Making Closed-Mould Pick-Up A Reality

Achieving closed-mould pick-up has been a goal of glass container makers for many years. The benefits of longer mould times and higher production speeds make this "simple" change in pick-up method very attractive. Traditionally, glass container makers have found it difficult to overcome limitations in their equipment. The tight tolerances and accurate repeatability required to pick-up in the threads of a reclosable beverage container have proven too much for many shops to achieve. Recent developments in take-out holder and insert designs have brought this goal within reach of more shops than ever before.