New Automotive Interior Surface TPE Solutions for the Asia Pacific Market
THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP, which will be unveiled at CHINAPLAS 2023, is a game changer for innovative automotive interior applications in Asia Pacific
The Asia-Pacific automotive industry, which is a major hub for vehicle manufacturing and accounts for a sizable market share of sales across all vehicle segments, will be at the center of an innovation boom in key industries over the next decade, driven by rising adoption of electric vehicles and connected vehicles, as well as growth in the luxury car segment. As users seek mobility solutions that match their changing mobility habits and lifestyle, the region’s automotive industry is set to undergo unprecedented transformation.
As a result, new vehicles with user-centric designs and construction are expected to enter Asia-Pacific markets. Advanced materials such as thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) widely used for exterior and interior parts will have more functionalities geared toward user comfort and style.
KRAIBURG TPE, a global TPE manufacturer, offers multifunctional TPE solutions for product innovations requiring excellent mechanical properties and ease of processing via the multi-component injection molding process to achieve the best adhesion property. For the Asia Pacific automotive interior market, KRAIBURG TPE introduces its latest THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP series featuring surface quality design advantages and solutions.
Marcus Cheah, Project Manager of KRAIBURG TPE
“TPE with low viscosity capabilities expands the possibilities for plastic part design. They shorten the process cycle time and open up a larger processing window in injection molding for large surfaces and thin parts. Our TPE solutions with low odor and emission meet the stringent OEM requirements for automotive applications. “
Enabling ease in processing without compromising quality
Consisting of hardness range between 60 – 80 shore A, the THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP series produces even surfaces with two component injection molding. The series has superior flow properties which makes the compound easy to be process. It offers good adhesion with PP, low density, comply with the low odor and emission requirements for automotive interiors. Also, the series featured good surface mapping as well as temperature stability up to 100°C.
Providing design advantage to a range of applications
The THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP series satisfies the demand for sophisticated automotive aesthetic appeal. The series offers refined hard-soft composite components with a high level of surface appearance and quality. The THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP series, available in black, is an ideal material solution for automotive interiors applications such as handle and covers, mats, door sills, glove box, sealing, soft touch surfaces, and more.
THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP at the CHINAPLAS 2023
KRAIBURG TPE will launch the new THERMOLAST K FG/SF/AP for automotive interior surface solutions for Asia Pacific at Booth no. P73 at CHINAPLAS 2023, which will take place from the 17th to the 20th of April at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Shenzhen, PR China.
SABIC Launches Pilot Blockchain Project to Advance Emissions Tracking & Reductions Across Value Chains
SABIC, a global leader in the chemicals industry, has launched a pilot project with Circularise, a blockchain software provider, to evaluate the use of their technology in tracing the carbon footprint of specific material streams from end to end.
Generating and reporting Scope 3 emissions is notably complex and confronted by challenges with availability of reliable data. Accurate data on a company’s carbon footprint requires collaboration and data sharing across multiple value chain partners. Blockchain technology has emerged as a potentially efficient solution to improve the process that can bolster transparency and accountability while minimizing risk across supply chains.
SABIC’s project will employ Circularise’s technology to capture emissions across the value chain by deploying a consistent methodological and reporting framework accepted by the industry. Scope 1 and Scope 2 data captured at the material level can be used to generate Scope 3 CO2 emissions for the full value chain of targeted industries. In addition to increased transparency, the use of Circularise’s Smart Questioning technology will benefit SABIC’s entire value chain by reducing the administrative efforts associated with the data collection and providing access to upstream and downstream data provided by value chain participants, from recyclers to converters to original equipment manufacturers, among others.
“This blockchain pilot project reaffirms SABIC’s dedication to accelerating the sustainable transformation of our industry through strategic partnerships and innovative new technologies,” said Waleed Al-Shalfan, Vice President of Polymers Technology & Innovation at SABIC. “Accurately mapping emissions, especially Scope 3 emissions, will allow SABIC and others to identify and minimize hot spots along the value chain, a critical tool in our pathways to decarbonization. We encourage other upstream and downstream partners to join and consider how this technology can unlock sustainable growth at every level moving forward.”
