Container Automation Systems partnered with GP Resources to offer a real-time wall thickness measurement system for plastic bottles and containers, referred to as the WTS (Wall Thickness System).
The WTS is installed on a conveyor close to the exit of the blow molding machine, and it automatically measures the thickness of each produced container in multiple locations by cavity.
The wall thickness system enables controlling the blow molding machine trends in real time since the thickness is displayed instantly by cavity as the container is being blown and measured. In addition to thickness analysis with its built-in charts, the WTS system can
also be set to automatically reject bottles that do not meet specified minimum thickness requirements.
The wall thickness system can also be set to automatically reject containers that exceed specified thickness limits with an automatic air blast blow-off.
It can be integrated with other CAS packaging line products.

Wall Thickness Measurement System Highlights
100% thickness measurement without added labor.
Used for a wide range of container sizes, shapes, colors and materials.
Measures each wall independently.
Non-contact optical method.
Adjustable measurement spot sizes and locations.
Modular design.
All-inclusive construction with a small footprint.
Integrated touch screen user interface, air blast blow off, and stack light.
Automatic data collection, storage and reporting.