Meech Launched New Long-Range Ionising Bar
The company introduced its Hyperion 973IPS system designed to improve static control and manufacturing yields.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Home Cleaning
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Meech has launched the Hyperion 973IPS, a new long-range ionising bar engineered to boost performance on high-speed packaging lines. The system succeeds the company's previous 971IPS-30 model.
Why it matters
The technology aims to reduce production downtime and waste by mitigating contamination and static electricity issues during manufacturing processes. This helps facilities maintain higher product quality and yield.
The Hyperion 973IPS provides a maximum output of 35 kV and operates at distances between 450 mm and 1,500 mm. Its housing features an IP54 rating, and it utilizes emitter pins constructed from high-purity, corrosion-resistant titanium alloy.
The players
Meech
Meech is a manufacturer specializing in static control, web cleaning, and compressed air technology for industrial applications.
The details
Featuring integrated air assist, the device is built to maintain performance across long operational distances. Alongside this launch, the company also showcased its CyClean-R non-contact web cleaning system, which handles widths up to 4,000 mm and captures particles as small as 0.5 micron.
Timeline
October 18-21, 2026: The technologies were showcased at PACK EXPO International in Chicago.
Culture Shift
The launch marks a transition toward higher precision in industrial environments, following the technical baseline established by the Hyperion 971IPS-30. This shift underscores the growing industry emphasis on automated quality control to minimize waste in large-scale production.
These technical advancements specifically affect production timelines for items manufactured on high-speed lines, potentially reducing the frequency of defects in consumer goods. For factory operators, the adoption of such systems directly impacts maintenance intervals and material waste budgets.
The takeaway
Advancements in static control and particle extraction are essential for maintaining modern manufacturing efficiency. Facilities can improve their bottom line by adopting hardware that reduces the need for manual intervention during high-speed production runs.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Packaging World.
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