Modification and Development of a Blow Molding Machine

Bassam A. Al-Helou

Faculty of Engineering Technology, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan.

DOI: 10.4236/eng.2012.44025                

Abstract

This study is based on the modification and development of a two-liter plastic container blow molding machine into a five-liter one provided with a translucent view stripe. This study considers some objectives including reducing the total cost, increasing the amount of plastic recovery, and raising the desired plastic materials. Proper designs were prepared and directly applied on spot. Tangible results were obtained. Among others, the modification of some components of the machine, e.g. the extruder, has led to the possible reuse of the milled (recovery) and extra material from the manufacturing processes. That was also conducive to an effective reduction in the cost of production to 50% in some cases. Prior to its modification, this old machine was used to produce polyvinyl chloride (PVC) containers that have become prohibited these days for their damaging effect on man’s life. For now, and after modification, it has become possible to use High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) material, a fact that has improved labor conditions, too.

Keywords

Blow Molding Machines; Translucent View Stripe; Container; Extruder

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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