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Safety and quality is not just a marketing phrase. In VÚSAPL, a.s. we can measure them
The company VÚSAPL, a.s. they are made up of experienced professionals who put their years of experience into a job well done. In 2020, the company invested in the development of its laboratories by purchasing new devices to improve the provision of its...
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Stäubli presents three new models of TX2 6-axis robots
- 11.02.2021
- Machinery & Equipment
- Robotics
The TX2 series brings you three new Medium-capacity Stäubli six-axis robots. The TX2-140, TX2-160 and TX2-160L models extend the current TX2 generation to a total of nine models. Their solid structure and intelligent construction make them an ideal choice. It brings the highest level of security...
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Doctoral students from FEL CVUT built a robot balancing on two legs
Concept taken from the ETH University of Zurich, but completely original design using commonly available technologies and components. This is what a new experimental robot called SK8O (Skejto) looks like, created on the premises of the Department of Control Engineering, Faculty of Electrical...
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Flowise - unbreakable flow meters from SVOBODA s.r.o.
- 03.02.2021
- Machinery & Equipment
- Injection molds
Massive. That's the first word that comes to mind when you see Flowise flowmeters. It is simply a massive piece, a perfectly processed part with high deployment efficiency. Internal drilling of all holes in the robust monoblock of polymethyl methacrylate gives you a completely different feeling...
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WINTEC starts distribution in Europe
- 01.02.2021
- Machinery & Equipment
- Injection molding machines
WINTEC, a member of the ENGEL group of companies headquartered in Austria, is expanding sales of t-win injection moulding machines to Europe. This step makes the dual-platen large-scale machines available...
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Plastic moldings by plastic injection technology from the company Plastoma výrobní družstvo
The company Plastoma výrobní družstvo is a custom manufacturer of plastic parts, production is carried out on twelve injection molding machines. To complement customer service, it also performs assembly work and ultrasonic welding of plastic...
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Messer Tatragas, spol. s r. o. - Cryogenic deburring with nitrogen
In many cases, thin burrs appear on the finished parts produced on the injection molding machines, which must then be removed. By using the cooling of liquid nitrogen and the blasting medium, it is possible to perform this process fully automatically and without any surface damage to the...
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When to weld plastic pipes butt and when with electric fittings?
- 04.01.2021
- Machinery & Equipment
- Welding of plastics
Welding of plastic pipes is a very effective method of building gas pipelines, water mains, sewers and industrial distribution of various...
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PP KOVANDA expands its portfolio with MODITEC mills
- 30.12.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Recycling technologies
The company Petr Kovanda, operating under the PP KOVANDA brand, newly includes MODITEC slow-running and knife mills in its...
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ODIN - Available novelty for laser engraving and cutting
- 16.12.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Lasers
The Odin series laser machine is a brand new product of the Thunderlaser brand for year 2020, it is characterized by its compact size and mobility, but at the same time it offers high-quality laser engraving and cutting at a very reasonable price. Thanks to the 3G acceleration and the engraving...
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SIMAP GROUP, a.s. - Advantages of using collaborative robots
- 09.12.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Industry 4.0
- Robotics
In recent years, the industry has moved significantly forward and is experiencing many innovations, including the introduction of Industry 4.0. Along with technical innovations, more and more attention is being paid to increasing productivity, production efficiency and minimizing costs. One of the...
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Declaration of hardness of nitriding surfaces of plastic and rubber screws from the company BOCO PARDUBICE machines, s.r.o.
- 07.12.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Extrusion
A few days ago, our long-term customer contacted us and sent him a newsletter with an article comparing the hardness of nitriding screws from different manufacturers. Unfortunately, we were not approached for this independent testing, so we decided to compare its results with the screws we...
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DATRIA s.r.o. - The most common failures of injection molding units of injection molding machines part no.1
- 30.11.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Injection molding machines
Dear users of injection molding machines, whether you are operators, technologists, maintenance workers, production managers, etc., during my 25-year career I am constantly invited to various defects of injection molding machines and during this time I try to analyze them, find solutions and causes...
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Heating elements from the Czech manufacturer and supplier ELKOP Technik s.r.o.
- 20.11.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Peripherals
The company ELKOP Technik s.r.o. is a traditional Czech manufacturer of electric heaters operating on the market since 1991. Our heaters are widely used in many industries, such as plastics and rubber machines, packaging machines, heaters in air conditioning, galvanic baths and many other...
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Easytherm from the manufacturer Aquatech from the PiovanGroup is expanding its range
Mould temperature control is a crucial in plastics processing: it must be steady, strict and precise as it directly influences production costs and the quality of the final...
