{"id":997,"date":"2026-07-22T03:45:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T03:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isbm-equipment.com\/?post_type=product&p=997"},"modified":"2026-07-22T06:21:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T06:21:28","slug":"replacement-of-jomar-ibm65-injection-blow-molding-machine-zq60","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/isbm-equipment.com\/th\/product\/replacement-of-jomar-ibm65-injection-blow-molding-machine-zq60\/","title":{"rendered":"Replacement of Jomar IBM65 Injection Blow Molding Machine \u2013 ZQ60"},"content":{"rendered":"
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EP-ZQ Series \u00b7 Injection Blow Molding Machine<\/p>\n

ZQ60 Injection Blow Molding Machine<\/h2>\n

Replacement Reference for Jomar IBM65 \u00b7 Supplied to UK Manufacturers<\/p>\n

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\"ISBMThe EP ZQ60 injection blow molding machine is a high-performance, full-European-structure IBM system designed to replace or upgrade aging Jomar IBM65 lines operating across UK pharmaceutical, personal care, and food-grade packaging facilities. Engineered with a unique pressurised clamping mechanism and servo-driven rotary table, the ZQ60 delivers production-line reliability with energy savings of 10\u201320% versus comparable machines in the same class. Its 60-tonne clamping force and expanded injection weight capacity make it a compelling choice for British manufacturers seeking to modernise their injection blow molding operations without extensive tooling changes or extended downtime.<\/p>\n

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Why UK Manufacturers Choose the ZQ60<\/h2>\n
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20\u201330% Higher Clamping Force<\/p>\n

Full European-style structure provides 600 KN injection clamping force, outperforming comparable machines in the same category \u2014 giving you better mould control and reduced flash on precision parts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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10\u201320% Energy Reduction<\/p>\n

The unique pressurised booster clamping cylinder is decoupled from the mould open\/close sequence. This means the hydraulic circuit is significantly less loaded during cycling, driving down operating energy by 10\u201320% versus industry norms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A servo-driven rotary table replaces traditional mechanical cam indexing, resulting in a simpler mechanical assembly, faster maintenance access, and noticeably quieter operation on the production floor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Expanded Injection Capacity<\/p>\n

With injection weights of 260 g and 383 g (depending on screw selection), the ZQ60 offers a meaningful capacity upgrade over the Jomar IBM65’s 205 g ceiling \u2014 accommodating heavier preforms and wider container neck diameters without compromising cycle time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How the ZQ60 Injection Blow Molding Machine Works<\/h2>\n

The injection blow molding process combines two stages within a single rotary platform. Molten resin \u2014 typically HDPE, PP, or PET \u2014 is injected around a core rod to form a precise parison in the injection station. The rotary table then indexes 120 degrees, positioning the parison inside the blow mould. Compressed air at 0.7\u20131.2 MPa is introduced through the core rod, expanding the parison against the mould wall to form the finished container. The completed bottle is then ejected at the third station during the same machine cycle. This integrated, one-step approach eliminates the need for separate preform handling, reducing contamination risk \u2014 a critical advantage in UK pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing where GMP traceability is mandatory.<\/p>\n

The ZQ60 is well-suited to container volumes from 1 ml to 2,000 ml, covering a broad range of packaging needs. Typical applications in the UK market include dropper bottles for eye and ear medications, narrow-neck bottles for personal care serums, food-safe HDPE containers for condiments, and cosmetic packaging for prestige brands. The machine’s full European structural framework means mould dimensions follow widely adopted European standards, making tooling sourcing and mould manufacture straightforward for British toolmakers.<\/p>\n

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Sample containers produced by the ZQ60 injection blow molding machine<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Pharmaceutical Bottles<\/span>
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Technical Specifications \u2013 ZQ60<\/h2>\n
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System \/ Parameter<\/th>\nUnit<\/th>\nZQ60<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
INJECTION SYSTEM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Screw Diameter<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n45 \/ 50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Screw L\/D Ratio<\/td>\n%<\/td>\n22:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Injection Weight<\/td>\ng<\/td>\n260 \/ 383<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heating Power<\/td>\nKW<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Number of Barrel Zones<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n3+N<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Injection Stroke<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CLAMPING SYSTEM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Injection Clamping Force<\/td>\nKN<\/td>\n600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Opening Stroke for Injection<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n140<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Blowing Clamping Force<\/td>\nKN<\/td>\n100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Opening Stroke for Blowing<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n140<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rotary Table Lift Height<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MOULD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max Platen Size (L x W)<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n600 x 390<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mould Thickness<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max Bottle Diameter<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n120<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max Bottle Height<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n220<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suitable Bottle Volume Range<\/td>\nml<\/td>\n1 \u2013 2,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stripping Stroke<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n230<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hydraulic Pressure<\/td>\nMPa<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Motor Power<\/td>\nKW<\/td>\n18.5 \/ 22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dry Cycle Time<\/td>\ns<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Power<\/td>\nKW<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Operating Power Rate<\/td>\n%<\/td>\n52 \u2013 70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
UTILITIES & DIMENSIONS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Min. Compressed Air Pressure<\/td>\nMPa<\/td>\n0.7 \u2013 1.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Compressed Air Capacity<\/td>\nM\u00b3\/min<\/td>\n0.7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cooling Water Flow<\/td>\nM\u00b3\/h<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cooling Water Pressure<\/td>\nMPa<\/td>\n0.3 \u2013 0.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Machine Dimensions (L x W x H)<\/td>\nM<\/td>\n3.8 x 1.4 x 1.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Net Weight<\/td>\nTon<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

