Can Tab Lubricator cuts oil use, reduces rejects.
Press Release Summary:
MicroCoat(R) lubrication method gives can makers control over amount of oil applied to pull tabs. It lowers lubricant use and reduces residual oil that can migrate from tabs and lids into can contents. It has precision spray valves that use low volume, low pressure (LVLP) air to coat pull tab stock with fine film of oil that keeps dies sharp, eliminates pressroom mist and puddles, and minimizes VOC Levels. Pneumatic controller regulates valve operation. Original Press Release:
New Can Tab Lubrication System Reduces Oil Use And Cuts Rejects
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI USA -- EFD's MicroCoat(R) system is a new lubrication method that gives can makers total control over the amount of oil applied to pull tabs. It lowers lubricant use up to 70% and dramatically reduces residual oil that can migrate from tabs and lids into can contents - a benefit of particular interest to beer can manufacturers concerned with NIBEM foam testing.
Unlike conventional lubrication systems, the MicroCoat features precision spray valves that use Low Volume, Low Pressure (LVLP) air to coat pull tab stock with a fine film of oil. The system's even, consistent coverage keeps dies sharp up to 3X longer, eliminates pressroom mist and puddles, and minimizes VOC Levels.
A pneumatic controller regulates valve operation and makes it easy to adjust the system for different stock, lubricant and press speeds. Individual flow controls allow each valve's output to be adjusted independently and provide exceptional control over the amount of oil applied. The optimum lubrication level can be established in just a few minutes, and will remain consistent for the entire job without further adjustment.
EFD Inc. is a major manufacturer of precision lubrication and other fluid application systems and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nordson Corporation, the world's leading producer of precision dispensing equipment. Nordson and EFD systems help customers meet quality and productivity targets in a broad range of consumer and industrial product manufacturing processes.
