Blow-moulding innovations

The first were stackable PET jerrycans for foodstuff and industrial packaging, such as the 10-litre stackable bottle with integrated handle and recess for a funnel (pictured above right). CYPET displayed two versions of this product, one made from virgin PET and the other from 100% recycled PET. CYPET has calculated that the 20-litre version of this jerrycan has half the carbon footprint throughout its life cycle compared to the equivalent HDPE jerrycan.

The second innovation on show was three sizes of industrial PET drums. Having demonstrated live production of 120-litre drums at K 2019, this year CYPET displayed 50-, 80- and 120-litre drums used for bulk packaging of goods. 

According to CYPET’s business development manager, Michalis Sideris, a returnable PET water bottle with an integrated rigid handle, which represents an ergonomic solution for the water industry, was one of the most eye-catching displays, garnering attention from all visitors. ‘As the world progressively transitions from polycarbonate to PET water cooler bottles, CYPET is already working on offering compelling solutions that feature the best economics, ergonomics and lowest carbon footprint,’ Michalis stated. ‘CYPET machines can produce this bottle in four cavities, resulting in the highest output of any single-stage patented ISBM machine globally.’ 

Finally, CYPET also debuted the world’s first 100% crystal transparent injection stretch blow-moulded fruit crate. The crate is stackable (nine high) and compatible with stacking with the customer’s existing injection molded crates, he noted.  

‘With extensive experience in the production of innovative PET packaging that has never been made before, our team of experts helped K 2022 visitors to navigate the changing environment of plastic packaging while creating value for themselves and their downstream customers,’ Michalis concluded.