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Notice: References to Uniloy and UIB 150 on this page are made solely to help existing Uniloy users identify a technically compatible replacement machine. Uniloy is a registered trademark of Uniloy Milacron LLC. We do not distribute, service, or represent Uniloy products in any capacity.
The ZQ110 injection blow molding machine is engineered for manufacturers across the United Kingdom who are evaluating a direct, technically compatible replacement for the Uniloy UIB 150 injection blow molding machine. Designed around a full European-style structural framework, the ZQ110 brings a clamping force approximately 20–30% higher than industry-standard machines in the same class, achieving reliable, repeatable production of bottles and containers ranging from 1 ml up to 2,000 ml. Whether your facility in Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow is scaling a pharmaceutical bottle line or running a high-volume cosmetic container programme, this injection blow molding machine delivers the output consistency and mechanical longevity UK buyers expect from capital equipment.
The ZQ110 was designed from the ground up to address the most common operational pain points reported by Uniloy UIB 150 users: energy overheads, mould changeover time, and hydraulic complexity. A unique pressurised clamping structure means the booster cylinder plays no part in the opening and closing cycle, which cuts energy consumption by 20–30% versus comparable machines. A standard high-precision angle divider synchronises both opening/closing mode and turret lifting in a single servo-controlled motion — reducing mechanical variability and trimming dry cycle time to four seconds. The result is an injection blow molding machine that is faster, quieter, and cheaper to operate than the equipment it replaces.
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Why Choose the ZQ110 Over the Uniloy UIB 150
After years of fielding enquiries from UK and European plastic packaging plants that need to replace or upgrade their Uniloy UIB 150 injection blow molding machines, our engineering team identified five decisive factors that buyers consistently rate as non-negotiable. The ZQ110 was refined specifically to address each one.
20–30% Higher Clamping Force
Full European-style structure delivers a clamping force measurably above machines in the same tonnage class. Injection clamping reaches 1,100 kN; blow clamping holds at 150 kN — giving you far less flash and superior neck-finish definition.
20–30% Lower Energy Consumption
The unique pressurised clamping structure keeps the booster cylinder out of the opening and closing cycle entirely. Paired with a hydraulic double system as standard, operating power sits at just 52–70% of rated capacity during production.
4-Second Dry Cycle
High-precision angle divider synchronises turret lifting and mould open/close as one seamless servo action, trimming the dry cycle to four seconds. On a 24-cavity mould running 10 ml containers, that adds up to a meaningful OEE gain across each shift.
Wide Container Range: 1–2,000 ml
From 1 ml pharmaceutical vials to 2,000 ml household cleaning bottles, the ZQ110 handles a broader container portfolio on a single platform — cutting the need for multiple purpose-built machines across your UK production floor.
Compact Footprint vs UIB 150
Machine dimensions of 5 x 1.8 x 2.2 m compare favourably against the UIB 150’s 5 x 2.4 x 2.7 m envelope. That width and height reduction matters when integrating into existing UK packaging halls with restricted overhead clearance.
Mould Compatibility & Customisation
Max platen size of 1,100 x 460 mm accommodates tooling families from 6-cavity (1,000 ml) up to 24-cavity (10 ml). Custom mould development and bespoke neck-finish tooling is available through our in-house design team.
Technical Specifications – ZQ110
All parameters are for reference only. As the equipment is continuously improved, the company reserves the right to modify specifications without prior notice.