“We’re proud to collaborate with SABIC in tackling the pivotal challenges of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions accounting, which encompass issues like information accessibility, confidentiality, and scalability of data sharing among suppliers,” said Mesbah Sabur, Founder of Circularise. “As part of this project, Circularise aims to pilot blockchain-powered digital product passports and help businesses to track product emissions on a large scale and over time, generating comprehensive product life cycle emission reports.”
This project marks another way in which SABIC is leveraging innovative partnerships to reduce emissions and help meet its commitment of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Earlier this year, SABIC joined Together for Sustainability (TfS), a procurement-driven initiative created by chemical companies with the goal of assessing, auditing, and improving sustainability practices within their supply chains. As a member of TfS, SABIC will foster collaboration around increasing transparency in upstream value chains to support further reductions in Scope 3 greenhouse emissions.
This collaboration with Circularise also marks SABIC’s second blockchain application project. Last year, SABIC launched a pilot project with Finboot, Plastic Energy, and Intraplás to evaluate the use of blockchain technology in supporting end-to-end digital traceability of circular feedstock in customer products.
FANUC’s ROBOSHOT Demo Showcases the Cutting Edge of Sustainability
Showcasing its end-to-end sustainability credentials from raw material handling to final packaging, FANUC UK will feature a live on-stand automated manufacturing cell at Interplas 2023 (stand D60, 26-28 September 2023, NEC, Birmingham). Comprising a FANUC all-electric ROBOSHOT injection moulding machine, a FANUC LR-10iA 6-axis robot arm and ancillary equipment provided by FANUC’s on-stand partner Hi-Tech Automation, the fully automated system will also display live data showing the amount of energy being used, as well as the cost to run the cell, to highlight the efficiency gains offered by the ROBOSHOT.
Protecting planet and profit
Sustainability is front of mind for injection moulding firms. Addressing this concern, FANUC aims to show Interplas visitors the ability of its ROBOSHOT machine to handle a wide range of materials, including bioplastic, as well as highlight the energy and cost savings compared with hydraulic alternatives.
“As the FANUC ROBOSHOT is all electric, it uses 50-70% less energy than hydraulic machines, and 10-15% less energy than other all-electric machines,” says Martin Grimshaw, ROBOSHOT Sales Manager for FANUC UK. “In fact, it has been proven to be one of the lowest energy consumptions worldwide and one of the lowest total costs of ownership on the market.”
With 60% of manufacturers reporting that out of control energy bills are now threatening their business1, being sustainable is no longer just a ‘nice to have’ but a business imperative. The demonstration cell at Interplas will be linked to a clamp meter which will measure in real time the amount of power the unit is drawing from the grid and display it live for visitors to see, as well as the value of that power in pounds and pence.
The ROBOSHOT also measures this data as standard and visitors will be invited to compare the two screens, to gauge the accuracy of the ROBOSHOT’s built-in energy meter. “We are looking forward to proving to Interplas visitors just how much energy can be saved with the ROBOSHOT, and the resulting financial benefits that it can offer,” explains Martin.
Full production lifecycle
The standard automation cell being showcased at Interplas features the FANUC ROBOSHOT S150iB at its heart. As well as low energy consumption, this CNC injection moulding machine offers repeatably high levels of consistency and accuracy, superior mould protection and rapid acceleration.
Live data showing the amount of energy used per unit will be displayed to highlight the efficiency gains offered by FANUC’s ROBOSHOT.
With system integration being a key talking point for the plastics industry, the ROBOSHOT will be tended at Interplas by a Standard Automation Cell from Hi-Tech, FANUC’s system integrator partner for the injection moulding sector. The system features the FANUC LR-10iA robot positioned on a linear rail to create a 7th axis, giving it full range of movement across and above the entire length of the cell.
“We are excited to show visitors what the ROBOSHOT can do and, just as importantly, demonstrate how the energy efficiency benefits extend across the entire manufacturing cell; from raw material handling to final packaging,” adds Martin.
Messe Frankfurt Becomes Shareholder of Kingpins Show. This Collaboration Strengthens the Future of the Denim Industry.
