From 17 September to 19 October, Automa is showcasing the new fully electric Synthesi blow moulding machine at Overengineering (Automa's partner) site in Cadriano, near Bologna. The machine is extremely flexible and versatile on an application level, is based on 12 interchangeable modules to generate up to 320 different machine models, and is available in versions equipped with one to eight shuttles. The SBM4-700 model in operation for the duration of the open house month features 4 shuttles with a travel of 700 mm and a 200 kN clamping unit. It produces milk bottles at a rate of approximately 10000 pieces an hour.