Rotary stretch-blow moulders for Pet bottles

Achieve efficient and high-speed production of diverse plastic containers with our rotary stretch-blow moulders, ideal for creating everything from water bottles to cosmetic containers while optimizing energy use and reducing operational costs.

Shapes and Blows PET and rPET Bottles

The EBS K ERGON series from SMI S.p.A. are ultra-compact, fully electronic rotary stretch-blow moulders, ideal for efficiently producing an array of PET and rPET bottles. Designed for the food and beverage industry, these moulders seamlessly integrate into high-speed production lines, with capacities reaching up to 10,000 bottles per hour. They utilize a rotary design to achieve precise blow moulding through synchronized stretching and air pressure phases, ensuring consistent quality across various bottle shapes and sizes. With motorized stretch rods and integrated heating and moulding modules, energy consumption is reduced by leveraging high-efficiency IR lamps and air recovery systems. Automation is handled by the sophisticated Motornet System® ensuring stability and ease of operation through PLC controls. The moulders feature rounded safety doors for effortless maintenance and cleaning. Each unit is available with customizable options, including cavity numbers and motorized adjustments for mold settings, catering to diverse production requirements.

Benefits

  • Achieves rapid production speeds up to 10,000 bottles per hour, enhancing throughput efficiency.
  • Decreases energy costs through dual-stage air recovery and high-efficiency infrared heating.
  • Simplifies maintenance with ergonomic design and accessible safety doors.
  • Enables precise quality control with integrated automation systems, reducing waste.
  • Adapts to various production needs with customizable settings for bottle shapes and sizes.

General


Applications
Food,Pp bottles,Pet bottles,Rpet bottles,Beverage,Plastic containers
End products
Sauce bottles,Sports drink bottles,Household cleaner bottles,Cooking oil bottles,Water bottles,Soft drink bottles,Juice bottles,Shampoo bottles,Cosmetic containers,Detergent bottles
Steps before
Preform creation,Preform inspection,Preform feeding,Preform heating
Steps after
Bottle inspection,Filling,Capping,Packaging
Input ingredients
PET preforms,rPET preforms,PP preforms
Output ingredients
PET bottles,rPET bottles,PP bottles,plastic containers
Market info
SMI Group is known for designing and manufacturing innovative packaging machinery and bottling plants. They provide cutting-edge solutions for ETO equipment, emphasizing flexibility, reliability, and efficiency in serving industries like food, beverage, and consumer goods.

Technical Specifications


Output Rate
Up to 10,000 bottles/hour
Bottle Size Diameter
Min Ø = 44 mm,Max Ø = 120 mm
Cavities
2,3,4
Preform Heating
Infrared lamps,with cooling systems
Stretch-Blow Moulding Phases
Stretching and pre-blowing,final blowing
Mould Mechanical Unit Motorization
Ensures precision in mould operations
Automation
Electronic control with Motornet System®
Energy Consumption
Reduced due to high-efficiency IR lamps and air recovery system
Structure
Ultra-compact with rounded safety doors
Rotary Stretch-Blow Moulding System
Motorized stretch rods with no pneumatic cams
Preform Feeding
Hopper to unscrambler to heating module infeed
Accuracy in Preform Checks
Detects size and vertical position

Operating Characteristics


Output Rate
Up to 10,000 bottles/hour
Bottle Size Range
44 mm to 120 mm diameter
Automation Level
Electronically controlled,no pneumatic cams
Energy Efficiency
IR lamps,double-stage air recovery system
Cooling System
Liquid-fed and air-fed cooling systems in the heating module
Maintenance Requirements
Minimized maintenance costs
Integration Level
Preform heating and stretch-blow moulding modules integrated
Flexibility
Quick change of stretch speed without mechanical intervention
Safety Features
Rounded safety doors for easy cleaning and maintenance

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Container shape
Various shapes from simple to sophisticated

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
Ultra-compact
Module Integration
Preform heating and stretch-blow moulding in single module
Safety Doors
Slightly rounded
Control Panel Type
Electronic
Cooling Systems
Liquid-fed and air-fed
Carousel
Equipped with motorized stretch rods

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
Electronic Drives
Integration with Small Bottling Lines
Compatible
Changeover Operations
Optimized Automation and Control
Stretch Speed Control
Electronic Management