Husky eases route to multi-layer PET

(Published November 2007) Husky Injection Molding Systems is working with Kortec to offer users standard HyPET preform systems that can be upgraded to full multi-layer moulding capability in the future.

The Kortec-ready option will include a special stationary platen and machine base, upgrades to the electrical and hydraulic systems, and modifications to machine controls. These new standardised features allow for a quick and easy post-delivery upgrade to the Kortec multi-layer system.

“With the Kortec-ready system, preform moulders can now quickly and easily upgrade from a mono-layer system to multi-layer system when the need arises,” says John Kermet, Kortec vice president of sales and marketing.

The Husky co-injection upgrade package will include all the necessary machine components, including Kortec’s co-injection hot runner system, integration technology and process development/optimisation support from Kortec’s multi-layer preform experts.

Improvements in barrier technologies have led to an increased use of PET for a variety of new beverage packaging projects. Barrier technologies can also provide the advantage of enabling further light weighting of existing PET bottle designs.

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