Line filler upgrades

Horix (Pittsburgh, PA) has developed seven upgrades for its complete line of filling equipment that increase production, efficiency and operator safety while reducing operating costs, downtime and maintenance.

May 31, 1996

Seven add- on parts include quick-change starwheels for A and F frame fillers with overload clutches; the #433 valve for minimizing top load pressure for hot-filled PET bottles; and a perimeter guard package to help satisfy OSHA obligations.

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