When correctly deployed, plastics analysis and testing are vital tools when it comes to describing the state of a material. With the aid of an expertly devised analysis, it is usually possible to take a plastic product and deduce the type of material used, the quality of the processing and the conditions it has experienced in use. Through suitable tests, the material data can be identified for subsequent product and process development. This is invaluable for product quality, product reliability and product safety in every respect. Experience is key here. And you can benefit greatly from combining your experience with ours. In this way it is possible to quickly gain valuable information on material and process development, product testing, quality assurance, and systematic failure and damage analysis.

Sustainable processing of automotive parts for the engine compartment as well as exterior and interior For the automotive industry, our technologies are mainly used in special machines. But we also offer ultrasonic components for existing or new machine concepts for the various parts in the vehicle – even demanding part shapes can be realized. Together with our development department, we solve your requirements precisely and with the highest quality.

Joining of small or large components - without imprints or impairment of the function We receive tasks from the electrical industry in the fields of electronics, electrical engineering and telecommunications. Here, the task is often very complex, the parts sensitive. The perfect function of the parts must not be impaired during the machining process, a beautiful appearance for housings, but also tightness are among the requirements. The gentle process is a particular advantage of ultrasonic. In addition, the ultrasonic process offers precise control of the welding or cutting process with high repeatability and precision. Ultrasonic makes it possible to achieve tight and undetachable joints in a very small area and in just a few milliseconds. For example, switches and buttons are sealed impermeably to external influences, even without an additional sealing ring. Alternatively, other technologies such as thermal forming (riveting), hot-air welding or infrared riveting can be used or used in combination to supplement ultrasonic technology.

In our in-house testing laboratory, we combine technical expertise with our extensive practical experience as a plastics specialist. We take on your task and work with you to develop a solution that will achieve your goal as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.

High production output through the use of ultrasonic welding technology In the case of office products, ultrasonic is used for shape and separation welded products such as sleeves, insert pockets, cases, exercise book covers, and many more. A great advantage of using ultrasonic welding technology is the very flat and stable weld seams, which guarantee a visually perfect product. Even printer cartridge housings can be ultrasonically welded and score with absolute tightness and perfect function.

Solid connections with ultrasonic without needle and thread Ultrasonic technology is used primarily for welding tapes to injection molded parts of sports articles, for example ski goggles. A spot sonotrode is used to weld the elastic strap and the injection-molded part in a material- and space-saving manner. An absolutely tight connection is created. In addition, the elastic bands of ski goggles are also cut using ultrasonic. The cut edges are sealed and embossed during cutting so that the material does not fray. Fleece and Velcro straps can also be welded on with ultrasonic in a shapely and flexible manner. The resulting seam is firm and flat. For example, the Velcro fastener on ski jumping gloves is welded on with ultrasonic. In the fashion industry, fine and elastic materials (consisting of at least 70% synthetic fiber) are "sewn" with ultrasonic without needle and thread. In this process, continuous spot welding replaces the thread. The elasticity in the material is retained, and the overlap seams are gentle on the skin, not noticeable and flat, guaranteeing a high level of wearer comfort.

100 % fun thanks to safe welding processes with ultrasonic Product safety is an absolute priority in this industry. Other requirements for toys are functionality, protection against injuries, but of course also the beautiful appearance. Ultrasonic welding passes the absolute endurance test in this respect. This is also the case, for example, with the toys from Bruder GmbH. With the aim of ensuring that the Personal Water Craft does not sink, Bruder Spielwaren GmbH & Co. KG has found a reliable partner in the field of plastic joining in SONOTRONIC.

Economical production with low energy consumption White goods is the technical term used in the trade for household appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, stoves and other household appliances. SONOTRONIC's ultrasonic technology more than meets the high demands in this area in terms of process reliability and appearance. In the manufacture of a washing machine door, ultrasonic is used to rivet the two injection-molded parts, the carrier and the panel, together and securely fix the sight glass in between. In order to determine the production-related variations in the material thickness of the glass body, a displacement measuring system measures the actual height of the parts before each welding process and thus determines the necessary welding depth. This not only guarantees the optimum joining of the materials, but also ensures quality assurance in the production of the washing machine doors.

With our polariscope, stresses and inclusions in translucent injection-moulded parts can be detected easily and conveniently. Features - Process optimisation in the manufacture of translucent plastic parts - Analysing and documenting stress conditions and fissures - Powerful LED light source – 12 Watt 6500 K (cool white) - est surface 200 x 200 x 200 mm - Device dimensions 280 x 280 x 315 mm (W x D x H) - Housing, powder-coated in RAL 7035 - with camera holder for professional documentation

Here’s a wink from our dinos, Polierosaurus and Stemkosaurus! They usually showcase our services, and today they have a hint for you: Come visit us at booth 20-C9. Our colleague Robert Banas will be there waiting for you – perhaps you already know each other from past trade fairs or projects? If not, it’s time you meet! We wish you a highly successful exhibition, great conversations, and the best of luck.

Polishes of all kinds for tool and mold making and the plastics industry

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Traditionally, we offer polishing services for steel and aluminium. Our range of services includes high-gloss polishing, line polishing, mass polishing, demolding polishing and polishing with etching tests due to preparation of molds and parts for coating. We also regenerate the surfaces through laser deposition welding and finishing polishing. We also polish single parts or elements (for example within medical engineering or luxury goods or within development of prototypes and short runs). Naturally, we oer the quality control by a highly-modern measurement technology. We also oer laser precision technology such as laser welding, laser hardening and laser engraving and spotting services. According to the growing demands of our customers, we have also set the course for the further development of mold services as a complex service. In this way, we can also oer new services beyond just polishing. At the same time, we are also working on the automation of the polishing processes and are also expanding the “custom polishing” area. We work precisely, to the point and manage also short-term orders.