Munich, August 6, 2024 — PlastiVation Machinery GmbH is set to unveil two advanced electric injection molding machines from the second generation of the Tederic ‘NEO series’ at Fakuma 2024 (October 15-19, Hall B3, Stand 3215). The highlight will be elektrische Spritzgießmaschine NEO·E160/e620, die als demonstrated producing a cup holder with three cups within an automated production cell. Additionally, elektrische Spritzgießmaschine NEO·E60/e110, mit der eine Prototypenfertigung in einem 3D gedruckten Werkzeug vorgestellt wird. Zudem informiert das Unternehmen Kunststoffverarbeiter über leistungsstarke Servicepakete sowie digitale Lösungen zur Effizienzsteigerung.
Technological Enhancements Boost Order Growth
“We are eagerly anticipating Fakuma 2024, where we will showcase two of our latest electric injection molding machines from the Tederic ‘NEO series’. These machines, integrated into automated production cells, offer an energy-efficient and technically advanced solution for both production and investment,” stated Thomas Strecker, Managing Director of PlastiVation Machinery GmbH. The Tederic ‘NEO series’ includes four reliable and economically attractive machines, available in electric, all-electric, and hydraulic versions, with clamping forces up to 7,000 tons. “The second generation’s technological upgrades align the Tederic ‘NEO series’ with European standards, leading to increased popularity and strong order growth in the DACH and Benelux regions,” added Strecker.
Automated Production Cell: NEO-E160 Produces Cup Holder with Three Cups
The NEO-E160/e620, featuring a clamping force of 160 tons and a screw diameter of 42 mm, will produce a cup holder with three cups made from PC-ASA. With a shot weight of approximately 150 grams and a cycle time of 42 seconds, the cup holder weighs 74 grams, and each cup weighs 23 grams. The NEO-E160 is equipped with a KEBA machine controller and a 15-inch screen. “The automated and CE-compliant production cell, featuring a Sepro robot, ensures efficient manufacturing,” Strecker explained. Production is carried out using a 3+1 hot runner family mold from INCOE International Europe, equipped with a pneumatic 4-drop valve gate system and Heat-Inject the dynamic localized mold temperature control.
Heat-Inject technology enables the production of a cup holder with three openings for cups without weld lines on the surface behind the openings. This is accomplished by applying heat impulses to the mold wall using heated punches. By locally increasing the cavity wall temperature at the points where the melt streams converge, the typical notches are eliminated, ensuring the weld lines are no longer visible.
Prototype Production: 3D-Printed Mold Utilized on NEO-E60
The NEO-E60/e110 electric injection molding machine will demonstrate prototype production using a reusable 3D-printed mold, producing parts from polypropylene. SK Industriemodell GmbH, utilizing their ‘Print & Inject’ process, creates intricate components and prototypes, making traditional molds unnecessary. This method, combined with xMold high-performance resin, allows cost-effective production of complex parts with undercuts and reduces storage and maintenance costs. The NEO-E60 features a KEBA machine control system and a 12-inch screen.
Customer Care: Enhancing Efficiency with Service Packages and Digital Solutions
We will be presenting our four high-performance service packages, including ‘Energy Care’ for reducing energy costs, along with our digital solutions and the ServiceNet technical assistance system. These offerings provide plastics processors with improved information transparency and production efficiency,” said Strecker. With approximately 30 experienced service technicians across six locations in Germany, PlastiVation offers comprehensive support, including preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, commissioning, and on-site machine optimization.
For more information on the Tederic ‘NEO series,’ please visit: www.plastivation.com/tederic.
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