Process Pilot® Automated Blowmolder Control System

The Process Pilot® automated blowmolder control system is a combination of software and hardware interface components that work in conjunction with the Pilot Profiler™ measurement system to provide a hands-free means to maintain the blowmolding process. The Process Pilot control system utilizes feedback from the Pilot Profiler™ system to continually monitor material distribution and automatically adjust blowmolder settings to maintain optimal bottle distribution characteristics, without operator intervention. The Process Pilot system eliminates time-consuming manual steps in the blowmolding management process, resulting in reduced process variability and improved bottle performance and quality.

“The Process Pilot system can control the blowmolder process to a level of precision unmatched by methods that rely on limited feedback from weight-based data.”

The Process Pilot automated blowmolder control system offers more effective management of common blowmolder issues such as:

• Preform variability
• Startup transients
• Environmental changes
• Operator experience
• Overall more consistent blowmolder operation
• Reduced process and environmental variability
• Improved ability to light weight
• Improved overall bottle quality and performance
• Reduced rejects and scrap

Features

• Easy to use, “set and go” style operation
• Adjustable process control limits
• Built-in alarms and controls to protect the blowmolder
• Simultaneous management of multiple parameters including oven lamps, pressure, preform temperature and timing
• Compatible with all major brand blowmolders
• Seamless integration with Agr Pilot Profiler™ distribution monitoring systems and Pilot Vision inspection system