Get the most out of your PET systems

Bolton, Ontario, Canada — PET system set up and condition have a significant impact on performance. For the best results, system process settings, machine calibrations, mold conditions, and general alignment must be properly adjusted, tuned and maintained. Systems in good condition yield increased productivity and improved part quality which can benefit the customer’s bottom line.

“Our programs consist of an initial detailed examination of the molding systems to highlight process deficiencies, expose system limitations, and identify areas for improvement,” says Rick Unterlander, Husky’s Process Optimization Manager. “We then put together a plan to implement the opportunities for optimization identified in the examination.”

“Our factory-wide programs have typically resulted in average cycle time improvements of 10 per cent, with a marked improvement in part quality and an increase in uptime efficiency,” he says.

Customized programs are designed for individual molding systems or complete factories. We provide audit information in a detailed report that outlines possibilities for improved performance. Then, we prepare an implementation strategy to capitalize on the the benefits of optimization.

Process audit

• Analyze extrusion and injection process parameters

• Examine preform quality

• Breakdown system sequencing, timing, and efficient motion utilization

• Investigate limitations that may impact cycle time reduction

• Estimate optimal cycle times for each preform type and system configuration

• Review applicable performance enhancing retrofits

• Summary of overall mold condition

• Examine resin dryer, including analysis of resin moisture content

• Review auxiliary equipment performance

Machine audit

• Review service and safety bulletin compliance

• Evaluate hydraulic components and performance, including oil analysis

• Review electrical circuitry and controls

• Evaluate condition of mechanical components

• Review system calibrations and tuning parameters

• Analyze system repeatability through data-logging

• Examine general machine condition and component integrity

• Review historical spare parts usage

• Review maintenance program

• Analyze power consumption

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Husky Injection Molding Systems

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