As we enter a new era of eco-conscious designs and goals of fully recyclable plastic many companies are introducing new containers to their production lines.
For example, The Coca-Cola Company is set to unveil their redesigned small PET bottles as part of their latest lightweighting initiative. The goal is to reduce the weight of all 12 oz, 16.9 oz, and 20 oz bottles from 21 g to 18.5 g. According to Packaging World’s article “Coke’s ‘First in Decades’ PET Lightweighting Project Sends Supply Chain Ripples,” Coca-Cola’s 20-oz rPET [recycled PET] bottles will soon be available in the new lightweighted version as well.
As companies follow Coca-Cola’s lead in making eco-friendly changes and altering container shapes, it’s crucial to assess how these changes impact container handling in your production line. Even a small alteration, like an eighth of an inch, can greatly affect productivity and timing in your operations.
If your new containers no longer fit your existing timing screws or change parts, the flow and efficiency of your production line could be compromised. The solution? It’s time to update the plastic components on your line.
Precision isn’t just important when it comes to your timing screws [feed screws] and change parts; it’s absolutely essential. These products are crafted to match the exact geometry of your containers, so when you introduce new designs, replacing your timing screws and change parts is not just a suggestion, it’s often a requirement.
As container handling experts, we specialize in these products and are ready to support your business with the high-quality solutions you need to smoothly integrate new, eco-friendly containers into your production. From timing screws that meter your bottles, drive units that invert for rinsing, or change parts that properly feed your bottles into a rotary filler Morrison can help you navigate retaining efficiency when new container sizes and shapes are introduced.
If you’re looking to evaluate if you’ll need new screws or change parts with new containers, call us at +1 (708) 756-6660 or fill out the form here.
