Sumitomo (SHI) Demag is focusing its efforts on supporting fast-cycling packaging manufacturers to switch to cleaner and more efficient all-electric technologies. In addition to more than halving energy consumption, the fast cycle times and all-electric machine reliability are driving growth at scale for packaging manufacturers, reports Arnaud Nomblot, Director Business Development Packaging.
Blending the company’s high-speed and all-electric expertise, PAC-E saves packaging processors up to 50% in energy costs. Co-developed and tested in collaboration with the largest cap manufacturers in the world, the PAC-E machine has had both its ecological and economic benefits fully verified.
The drinktec PAC-E 420t exhibit features a 72-cavity tool from Z-Moulds, reliably producing 2,100 26/22 beverage caps every minute. The cell also comprises a mould area dehumidification system from Eisbär. IMDVista handles the entire downstream process: handling, cooling, inspection, sorting, and also a customized final packaging solution.
The machine pushes the limits in producing lightweight packaging with the fastest dry cycle time and an injection speed up to 550 mm/s. PAC-E is also cleaner, with a closed-loop lubrication system for producing applications with high hygiene requirements, such as food packaging and medical parts.
