High-Performance Hot Runner System Fills Thinner Preforms

Mold-Masters recently unveiled its PET-Series hot runner system which delivers consistent, high-performance processing capabilities for optimized preform quality. Like several of its other product offerings, Mold-Masters says the PET-Series focuses on increasing productivity, enhancing reliability and lowering part costs.

The PET-Series hot runner enables customers to fill thinner preforms (light weighting), to save resin as a result of HR balance and less variation in preform weight, reduction in cycle time due to faster fill time and a wider process window, along with a reduction of AA content. PET-Series is compatible with any major brand of PET-preform mold and is available in a wide range of industry standard configurations. Custom configurations are also available upon request.

The system also features a range of advanced technologies, including PET nozzles, a PET actuator and the company’s iFlow Manifold technology. The nozzles are characterized by improved thermal profile, increased service life of the nozzle tip insulators and has low power consumption. The actuators reduce PET dust and extend piston seal life, extend service intervals and minimize unscheduled downtime and offer quick and easy pin access. Finally, Mold-Master’s iFlow Manifold technology, which is said to offer best in-class melt management, provides extensive flexibility for design optimization and retains industry leading mold fill balance.