ESS Technologies Introduces Cost-Effective Mechanical Monoblock Filler/Capper Machine

Online, June 16, 2012 (Newswire.com) - ESS Technologies, Inc. has expanded its line of Monoblock Filler/Capper machines to include the new MB 60M, a fully mechanical option to the popular MB 60 servo machine. By incorporating mechanical mechanisms for the drive, filling, and capping mechanisms, the MB 60M, the newest model in the MB Series, provides a very cost-effective, high quality solution for filling and capping liquids and creams at up to 60 bottles per minute. ESS engineers designed the MB 60M to use cost-effective vibratory feeding systems for vials, bottles, micro-tubes, etc. Containers may be fed via a timing infeed screw or placed directly into the starwheel using an automated feedings system. The mechanical volumetric filling system has a filling accuracy up to +/-0.5%. Other types of filling systems may be specified, including volumetric pumps with ball valves or rotary valves, peristaltic pumps, piston fillers for creams, and powder fillers. Automatic cap feeding and placement with sensors to verify the presence of all components comes standard on the MB 60M. Balcony design with aluminum machine frame allows for easy cleaning and maintenance of the MB 60M. Changeover time is 15-20 minutes typically, but the system may include a quick changeover feature to reduce this time.

Allen Bradley PLC and PanelView Plus 600 touchscreen HMI controls are standard for all models in the MB series as is Category 3 polycarbonate interlocked and gasketed safety guarding. The MB 60M may be upgraded to incorporate servos in the drive, the filling system, the cap torque systems or any combination of the three. Options for the MB 60M include automatic insertion of brushes, plugs, stoppers and dip tubes, net weigh filling, XP controls for flammable liquids, soft reject systems, integrated nitrogen purge systems, and integrated labelers or coders.