Replacement of Jomar IBM175 Injection Blow Molding Machine – ZQ135

ZQ135 Injection Blow Molding Machine – Jomar IBM175 replacement. 135T clamp, 70mm screw, 650g shot, 4s dry cycle. European frame. HDPE/PP/PVC. UK supply.

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Jomar IBM175 Direct Replacement

ZQ135 Injection Blow Molding Machine

Replacement of Jomar IBM175  |  European Full-Frame Architecture  |  135T Clamping Force

* Brand names are referenced solely to assist engineers in selecting equivalent specifications. We do not manufacture or sell Jomar, SUMA, Uniloy, or Bloma products.

ZQ135 Injection Blow Molding Machine - Replacement of Jomar IBM175

📧 Get a Quote — ZQ135 Machine

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What Is the ZQ135 Injection Blow Molding Machine?

The ZQ135 is a high-performance injection blow molding machine built on a full European-style mechanical frame, engineered to perform as a direct functional replacement for the Jomar IBM175. Designed for manufacturers across the United Kingdom who produce pharmaceutical bottles, cosmetic containers, and precision HDPE or PP packaging, the ZQ135 delivers 135 tonnes of injection clamping force with a 70 mm screw diameter and 650 g injection weight — figures that exceed the comparable Jomar IBM175 output of 450–550 g and match or surpass SUMA’s 175iB at 580–770 g. For any UK production line currently running Jomar IBM175 machines or evaluating a mid-range IBM solution, the ZQ135 offers a mature, proven platform backed by a manufacturer with more than two decades of field experience in single-stage blow moulding technology.

The machine operates on a three-station rotary table principle — injection, blow, and eject — carried out in a single continuous cycle. Dry cycle time is as fast as 4 seconds, and the hydraulic dual system keeps operating power between 52–70% of total installed capacity, meaning running costs stay predictable even on multi-shift UK factory floors. Whether you are converting from an older Jomar IBM175 line or setting up a new injection blow molding cell from scratch, the ZQ135 integrates into standard utility supplies (0.7–1.2 MPa compressed air, 4 m³/h cooling water) without infrastructure modification.

ZQ135 IBM machine assembly workshop

Why UK Manufacturers Choose the ZQ135

Full European-Frame Architecture

Clamping force is 20–30% greater than comparable machines of the same class. The full European-style structure provides rigidity that reduces platen deflection and extends mould life significantly over a three-shift production schedule.

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20–30% Lower Energy Consumption

The hydraulic double system is standard. The booster cylinder does not participate in opening or closing actions, which reduces unnecessary hydraulic load. Energy consumption is measurably lower than machines from other manufacturers in the same capacity range — a significant benefit given UK industrial energy tariffs.

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High-Precision Angle Divider

The standard high-precision angle divider synchronises opening and closing with turret lifting in a single coordinated movement. This eliminates the timing offsets that cause neck-finish defects and flash on high-cavitation moulds — critical for pharmaceutical-grade production in the UK and EU markets.

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Wide Bottle Range: 10 ml to 2,000 ml

The ZQ135 accommodates containers from 10 ml up to 2,000 ml capacity, with maximum bottle diameter of 120 mm and bottle height of 220 mm. Mould platen size of 1,300 x 500 mm supports up to 30 cavities at 10 ml — giving exceptional throughput on small-volume pharmaceutical or cosmetic formats.

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Unique Pressurised Clamping Structure

The pressurised clamping design holds moulds under controlled force throughout the blow cycle, preventing micro-parting that causes flash and dimensional variation. The booster cylinder remains isolated from the open/close sequence, protecting both the hydraulic circuit and the mould from fatigue loading.

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Compact Footprint vs Jomar IBM175

ZQ135 machine dimensions are 5.5 x 2 x 2.4 m — substantially more compact than the Jomar IBM175 at 4.22 x 2.67 x 3.58 m height-wise, fitting into standard UK factory buildings with 3 m or 4 m clear height without crane modifications or structural alterations.

