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UHMW-PE Granulate [By Mitsui Chemicals Inc.] Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene is known for its excellent sliding properties, abrasion resistance, and high strength, and is classified as an engineering plastic. Only very few manufacturers are worldwide in the position to supply injection & extrusion moldable UHMW-PE. UHMW-PE is available as granulate (LUBMER ™) for injection and extrusion molding. Powders (MIPELON™) and granulates are also used in blending with other polymers, i.e. to improve the tribological properties. UHMW-PE LUBMER™ L3000, L4000, L5000 • UHMWPE in Granulate form as you know it from standard Polyolefins • High chemical resistance • Noiseless properties • High abrasion resistance • Good sliding properties • Approved for FDA & EU 10/2011 UHMW-PE abrasion resistance improving agent LY1040 • High improving of abrasion resistance • High decreasing of friction coefficient for technical polymers • Agent in granulate form for standard dosing systems • High effective from 5% onward

Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene UHMW-PE are PE types with molecular weights from 1 million g/mol up to 10 million g/mol. Standard types are used in the range of 3–5 million g/mol. With increasing molecular weight, wear resistance and impact strength, in particular, improve. UHMW-PE exhibits the most balanced property profile of all polyethylenes and offers very good impact strength even at temperatures down to minus 200°C. Characteristic properties: Best wear resistance of all engineering plastics at room temperature, very low coefficients of sliding friction, excellent sliding properties, very good stress crack resistance, noise reduction, UV resistance. Areas of application: Protective devices, lining technology, general mechanical engineering, conveyor technology, medical technology, protective clothing, sports & leisure equipment. Processing: Due to the high molecular weight, the material viscosity also increases, so UHMWPE can generally only be processed using RAM extrusion and press-sintering processes. Semi-finished products for further machining can thus be produced with very low stresses. With our partner IRPC, we are currently developing a UHMWPE granulate grade suitable for injection molding.

The perfect purging compounds from the Swiss company UltraSystem for all polymers In order to be able to deliver to you even faster, we now have all UltraPlast purging compounds from UltraSystem in stock for you in our warehouse. Contact us for a sample shipment or if you have any questions about the application.

Ultra SideGate™ provides easy integration, operation and maintenance and is ideal for deep draw parts such as pipettes, syringe barrels, and hinged closures or smaller parts where only side-gating is possible and gate quality is critical. Ultra SideGate™ nozzles offer molders the opportunity to horizontally direct-gate parts that cannot be effectively gated with a standard nozzle. This direct sidegating method allows for high productivity without sacrificing gate quality, while eliminating the need for cold runners.

Our new Ultra Helix™ nozzles are a giant leap forward in valve gate technology. With advanced manufacturing capabilities and unique designs, it is now possible to direct gate parts with gate vestige so clean it is nearly unmeasurable.

Ultramid® Expand Ultramid Expand® is a particle foam by BASF that is based on a combination of several polyamide 6 grades. The particle foam consists of pre-foamed particles with a defined particle size and density, which can be welded into a 3D component without generating foam waste in a molding machine. The component has isotropic foam properties, i.e. the same mechanical properties in all directions. A chemical reaction does not take place in the foam. The particle foam excels with a wide range of unique characteristics: high temperature-resistance, outstanding stiffness and strength as well as an excellent chemical resistance, e.g. in contact with fuels, oils and lubricants. Additionally, the closed cell foam structure offers an exceptional compressive strength, a requirement for the use in crash relevant components that are exposed to high mechanical demands. Because of this versatility, lightweight applications are possible as well.

Infinity™ with Melt-Match® Patented Melt-Match® Technology Produce fast and consistently by programming ultrasonic stack velocity, force, and position throughout the entire welding process for stronger welds. Accurate & Reliable Ultrasonic Welding Weld more accurately and reliably thanks to a tighter standard deviation of dimensional accuracy and 100% digital all-electric control. Lower Production Costs Since ultrasonic welding doesn’t require filler materials, adhesives, or fasteners, you can reduce production costs for each project. Replicate Proven Welding Processes Easily replicate a proven welding process from one Infinity system to another with the 100% digital all-electric control. No adjustments to pneumatics are needed. Weld Various Types of Materials A wide variety of thermoplastics and metals can be welded using this Ultrasonic Welder for more flexibility in your production.

The newest family of Husky hot runners—UltraShot™—offers dramatic advances over traditional injection technology. The UltraShot™ hot runner injection molding system features a servo-controlled injection system that permits more precise melt control than ever—right in the gate. How? By positioning the shooting pots in closer proximity to the gates and pressurizing the resin near the cavities, which reduces shear and thermal variations in part quality and performance. This enables part designers ultimate part freedom, removing design barriers caused by injection molding process constraints.

HIGH TECH ON THE MOVE – THE MOBILE ULTRASONIC HAND WELDING EQUIPMENT FOR PROTOTYPES, REPAIRS, LOW-VOLUME PRODUCTION, AND MORE. - Digital ultrasonic generator – FG 441 B (400W, 40kHz) or FG 841 B (800W, 40kHZ) - Parameter tracing on large LCD graphic display - Automatic frequency and amplitude control - Intelligent ventilation control - Idle safety and soft start for gentle vibration buildup - Operational safety through safety systems - Differently shaped Hand Welding Units FH 413/413i with US-Converter 841/841i - Impact resistant case made of PP (54x42x22 cm); total weight approx. 9 kg

3 possibilities with only 1 control unit 1. ultrasonic polishing system piggySonic® Mark 3 works with the latest ultrasonic technology. You will notice this when you pick up the handpiece. It is extremely handy, the cable is thin and flexible, the holders are neatly finished. Switch on. The device searches for the optimum frequency. Adjust the power and off you go. In practice, the combination of ceramic fibre file and ultrasonic system is unbeatable. This allows you to remove the hard erosion skin quickly and cleanly, giving you an optimum starting surface for the subsequent processing steps. 2. brushless micromotors with up to 300 watts piggySonic® Mark 3 works with a brushless micromotor up to 300 watts. This means you can now sand and polish powerfully. But that's not all: Depending on the tool size and task, you select the appropriate speed range and always work under optimum conditions. Select the "without brush" output. The system automatically sets the starting speed to zero for your own safety. This ensures that you do not accidentally start at too high a speed and endanger yourself and others as a result. select the desired speed range. now regulate the desired speed. It is shown on the display at the same time. The display always shows you the current speed. The speed remains constant thanks to the built-in control electronics. You can attach different heads to the micromotor. 3. powerHand motors with brush The PowerHand series provides you with a complete micromotor system: Angle heads, swingHandy with interesting cross stroke, 2 powerful filing machines and a belt sander. Everything you need with just one control unit. You save space, improve your organisation and also save a lot of money.

FRIMO Ultrasonic Welding - Surface welds - Melts quickly - Cold process - Reliable process - Part-specific layout and configuration - Energy efficient - Short cycle times - Exact reproducibility FRIMO Ultrasonic Riveting - Readily available standard riveting units - Highly-efficient process with very short cycle times - Secure, tight, low-stress welds - Low energy consumption - All weld points can be reached - Even the most diverse material combinations are possible

Husky UltraSync™ technology offers repeatable shot-to-shot and part-to-part consistency through precise stem closing, helping remove variation from the injection molding process. The precision of UltraSync technology is achieved by using either an electric servo motor option, hydraulic cylinder option or pneumatic cylinder option that moves the valve stems with 100% synchronization. In combination with its servo motor the electric option (UltraSync-E) is ideally suited for clean room applications and all electric machines.

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