MOOG Modular Parison Controller for Advanced Blow Molding Applications

The MOOG Modular Parison Controller represents a sophisticated standalone control system specifically engineered for blow molding machines, offering unparalleled precision in parison profile management. While the original design is currently not in production, its next-generation successor will leverage a PLC-based architecture utilizing the LOGOS programming environment and ARGO operating system, implemented on Series 400 hardware. This advanced system provides exceptional flexibility in continuous extrusion processes, supporting up to four independent thickness profiles that can operate either individually or in synchronized configurations. The controller accommodates both managed and non-managed accumulator machines, with capability to drive one to four position-dependent or time-based thickness regulators. In managed accumulator configurations, the thickness regulators precisely track accumulator position, while in non-managed systems they operate on a synchronized time-base trigger. The system's intelligent design ensures each regulator maintains independent profile control while enabling coordinated operation when required. With its robust architecture and precise control algorithms, the MOOG Modular Parison Controller delivers exceptional performance for complex blow molding applications, particularly in packaging and container manufacturing where consistent wall thickness is critical. The transition to the new PLC-based platform promises enhanced functionality while maintaining the system's renowned reliability in industrial extrusion processes.