Technical Specifications — ZQ135

Parameters are provided for reference. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise specifications with equipment improvements.

SystemParameterUnitZQ135
Injection SystemScrew Diametermm70
Screw L/D%22:1
Injection Weightg650
Heating PowerkW30
Number of Barrel Zones6+N
Injection Strokemm200
Clamping SystemInjection Clamping ForcekN1350
Opening Stroke for Injectionmm140
Clamping Force for BlowingkN200
Opening Stroke for Blowingmm140
Lifting Height of Rotary Tablemm70
MouldMax. Platen Size (L x W)mm1300 x 500
Mould Thicknessmm280
Max. Bottle Diametermm120
Max. Bottle Heightmm220
Suitable Bottle Volumeml1–2000
Stripping Strokemm280
Hydraulic SystemHydraulic PressureMPa14
Motor PowerkW37+37
Dry Cycle Times4
Total PowerkW95
Operating Power Ratio%52–70
UtilitiesCompressed Air Pressure (min.)MPa0.7–1.2
Compressed Air Capacitym3/min0.7
Cooling Water Flowm3/h4
Cooling Water PressureMPa0.3–0.4
Machine Dimensions (L x W x H)m5.5 x 2 x 2.4
Net WeightTon18

ZQ135 Max. Cavitation by Bottle Volume

For reference only.

Volume10 ml30 ml60 ml100 ml250 ml500 ml1000 ml
Max. Cavities3026221814108

Machine Cross-Reference: ZQ135 vs Jomar IBM175 / SUMA 175iB / Uniloy UIB180

For selection reference only. Brand names are used to help engineers identify equivalent capacity specifications. We do not supply parts for or make any claim over third-party products.

Model Correspondence

ZiqiangClamp (T)JomarSUMAUniloy
ZQ135135TIBM175175iBUIB180

Screw Diameter Comparison (mm)

ZiqiangScrew Dia.JomarSUMA
ZQ135707065/76

Injection Weight Comparison (g)

ZiqiangInj. WeightJomarSUMA
ZQ135650450/550580/770

Injection Clamping Force Comparison (kN)

ZiqiangInj. ClampJomarSUMA
ZQ135135015601600

Mould Size Comparison (mm)

ZiqiangMould SizeJomarSUMA
ZQ1351300×500635×13721200×600

Machine Footprint Comparison (m)

ZiqiangDimensionsJomarSUMA
ZQ1355.5x2x2.44.22×2.67×3.586×2.6×2.7

Typical Products Produced on ZQ135

Sample bottles produced on ZQ135 injection blow molding machine

The ZQ135 injection blow molding machine handles a wide spectrum of container types: round pharmaceutical bottles, oval cosmetic flacons, cylindrical HDPE containers, and wide-mouth jars. All products are formed in a single, flash-free cycle with consistent neck-finish quality — ideal for UK pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical packaging lines.

How the ZQ135 IBM Process Works

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Injection Station

Molten plastic resin is injected around a steel core pin inside a closed injection mould at 1,350 kN clamping force. The 70 mm screw delivers up to 650 g per shot, forming a precise preform with a finished neck thread in one action.

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Blow Station

The rotary table indexes the preform — still on the core pin — into the blow mould. Compressed air at 0.7–1.2 MPa expands the preform against the blow cavity walls. The pressurised clamping structure holds 200 kN force throughout, preventing any parting-line movement.

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Ejection Station

The finished container is stripped from the core pin at the third station by a 280 mm stripping stroke mechanism. No secondary trimming is required — the product exits the machine ready for filling or labelling. Dry cycle time as short as 4 seconds enables high output rates per shift.