A new era of collaboration: Messe Frankfurt’s extensive experience and resources will combine with the Kingpins Show’s unique expertise, amplifying global reach and industry influence.
Messe Frankfurt, a global leader in trade fair organization, and Kingpins Show, the premier tradeshow specializing in the denim industry, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership that will further strengthen their commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth within the denim community. Messe Frankfurt’s new role as a shareholder in the Kingpins Show elevates the textile portfolio’s presence in the denim industry as well as solidifies their dedication to supporting the industry’s development.
Messe Frankfurt is the world market leader in trade fairs for the textile industry. With a unique portfolio currently comprising around 50 international trade fairs in 11 countries. These form the core of Texpertise, the textile business network, which stands for Messe Frankfurt’s entire textile commitment. Texpertise Network covers the entire value chain of the textile industry and, as a central communication platform, provides valuable information on the textile trade fair brands.
The Kingpins Show will continue to operate independently, maintaining its distinct identity and the essence that has made it a must-attend event for denim enthusiasts worldwide. As a shareholder, Messe Frankfurt brings its global network, unparalleled resources, and industry- leading expertise to strengthen the Kingpins Show’s position as a premier denim platform.
Already today, the denim segment is served at Messe Frankfurt’s own events such as Beyond Denim (Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics) and Denimworld (as part of Texworld Evolution Paris).
Andrew Olah, Founder and CEO of Kingpins, states “Since the day we started Kingpins in 2004, we aspired to one day sell our show or partner with Messe Frankfurt – we were never ‘show people’, we were ‘industry people’ where as Messe Frankfurt is an 800-year-old exhibition company with all the knowledge, technique, and data needed. Now almost 20 years later, a kind of dream has occurred – now we are both ‘show people’ and ‘industry people’. We know this collaboration will really grow each other’s opportunities and quality.”
“Our partnership with the Kingpins Show is rooted in our admiration for their distinct vision and innovative approach to the denim industry. We recognize the opportunity to learn from Kingpins, and together with our expertise we believe we can continue to be the stage for business encounters in the denim industry.” – Constantin von Vieregge, President & CEO, Messe Frankfurt Inc.
Messe Frankfurt and Kingpins share a deep commitment to fostering sustainability within the industry. The partnership aims to drive positive change by encouraging responsible production methods, promoting circular economy initiatives, and supporting sustainable sourcing practices and will serve as a catalyst for collaborative efforts that prioritize environmental stewardship and social responsibility, ensuring a more sustainable future for the denim industry.
Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt GmbH, the German parent company, emphasizes: “We are pleased that with Kingpins we are strategically complementing our worldwide textile trade fair portfolio in a meaningful way. The international events of our textile business network “Texpertise” cover the entire textile value chain. With the planned participation of Messe Frankfurt Inc. in Kingpins, we are adding an important premium brand in the denim sector and rounding off our existing portfolio.”
Attendees and exhibitors can anticipate an enhanced platform that combines the Kingpins Show’s signature flair with Messe Frankfurt’s extensive network, global reach, and unrivaled resources. This synergy promises expanded business prospects, increased market visibility, and accelerated industry innovation.
Stay tuned for further updates on the dynamic developments and novel opportunities that will arise from this transformative partnership.
Fantastic: Around 200 enthusiastic guests at Arburg Mexico’s event in Querétaro
Prestigious: Visit from Partner Juliane Hehl and Managing Director uido Frohnaus
Pioneering: Hybrid Allrounder 470 H milestone machine
Arburg Mexico’s celebration of 100 years of the Hehl family company in Querétaro on 22 June 2023 met with a lively response. The 200 or so guests included valued customers, long-standing partners and dedicated employees, as well as senior representatives from the company’s German headquarters. The VIP event created a perfect link between Mexican culture and Arburg’s global success.
Juliane Hehl, Managing Partner & Managing Director Marketing & Business Development, and Guido Frohnhaus, Managing Director Technology & Engineering, came from the parent company in Lossburg to attend the anniversary event in Querétaro in person. In doing so, they also expressed the family company’s solidarity with customers and employees all over the world, as well as the high value placed on Arburg Mexico.
