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History of the Czechoslovak plastics industry in interviews of witnesses (III./VII.)
- 20.09.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Interview
- Injection molding
Zdeněk Řehulka, who has worked with molds all his professional life, also accepted the invitation as part of a series of interviews with monuments of the Czechoslovak plastic industry. He devoted himself to publishing activities and lectures on this topic, collaborated with the Uniplast association...
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History of the Czechoslovak plastics industry in interviews of witnesses (II./VII.)
- 13.09.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Interview
- Injection molding
The continuation of the series of interviews with memorials who stood at the birth of the Czechoslovak plastics industry. The second part of memories and stories of Jaroslav Novák and Associate Professor Miloslav Maňas. You can look forward to the next five parts full of history, challenges and...
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Ampacet PFAS-Free Polymer Processing Aid Masterbatches : Answering existing and future restrictions
- 09.09.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Packaging
- Safety
Ampacet offers an extended portfolio of PFAS-Free Polymer Processing Aids (PPA) that allows to substitue conventional Fluorinated-based PPA masterbatches used in various processes (oriented and non-oriented films, pipe extrusion, cable extrusion...) for the manufacture of multiple end-use...
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History of the Czechoslovak plastics industry in interviews of witnesses (I./VII.)
- 06.09.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Interview
- Injection molding
In cooperation with ARBURG, we have prepared a series of interviews with memorials who were at the birth of the Czechoslovak plastics industry. We will gradually publish the memories and stories of Jaroslav Novák, Associate Professor Miloslav Maňas, Zdeněk Řehulka, Jiří Gabriel, Ondřej Kebrle and...
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OptiXs: How to laser weld plastics
- 19.06.2024
- Plastics Processing
- Lasers
Laser welding of plastics has several advantages over other joining methods, but its proper implementation requires knowledge of the technology and discussion with the equipment supplier early in the product development...
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PLASTIKA a.s. Kroměříž in the words of the Director: We expect a stable year
Plastika expects a stable year with a decent production volume and less pressure on recruitment. Michal Nosek, CEO of Plastika Kroměříž, reveals not only his assessment of last year and plans for this year, but also a look behind the scenes of Czech...
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Radiation-crosslinked plastics instead of metal
Cheap and simple production of robust components. High-energy radiation can improve the mechanical, thermal, chemical and tribological properties of plastics to such an extent that they can replace metals in some...
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Case studies of functional parts for 3D printing by Stepanek3D
- 13.12.2023
- Plastics Processing
- 3D technology
The company Stepanek3D, engaged in various activities in the field of 3D printing, has created case studies for functional parts in this field. Current 3D printing makes it possible in many cases to produce final functional parts with sufficient accuracy and sufficient mechanical...
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Radiation crosslinking of plastics has high potential for electric cars
BGS Beta-Gamma-Service GmbH & Co. KG. provides comprehensive services in the field of industrial irradiation and optimization of plastic products. Questions about radiation crosslinking of plastics in the automotive industry were answered by Dr. Michal Daněk, who is a specialist in this...
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PLASTIKA digitizes production and uses artificial intelligence during control
- 03.11.2023
- Plastics Processing
- Smart factory
- Plastic products
The Kroměříž company Plastika, which produces parts for the automotive industry, bets on modern technologies. It deploys a system where production takes place through a terminal. And today's popular artificial intelligence helps with the control that makes sure everything is going as it...
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The tyranny of the melt flow rate
- 06.09.2023
- Plastics Processing
- Events
- Recycled plastics
The plastics industry faces significant challenges in the coming years between 2025-2030. According to the commitments of the European Plastics Pact, an average of 25-30% recycled plastic must be used in plastic finished products and packaging...
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Biopolymers: New application possibilities in electronics and electrical technology through radiation crosslinking
Products in the electrical technology and electronics (E&E) industry have to meet high flame retardant standards and often demanding thermal requirements. Polymers available on the market so far do not meet these...
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BGS: Electron Booster for Electric Vehicles
The conditions in electric vehicles place high demands on the materials used. Therefore, automakers and suppliers must resort to expensive, high-performance plastics. For many applications, cost-effective alternatives are plastics whose properties have been greatly improved by means of treatment...
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BGS Irradiation Service Days: Virtual trade fair on plastics radiation crosslinking for e-mobility, mechanical engineering and the cable and electrical industries
- 16.09.2022
- Plastics Processing
- Events
- Radiation technologies
BGS Beta-Gamma-Service, specialized provider in the field of plastics radiation crosslinking and plastics radiation sterilization, invites you to the virtual trade fair BGS Irradiation Service Days (ISDbyBGS) for the second time in a...
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Röchling Industrial in the Czech Republic relocates to Tábor
The international plastics processor Röchling Industrial is relocating from Planá nad Lužnicí to Tábor in the Czech Republic. The move to the city located approximately 10 kilometres to the north is necessary in order to be able to meet the ambitious growth targets in the markets in terms of...