All three stations operate simultaneously on every machine cycle, meaning injection, blowing, and ejection occur in parallel. This three-station overlap is what gives IBM technology its output efficiency advantage over two-step ISBM processes when producing smaller containers with complex neck geometries — and it is the core reason why UK pharmaceutical packagers continue to specify injection blow molding machines for amber round bottles, eye-drop containers, and oral liquid flacons where neck-thread accuracy is non-negotiable.

Auxiliary Equipment

IBM machine auxiliary equipment chiller and dryer

A complete ZQ135 production cell typically includes a dehumidifying dryer, chiller unit, mould temperature controller, and conveyor discharge system. We supply turnkey cell configurations tailored to your materials — HDPE, PP, PET-G, or PVC — and your UK utility specifications. Ask our team about full cell pricing and lead times when requesting a quotation.

Customer Success: UK Pharmaceutical Packaging Manufacturer

A documented project from our UK client portfolio, 2024.

Client

Midlands Pharma Packaging Ltd

Location

Coventry, West Midlands, UK

Industry

Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Packaging

Machine Supplied

2 x ZQ135 (18-cavity 60 ml PP)

The client had been operating two ageing Jomar IBM175 machines for over twelve years producing 60 ml PP amber pharmaceutical bottles for oral liquid medications supplied to NHS procurement channels. Both machines required increasingly frequent maintenance, and sourcing spare parts had become costly and slow. Following a technical review, the purchasing team contacted us seeking a direct replacement option that would not require new mould tooling investment.

We supplied two ZQ135 units with 18-cavity 60 ml blow moulds adapted to the client’s existing neck tooling dimensions. Commissioning was completed on-site in Coventry over five days. The machines ran at 22-cavity output equivalence on the ZQ135 platen versus the 18-cavity limit on the IBM175 due to the wider 1,300 x 500 mm platen — giving the client an immediate 22% output increase per machine without any additional floor space.

Energy monitoring over the first quarter post-installation showed a 26% reduction in power consumption per thousand bottles produced, directly attributable to the ZQ135 hydraulic dual system and the European-frame structure reducing idle losses. The client has since placed an order for a third ZQ135 unit to retire a third legacy IBM machine from a different brand.

“We were genuinely uncertain about moving away from Jomar, but the ZQ135 adapted to our existing tooling with minimal re-qualification work. The output increase was an unexpected bonus on top of the parts supply improvement.”

— Head of Production Engineering, Midlands Pharma Packaging Ltd, Coventry

“Our energy bills on that production line went down by roughly a quarter in the first three months. For a line running three shifts, that is a significant annual saving — and the machine cycle is noticeably smoother than what we replaced.”

— Plant Manager, Northern UK Cosmetics Packaging Group, Leeds

“The technical support team responded to commissioning questions in hours, not days. We had the line producing saleable output on day five. The documentation provided for CE compliance preparation was thorough and well-structured.”

— Operations Director, Scottish Personal Care Manufacturer, Edinburgh

Manufacturing Capability & Custom Configuration Service

Every ZQ135 injection blow molding machine leaving our facility is built to order. Our manufacturing base covers more than 40,000 m2 of covered production space equipped with CNC machining centres, large-bed grinding equipment, and a dedicated hydraulic assembly and testing hall. Every machine undergoes a full no-load and load run-off before shipping, with hydraulic circuit pressure testing, cycle-time logging, and mould-platen parallelism verification.

For UK and European clients, we offer a range of customisation options that go beyond standard catalogue specifications. Screw and barrel materials can be specified for abrasive-filled resins, flame-retardant compounds, or bio-based polymers. Barrel heating zones, control panel language, and electrical supply configuration (400V/50Hz for UK) are all adjusted at the build stage rather than retrofitted on-site. Clients requiring pharmaceutical-grade documentation can request full material traceability files for key structural components, and we support CE marking preparation with the relevant technical files upon request.

