PET Technologies

APF-Max series for blow molders for PET containers has output between 3000 and 14000 bph with basic bottles volume 0.2–3.0l and some versions up to 8l. All the equipment range has quick changeover for another preform type with 18 mm - 48 mm neck diameters.

Quick change and flexibility:
• 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 8-cavities configurations
• Option to increase the output by installation of additional blow mold cavities
• APF-Max U modification – flexible change of cavities number for 0.2-2.0l, 4-6 and 8l
• Modular blow mold system with separated mold cavities

NIR heating and low total installed power:
• Near infrared (NIR) heating system consumes less energy, its waves are more intensive
• More efficient system than convectional IR
• Heating modules with only 7 lamps
• Quick-change mandrels in the heater for another preform neck

All-electric configuration:
• 6 servo drives: mold closing unit, stretching unit, heater rotation, preform transfer to the blowing unit and bottle outfeed system
• Pressure control in the blow mold
• Preblow controlled via PLC
• Automatic temperature regulation

User-friendly concept and innovative design:
• Streamline form and alternative coloring that meet corporate style
• PLC that stands alone from the machine makes it easier to operate
• All the communications are connected from the top of the machine
• Electric cabinet backside

APF-Max blow molder compact overall dimensions due to the NIR heating system make it easy to transport both by land and by sea to 5 continents. PET Technologies service centers and representatives in Europe, Asia, North and South America support with the maintenance and start-up.

Blow molds and mold holders by PET Technologies

Production:
- Bottle volume 0.1 - 40 liters
- For rotary and linear blow molding machines of all known brands
- Short production time
- 5-axis CNC machining centers to process surfaces of any complexity
- Anodizing (optional)

PET Technologies offers a complete solution:

- Experience
Own R&D department for blow molds has been developing bottles for more than 20 years. CATIA V5 — is an advanced technical solution for design and optimization. It is used by leading companies in many industries to develop the products we use in our everyday lives.

- Materials
For cooling units’ manufacturing we use duralumin alloys of German production of the 6000th series with a hardness of up to 100HB. The unique mechanical properties of this type of aluminum has an optimum ratio of hardness and plasticity for shock loads.

- Production
5-axis CNC machining centers for molding surfaces processing of any complexity: high automation level (production cost-cutting), high precision and processing speed, products’ manufacturing of any complexity.

- Anodizing
An electrochemical coating provides: additional hardness, increases wear resistance, protects against corrosion.

- Quality
Blow molds and mold holders fully match the specifications of the original manufacturers: construction, connection dimensions.
Cooling systems are tested hydraulically to prevent leaks.

- Short lead times
- Warranty