Milacron Introduces PowerPAK Injection Line

Batavia, Ohio – Milacron has introduced a new injection molding machine line, the Cincinnati Milacron PowerPAK, which features advanced earth-friendly technology and incorporates and extends beyond the proven designs of the Cincinnati Milacron Powerline NT series, a market leader for the decade.

The PowerPAK is an electric-based machine with selectable axis configuration (SAC). The new model is available as an all electric on all 4 machine axes (clamp, injection, ejection, extruder), or as a combination of the ejector and injection axis as hydraulic. The clamp and extruder remains “all electric” on all model configurations. The final design of the machine is based upon the customer application. The new model offers processors a high level of flexibility with machine design and provides the lowest energy consumption in the packaging industry for thin-wall, high-speed consumer applications.

“Initial models of the PowerPAK are available in sizes of 440 and 550 U.S. tons of clamping force. New models with clamping force up to 1,125 tons are will be available in the near future.

“The new Cincinnati Milacron PowerPAK complements Milacron’s range of packaging machinery from around the world,” said Glenn Anderson, Milacron’s VP of Global Key Accounts. “Our new injection machine model is in response to customer input for machinery with flexibility and for new technology for packaging applications. The Cincinnati Milacron injection machine brand is strong and growing in a vital industry segment.” added Anderson.

Enhanced Machine Performance of PowerPAK

• Unique NO-FLEX platen design offers lower tonnage requirements than competitive models
• The only electric-based clamp with an improved greaseless solution for stack molds
• Enhanced injection rates, pressure and performance: 200in³/sec and 34,800 psi
• Hybrid and all-electric injection and eject axis offering electric power where needed and hydraulic power where needed
• Greaseless part drop area, excellent for medical, packaging and clean-room applications
• The only electric-based machine with stack mold capability, optional tie bar supports, and an optional integrated greaseless carrier system
• Plasticizing capacity up to 1000 lbs/hr of 4 MI HDPE
• Multiple extruder diameters for optimal plasticizing, color mixing and low temperature melt performance
• Optional accumulator injection and ejection capability
• New HIGH-FLOW unscrewing rack circuits
• New EJECT-BUMP circuit (patent pending) for ejecting frozen parts off cores in high-cavitation molds
• Selectable accumulator assisted axis, as needed for specific applications
• New BYPASS screen filters for increased use of recycled materials

Standard Features of PowerPAK

• Mosaic control with enhanced capabilities and multiple language capabilities
• SERVTEK feed screw technology including the BARR® VBET feed screw
• Elimination of expensive, troublesome servo valve technology
• Split base design for easier rigging and installation, especially in tight spaces. The split base design also offers significant savings on international shipment
• Proven engineering designs that utilize FEA’s critical analysis for high-speed packaging molding
• Dynamic proven Milacron toggle design with very low platen deflection
• Lower tonnage requirements than many conventional hybrid type machine offerings
• New “walk up” base design for easier access to high cavitation and stack molds
• Easy integration with high-speed automation and downstream equipment
• Linear bearing guidance of moving platen for improved speed and long life

Earth Friendly Technology From Milacron

The Milacron PowerPAK  has sustainable features for processors:

• Energy savings, up to 60% less compared to competitive packaging machine models
• Clean operations
• Low carbon footprint versus many competitive models
• Lower dB levels
• Lower operation costs
• Lower installation costs
• Compliant with all US safety codes
• Manufactured in the USA in a responsible state-of-the-art facility
• Local service support and extensive parts support through SERVTEK

About Milacron

First incorporated in 1884, Milacron is a leading global supplier of plastics-processing technologies and industrial fluids, with major manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. Milacron knows what matters in manufacturing, and every day, puts this know how to work to help customers improve their productivity, cut costs, increase energy efficiency, eliminate scrap and reduce cycle times. Visit www.milacron.com for more information.

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For additional information, please contact:
Bob Starr, Director of Marketing, +1-248-544-5718 or bob_starr@milacron.com