MMC, the provider of automation solutions for the caps & closures industry, has reinforced its reputation as the world’s leading supplier of cap lining (wadding) machines with the introduction of the LM-370RD.

The new wadding machine employs a vastly improved material-cutting technology that’s light years beyond traditional technology.  Designed and built using industry-leading standards that MMC customers have come to expect from MMC, the LM-370RD uses smooth, continuous-motion, material-cutting technology in place of the traditional punch and die arrangement. The use of “Rotary Die” technology delivers cost saving benefits and dramatic improvements with regard to productivity and quality.

Key features of the new system include:

• Smooth continuous motion material cutting technology
• Cutting is performed away from the cap thus reducing the risk of contamination
• Substantial reduction of noise level and vibration
• More accurate liner inserting system
• Easier and quicker changeovers resulting in improved uptime
• Less hand tools required for changeover
• Numerous quick change features
• Less than 45 minutes for changeover from one cap size to another
• Less than 5 minutes for die changeover
• Elimination of time consuming die set maintenance procedures
• Lower machine maintenance cost
• Reduced inventory of tooling spare parts