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News from the manufacturer BCN3D
- 09.11.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- 3D technology
The Spanish company BCN3D Technologies has introduced several new products. Specifically, the new generation of the Epsilon series - the Epsilon W27 and Epsilon W25 printers, as well as the Sigma D25 printer. A pleasant surprise is the brand new Smart Cabinet, which simplifies everyday work and...
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RTC Couplings s.r.o. introduces the new Huracan Flow Control measuring system
- 06.11.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Control technology
With the new Huracan Flow Control measuring system, both the flow rate and the temperature of the individual cooling circuits can be monitored permanently. During development, we rely on the latest industry standard and only use IO Link-capable components from well-known...
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1.PLASTCOMPANY new website & Technical center Dr. Boy
Every year for our company, 1.PLASTCOMPANY was annually associated with the International Engineering Fair in Brno. This year was canceled due to the unfavorable pandemic situation, as well as the German fair FAKUMA. We at 1.PLASTCOMPANY want to be always in touch with you, our customers and...
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Quality analysis of nitriding surfaces of plastic screws from DATRIA s.r.o.
- 02.11.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Extrusion
From time to time, we hear doubts about the quality of nitriding steels, or the quality of nitriding surfaces of screws produced by Hayeur from nitriding steels used in Asia. It can be assumed that these doubts are mainly used by some local sellers as a sales argument. But did anyone ever find out...
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Packaging machines PENTA - servis for special prices + iPad as a GIFT
- 26.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Packaging
We offer you a unique opportunity to purchase an automatic packaging machine by the end of this year and get the latest iPad for free. The offer is valid until the end of 2020, so do not hesitate and ask for a packaging machine...
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Central transport systems of Labotek Polska
- 22.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Conveyors
- Cost savings
Labotek central systems are made of components that meet the highest quality standards, are characterized by high durability, have no negative impact on the environment and are characterized by low energy consumption. With such an approach, Labotek can meet the highest requirements for the...
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Rack- and spiral gears from KNARR
Double the output volume while using the same tool and machine size and with reasonable investments and significantly lower unit costs? To ensure that this idea does not remain an illusion, some injection moulders rely on stack moulds, especially for flatter plastic...
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Thermoplastic composites: Ensinger commissions new prepreg facility
- 15.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Composites
Since 1966, Ensinger has been active in the field of engineering polymers. Today, the corporate group’s range of products and services covers the entire value added chain – from compounding and extrusion, injection moulding and stock shapes through to finished...
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Is it worth automating?
- 12.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Automation
- Robotics
At a time of labor shortages and high labor costs, the Covid-19 pandemic has complicated the situation, but paradoxically it can also be a motivation for more consistent automation. Investing in sensible robotization of industrial plants is now an economically advantageous solution that can pay off...
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PET sheet lines: Fit for recycled material thanks to retrofitted line components
The demand for PET packaging sheet, which contains a high proportion of recycled material or is even made of 100% of it, has recently increased enormously due to public discussion and legal...
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Gorilla Machines s.r.o. presents: Complex central transport systems VISMEC
- 05.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Conveyors
The heart of VISMEC central transport systems is the central control microprocessor unit FW 50 enabling the control of up to 48 sampling points together with one vacuum source and the possibility of an emergency backup system. The system is connected via the Visnet-Bus-communication...
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Allrounder 1300 T: Next-generation rotary table machine
- 02.10.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Injection molding machines
With the Allrounder 1300 T, Arburg is significantly expanding its range of vertical rotary table machines to include a 1,300-mm table diameter option. Compared to its predecessor, the 1200 T, this new machine offers more space for heavier moulds – and with a significantly reduced installation...
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Innovation of PLASTIKA a.s. in industries
- 29.09.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Surface treatment
- Research
Plastika a.s. is intensively and long-term preparing for the upcoming changes in the industry. Much of the innovation concerns digitization in manufacturing and logistics activities. We try to make the most of digitization to best suit our technologies and specific market...
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New in hot runner technology from HRSflow
- 25.09.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Hot runners
Precise control of the hydraulic needle drive, wear-resistant design for abrasive plastics, high-quality injection molding of foils. HyFlow, the recently introduced needle opening and closing speed control technology in hydraulically operated cylinders, is available as a complete or - if used on...
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New hollow shoulder FANUC for full production productivity
With the R-2000iD, the FANUC introduces the hollow arm and smaller installation dimensions into its best-selling R-2000 series. This makes the iD series ideal for all applications that require process cables, such as spot welding or material...
