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Customer: Scottish Courage (Scotland)
Date: May 2003
Container: 44mm diameter PET

Output Requirement: 15-18 containers/minute
Machine Type: MIT-1 semi-automatic induction sealing machine. Direct contact induction sealing head with vacuum foil location system. Relco P800 induction generator, Omron control system and SMC pneumatics.

Technical Challenges: Foil to be accurately located on container and precise even application of sealing pressure provided whilst induction heating the foil seal. Using the MIT-1 machine and pre-cut foil discs the customer was able to create a hermetic seal to prevent the 45% alcohol product from leaking or evaporating.
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