Guillermo Fasterling, Managing Director of Arburg Mexico, gave the guests a warm welcome. His welcoming message was not only dedicated to this moment of celebration, but was also an expression of deep appreciation for all those who have been involved in Arburg’s success story in Mexico. In her speech, Juliane Hehl highlighted the company’s remarkable growth and achievements over the past century, noting that: “Arburg has risen through the decades to become one of the most respected machine manufacturers in the global plastics industry. 100 years of entrepreneurship are undoubtedly proof of the success of our long-term market strategy, quality and sustainability.” She described the history of the family company as characterised by inventiveness and daring, flashes of inspiration and business ideas, evolutionary developments and disruptive leaps, people and technology, regional ties and global growth. “But besides all the technology, people have always played a central role in the company’s history,” Juliane Hehl emphasised. “Without our customers, partners and employees, this unique success story would not have been possible.”
Guido Frohnhaus unveils anniversary Allrounder
Another highlight of the evening was the lively presentation of the milestone machine – a hybrid Allrounder 470 H in the Premium performance variant – by Guido Frohnhaus, during which he impressed the guests with Arburg’s pioneering technical vision. “Our new Allrounder 470 H now saves even more energy and resources, and is even more production-efficient, user-friendly and reliable. So this is a completely new machine with many technical highlights that are only available from Arburg.”
Performance for the “Day of the Dead”
Finally, the event at the “Valentina & Piedra” venue took on a folkloric flavour with a performance for the “Day of the Dead” (Dia de los Muertos), immersing guests in the rich traditions and colourful heritage of Mexican culture. It was a tribute to Mexico’s roots and underlined the company’s appreciation of cultural diversity and global cooperation. The evening ended in style with music from a mariachi band. The next day, a brunch for staff and their families was followed by games for the children.
Around 200 guests came to Querétaro for the anniversary event to celebrate, network, enjoy Mexican delicacies and take a closer look at the new 470 H hybrid Allrounder.
Further information about Arburg can be found at www.arburg.com
Over two years ago Andrew Sargisson joined the global med-tech team at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag. A genuine master of all-electric machinery, this month the Regional Sales Director – Medical will be sharing his cleanroom, GMP-certification and document qualification wisdom at Medical Technology Ireland in the German Pavilion, Booth 216. This will be swiftly followed by a trip to Interplas, Hall 4, Stand C40.
Having announced the opening of the company’s Irish division in May 2023, Sargisson is eager to meet with customers seeking GMP Annex 1 and medical machine validation support across Ireland. A verified expert in these topics, he alludes to the market potential in MedTech, Life Sciences and Biotech in Ireland, commenting: “Last year, Ireland accounted for more than 50 percent of new UK Sumitomo (SHI) Demag machinery sales, many to MedTech firms. In part this is testament to the company’s already sizeable customer base.” With a physical presence in Ireland, the team regularly calls upon the medical expert’s respected market- focused intel, technology innovations, automation and medical machine validation support.
As soon as the doors close in Galway, Sargisson will head to the NEC in Birmingham, joining the UK team to mark Interplas 75. Whilst there, he will share his practical tips on how to avoid over-committing to a cleanroom classification that could leave medical manufacturers exposed to unwarranted compliance requirements. “Out of regulatory fear, people can sometimes submit a user requirement specification (URS) request for a cleanroom solution that is superfluous for the medical component being made,” he cautions.Also attending both events will be Dave Raine, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag UK Director. Having re-joined SDUK in late 2022, MedTech Galway will be the first in a series of events Dave is attending in the coming weeks. He comments: “MedTech, Interplays and Fakuma is going to be a challenging schedule for us, but I’m really excited about speaking to existing and potential customers and sharing our experience and knowledge with the industry.”