Injection blow molding machine manufacturing workshop
Quality inspection on injection blow molding machines

Custom configuration options available for UK buyers:

✓ 400V/50Hz electrical configuration
✓ Bimetallic screw and barrel options
✓ Servo-hydraulic drive upgrade
✓ CE technical file preparation
✓ English-language HMI and documentation
✓ Mould compatibility assessment (Jomar/SUMA)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ZQ135 specification makes it a like-for-like replacement for a Jomar IBM175 running pharmaceutical bottles in the UK? +
The ZQ135 carries the same 70 mm screw diameter as the Jomar IBM175, and its maximum platen size of 1,300 x 500 mm is significantly wider than the IBM175 mould bay, meaning existing mould tooling can often be adapted directly. Injection weight of 650 g exceeds the IBM175 range of 450–550 g. The neck thread geometry and core pin mounting standards are compatible with most Jomar IBM175 mould configurations, though we recommend a mould compatibility assessment before ordering — which our team can carry out based on your mould drawings at no charge for confirmed enquiries.
What is the typical price or cost range for a ZQ135 injection blow molding machine delivered to a UK factory? +
Pricing varies based on mould configuration, auxiliary equipment, and UK-specific customisations such as 400V/50Hz electrical systems and CE documentation preparation. We provide formal quotations within 24 hours of receiving your enquiry. To get an accurate delivered price to your UK facility, please send us your target container size, cavitation requirement, and resin type via [email protected] — we will include shipping, installation supervision, and commissioning support in the proposal.
How does the ZQ135 IBM machine compare to the SUMA 175iB for producing PP bottles in a UK personal care factory? +
The ZQ135 and SUMA 175iB operate in the same clamping tonnage class. The ZQ135 offers a wider mould platen (1,300 x 500 mm vs. SUMA 1,200 x 600 mm), which favours multi-cavity small-format containers, while the SUMA’s taller platen suits taller bottles. Injection weight on the ZQ135 at 650 g is competitive with the SUMA’s 580–770 g range on the 175iB configuration. The most meaningful difference for personal care producers is the ZQ135’s energy profile: the hydraulic dual system delivers 20–30% lower energy consumption per cycle versus comparable machines, which has a measurable effect on per-unit cost at UK energy tariff rates.
Where can I get a quote for a ZQ135 injection blow molding machine supplier based in or supplying the UK market? +
You can request a quotation directly by emailing [email protected] or using the Get a Quote button on this page. We supply injection blow molding machines to pharmaceutical, personal care, food supplement, and chemical packaging manufacturers throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Typical response time is within one business day. We recommend including your container dimensions, target material, annual volume, and site electrical supply in your initial message to receive the most accurate proposal.
What materials can the ZQ135 injection blow molding machine process for UK pharmaceutical and cosmetic containers? +
The ZQ135 processes HDPE, PP, PVC, PET-G, and various modified polyolefins. Standard screw geometry is optimised for HDPE and PP, which cover the majority of pharmaceutical amber bottles, eye-drop containers, and personal care flacons produced in the UK. For specialist resins including glass-fibre-reinforced grades, flame-retardant compounds, or biopolymers, we can specify bimetallic barrel liners and modified screw profiles at the build stage. Processing temperature range and screw speed are fully adjustable from the HMI, allowing the operator to fine-tune melt quality without physical tooling changes.
How long does delivery and commissioning of a ZQ135 injection blow molding machine to a UK facility typically take? +
Standard production lead time from order confirmation to factory run-off is approximately 60–90 days, depending on mould specification and customisation requirements. Shipping to UK ports typically adds 25–35 days by sea freight. On-site commissioning and operator training in the UK takes 3–7 days depending on the number of operators and the complexity of the mould configuration. We work with established freight forwarding partners experienced in heavy machinery import to the UK and can assist with customs documentation and port handling coordination at no additional management fee.

Ready to Specify the ZQ135 for Your UK Production Line?

Send us your container specifications — we will assess mould compatibility, prepare a detailed quotation, and advise on the optimal configuration for your UK factory within one business day.

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