UCS 10.E At K 2022, Uniloy displayed the latest addition to its all-electric UCS series, which includes machines with up to 30 tons of clamping force. The UCS 10.ED Coex 3 continuous extrusion shuttle blow molding machine, with 10 tons of clamping force, was shown producing 5-liter F-style jerrycans with handles, three-layer construction and a view stripe in a 1+1 cavity. Its Uniloy M 160 Coex 3 extrusion head ran with three independent extruders, in a 20/60/20 configuration. The addition of optimized Uniloy extruder screws allows the middle layer to use up to 100 percent regrind or post-consumer recyclate.
What’s new? The UCS 10.E, which includes a totally redesigned HMI. The new controls employ the Uni-Smart interface, which is designed to be intuitive and allow for faster setup and simple customization.
Benefits Lower energy consumption and quieter operation. The all-electric UCS line uses 40 percent less energy than traditional hydraulic shuttle machines, and can be used in clean-room or aseptic production lines. It has one of the smallest footprints on the market. The UCS 10.E boasts the same Industry 4.0-ready capabilities of the entire UCS line. It has an OPC-UA connection, allowing for remote production control and maintenance operations via cable or Wi-Fi.
Uniloy Inc., Tecumseh, Mich., 517-424-8900, www.uniloy.com
David Tillett | Associate Editor
Associate Editor David Tillett writes and edits for Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing, Plastics Recycling and The Journal of Blow Molding. He covers new products, industry news, patents and consumer and business equipment. He has more than 20 years of experience in daily newspaper, online and magazine journalism.
