What are the typical applications for a 10L-12L drum machine?

These machines are mainly used for chemical drums, industrial fluid containers, HDPE drums for lubricants/oils, and bulk packaging containers requiring chemical resistance and stacking strength.

Can these machines produce multi-layer drums?

Both KSY85-J10L and KSY95-J12L can be configured for 2-3 layer co-extrusion, for example HDPE/EVOH/HDPE, to improve chemical resistance and reduce permeability.

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10L - 12L Chemical Drum Machines

Heavy-duty Drum Blow Molding Machines for Chemical & Industrial Container Production

Name: KSY85-J10L Industrial Drum Blow Molding Machine
Brand: KSY

Two specialised industrial models for manufacturing HDPE chemical drums, lube oil drums and large industrial containers up to 12L. Both machines handle thick walls, high clamping-force demands and multi-layer barrier applications.

120-135 kN clamping force 85-115 kg/h HDPE output Siemens S7-1500 PLC control 2-3 layer EVOH option

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KSY85-J10L

KSY85-J10L – multiple 10L industrial drum production

High-clamping-force drum machine with 85-100 kg/h plasticizing capacity. Suitable for 5-10L chemical containers, HDPE drums, thick-wall lubricant bottles and industrial pails.

10 LMaximum capacity

85-100 kg/hPlasticizing capacity

120 kNClamping force

6.5 sDry cycle time

4.5 mmMax. wall thickness

13 tMachine weight

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Machine selection guide: if your production is mainly 5-10L drums, choose KSY85-J10L. For 10-12L drums, thicker walls and more demanding output, choose KSY95-J12L.

KSY85-J10L Complete Technical Specifications

Standard machine configuration may be modified to suit your production request.

Screw diameter85 mm or 90 mm (optional)

Plasticizing capacity85-100 kg/h

Clamping force120 kN

Platen spacing300 – 650 mm

Mold moving stroke— consult KSY drawing

Dry cycle time6.5 s

Max. mould dimensionsW 650 mm · H 600 mm

Product range2L – 10L

Average power consumption48 kW/h

Control systemSiemens S7-1500 PLC + touch screen HMI

Max. wall thickness4.5 mm

Machine weight13 t

Multi-layer capability2-3 layers (e.g. PE/EVOH/PE)

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KSY engineer’s note – KSY85-J10L

If you mainly produce 5-10L industrial drums, the KSY85-J10L is the most direct solution. With 120kN clamping force and 85-100kg/h capacity, it can hold stable wall thickness around 2.5-4.5mm HDPE. For aggressive chemical contents, consider PE/EVOH/PE 3-layer structure.

KSY85-J10L vs KSY95-J12L Comparison

Choose the model that best matches your drum size and output target.

Parameter	KSY85-J10L	KSY95-J12L
Max capacity	10L	12L
Min. volume	2L	3L
Plasticizing capacity	85-100 kg/h	95-115 kg/h
Clamping force	120 kN	135 kN
Dry cycle time	6.5 s	7.0 s
Max. wall thickness	4.5 mm	5.0 mm
Power consumption	48 kW/h	55 kW/h
Machine weight	13 t	16 t
Best suited for	5-10L chemical drums & industrial containers	10-12L large HDPE drums, thick-wall containers

Modular drum-machine production features

Both models are designed for high-volume drum production with reliable 24/7 operation.

High-clamping-force frame

Suitable for thick-walled bottles, jerry cans and open-top drums where consistent wall distribution under high force is important.

Variable screw size options

Choose 85/90mm on KSY85, or 90/95mm on KSY95 to balance output against energy use for your bottle design.

2-3 layer co-extrusion

For chemical drums requiring EVOH or PA barrier, KSY can add an extra extruder for multi-layer parison.

Siemens S7-1500 control

Reliable machine control and parison programming with touch-screen HMI and diagnostics for high-volume production.

Energy-conscious hydraulics

One main pump with variable flow better matches oil demand and reduces idle energy losses during drum cycles.

Fast setup for mould change

Cylinder-driven die head and central clamp allow faster job change between small drum series, reducing downtime.

Typical Drum & Container Applications

Examples of containers made with KSY85-J10L and KSY95-J12L machines.

5-10L Chemical drums

HDPE/HMW-HDPE containers for industrial chemicals, water treatment products and concentrated liquids.

8-12L HDPE drums

Thick-wall industrial drums and large lube oil containers for 12L filling lines.

Stackable pails & jerry cans

Open-top pails and jerry cans with handles, designed for stacking and transport durability.

Compatible materials

HDPE HMW-HDPE LDPE PP Cross-linked PE EVOH barrier PA / Nylon Recycled HDPE

KSY material tip: for strong chemical drums, full HMW-HDPE or a PE/EVOH/PE combination gives the best chemical-resistance / cost balance. Contact us if you want to test a different formulation for your drum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical applications of a 10-12L drum machine?

These machines are used for chemical drums, industrial fluid containers, HDPE drums for lubricants/oils, bulk containers and thick-wall jerry cans that require chemical resistance / stacking strength.

How fast is production for a 10L container?

In single-cavity normal mold conditions, the 10L drum may complete roughly 6.5-8 s depending on wall thickness and cooling. Actual output is best confirmed after bottle weight, handle, neck, and mold are finalized.

Can these machines produce multi-layer containers?

Yes. KSY85-J10L and KSY95-J12L can be configured with 2-3 extruders for multi-layer parison, typically HDPE/EVOH/HDPE when barrier performance is required.

How should I choose between 10L and 12L machine?

If maximum product volume will be 10L, choose KSY85. If you need 12L containers or a larger clamping-capacity reserve, select KSY95-J12L.

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Need reliable drum blow molding equipment in 6-12L range?

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