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Accent House, Triangle Business Park, Wendover Road, Stoke Mandeville HP22 5BL
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery UK Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Germany, established in 1956. Sumitomo (SHI)) Demag specializes in the production of electric, hybrid and servo hydraulic injection moulding machines with clamping forces between 500 kN and 15,000 kN. With more than 157,000 machines installed worldwide, over 80,000 of which are full electric, we supply machines to all sectors, including automotive, packaging, electric/electronic, medical and pharmaceutical, building products and leisure, and assist injection moulders to meet their energy management, quality assurance, lean manufacturing and Total Cost of Ownership strategic and production goals. The company’s UK and Ireland business delivers world-class service and support to more than 400 customers, supporting in excess of 1,800 injection moulding machines. Sumitomo (SHI) Demag won Best Technology Application of the Year two years running at the Plastic Industry Awards (2015 and 2016). Our UK-based Training Academy is a Cogent Skills Partner and delivers six structured and bespoke polymer processing and industry-led training and development courses, aimed at all operational levels, from new starters to tool setters, engineers and asset care managers. All course content has been designed to enhance precision, productivity and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). www.sumitomo.shi.demag.com
Arburg USA Celebrates 100th Anniversary and Marks Changes in Senior Management
Open house: held in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, on 15 June 2023
Highlights: company history and technology
New head: Martin Baumann succeeds Friedrich Kanz
Arburg USA hosted a regional celebration of 100 years of the Hehl family company. A range of equipment and applications showcased, including fully integrated digital manufacturing technology to help increase molder productivity and efficiency. Outgoing President Friedrich Kanz received special recognition for his years of dedicated service to Arburg.
New President Martin Baumann (middle) with his team at the open house event at the Arburg US headquarters in Rocky Hill.
A full complement of over 100 customers and suppliers attended the celebration at the Arburg US headquarters in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. About 30 such events are being held this year around the world to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the company that would become Arburg – a name synonymous with high-performance, high-precision injection-moulding machines. Attendees were treated to presentations on the arburgXworld customer portal to digital manufacturing solutions, turnkey solutions for enhanced OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency), and Gestica control system.
Jubilee Machine on display
A highlight of the day was the presentation of the all new Allrounder 470 H, which was developed to mark the 100th anniversary year. Juergen Giesow, Vice President Technology and After Sale Service, told the assembled guests that the anniversary 470 H is a completely new machine. More energy- and resource-saving, production-efficient, user-friendly, and reliable than anything Arburg has built before, the machine represents the perfect combination of electric clamping unit and hydraulic injection unit.
The machine was demonstrated in Rocky Hill in production of a garden shovel made from bio-compostable, corn-based non-crystalline PLA (polylactic acid). Other machines shown in operation in the Technical Center included:
Allrounder 720 H that demonstrated high-speed molding of blood-sample tubes, with hot-runner control linked to a Gestica controller via Euromap 82.2 interface 82.2 and OPC UA.
An Allrounder 470 A was moulding medical caps with HolyGrail barcode markings. The application featured “aXw Control Fillassist” modeling and automatic fill control.
Allrounder 470 Golden Electric and an Allrounder 1200 T machines were operating as part of turnkey automated work cells that also included an integrated 6-axis robot and part assembly.
Managing Partner Juliane Hehl thanks Friedrich Kanz
The 100th anniversary open house coincided with significant management changes at Arburg Inc. as Friedrich Kanz retires after 23 years as President of the subsidiary. Martin Baumann succeeded him on 1 July 2023.
Juliane Hehl, Managing Partner of the Arburg parent company and granddaughter of founder Arthur Hehl, told the gathering how Friedrich Kanz joined Arburg on 1 July 1993, as a team manager in Eastern European Sales. He was named Director of Overseas Sales on 1 April 1999 but, just seven months later, he assumed management of the U.S. subsidiary, which had opened in 1990.
Over 100 customers and suppliers enjoyed the celebration “100 years of the Hehl family company” at the Arburg US headquarters in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, on 15 June 2023.
“With his hands-on style, he quickly put the subsidiary and the U.S. market in order,” she noted. “During his years of service to the company, Friedrich Kanz progressively transformed the subsidiary in the USA into one of Arburg’s most important and biggest support bases worldwide. We owe him a great debt of gratitude,” Juliane Hehl concluded.
