In this automatic transmission component, the four large holes form the seat and the functional surfaces of the valves. The valve block serves to realize the oil channels and acts as a receptacle for the electric actuators that switch the hydraulic circuits. The component is firmly assembled by means of direct bolting without screw sleeves. Industry: automotive Special features: + Complex, highly fissured component geometry, realized by tooling. + No perceptible sink marks, therefore highly precise despite complex geometry + Extremely good ratio between component cost and functionality + Flat flange surfaces implemented without post-processing + Substitutes an aluminum component, which had to be machined from all sides in a time-consuming process

Under the slogan "GRAFE - we are very colorful but always greener", the company will demonstrate its expertise as a specialist in the customer-specific coloring of all types of polymers at PCD 2020. This also includes more and more bio-plastics. GRAFE is increasingly specialising in the colouring of renewable biodegradable plastics - both through the use of commercially available carrier systems and in particular on the basis of renewable or biodegradable systems. Our comprehensive expertise in the colouring of numerous plastics also helps here as a carrier system.

With conventional edge protection or sealing profiles, a metal carrier is fed in, coated with PVC or TPE and given the desired profile shape. Our extensive range of granules gives us many possibilities to manufacture high-quality products (e.g. for food-compliant use) on our modern production facilities and to adjust the color and physical properties for suitable specifications. Our rubber profiles are manufactured from high-quality EPDM compounds according to a specific recipe on modern production facilities.

One visualisation – one operation: Despite its size, the handy VARIO turns out to be a highly user-friendly, efficient hot runner control device, thanks to its display that can be swiveled up and down. Two desk devices with up to 32 zones can be combined with each other via the master-slave function and controlled per touch panel through just one device. In addition, connecting further devices, including needle valve-control and pressure measurement system, is possible via standard Ethernet connection. The VARIO with microcontroller control meets the highest requirements for the process reliability of your plastic manufacture while remaining as small and handy as possible. A further step towards the future is the linkage of all hot runner controllers to a central mould server within your company network or via OPC/UA.

For some years now, the particularly effective Vario Shot nozzle range from HASCO hot runner has been enjoying increase in popularity. With the new interchangeable needle valve pre-chamber Vario Shot Xgate, HASCO has extended its proven nozzle portfolio. Vario Shot Xgate simplifies maintenance This wear resistant Xgate simplifies the maintenance of the injection moulding tool and significantly reduces the maintenance costs. The life of the gates is considerably extended and guarantees perfect moulding quality over millions of injection cycles. Precise needle guidance with pre-centring The easily changed pre-chamber with a compact, easy-to-produce tight fit offers precise needle guidance with pre-centring and is also highly resistant to abrasive and chemically aggressive materials. Individually geared to applications, the two new variants of the Vario Shot Xgate offer the ideal solution, either for amorphous or for semi-crystalline plastics. The gate area and contact surfaces can be varied for application-specific temperature control. Optimum supplement to the Vario Shot nozzle range The needle valve pre-chamber Xgate perfectly supplements the Vario Shot range, which is noted for its compact dimensions, optimum temperature control, simple servicing, and modular design. More than 1,000 nozzle variants enable countless demanding applications, from gating on lower distributor manifolds up to high-end needle valve solutions. The wide selection of nozzle lengths with runner and individual nozzles offers an elevated level of freedom in mould design. The HASCO hot runner team will be pleased to support its customers in the optimum coordination of the nozzles, nozzle tips and needle valve pre-chambers to the specific applications.