* Parameters are for reference. Due to ongoing equipment improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to modify specifications without notice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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ZQ60 Mould Cavitation Reference<\/h2>\n

Maximum available cavities per container volume \u2014 for planning purposes only:<\/p>\n

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Container Volume<\/th>\n10 ml<\/th>\n30 ml<\/th>\n60 ml<\/th>\n100 ml<\/th>\n250 ml<\/th>\n500 ml<\/th>\n1,000 ml<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Max Cavities<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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ZQ60 vs. Industry Reference Models<\/h2>\n

Brand names are referenced for machine-selection guidance only. We supply the ZQ60 as an independent product.<\/p>\n

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Parameter<\/th>\nZQ60 (Ours)<\/th>\nJomar IBM65*<\/th>\nSUMA 65iB*<\/th>\nBloma IBM50*<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Clamping Force<\/td>\n600 KN<\/td>\n460 KN<\/td>\n580 KN<\/td>\n500 KN<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Screw Diameter<\/td>\n45 \/ 50 mm<\/td>\n45 mm<\/td>\n40 \/ 50 mm<\/td>\n50 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Injection Weight<\/td>\n260 \/ 383 g<\/td>\n205 g<\/td>\n169 \/ 264 g<\/td>\n240 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mould Size (mm)<\/td>\n600 x 390<\/td>\n432 x 660<\/td>\n620 x 400<\/td>\n620 x 430<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Machine Size L x W x H (M)<\/td>\n3.8 x 1.4 x 1.8<\/td>\n2.92 x 1.98 x 3.41<\/td>\n4 x 1.7 x 2.3<\/td>\n620 x 430 x 2.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

* Third-party brand data cited for reference comparison only. Figures are approximate and subject to model variant. ZQ60 data verified by manufacturer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Auxiliary Equipment & Complete Line Solutions<\/h2>\n

The ZQ60 injection blow molding machine integrates seamlessly into a complete production line. Standard auxiliary systems supplied alongside the main machine include raw material hopper dryers, temperature-controlled water chillers, compressed air treatment systems, and bottle conveyor outfeed units. For UK buyers operating under strict BRC or BFS standards, we can configure the line with enclosed conveyor systems and static eliminator modules, ensuring particulate control during the blow-off and ejection stages. Optional downstream integration points include in-line leak testers, checkweighers, labelling systems, and automated bin tippers \u2014 allowing you to build a lights-out bottling cell from a single source.<\/p>\n

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Client Success: UK Pharmaceutical Packaging Upgrade<\/h2>\n

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Case Study \u00b7 East Midlands, UK \u00b7 Pharmaceutical Packaging<\/p>\n

A mid-sized contract packaging business based in Nottingham had operated a Jomar IBM65 for eleven years producing 30 ml and 60 ml HDPE dropper bottles for ophthalmic and topical medication clients. The machine was approaching end-of-life, with increasing downtime related to worn hydraulic seals and an obsolete control board. Sourcing spare parts was taking six to eight weeks, causing supply chain delays for two major NHS-registered pharmaceutical clients.<\/p>\n

After a technical review, the company installed a ZQ60 injection blow molding machine in Q3. The machine was fully operational within four days of delivery, using their existing core rods with minor adaptor tooling. Production efficiency improved by 18% thanks to the faster 4-second dry cycle, and the monthly electricity bill for the machine dropped by approximately 14% \u2014 confirmed by their facilities manager over a 90-day monitoring period. Their two pharmaceutical clients were informed of the equipment change and both completed re-qualification audits within six weeks, maintaining uninterrupted supply.<\/p>\n

“The changeover was smoother than we expected. The technical support team was available throughout commissioning, and the machine’s output consistency has been excellent across the 30 ml dropper line.” \u2014 Production Manager, Nottingham<\/p>\n

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“We replaced our old IBM machine with the ZQ60 and immediately noticed the quieter operation and faster cycle. Our 100 ml bottle line runs 8 cavities without any issues. Very happy with the ROI.”<\/p>\n

\u2014 Operations Director, personal care manufacturer, West Yorkshire<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“The energy savings were real and measurable. We run the machine across two shifts and the lower operating power percentage makes a noticeable difference to our utility costs. The servo rotation indexing is very smooth.”<\/p>\n

\u2014 Technical Manager, nutraceutical packaging, Surrey<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“Getting spare parts for our old Jomar had become a real headache. The ZQ60 has straightforward hydraulics and the service documentation is thorough. We have not had a single unplanned stoppage in eight months of production.”<\/p>\n

