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News Release from: MacDermid Autotype | Subject: In-mould decoration
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 September 2003
IMD process reduces production sequences
In-mould decoration, a relatively new and cost effective process for the production of automotive interior panels, can reduce the number of production stages and component parts.
Tim Wright, Business Manager IMD for Autotype International, will be unveiling some of the secrets of In-Mould Decoration at the Plastics in Automotive Interiors Conference, taking place in Frankfurt, Germany, on the 8th and 9th of October In-Mould Decoration (IMD) is a relatively new and cost effective process for the production of automotive interior panels, including dashboard, HVAC and PRNDL components and assemblies
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 28 Aug 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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Tim Wright has over 20 years experience in the development and application of plastics and associated chemistry and is one of the world's leading experts on IMD technology.
His presentation to the Plastics in Automotive Interiors Conference will focus on the application of IMD for automotive interiors, including the ways in which component integration can reduce tooling and assembly costs and the most recent innovations within this expanding field.
Additionally, he will address the way in which IMD technology can successfully replicate wood and metal finishes for 3D parts using the Autotype Autoflex range of films, which were specifically developed for shallow, medium and deep draw applications.
About Autotype - Autotype is a technology sponsor of the Plastics in Automotive interiors Conference.
The company produces speciality films and chemicals for the automotive and electronic device markets and for the screen printing and digital imaging processes.
As well as its technical expertise in meeting the demand for durable and effective touch and vision interfaces it has remained at the forefront of screen printing innovation in achieving thinner and more even ink deposits, a key requirement of electronic and industrial printers.
Autotype supports its technical innovation by in depth application knowledge and on the ground support for its customers worldwide from its bases in Europe, the Americas and Asia.
This has recently been supplemented by the launch of its IMD dedicated website (autotype.com/imd) that provides detailed information on all stages of the IMD process in addition to highlighting the features and benefits it provides. Request a free brochure from MacDermid Autotype ...
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