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BGS Irradiation Service Days 2022: Second virtual trade fair on trends and themes in radiation sterilization and radiation crosslinking
- 05.08.2022
- Plastics Processing
- Events
- Radiation technologies
BGS Beta-Gamma-Service extends an invitation to the BGS Irradiation Service Days (ISD) for the second time in a row: On 28 and 29 September, experts will be discussing trends and current themes revolving round the application of electrons and gamma rays for the sterilization of medical devices and...
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BGS Beta-Gamma-Service expands laboratory and logistics spaces
BGS, specialised provider in the area of radiation sterilization and radiation crosslinking, is expanding its halls for logistics and production in Wiehl (NRW). In order to meet the increased material testing requirements for radiation crosslinking, the company is also investing in the extension of...
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Kick-off to the BGS Irradiation Service Days: Virtual trade fair on current trends in radiation crosslinking and sterilization
- 30.08.2021
- Plastics Processing
- Events
- Radiation technologies
BGS Beta-Gamma-Service, specialised provider in the area of radiation crosslinking and radiation sterilization, is presenting a virtual trade fair this year for the first time. The BGS Irradiation Service Days (ISD) will take place on 29 and 30 September 2021 and focus on radiation crosslinking and...
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Plastics processor Ensinger focuses on renewables and material cycles
- 12.08.2021
- Plastics Processing
- Business economics
The manufacturing sector – particularly the plastics industry – has a key part to play in curbing climate change. With this in mind, the Ensinger Group’s owners and management team are acknowledging their responsibility when it comes to limiting and gradually reducing the company’s greenhouse gas...
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BGS Beta-Gamma-Service celebrates its 40th company anniversary
- 09.08.2021
- Plastics Processing
- Radiation technologies
BGS, a specialised provider in the area of radiation sterilization and crosslinking, is turning 40: Founded by Dr. Lothar Wiesner in 1981 in Wiehl and a current headcount of more than 190 employees across three locations in Germany, BGS today has co-developed established processes and is a leading...
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The role of plastics in modern transport is huge. Radiation crosslinking of plastics expands their use.
Radiation crosslinking can change the performance of plastic products, thus extending the scope of their use. Improved material properties and better durability of such modified products open up a wide range of potential new applications. For example, metals in functional parts can be replaced by...
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New representation of Sumitomo (SHI) Demag on the Czech and Slovak market
In April 2021, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag began operating a subsidiary in the Czech and Slovak markets, focusing on the sale and service of plastic injection...
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PLASTIKA a.s. -The automotive industry is looking for fully integrated suppliers
- 25.05.2021
- Plastics Processing
- Surface treatment
Increasing demands on demanding parts are leading to demand for suppliers with fully integrated development and production...
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Company BGS modify the physical properties of plastic products and expand their potential use
- 19.05.2021
- Plastics Processing
- Radiation technologies
Plastics are lightweight and have huge potential, especially for designs that emphasize a combination of low weight, good performance and excellent formability. A process known as radiation crosslinking, which changes the physical properties of a material, significantly expands this...
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Cryogenic flow removal on thermoplastic and elastomer products from Messer Technogas s.r.o.
In many cases, there are thin overflows/burrs on the finished parts produced on the injection molding machines, which must then be removed. However, the use of traditional deburring methods is often problematic, as surface damage to parts or imperfect overflow removal often...
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Use of vacuum in the production of plastics
- 02.07.2020
- Plastics Processing
- Peripherals
Vacuum is key to most of the chemical industry's manufacturing processes. The basic ones include vacuum degassing, vacuum forming, plastic molding, plastic molding, vacuum injection, EPS foaming and the production of composite materials. However, they also play a major role in the degassing of...
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KURZ and BURG DESIGN – Visionary Design
With the goal of creating, and offering creative new impulses in the world of surface design, we've initiated an in-house source of inspiration for thought-leaders, thinkers, and visionaries called Visionary...
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Radiation crosslinking refines plastics in serial production
- 15.06.2020
- Plastics Processing
- Radiation technologies
Lightweight materials are crucial for climate-neutral production. Plastics are often effective in this context. However, depending on the application, they have to stand up to high temperatures and extreme conditions. Radiation crosslinking of thermoplastics offers new potential for lightweight...
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Juraj Majerský, Wittmann Battenfeld: Where does the plastics industry go?
2019 was a breakthrough year for many industries. Maybe the biggest landmark for the plastics industry. All the mass media and social networks have begun to show pictures of seas full of plastic, animals that have died as a result of plastic waste and information about micro-plastics already found...
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Andreas Ostrowicki: Plastics in electromobility - We see numerous possibilities of contributing to the knowledge around our technology
- 05.03.2020
- Plastics Processing
- Electromobility
- Interview
A continually growing demand for low fuel consumption, lower emissions and a better CO2 balance calls for lightweight materials. Plastics are convincing due to their lightweight potential, however, depending on the application, they have to withstand high temperatures and extreme...
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