| System | Parameter | Unit | ZQ110 |
|---|---|---|---|
| INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| Screw Diameter | mm | 65 | |
| Screw L/D | % | 22:1 | |
| Injection Weight | g | 540 | |
| Heating Power | kW | 20 | |
| Number of Barrel Zones | – | 5+N | |
| Injection Stroke | mm | 200 | |
| CLAMPING SYSTEM | |||
| Clamping Force (Injection) | kN | 1,100 | |
| Opening Stroke for Injection | mm | 140 | |
| Clamping Force (Blowing) | kN | 150 | |
| Opening Stroke for Blowing | mm | 140 | |
| Lifting Height of Rotary Table | mm | 70 | |
| MOULD | |||
| Max. Platen Size (L x W) | mm | 1,100 x 460 | |
| Mould Thickness | mm | 280 | |
| Max. Bottle Diameter | mm | 120 | |
| Max. Bottle Height | mm | 220 | |
| Suitable Bottle Volume | ml | 1 – 2,000 | |
| Stripping Stroke | mm | 260 | |
| HYDRAULIC SYSTEM | |||
| Hydraulic Pressure | MPa | 14 | |
| Motor Power | kW | 22 + 22 | |
| Dry Cycle | s | 4 | |
| Total Power | kW | 80 | |
| Operating Power | % | 52 – 70 | |
| OTHER PARAMETERS | |||
| Min. Compressed Air Pressure | MPa | 0.7 – 1.2 | |
| Compressed Air Capacity | m3/min | 0.7 | |
| Water Flow Rate | m3/h | 4 | |
| Cooling Water Pressure | MPa | 0.3 – 0.4 | |
| Machine Dimensions (L x W x H) | m | 5 x 1.8 x 2.2 | |
| Net Weight | Ton | 15 | |
Mould Cavitation Reference – ZQ110
For reference only. Actual cavitation depends on container geometry and neck finish.
| Approx. Container Volume | 10 ml | 30 ml | 60 ml | 100 ml | 250 ml | 500 ml | 1,000 ml |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Cavitation | 24 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
ZQ110 vs. Uniloy UIB 150 – Direct Comparison
The table below provides a direct parameter comparison between the ZQ110 and the Uniloy UIB 150. This information is intended solely to help existing Uniloy users identify a compatible replacement machine. Uniloy is a trademark of Uniloy Milacron LLC; we do not distribute Uniloy equipment.
| Parameter | ZQ110 (Our Model) | UIB 150 (Uniloy) |
|---|---|---|
| Clamping Force | 1,100 kN (110T) | – |
| Screw Diameter | 65 mm | 65 / 76 mm |
| Injection Weight | 540 g | 580 / 770 g |
| Mould Size (Platen) | 1,100 x 460 mm | 1,000 x 500 mm |
| Machine Dimensions | 5 x 1.8 x 2.2 m | 5 x 2.4 x 2.7 m |
| Net Weight | 15 Ton | – |
*Uniloy and UIB 150 are trademarks of Uniloy Milacron LLC. Data sourced from public catalogue references for comparison purposes only.
How the ZQ110 Injection Blow Molding Machine Works
The ZQ110 operates on the single-station injection blow molding principle, integrating the injection, blowing, and stripping stages onto one rotating turret. In the injection phase, HDPE, LDPE, PP, or PET resin is plasticised by the 65 mm diameter screw — running at a 22:1 L/D ratio — and injected into the preform mould at up to 540 g per shot. The resin fills around a stainless-steel core pin, forming a precise parison whose wall distribution is controlled by carefully tuned injection speed and pressure profiles within the five-zone barrel.
Once the preform is formed, the turret indexes through 120 degrees to the blow station, where compressed air at 0.7–1.2 MPa expands the hot parison against the cooled blow cavity walls. The unique pressurised clamping structure holds the blow mould at 150 kN without engaging the booster cylinder — an important distinction that both reduces hydraulic duty cycles and cuts overall energy draw by up to 30%. After a controlled cooling dwell, the turret advances to the stripping station where finished containers are ejected onto the take-away conveyor, ready for downstream filling and labelling in your UK facility.
Stage 1
Injection
Resin plasticised and injected around core pins to form preforms at up to 540 g per shot.
Stage 2
Blowing
Compressed air expands the parison to final container shape with 150 kN blow clamping force.
Stage 3
Stripping
Finished containers ejected cleanly at 260 mm stripping stroke, flash-free and dimensionally consistent.
Auxiliary Equipment & Finished Containers
A complete injection blow molding production line extends well beyond the machine frame itself. The ZQ110 is designed to integrate cleanly with a standard range of auxiliary systems that UK manufacturers typically specify alongside capital blow moulding equipment. Chiller units maintain mould temperature to within 0.5 degrees Celsius across extended shifts, while hopper dryers and dehumidifying dryers ensure resin moisture is controlled to material supplier specification before the barrel. Take-away conveyors, bottle counters, and vision inspection cameras complete the downstream side of the line.
