Smart Molding International 1-2023

28 smart_molding international 1/2023 machinery necessary auxiliary equipment and utilities were installed. A 150-ton overhead crane was installed for moving molds in and out of the machine and was also used to help assemble the new press. Dozens of individuals worked on the project completing thousands of hours with a perfect safety record. “The work ethic of the ENGEL team was incredible as they worked long hours, including weekends to finish the machine assembly and turnover to Infiltrator in rapid fashion.” Quick collaboration from design to delivery It was a hand-in-hand journey imagining, designing, and building these machines. “We chose to work again with ENGEL based on our existing relationship and previous capital projects that were delivered on time and on budget,” says Ron Brochu Vice President of Manufacturing for Infiltrator. “Not only does ENGEL work with us to specify the right equipment, once installed the equipment has One of several large molds that can be installed in ENGEL 8200 ton clamp injection molding machine using a 150-ton crane (picture: ENGEL) A view of the clamp area reveals the sheer size of the overall machine at 96 feet (picture: ENGEL)