The Michel Vario-Tisch is a flexible modular system of a coupling station that enables all expansions and modifications in the future. ‍ In total, there are 10 Michel Vario-Tisch frames that are welded and equipped and are therefore delivered ready for installation. Brackets for transport and for later extensions (cover plates, coding brackets) are laser-cut into the frame. ‍ All tables have a uniform height and can therefore be positioned next to each other and one behind the other without changing the operating height. The center distance is the same across all frames, so the Michel Vario-Tisch can be extended in width as required by adding more frames. As standard, the Michel Vario-Tisch has two infeed levels and can be equipped with diameters of 40.0 / 45.0 / 50.0 / 60.3 mm in one frame – in all materials. This means that materials and pipes can be easily converted and rearranged afterwards with the help of the special locking suspension system. Both levels can also be connected to each other using Y-pieces. Panels, platforms and other attachments are completely freely configurable. Basically, a Michel Vario-Tisch coupling station can be configured and requested in a very short time. Dimensions can already be taken into account during the planning phase.

Packaging manufacturers may be considering a change of material from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) to polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for bottles for a variety of reasons. These include the advantages of the efficient ISBM (Injection Stretch Blow Moulding) process and associated material efficiency, the availability of recyclates to more quickly achieve recycling quotas, and a lower CO₂ footprint. However, for some brand owners, the velvety, premium haptics of HDPE extrusion blow-moulded bottles have so far presented an aesthetic challenge in product marketing. Lifocolor has developed a new masterbatch solution that gives PET bottles produced using the ISBM process a softer, more tactile feel, similar to that of HDPE extrusion blow-moulded bottles. Therefore, processors can benefit from the advantages of the PET process without having to forego the sensory brand experience previously reserved for HDPE bottles.

Laser welding also joins materials that cannot otherwise be welded. Weldable materials include: - Steel (up to 62 HRC of the weld seams) - Titanium / titanium alloys - Copper / beryllium copper - Nickel / nickel alloys - Brass (limited) - Aluminium (limited)

Automotive OEMs are under increasing pressure to incorporate more recycled content into their vehicles, but interior applications remain challenging. Conventional polypropylene solutions with recycled content often fall short in colorability, odor and emissions performance, and consistency, which can affect both mechanical performance and processing. Crealen R from Teknor Apex was developed to address these constraints in automotive interior applications. Crealen R enthält bis zu 70 % Post-Consumer-Recyclingmaterial (PCR), dessen Herkunft durch eine unabhängige Stelle überprüft und rückverfolgbar ist und das aus einem kontrollierten, hochwertigen PCR-Strom stammt. Im Gegensatz zu herkömmlichen PCR-haltigen Materialien weist Crealen R eine Färbbarkeit auf, die mit der von neuem, verstärktem PP vergleichbar ist, wodurch helle Farben und ein einheitliches Oberflächenbild bei sichtbaren Komponenten im Fahrzeuginnenraum möglich sind.

The aromatic polyetheretherketone (PEEK) materials are suitable for the production of components that are intended for continuous use under the toughest conditions. These components are used in the medical sector, in semiconductor production, in the offshore sector, in vehicles and in aviation.

Vibration Welding? Weld large and irregularly shaped parts efficiently with our selection of Vibration Welders. Ideal for manufacturers that produce plastic parts for automotive, appliances, home improvement, and other industries.

Tie-bar-less injection moulding machines provide optimum conditions for fast and straightforward mould changeovers. The unobstructed access to the mould area allows the installation of large moulds and bulky core pulls without restriction. The generously dimensioned platens can be utilised across the full clamping surface — and frequently beyond. Barrier-free access ensures excellent ergonomics and clear visibility of the mould space. For automation, this translates into faster part removal and a reduced system footprint, even in facilities with limited ceiling height.

The tie-bar-less, all-electric victory electric from ENGEL combines maximum precision with unrestricted access in the mould area – all while delivering outstanding energy efficiency. The proven tie-bar-less clamping system ensures uniform force distribution across the entire platen surface, accommodates large mould dimensions within a compact machine footprint, and significantly simplifies automation integration. High-performance servo-electric drives provide exceptional shot-to-shot repeatability, reduced cycle times and consistently stable processing conditions – making the machine ideally suited to multi-cavity applications, demanding technical precision parts, optical components and cleanroom production. In short: maximum process control, minimal part costs and full flexibility in both mould and automation concepts.