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Injection moulding
News Release from: Oerlikon Balzers Coating | Subject: PVD coatings
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 03 March 2005
PVD coatings up moulding performance
Specialised PVD coatings can dramatically improve performance and profitability in plastics moulding by reducing the adhesion of the melt to injection system components.
Specialised PVD coatings can dramatically improve performance and profitability in plastics moulding by reducing the adhesion of the melt to injection system components Balzers will use its time at Plastics Design and Moulding (PDM) 2005, which takes place at the Telford International Centre, UK, between 12-14 April, to explain how the use of its specialist PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) coatings can dramatically improve performance and profitability in the plastics moulding sector
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 20 Feb 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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"Exhibiting at PDM is a great opportunity for us to introduce our range of coatings to the plastic moulding market and we are very excited about the potential for these products to enhance the productivity of the sector," says Balzers' Managing Director Peter Stockley.
Balzers Balinit range of coatings help to create lower manufacturing costs through longer service lives, shorter cycle times and optimum operational performance.
Users can expect better mould filling thanks to the enhanced flow properties and the injection pressure remains effective for longer.
The reduced tendency for 'sticking' makes mould release easier and, in some cases, particularly beneficial.
For example, when injection moulding caps and closures for pharmaceutical packaging, no lubricant or release agent may be used.
In this case, threaded cores coated with Balinit extend the service interval of a typical 30-cavity tool from one week to over 8 months.
Reliable mould release and 10% shorter cycle times resulted in 20% higher productivity.
Also, thanks to its anti-adhesive properties, Balinit reduces the adhesion of the melt to screw tips, back-flow valves, nozzles and shut-off needles.
Finally, Balinit coatings also provide higher wear resistance, ease of cleaning and the ability to run dry, By taking advantage of these benefits Balzers Balinit coatings can help enhance your manufacturing process.
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