Further information about Arburg can be found at www.arburg.com
Goel Ganga Group: Shaping Cities and Creating Exceptional Living Experiences
Goel Ganga Group is a leading real estate development company HQ in Pune, India. Founded in 1983 by Shri Jaiprakashji Goel, the group has transformed Pune’s skyline with its exceptional residential and commercial projects. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, the group has gained a strong reputation in the industry. under Mr. Atul Goel’s leadership, Goel Ganga Group has become a renowned name in the real estate sector
In the last 40 years, Goel Ganga Group has made significant contributions to the city of Pune in terms of community development and infrastructure enhancement. Through their diverse range of projects, the group has actively shaped the city’s landscape, improving the overall quality of life for its residents. In the realm of community development, this Group has constructed numerous residential projects that offer modern and comfortable housing options. These projects are carefully designed to foster vibrant and inclusive communities, providing amenities such as parks, clubhouses, and recreational facilities. Moreover, the group prioritizes sustainable development by incorporating eco-friendly features into their projects, promoting a greener and healthier environment for residents.
Goel Ganga Group has gone beyond residential development to uplift underprivileged sections of society through social welfare activities, educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and skill development endeavors. These efforts have contributed to the social and economic growth of Pune City, creating opportunities for progress and development. Additionally, the group has made significant investments in infrastructure, developing commercial complexes, IT parks, and shopping malls. These projects have not only enhanced the city’s infrastructure but have also generated employment and contributed to the region’s economic growth.
Atul Goel, the leader of the Goel Ganga Group, has motivated consumers by expanding their real estate information and knowledge base through his book “Real Rich”. This book and the valuable information in it empowers consumers to make informed decisions when investing in property. The book provides detailed insights into projects, including architectural designs and amenities, fostering trust and confidence in the decision-making process.
Mr. Goel’s emphasis on knowledge stems from the belief that an informed consumer is a confident one. By educating consumers about sustainable development practices and eco-friendly initiatives, the book inspires conscious choices aligned with their values. Mr. Goel’s commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction is also highlighted, showcasing the group’s successful projects and customer testimonials. This builds credibility and reassures potential buyers of the value they can expect.
Goel Ganga Group has evolved into a process-driven, system-oriented, and people-centric real estate conglomerate. Their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction shines through their remarkable portfolio. Notable projects include the ground-breaking World Trade Center in Nagpur, the first of its kind in central India, Ganga Satellite – Pune’s premiere luxury project, Ganga Dham – a landmark development that has revitalized a neighborhood in Pune, and the highly sought-after Ganga Dham Towers and Ganga Altus.
With their unparalleled attention to detail and focus on buyer comfort, Goel Ganga Group has earned a reputation for setting new benchmarks in the industry. Their projects epitomize innovation, luxury, and customer satisfaction, offering exceptional living experiences that exceed expectations.The Group’s outstanding achievements have earned them prestigious accolades and industry recognition. Notable honors include the CREDAI Real Estate Award for Innovative Practices and the Realty Plus Excellence Award for Best Commercial Space Developer. Recently, they were honored as the “Best Real Estate Company of the Year” at the prestigious Economic Times’ The Business Leadership Awards 2021.
Hubergroup to Feature Iray – Its New UV Flexo Portfolio – at LMAI Conference 2023
Hubergroup Print Solutions, a leading international printing ink specialist, is participating in the sixth edition of the LMAI (Label Manufacturers Association of India) Conference, to be held from July 20th to 23rd, 2023, at Jaipur. At this opportunity, hubergroup will announce its relaunched UV flexo portfolio – iray – and showcase its capabilities to the diverse printing industry contingent expected to be present at the conference. The new series iray, which replaces hubergroup’s NewV flex series, is designed as a one-stop portfolio for UV flexo printing. The comprehensive, high-performance system features UV flexo inks for food as well as non-food applications and also includes perfectly matched varnishes, primers, and adhesives.
Iray reflects hubergroup’s strategic approach to meaningfully simplify printers’ workflow by consolidating an assortment of UV flexo printing offerings under a single ink system. The newest addition are UV-curable inks and varnishes designed exclusively for food packaging applications. Backed by intensive research and thoughtfully selected raw materials, the inks match hubergroup’s stringent MGA (low migration and low odour) guidelines, which have long been synonymous with safe application on food packaging.
