You run a plastic film factory. You need to produce high‑quality PE film for packaging, industrial use, or consumer goods. But you also need to maximize output and minimize downtime.
A standard film blowing machine uses a single winding shaft. When one roll finishes, the entire line stops while you unload and reload. That lost time adds up across a production shift.
The 1300 PE double winding blown film machine solves this problem. It uses two winding shafts that work alternately, allowing continuous production with no pauses for roll changes. One shaft winds while the operator unloads the finished roll from the other shaft.
In this guide, I explain what this machine is, how it works, what materials it handles. You will understand why the double winding design is a smart choice for high‑volume film production.
A 1300 PE double winding blown film machine is a plastic film extrusion system that melts polyethylene (PE) resin pellets, blows them into a tubular bubble, and flattens the bubble into film. The “double winding” feature means the machine has two independent winding shafts. While one shaft winds a finished roll, the operator can remove the full roll from the other shaft and set up a new core—all without stopping the extrusion line.
| Feature | Single‑Winding Machine | Double‑Winding Machine |
| Roll change process | Line stops for each roll change | Continuous production, no line stop |
| Operator labor | Higher‑one operator required for roll change | Lower‑operator changes rolls while line runs |
| Output per shift | Lower (due to stoppages) | Higher (eliminates changeover downtime) |
| Equipment cost | Lower upfront | Higher upfront, faster payback through output |
The extruder is the heart of the machine. It melts the plastic resin pellets and pushes the molten material through the die head.
The die head shapes the molten plastic into a tubular “bubble.” The air ring blows cooling air around the bubble to solidify the film at a controlled rate.
As the bubble rises, the collapsing frame flattens it into a double‑layer film. Pinch rollers then pull the flattened film downward at a controlled speed.
This is the defining feature of the machine. The double winding unit consists of two independent winding shafts positioned one above the other.
Modern machines feature PLC‑based touchscreen controls for easy operation.
Some applications require a textured film surface. An embossing roller creates a matte or patterned finish.
| Parameter | Typical Range for 1300 Model |
| Max film width | 800–1300 mm |
| Film thickness range | 0.02–0.15 mm (20–150 microns) |
| Screw diameter | Φ50–Φ65 |
| Output capacity | 75–150 kg/hour depending on material |
| Winding method | Double shaft, alternating operation |
| Materials processed | LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, recycled material, masterbatch blends |
* Actual specifications vary by manufacturer and model. Contact the supplier for exact data.
The machine follows a continuous process from raw material to finished rolls.
The operator loads PE resin pellets (LDPE, LLDPE, or HDPE) into a hopper. Additives such as slip agents, antiblock, color masterbatch, or UV stabilizers can be blended at this stage.
Pellets feed into the screw and barrel. Heaters along the barrel melt the resin at temperatures between 150°C and 220°C. The rotating screw pushes the molten material toward the die head.
Melted plastic exits the die head as a tube. The internal air pressure expands the tube into a bubble. The air ring blows cooling air to solidify the film surface immediately.
The bubble rises through the collapsing frame, which gradually flattens it into a double‑layer web of film. The film now travels downward through the tower.
Flattened film passes through pinch rollers and guides to the double winding unit. The active winding shaft winds the film into a roll. When the preset roll diameter is reached, the machine automatically transfers the film to the second shaft. The operator then removes the finished roll from the first shaft and places a new core.
The operator unloads the finished roll without stopping the extrusion line. The process repeats continuously.
This machine is designed for polyolefin resins, with broad compatibility for various material blends.
| Material | Properties | Common Applications |
| LDPE | Soft, transparent, excellent flexibility | Shrink film, light‑duty bags, food packaging |
| LLDPE | High tensile strength, puncture resistance | Stretch film, heavy‑duty sacks, industrial liners |
| HDPE | Stiff, opaque, high strength | T‑shirt bags, garbage bags, grocery sacks |
| Recycled Material | Mixed‑grade, variable properties | Shopping bags, non‑critical packaging |
| Masterbatch Blends | Color, UV, slip, antiblock additives | Branded packaging, agricultural film |
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* This guide applies to 1300mm double winding PE blown film machines. For other widths, singlewinding models, or complete film production line setup, contact our engineering team for a free consultation.