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NEWS For Immediate Release
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LAS VEGAS, Nev., Oct. 5,
2009 – W. Amsler Equipment Inc., based in Richmond Hill,
Ont., has unveiled the L120 series, a new line of all-electric reheat
stretch-blow molding machines for production of PET water containers up
to 18.9-L (5 gal.). The company made the introduction at the International
Bottled Water Association’s (IBWA) Convention and the Pack Expo
trade show, both in Las Vegas Oct. 5-9.
The three new models represent Amsler’s entry in reheat stretch-blow
machines for larger water containers, according to John Kowal, Amsler
project manager. “We have seen a growing demand for larger reheat
machines as the bottled water industry moves increasingly to PET as a
replacement for polycarbonate in 5-gal water bottles,” explains
Kowal. Five-gallon PET water containers are a BPA-free option and offer
durability, clarity, and recyclability.
The L120 convertible is a fully automatic unit that can be used in one-,
two-, or three-cavity modes for production of 4-L to 22-L containers.
The high-output L120 makes 18.9-L (5 gal) containers at about 300/hr,
15-L (4 gal) at 1000/hr, and 4-L (1 gal) containers at 3000/hr. Neck sizes
range from 28 mm to 70 mm.
The new range also includes the LM 120, a semi-automatic, monoblock reheat
machine with manual preform loading. It is a one-piece unit that produces
18.9-L (5-gal) containers at 170/hr. Neck sizes range from 33 mm to 63
mm. Rounding out the large-container machine range is the entry level
M120. It is said to be the most affordable option for bottlers who want
to manufacture their own containers, according to Kowal. The single-cavity
M120 is equipped with manual preform loading and has separate preheat
and blowing units. The compact machine produces 3.8-L (1 gal) containers
at 120/hr and 18.9-L (5-gal) at 80/hr. Neck sizes range from 33 mm to
80 mm.
All three new models offer unique advantages compared to hydraulics. They
deliver high output per cavity, energy savings of 50%, greater precision,
smaller footprint, faster speed, reduced maintenance, and quicker mold
changeovers, according to Amsler.
The new machines have already found commercial use in 5-gal water containers.
As an added service, the company also supplies 18.9-L (5 gal.) preforms
for these machines.
About W. Amsler Equipment Inc.
W. Amsler Equipment Inc. is a privately-held Canadian company founded
in 1994 by Werner Amsler. The company manufactures state-of-the-art, highly-efficient
reheat stretch-blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment for manufacturers
of plastic containers for the carbonated soft drink, water, and food industries.
The product line includes linear machines with output up to10,000 bottles/hr
and rotary equipment for up to 24,000 bottles/hr. The company was one
of the first to develop all-electric machines which provide users with
highly-repeatable processing, energy savings up to 50% vs. hydraulics,
and a 75% reduction in maintenance costs.
Amsler also supplies auxiliary equipment for complete blow bolding plants,
water treatment, and filling lines. These products include bottle-inspection
units, air compressors, process chillers, mold temperature-control units,
blow-dome spin-off trimmers, gaylord dumpers, vacuum conveyors, and blow
molds. The company has also partnered with companies to provide turnkey
liquid filling equipment. More details are available at www.amslerequipment.net
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