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742R VERTICAL SPIN TRIMMER

Industrial high-speed neck spin trimmer machine.

DUAL BELT DRIVE SYSTEM FOR PRECISE BOTTLE TRIMMING AND BOTTLE DROP ORIENTATION

The model MTM 742R is a combination of durability and versatility. For spin trimming applications where bottle orientation is crucial, the 742R can provide fast and reliable trimming. The rugged tubular steel frame supports dual VFD controlled ½ HP motors and can handle difficult and a wide variety of materials (for PET material use MTM 740 or MTM 740E). Depending on the neck size of the container, the 742 can handle up to 150 containers per minute. The “Right-Hand” and “Left-Hand” feed versions of these variable speed trimmers come with a patented digital control heated blade. Standard features include: Casters, Spring Release Belt Adjustment, and Pneumatic Driven Blade Guard. Some of the common and popular options include:

  • Remote Control Box allowing access to controls on either side of conveyor
  • In-Feed Screw Drive w/One Screw provides bottle alignment and separation
  • Vacuum Conveyor 12” includes a 7.5 HP blower system
  • Sensor Package for PET Clear Bottles
  • Diverter Blow Off

SPECIFICATIONS

Industrial equipment specifications chart.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Guards are supplied and must be in place before operation. All sales are subject to our prevailing terms and conditions of sale. Other options available upon request.

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

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Heated Blade Technology

Gives the container a clean neck finish. Extends life of the blade. Virtually any resin will trim in the 742R. Lower capital expenditure as one machine will work on many product lines.
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New Redesigned Blade Holder

Allows the blade to nest at the correct angle without a lengthy setup period. Reduced blade changeover time.
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Micrometer Blade Adjustment

Faster and higher accuracy for better bottle finish.
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Digital Heater Control

Precise temperature control providing a clean neck finish and longer blade life.
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Belt Guide Wear Strip

Increases belt life and higher productivity.
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Exclusive Automatic Blade Guard

Safer and allows quicker clearing of bottles.
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Heavy Duty 1/2 hp Drive

Increased production speed.

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Bottle Jam Detection and Safety Clutch Drive

Detects bottle mistrims for auto shutdown and auto opening of the trimmer before any damage can occur. Less downtime.
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PLC Controls with Panel Mounted User Interface

Replacement procedure. Increased productivity.

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Spring Loaded Quick Change Belt Tensioning

Reduces chance for operator error during procedure. Increased productivity.
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Infeed and Discharge Backup Photo Eyes

Shuts down the trimmer in the event of backup downstream of the trimmer or upstream of the trimmer.
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Audible Alarm and Beacon Lights for Detection Devices

Faster response time from plant staff.

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