Muller Technology Colorado (formerly CBW Automation), a leading US supplier of robots and automation solutions for thin-wall packaging, has announced the launch of the M-Line robot, a new integrated robotic and automation system which delivers significantly greater flexibility and versatility for production of injection moulded packaging.
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Muller Technology launches M-Line for injection moulded packaging
The new automation line represents an evolution from previous designs and a major refinement which expands the window of applications for packaging manufacturers.
The M-Line accommodates multiple mould types/pitches and multiple cavitation, unlike current automation systems which are restricted to certain moulds and specified cavitation. Processors are adapting to shorter-term business contracts which can negatively affect overall machine utilisation, according to Muller.
The highly flexible M-Line enables processors to adapt to market fluctuations and changing production volumes, thus enabling higher machine utilisation.
VP Engineering John Taggert said: “Our newly designed M-Line provides an unprecedented level of flexibility and versatility that significantly raises machine output and efficiency. The M-Line can facilitate an increase in machine utilisation to near 90 per cent, compared to the current standard of sub-80 per cent utilisation rates.”
The M-Line, which consists of three models for various injection machine sizes, was jointly developed by Muller Technology Colorado and its sister company, Swiss-based Muller Technology Conthey. The global platform will be manufactured in Switzerland and Colorado. A total of seven units have already been sold in North America.
