Research - Current News Articles
Articles on Research. Daily updated information and news from the plastics industry.
SimpliVac - a new digital system for vacuum casting with epoxy resins
- 06.07.2020
- Latest News
- Testing
- Research
- Research
A source of compressed air is used to create the required vacuum. This makes it possible to effectively adjust the pulses during which air is evacuated from any porous samples, which leads to optimization in protecting the edges and facilitating the processing of complicated...
-
LUMOS II - Fully automated FTIR microscope for chemical imaging
- 01.07.2020
- Machinery & Equipment
- Testing
- Research
- Research
LUMOS II is a very easy-to-use stand-alone FTIR imaging microscope with top performance in any measuring mode. Whether you need to measure in transmission, reflection or attenuated full reflection (ATR); LUMOS II is always the right...
-
Renishaw technology can identify micro-plastics in the environment
Can rubber and plastic from tires washed into rivers and other waterways contribute to wastewater pollution? A group of Danish scientists validate this problem using a Renishaw Raman...
-
Size, zeta potential and particle concentration analysis on Zetasizer Ultra
In 2018, Malvern Panalytical introduced a new analyzer for particle size, zeta potential and particle concentration in dispersions - Zetasizer Ultra, which is absolutely unique among devices working on the principle of dynamic and electrophoretic light...
-
Research of technological parameters of injection with ambiguous influence on shrinkage of injection molded plastics
The main objective of the research was to obtain knowledge about the influence of process parameters on local dimensioned changes of injection molded part made of selected materials. The results should confirm current known theoretical knowledge and at the same time find an optimal combination of...
-
The dynamics of the world economy is slowing down - global development consumption machine tools in 2019
- 16.07.2019
- Services
- CNC technologie
- Research
According to the UK research institute Oxford Economics, the world economy is set to grow by 2.5% in early 2019. Investments and industrial production are growing by 2.4% each. Machine tool consumption is forecast at the beginning of the year, with a slight plus of 2.3% below. EMO Hannover 2019...
Mapping of high volume additives to plastics
- 22.05.2019
- Latest News
- Research
- Research
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and industry have mapped the extent of use of high-volume chemicals that are used as additives in plastics. Information will be used by ECHA to identify substances to prioritize another...
-
A new research center for drive by wire is being set up at FEL ČVUT
Top experts, financial investments and big ambitions are behind the newly established Smart Driving Solutions Research Center at the Department of Control Engineering of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, ČVUT. A team of 13th scientists, led by Tomáš Haniš, aim to change the thinking and...
SVITAP J.H.J. spol. s r.o. is introducing new nanomembranes
- 20.02.2019
- Latest News
- Research
- Research
Behind the development of unique Nanomembrane materials is Lukáš Heřmanský, who is the brains of Nanomembrane Company. His perseverance and the soul of the athlete have led him through the many challenging paths to the idea of creating a new dimension of membrane clothing that people can wear...
-
Professor Tomáš Polcara's team received a grant for the development of special surfaces, working with major Czech engineering companies
- 06.02.2019
- Machinery & Equipment
- Research
- Research
Improve machining tools for titanium alloys and composite materials. Create bearings or piston rings with lower friction to reduce oil and fuel consumption in cars. These are some of the goals of Professor Tomáš Polcara´s team from the Department of Control Engineering of the Faculty of Electrical...
Injection moulding in Europe – thriving or surviving?
- 28.01.2019
- Latest News
- Injection molding
- Research
According to a new study by UK-based leading industry consultants, Applied Market Information Ltd (AMI Consulting), the European injection moulding industry is thriving as most of its markets have recovered from the economic collapse which struck over a decade ago. In 2018 the industry value from...
-
Autumn Mondays at KUBOUŠEK included education and students
- 30.11.2017
- Machinery & Equipment
- Research
- Research
After the successful opening of the Technology Center, another KUBOUŠEK project was launched. The Learning Center started its long-term cooperation program with schools by blocking autumn lectures for students of South Bohemian...
New in our offer: book Polymer Processing Processes by prof. Alexy
- 24.05.2017
- Latest News
- Research
- Research
This publication was developed as a textbook for students of FCHPT STU in Bratislava with specialization in plastics and rubber processing technology, the subject being taught to fulfill the basic course in the field of polymer...
-
Statement of Research, Development and Innovation challenges in the Ministry of Economy
The Ministry of Economy under the Operational Programme Research and Innovation has announced a call for growth-oriented R & D and innovation capacity in industry and services. Under this call, the company may apply for a grant for research and development and subsequent purchase of innovative...
-
Materials of the future in Slovakia
Magnesium and aluminum materials are promising future. Their use we talked to Frantisek Šimančík of the Institute of Materials and Machine...
-
Odor and emission behavior of thermoplastic moldings in the interior of cars, Part 3
- 04.08.2016
- Plastics Processing
- Research
Continuation of the article of Mr. Lubomir Zeman dated July 28,...
-
Odor and emission behavior of thermoplastic moldings in the interior of cars, Part 2
- 28.07.2016
- Plastics Processing
- Research
Continuation of the article of Mr. Lubomir Zeman dated July 21,...
-
Odor and emission behavior of thermoplastic moldings in the interior of cars, Part 1
- 21.07.2016
- Plastics Processing
- Research
PlasticPortal.eu brings you a professional article from Mr. Lubomir Zeman of the company PLAST FORM SERVICE,...
-
Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava opened the Center for nanodiagnostics
The new Centre for nanodiagnostics possess the devices that are unique within the states V4. It is possible to study the structure of matter down to the level of atoms. Center was opened on Monday, October 12, 2015 the Slovak Technical University in Bratislava within the project of University...
-
European projects to support research and innovation
For the period 2014 - 2020 prepared the European Commission (EC) already the Eighth Framework Programme to support research and development called Horizont 2020. Significant new elements are, in addition to the new name, and affiliation and support innovation and deployment of new technologies...
-
R & D - Strategic Pillar Development Company
- 28.01.2015
- Services
- Business economics
- Research
- Research
Interview with representatives of industrial companies, which has research and development. Research and development for the company Matador Group's strategic pillars. Talking about the CEO of Matador Group Martin...