The fast-curing iray products with properties like high scratch resistance, excellent adhesion, low odour, and high ink yields perform well and cover multiple applications. Rigorous laboratory tests have ensured that iray inks and varnishes are deinkable on both film and paper substrates, thus ensuring their environmental compatibility. In addition, the PMV department of the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany, certified that the products are well-deinkable on paper using INGEDE method 11.
The trained team of hubergroup’s service staff is adding to the ease-of-use experience by supporting customers with a smooth implementation of the new UV flexo system and being available for on-site support at any time later.
“At hubergroup, we prioritize the development of safe and sustainable packaging. Our product development team in Germany has innovated iray – a smartly tailored, broadly inclusive, perfectly matched system for UV flexo printing,“ says Suresh Kalra, Managing Director India and President Asia at hubergroup. “With this year’s theme ‘Creativity, Innovations and Sustainability’, the LMAI Conference is just the perfect platform for presenting this state-of-the-art UV flexo series to our Indian customers and the Indian label market at large. We are looking forward to seeing you at this event for the Indian label industry.”
Arburg Has Plan a: Solutions for the Meta Topics of Energy, Resources and Efficiency
“There is only a Plan A”: Sustainability, digitalisation and automation go hand in hand
“100 years of the Hehl family company”: New hybrid Allrounder machine makes its debut
‘arburgSOLUTIONworld’: Arburg advises and supports injection moulding plants with innovative solutions
Arburg will be showcasing its exceptional ability to deliver solutions in plastics processing. “There is only a Plan A” will show how more sustainability, digitalisation and automation can be realised in the plastics world. One highlight will be the premiere of the Allrounder 520 H, which is the second machine size with new hybrid machine technology to be presented by Arburg this year. In the “arburgSOLUTIONworld”, which is also new, visitors to the fair will find out how they can save energy and increase efficiency in their operations, as well as compensate for the shortage of skilled workers. Nine exhibits on the company’s own stand in Hall A3 and another ten machines on partner stands will also be giving live demonstrations of exciting applications, processes and trends in injection moulding and 3D printing.
“With ‘There is only a Plan A’, we will be continuing our extremely successful communication line at Fakuma 2023 and combining it with our ‘100 years of the Hehl family company’ anniversary, explains Juliane Hehl, Managing Partner Marketing & Business Development. “We will show our customers how they can benefit not only from our products, solutions and services, but also from our decades of experience.”
Following the Allrounder 470 H milestone machine, Arburg is taking the next step towards the hybrid Hidrive series with new machine technology in sizes 520 and 570. An Allrounder 520 H in the Premium performance variant will make its debut at Fakuma 2023.
“There is only a Plan A”
Arburg’s “Plan A” brings together everything the company has to offer on the topics of sustainability, digitalisation, automation and energy efficiency. At the same time, the machine manufacturer makes it clear that there can be no “Plan B”. Instead, Arburg tackles the issue strategically and operationally, showing solutions that enable resources to be conserved as effectively as possible, carbon footprints to be reduced, and recyclable plastics to be returned to the material cycle (circular economy) using sustainability, efficiency and cutting-edge technology. The 100-year history of the company will be presented in a special exhibition area, and is further proof that environmental protection and the responsible use of resources are firmly rooted in Arburg’s DNA.
Anniversary gift: New hybrid machine
After presenting the Allrounder 470 H milestone machine in spring 2023 on the celbrations of “100 years of the Hehl family company”, Arburg is now taking the next step towards a hybrid Hidrive series with new machine technology: Starting at Fakuma 2023, sizes 520 and 570 will be available. The machines combine an energy-efficient and precise electric clamping unit with a powerful and dynamic hydraulic injection unit, making them particularly good at saving energy and conserving resources, as well as production-efficient, user-friendly and reliable. The new hybrid Allrounders still boast significantly reduced acquisition and operating costs, plus a smaller carbon footprint, and are available in the Comfort, Premium, and Ultimate performance variants. Numerous options allow the machines to be adapted precisely to specific customer requirements.
The exhibit, an Allrounder 520 H Premium, will use a 1+1+1-cavity mould to produce an Allrounder machine base from ABS to a scale of 1:18. The “Moldlife Sense” computer system from Arburg’s partner Hack enables the mould to be monitored over its entire life cycle. It can also communicate with the machine and mould via an OPC UA interface.
