quality inspection
Input ingredients
HDPE resin,plastic pellets
Output ingredients
HDPE bottles,mono-layer bottles,multi-layer bottles,UV-blocking bottles,oxygen-blocking bottles
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.

Technical Specifications


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Operating Characteristics


Versatility
Bottles in various shapes and sizes
Production Rate
Up to 7,500 bottles/hour
Production Flexibility
Open,closed,and sterile-closed bottles
Capacity Range
0.2 liters to 1.5 liters
Layer Options
Mono- and multi-layer bottles
Protection Features
Oxygen and UV-blocking layers
Conversion Flexibility
4-15 bottle designs
Changeover Time
Easy conversion
Cost Efficiency
Reduces labor and costs
Automation Level
PLC-controlled

Material Compatibility


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Product type Characteristics


Bottle production type
Open,closed,sterile-closed
Bottle shape versatility
Customizable

Physical Characteristics


Bottle size range
0.2 liters to 1.5 liters
Bottle design customization
4-15 bottle designs

Custom Options


Bottle size range
0.2 liters to 1.5 liters
Production Configuration
Open,closed,and sterile-closed bottle production
Layer options
Mono- or multi-layer bottles with oxygen and UV blocking layers
Carousel capacity
4-15 bottle designs
Design flexibility
Produce bottles of nearly any shape