UV Rail on preform infeed [2007]

2007 - UV Rail on preform infeed
After
  • Machine type Blowers MATRIX
  • O&U Themes Product quality
  • Complexity2/3
  • Machine Sub-assemblypreform rail

Description

Replacement of the standard rail by a rail UV

This option can have an impact on machine footprint.

The final design of the solution is linked to the customer layout validation


Key message
Increase hygiene level on final product

Machine application

Matrix blowers


Benefits

Operating principle

Decontamination of the preforms external side and of the necks by UV (6-12 lamps with UV filter glass). The preforms are exposed to shortwave radiation when they pass through the infeed rail.

 

Main benefits

Decontamination of the preform necks.

Germicidal action on bacteria.