Arburg experts will be providing advice on the meta topics of energy, efficiency, the shortage of skilled workers, and future orientation in its arburgSOLUTIONworld. Among the features of this new interactive exhibition space built around a four-metre-high LED column will be Arburg’s “Action Plan: Energy”, including energy advice, machine updates and consumption measurements to help customers save resources and energy, especially in these economically and politically tense times. The revolutionary LED column is also a structural expression of the importance of this topic for Arburg.
The Arburg host computer system ALS, along with individual processes and customer-specific manufacturing solutions, will be used to demonstrate how high quality standards can be maintained despite enormous price and cost pressures. Last but not least, trade fair visitors will learn how they can use digital services such as the arburgXworld customer portal and smart assistance functions from the Gestica control system to overcome the shortage of skilled workers and remain fit for the future.
Reliable processing of recyclates
An Allrounder Golden Electric 470 E with a Yaskawa six-axis robot will be demonstrating how post-consumer recyclate (PCR) can be reliably processed. In a technically demanding process, toy dolphins will be made.
In turn, a vertical Allrounder 375 V machine will overmould inserts with single-variety post-industrial recyclate (PIR) based on a glass-fibre-reinforced PA 66/6 to produce ready-to-use bicycle tools. Tool cases in the Arburg design will be produced using components made from Arburg partner Leonhard Kurz’s Recopound® material, which is obtained from post-industrial recyclate (PIR) on the basis of PET films. In addition, an ISCC mass-balanced material from Covestro will be used. The coveted give-away will be produced on a turnkey system based around a hybrid Allrounder 920 H with a clamping force of 5,000 kN.
Prime examples of digitalisation and automation
Arburg’s stand will feature a wide range of automation solutions – from simple part removal with various linear Multilift robotic systems to complex handling with Yaskawa and Kuka six-axis robots.
The application example of a tyre lever will show how digitalisation and automation go hand in hand to produce plastic parts efficiently and with 100 per cent traceability. A turnkey system with a vertical Allrounder 375 V and a six-axis robot mounted in a space-saving hanging position will be producing this ready-to-use bicycle tool. The Arburg Turnkey Control Module (ATCM) Scada system and ‘Invisible Tracing’ from partner Detagto allow each product to be clearly traced and identified.
Energy-efficient two-component injection moulding will be demonstrated by an Allrounder More 1600, equipped with two electric injection units, which will produce a container made of thermoplastic (PBT) and liquid silicone (LSR). The LSR dosing unit from Reinhardt Technik is integrated into the Gestica control system via OPC UA and the Euromap interface 82.3.
As an energy-efficient, resource-saving application and alternative to thermoforming, an all-electric Allrounder 720 A Ultimate packaging machine will be producing IML round cups with a wall thickness of only 0.37 millimetres. This is done by injection compression moulding, which also reduces the energy requirement and mould wear.
An IML process designed specifically for medical technology will be presented using labelled centrifuge tubes as an example. In addition to Arburg, partners Kebo, MCC Verstraete, Beck Automation and Intravis are involved in this innovative joint project involving an electric Allrounder 520 A with an 8-cavity mould.
Industrial additive manufacturing
A high-temperature Freeformer 750-3X, Arburg’s largest yet compact 3D printer, will be producing air diffusers from Ultem, original aerospace-approved plastic granules. An innovatiQ LiQ printer from for processing liquid silicone will also be presented from the ARBURGadditive division.
Ten additional exhibits on partner stands
Ten additional injection moulding exhibits on partner stands will demonstrate the wide range of applications for Arburg machine technology. These will include:
an Allrounder 1300 T rotary table machine that produces vegetable slicers by overmoulding metal blades with ABS (Maschinenfabrik Lauffer, Hall A3, Stand 3008),
an Allrounder 470 H hybrid machine that uses an 8-cavity mould with a special laser surface to produce closure caps from recycled PP (Barnes Group, Hall A1, Stand 1208) and
an electric Allrounder 370 A that processes solid silicone into cable ties (ACH, Halle A4, Stand 4307).
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