A blow molder is only as reliable as its control system, and the MP55D PETG blow molding equipment puts a Techmation PLC at the centre of every cycle. Timings, temperatures, screw speed and parison programming all run from one touchscreen, with an optional B&R control package and optional MOOG parison control for processors who need finer wall-thickness control. Setup becomes a stored recipe instead of a series of manual adjustments.
Because each job's parameters are saved and recalled by number, a shift change no longer risks drifting settings. The operator pulls up the recipe, the machine reproduces the previous setup, and the first bottle off the line already meets weight. That repeatability is what turns a good PETG blow molding equipment specification into consistent production.
Key Features
- Techmation PLC Standard: touchscreen control of temperatures, timings, speed and sequence.
- Optional B&R Package: an upgrade path for plants standardised on B&R controls.
- Optional MOOG Parison Control: tightens wall-thickness control on demanding bottles.
- Stored Recipes: save and recall each job's parameters by number for repeatable setup.
- Guided Operation: on-screen sequence shortens the learning curve for new operators.
- Process Logging: supports quality records and fault diagnosis.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Model | MP55D PLC-controlled extrusion blow molder |
| Standard Control | Techmation PLC |
| Optional Control | B&R package |
| Parison Control | MOOG (optional) |
| Setup Storage | Job recipes by number |
| Operator Interface | Touchscreen |
| Container Range | 5 ml to 1 L |
| Screw Diameter | 55 mm, L/D 24 |
| Screw Speed | 0 - 65 r/min |
| Total Machine Power | 33.34 kW |
| Air Working Pressure | 0.6 - 0.8 MPa |
| Machine Size (LxWxH) | 2.87 x 2.14 x 2.35 m |
Applications
- Plants running many SKUs that need fast, repeatable recipe changeovers
- Factories training new operators who rely on guided touchscreen prompts
- Lines that must log process data for quality records
- Producers wanting an upgrade path to finer parison control
Clear, consistent control also shortens the learning curve for a new machine. Instead of memorising dial positions, an operator follows the screen, and the PETG blow molding equipment enforces the correct sequence for each step. For a factory that rotates staff across shifts, that standardisation protects both product quality and machine life.
Packaging and Quality Assurance
The control cabinet is wired, labelled and function-tested before dispatch, with a printed I/O schedule and backup of factory recipes included. Machines ship on wooden pallets with optional crating. MEPER provides remote setup assistance during commissioning so the Techmation PETG blow molding equipment is running to spec from the first production day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does the control system matter so much on a PETG blow molding equipment?
A: Because timings, temperatures and wall thickness decide whether every bottle matches the sample. A Techmation PLC stores each job as a numbered recipe, so the machine reproduces the same setup shift after shift instead of relying on an operator's memory or judgement.
Q: Can the machine be supplied with B&R or MOOG options?
A: Yes. Techmation is standard, while a B&R control package and MOOG parison control are available as options, which lets the machine fit the control standards and wall-thickness demands of your existing plant.
Q: How hard is it to train operators on this extrusion blow molding machine?
A: The touchscreen walks the operator through each step in order, so new staff reach consistent output quickly. Because settings are stored as recipes, training focuses on loading moulds and material rather than on memorising machine adjustments.
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