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Run plastics processing plants remotely
A number of new features introduced to a materials handling network control system, will make the running of plastics processing plants even more 'hands-off' and possible from remote locations.
News from Wittmann (UK) (23 November 2005)
Software minimises mould robot set-up times
Plastics - Mould is a software product for easy programming of ABB robots used for plastic injection moulding applications, which minimises learning curve, set-up time and error recovery time.
News from ABB Automation Technologies (14 November 2005)
Robots minimise mould opening motion
In order to minimise the mould opening motion for shortest part removal times, all mid-range linear robots are equipped with a compact, self-locking part swivel axis.
News from Wittmann (UK) ( 9 November 2005)
Moulder's upgrades raise productivity by 20%
User application article The turnkey project at a UK moulder included the installation of two linear robots, cooling, material handling and dosing equipment for a new plastics moulding production cell at the company.
News from Sandretto UK ( 8 November 2005)
Polymer melt viscometer resists harsh conditions
Polymer melt viscometer gives reliable, uninterrupted performance under high temperature, pressure and viscosity conditions with virtually no maintenance. Brochure available
News from Hydramotion ( 2 November 2005)
Latest moulding robots create show interest
Robots create a lot of interest at UK plastics show, including a servo type specifically designed for the fast removal of plastics parts from stack moulds and two-plate single face moulds.
News from Wittmann (UK) (24 October 2005)
Automation systems exhibited for moulding
Among a full range of ancillary and automation equipment for moulding systems, the latest robot offers improvements, economies and better design in all areas.
News from Wittmann (UK) (17 August 2005)
Mould temperature controllers orders roll in
This year Wittmann UK has been notching up several double-digit orders for its Primus C mould temperature controllers for the plastics processing industries.
News from Wittmann (UK) (15 August 2005)
Versatile robot serves injection moulders
Backward-bending, steam-washable robot is available in four versions, and its high payload makes it the strongest robot on the market in its class for injection moulders up to 2500kN. Brochure available
News from ABB Automation Technologies (Robotics) (12 August 2005)
High reliability robots support plastics moulding
User application article Robot technology on its injection moulding machines has enabled MK Electric to deliver a consistently high quality product and simplified manufacturing processes. Brochure available
News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) (12 August 2005)
Polymetric material conveying links two loaders
Integrated polymeric material conveying is available for up to two loaders - one to convey material to the drying hopper and the other to convey dried material to the moulding machine.
News from Wittmann (UK) (26 April 2005)
Linear robots unload large mouldings
For larger injection moulding machines, linear robots are now availablewith suitable payloads up to 75kg and have a vertical stroke up to 2800mm for handling large mouldings.
News from Wittmann (UK) ( 4 April 2005)
System to reprocess plastics in-house
User application article Southco has purchased its third Wittmann UK supplied automation cell, complete with CNC linear robot, conveyor systems and granulation for in-house plastics reprocessing.
News from Wittmann (UK) (24 March 2005)
Eight sprue pickers complete automation
User application article Eight sprue pickers round off a large scale programme of manufacturing investment at a plastics moulder that includes three new two-shot injection moulding machines.
News from Wittmann (UK) (18 March 2005)
Detector keeps feedstock clear of metals
Detector system removes magnetic and non-magnetic metal contamination from granulate and ground feedstock for all types of injection, blow moulding and extrusion machines. Brochure available
News from S+S Inspection (15 March 2005)
Automatic PVC handling systems highlighted
Automatic Handling of PVC, Caco3, Stabilisers, Modifiers and TiO2 for heater-cooler feeding and extruders will be discussed at a forthcoming international PVC conference.
News from Ingredient Handling Solutions ( 3 March 2005)
Vacuum units can vary loading times
Vacuum loaders for central plastics material handling systems are now equipped with an easily accessible potentiometer for variable loading times and glass cone viewing.
News from Wittmann (UK) (25 February 2005)
Plastics tooling change over examined at show
Examining production basics will be the aim of PICME at 'PMD 05' exhibition - showing live demonstrations in 'best practice' and in the key area of tooling changeovers.
News from PICME (24 February 2005)
Simulation and optimization selected
LMS International has announced that Aisin Seiki, has selected LMS Virtual.Lab Motion to simulate and optimize the dynamic performance of vehicle components and systems. Brochure available
News from LMS International ( 3 February 2005)
Moulders' robots offer 20% costs saving
Offering cost savings of over 20% on the previous generation, latest robots are squarely aimed at the majority of companies involved in injection moulding who want to increase competitiveness.
News from Wittmann (UK) (31 January 2005)
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