Forming & IS machine
Gob delivery system
The mechanical system that transports gobs from the gathering to the blank moulds — distributor, scoops, troughs, deflectors and funnels in alignment.
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Scoop
The first element after the gob former — receives the gob and directs it into the trough.
Trough
Channels the gob from the scoop to the deflector. Coating and surface condition matter for gob shape preservation.
Deflector
Final element of the delivery train — directs the gob into the funnel of the assigned blank mould.
Funnel
The entry port of the blank mould; centres and seats the gob before settle.
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