We at Integrated Solutions Plastic Extrusion Machinery are incredibly proud to announce we will now be offering Agripak's most recent innovation: the world's largest CARTONPLAST COEXTRUSION LINE, boasting an impressive 3500 mm width. This monumental line, aptly nicknamed the "BEAST" by our delighted clients, significantly surpasses expectations with a proven production rate of 1400 kg/h.
The successful pre-shipment testing of this record-breaking line, witnessed by a highly satisfied client who promptly signed the acceptance protocol, marks a significant step forward in the production of high-quality PP hollow profile sheets.
What Makes the Agripak 3500 mm Cartonplast Coextrusion Line Unique?
Beyond its sheer size, this extrusion line incorporates several cutting-edge features that set it apart globally:
- Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Both the main (180 mm) and coextruder (100 mm) feature a novel heating system that delivers up to 30% energy savings. The central PLC and our proprietary thermoregulation software ensure precise and punctual temperature control.
- Advanced Melt Control: The main extruder incorporates a unique homogenizer piping system, thermoregulated internally and externally by diathermic oil. This allows for both heating and, crucially, cooling of the melt temperature, ensuring optimal viscosity at the T-die entrance for superior material distribution and melt strength – a critical advantage when processing recycled materials.
- Real-time Viscosity Monitoring: An integrated viscometer in the homogenizer provides instant feedback on melt viscosity, enabling proactive adjustments to raw material mix or mixer temperature for consistent quality.
- Intelligent Gearbox Monitoring: All major gearboxes are equipped with sensors to detect and report unusual vibrations and temperature deviations, enhancing preventative maintenance.
- Flexible Coextrusion Capabilities: The coextrusion feedblock allows for fine-tuned regulation of raw material distribution across layers, enabling the creation of ABA, AB, or BA layer structures with customizable percentages.
- Optimized T-Die Design: A large coextrusion T-die with an extended manifold ensures uniform material distribution across the entire width. Automatic internal and external decking systems, controlled by motors and dedicated software, allow for precise width adjustments. Thermoregulated die lips further enhance melt temperature control at the die exit.
- Innovative Calibrator System: The calibrator features free-floating platens (independently operated top platens and a unique bottom platen support) for optimal sheet formation. Easily accessible temperature rods and "windows" at the entrance facilitate cleaning and prevent vacuum hole blockage. Fine-tuned top platen opening via servo motors and mechanical jacks, along with inverter-controlled vacuum pumps, ensure precise calibration.
- Automated Take-Off and Pulling: Take-off/pulling roll groups with counter-pressure controlled floating top rolls automatically adapt to varying sheet thicknesses.
- Precise Annealing Oven: A 6-meter long annealing oven with optical thermometers and dedicated software guarantees uniform temperature across the entire sheet width (top and bottom), resulting in perfect planarity and squareness.
- Motorized Trimming Unit: The longitudinal trimming unit (edge and central cuts) features a motorized system for accurate positioning of cutting knives.
- Efficient Double Deck Guillotine: A double deck guillotine enables the production of two different cutting lengths simultaneously.
- Centralized PLC Control with User-Friendly HMI: The entire machine operation is managed by a PLC and our custom automation software using Siemens TIA, accessible through an intuitive touch panel HMI.
- BIBOX Data Management System: Our proprietary BIBOX system collects and saves all PLC data in the cloud or a local server, enabling comprehensive production data analysis and the generation of visual KPI dashboards accessible from any internet-connected device.
- Remote Assistance Capabilities: Secure remote internet access allows for efficient troubleshooting and software updates.
- AI-Powered Intelligence: Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on extrusion line parameters enables predictive maintenance and advanced data analysis. AI is also implemented for accessible, voice-activated Instructions and Maintenance manuals on various devices.
This groundbreaking CARTONPLAST 3500 mm COEXTRUSION LINE exemplifies Agripak's unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and pushing the boundaries of extrusion technology. We are excited to see the positive impact this "BEAST" will have on our client's operations and the broader industry.