Standard auxiliary equipment package
Container Samples Produced on the ZQ110
The machine handles the full range of container types demanded by UK pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care and household goods manufacturers — from narrow-neck eye drop vials through to wide-mouth supplement tubs.
Sample containers produced on the ZQ110 platform – pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food-grade applications
Client Success Story
Northern Ireland Pharmaceutical Packaging Manufacturer
Industry: Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Bottles | Location: Belfast, UK
A contract packaging business based in Belfast had been operating two Uniloy UIB 150 injection blow molding machines for over a decade on a line producing HDPE pharmaceutical bottles at 60 ml and 100 ml. As spare parts lead times stretched and energy costs climbed sharply, management began evaluating replacement options that could maintain existing tooling compatibility while cutting running costs. Following a detailed site survey by our technical team, two ZQ110 machines were installed alongside a chiller and hopper dryer upgrade.
Within the first month of production, the customer recorded a 26% reduction in electricity consumption per thousand bottles compared with the previous machines. The 4-second dry cycle and the synchronised turret-lifting system allowed the line to run at a higher effective throughput even though nominal machine speed appeared similar on paper. The engineer responsible for the project noted that mould changeover — a consistent bottleneck under the previous setup — dropped from approximately 90 minutes to under 40 minutes on the ZQ110, attributed largely to the improved platen access and the standardised hydraulic connection layout.
26%
Energy Cost Reduction
55%
Faster Mould Changeover
2
ZQ110 Machines Installed
What Our Customers Say
“We replaced our ageing blow moulders with two ZQ110 machines last year. The energy savings alone covered a significant portion of the payback we needed, and the machines have run consistently without any unplanned downtime in eight months of production.”
Operations Director
Pharmaceutical Packaging Company, Belfast, UK
“The technical support team was excellent throughout the commissioning process. The ZQ110 was running qualified containers within two days of installation, which was well ahead of the timeline we had budgeted for. The engineering specifications were exactly as described.”
Production Manager
Personal Care Contract Manufacturer, West Midlands, UK
“We needed a machine that could handle both 30 ml and 250 ml containers on the same platform without long changeover delays. The ZQ110 does exactly that. The wider platen size compared to our previous machine means we have room to run higher-cavitation tooling when volume demands increase.”
Tooling & Process Engineer
Nutraceutical Bottle Manufacturer, Manchester, UK
Manufacturing Capability & Custom Configurations
Our injection blow molding machines are built in a purpose-designed manufacturing facility where structural components, hydraulic circuits, and electrical control assemblies are fabricated and tested under one roof. The factory is equipped with precision CNC machining centres, co-ordinate measuring machines, and hydraulic test rigs capable of validating complete machine assemblies before shipment. Every ZQ110 dispatched to a UK customer undergoes a full dry-cycle acceptance test, hydraulic pressure verification, and a production run on representative tooling before leaving the facility.
Custom configurations are a core part of our offering rather than an afterthought. If your production programme involves neck finishes, container geometry, or resin grades that fall outside the standard ZQ110 envelope, our applications engineering team will work through the specification with you. We can modify screw geometry for specific resin families, adjust platen dimensions for non-standard tooling, configure the control system to integrate with your existing factory SCADA, or supply the machine with a purpose-built mould and auxiliary equipment package ready for plug-in commissioning. UK buyers can request a dedicated project manager who will co-ordinate delivery, installation, and operator training from a single point of contact.
Related Injection Blow Molding Machine Models
Buyers evaluating the ZQ110 as a Uniloy UIB 150 replacement sometimes also consider closely related ZQ-series models. The links below lead to detailed product pages for two additional options that share the same European-style frame architecture and are available in configurations compatible with other established IBM platforms:
ZQ110 Series
Replacement of SUMA 135iB Injection Blow Molding Machine – ZQ110
Designed for SUMA 135iB users seeking a direct, energy-efficient IBM replacement with European-standard clamping structure and high-cavitation mould compatibility.
ZQ110 Series
Replacement of Bloma IBM135 Injection Blow Molding Machine – ZQ110
An engineered drop-in for Bloma IBM135 operations, maintaining container geometry and neck-finish accuracy while delivering improved throughput and lower operating power.
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