\u2014 Plant Engineer, food packaging company, Greater Manchester<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Manufacturing Facility & Custom Configuration<\/h2>\n

Every ZQ60 is manufactured at our dedicated precision engineering facility, which spans over 12,000 m\u00b2 and operates under a rigorous quality management system. The production floor houses CNC machining centres, coordinate measuring machines, and hydraulic test rigs \u2014 giving us end-to-end control over every critical component from the plasticising barrel to the rotary table bearing assembly. For UK buyers, all machines shipped to Great Britain comply with CE marking requirements and are prepared for documentation packs suitable for BS EN ISO records.<\/p>\n

Customisation is a core part of our service. We routinely configure the ZQ60 for specific resin types \u2014 including medical-grade PP, BPA-free HDPE, and crystal-clear PET \u2014 with screw and barrel geometry matched to the rheological profile of the material. Mould temperature control circuit routing, platen drilling patterns, and operator panel layouts can all be tailored to site-specific requirements. For customers transitioning from Jomar IBM65 tooling, our engineering team will review your existing core rod and mould dimensions and advise on the most cost-effective adaptor path to get your current tooling running on the ZQ60 with minimal modification.<\/p>\n

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Related Injection Blow Molding Machines<\/h2>\n

If you need a different capacity range, our EP-HGYS series offers high-speed and high-volume variants for demanding UK production environments:<\/p>\n

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HGYS200-V4<\/p>\n

High-efficiency 200T servo injection blow molding machine for demanding pharmaceutical and personal care production lines. Expanded platen and multi-cavity capability.<\/p>\n

View HGYS200-V4 \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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HGYS150-V4-EV<\/p>\n

All-electric 150T injection blow molding machine delivering ultra-precise process control and the lowest possible energy footprint for cleanroom and pharmaceutical packaging applications.<\/p>\n

View HGYS150-V4-EV \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Questions UK buyers commonly ask when considering the ZQ60 injection blow molding machine<\/p>\n

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Pricing for the ZQ60 depends on the screw diameter selected, auxiliary equipment configuration, mould customisation requirements, and delivery terms to your UK site. For pharmaceutical packaging operations in England, Scotland, or Wales, we recommend requesting a formal quote with your container dimensions, required cavitation, and target resin type so we can build an accurate total line cost. Contact us at sales@isbm-equipment.com<\/a> for a tailored quotation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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The ZQ60 offers a higher injection clamping force of 600 KN versus 460 KN on the Jomar IBM65 reference model, along with a significantly greater maximum injection weight of up to 383 g compared to 205 g. The machine footprint is compact at 3.8 x 1.4 x 1.8 M, which is smaller than the Jomar footprint in height \u2014 important for facilities with lower ceiling clearances. Existing core rod tooling can often be adapted with minor modifications, and our engineers provide a pre-delivery compatibility assessment at no charge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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The ZQ60 processes HDPE, PP, PET, and LDPE as standard materials. For BPA-free requirements \u2014 common in UK food contact and infant product regulations \u2014 both HDPE and PP options are fully supported. Custom screw geometries are available for high-viscosity medical-grade PP and for clear PET applications where optical clarity is a commercial requirement. Please specify your resin grade when requesting a quote so we can match the screw and barrel configuration accordingly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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We supply the ZQ60 directly to UK buyers with delivery typically within 10\u201314 weeks from order confirmation, depending on customisation requirements. Our commissioning engineers can travel to your site in England, Scotland, or Wales for machine installation, test runs, and operator training. Post-commissioning support is provided by a dedicated technical team reachable via email and video call. Reach out via sales@isbm-equipment.com<\/a> to discuss your project timeline.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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For 60 ml containers, the ZQ60 supports a maximum of 10 cavities per cycle based on the mould cavitation reference data. With a 4-second dry cycle time, this configuration delivers excellent throughput for cosmetic bottle formats common in the UK prestige and mass-market sectors. Actual cavitation depends on final bottle geometry, neck diameter, and wall thickness \u2014 our applications team can run a cavitation feasibility review based on your bottle drawing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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Ideally, you should initiate the procurement process at least five to six months before your planned changeover date. This allows time for the quotation and technical alignment phase, production and quality checks, sea freight transit to UK ports, customs clearance, and site installation. Starting early also gives your team time to plan the requalification process \u2014 particularly important for pharmaceutical clients who require documented equipment change notifications under GMP frameworks. Email us now<\/a> to begin the process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to Upgrade Your Injection Blow Molding Line?<\/p>\n

Speak to our UK project team about the ZQ60. We will assess your current setup and provide a no-obligation proposal.<\/p>\n

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Disclaimer: Brand names including Jomar, SUMA, Uniloy, and Bloma are referenced solely to assist customers in identifying compatible machine class equivalents. ISBM-Equipment.com is an independent manufacturer and does not manufacture, distribute, or claim affiliation with any third-party brand mentioned on this page. All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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