Sipa, Athena form partnership to produce new Xform 300 PET preform system

March 3, 2015
Xform 300:  This Xform 300 PET preform system, from Sipa SpA in partnership with Athena Automation, features a unique post-mold cooling system that boosts output performance for a wide range of preforms. Cooling preforms faster and better, the 96-cavity platform is ideal for large runs and quick mold changes. The system can run any mold, old or new, OEM-built or not, in total freedom, from ultra-thin wall to wide mouth. The "Athena for Sipa" PET preform systems are sold and serviced worldwide under the Xform brand by Sipa, with Athena's support.

XFORM 300  This Xform 300 PET preform system, from Sipa SpA in partnership with Athena Automation, features a unique post-mold cooling system that boosts output performance for a wide range of preforms. Cooling preforms faster and better, the 96-cavity platform is ideal for large runs and quick mold changes. The system can run any mold, old or new, OEM-built or not, in total freedom, from ultra-thin wall to wide mouth. The "Athena for Sipa" PET preform systems are sold and serviced worldwide under the Xform brand by Sipa, with Athena's support.

WHAT'S NEW?  Introduction of the Xform 300 at a trade show. At NPE, the Xform 300 is running a 72-cavity mold.

BENEFITS  Short cycle times, high shot-to-shot quality, low energy consumption, and maximum flexibility.

Athena Automation Ltd., Vaughn, Ontario, and Sipa North America Inc., Atlanta,  905-265-0277 (Athena), www.sipa-xform.com