Our Sales Director Stefano Nestri is spending his birthday in Edgbaston today, learning about the latest developments in plastics technology for the automotive sector. Happy birthday Stef!
UK Extrusion supply and install Plasmac repelletisers. Plasmac design and manufacture a range of powerful scrap reclamation solutions for plastics processors requiring effective post-industrial scrap and trim reclamation in order to maximise their competitive edge.
SLITTER REWINDERS AND LASER SYSTEMS:CONVERTERS’ PERFECT COMBINATION
TEMAC and SEI LASER: a perfect example of integration between two innovative and complimentary technologies.
A major customer in the converting industry believed in the advantage of installing an innovative and high-performance laser marking and macro-micro perforation system, like the ones designed and created by SEI LASER, on a TEMAC slitter rewinder machine, and the result has been excellent!
The slitter rewinder model is SRS 861, a compact machine characterized by a shaftless unwinding cart and two rewinding stations, everything on the front side. SRS 861 joints the extremely compact design of a single-side working station, with the possibility to handle big diameters. This machine can work a great number of flexible materials for many different needs: this feature has been highly appreciated not only by this specific customer, but also by other users of TEMAC machines.
These slitters are equipped as standard with a control console with an industrial Panel PC IP65 fanless with 15.6” Touch-Screen. The HMI interface design, based on one of the most powerful SCADA on the market, has been called “PCVISION”: it gathers all the machine’s functions and working parameters with simple, intuitive graphics, contextual help on every touch button, diagnostics offering extensive description and 3D images.
For what external connectivity is concerned, PCVISION allows several possibilities: from web sharing to connection of peripheral devices such as printers, code or RFID readers, images mirroring, additional software installation as MES, ERP, PLM ecc.
All the main hardware devices are linked together on EtherNet backbone, so as to be remotely interrogated or programmed.
The PC VISION interface combined with a real industrial PC makes the machine completely transparent and usable in combination with systems of different origins, as for example marking systems, slitting, perforation, die-cutting and decoration by SEI LASER.
Pioneer of laser technology in graphics and industry, over the years this company has verticalized its offer in textiles, label die-cutting, paper converting, flexible packaging, clothing & footwear (leather goods, denim and technical fabrics), and wood, but the field of laser applications can be further expanded.
Thanks to this integration readiness, the installation of a laser marking system on the SRS 861 slitter rewinder was successfully carried out: in just one day of work, directly at the customer’s site, all tests were carried out smoothly, to the great satisfaction of the technicians of both companies, present on site to ensure efficient and scrupulous work.
Obviously, the customer was also satisfied with the investment, which proved to be profitable and far-sighted, and will allow him to maximize productivity and have a high-quality finished product.
The added value of the TEMAC – SEI LASER cooperation undoubtedly lies in some key factors: on the one hand, the technical and technological predisposition that makes the machines perfect for integrating with each other, and on the other, the attention to the customer, both as taking charge of initial requests without fear of distorting the products “in the catalogue” to meet specific “customisation” needs, and as care of the finished work and after-sales assistance.
In addition, the “green” aspect is held in high regard by both companies. As far as TEMAC is concerned, the slitter rewinders meet the requirements of Industry 4.0 and 5.0, since among the more than 700 variables exchanged between the Industrial PC and the customer’s software there may also be those relating to energy consumption. In the machine configuration with 3 or more motors, moreover, the SRS 861 can also contribute to energy saving, since the running motor instead of causing energy dispersion into the environment in the form of heat (as a common axis managed by a brake would do), acts as an energy generator, energy that is then used by the machine itself.
As far as SEI LASER is concerned, the use of laser technology makes it possible to reduce the waste of raw materials and to optimise resources to obtain the best quality while minimising the environmental impact. Applied to sustainable, renewable and recyclable materials, laser technology makes it possible to obtain an all-round sustainable production process.
To discuss your slitter rewinder requirements please contact Stefano Nestri on 07547114153 or email stefano.nestri@ukextrusion.com
November 19, 2024
Improve quality and save costs with Zyroblock from Syncro-Group.
This secondary blown film bubble cooling system is essential for plants where the film temperature causes a risk of blocking the haul-off.
**Reduce the film temperature by up to 15 degrees **Reduce the use of expensive anti-blocking additives **Increase output per hour of up to 20% **Easy install with existing bubble cages or as a standalone **Suitable for diameter 350mm to 3500mm
Case Study: Recycle your scrap with a Plasmac Repelletiser
Increase efficiency, improve quality and reduce recycling costs. Our case study demonstrates how you can do all this and get a return on investment in less than a year.
Get in touch for further information. Contact Stefano.Nestri@ ukextrusion.com
Bandera design and manufacture high performance, advanced technology, multilayer extrusion lines for the production of top quality single layer and multi-layer films for technical packaging: suitable for food, medical, pharmaceutical and mechanical (e.g. automotive) applications.
See the BarrierFlex 9 Layer in action at Bandera’s House of Extrusion in January. Why not plan a visit to Europe’s most innovative research and development centre for packaging and converting? We’d be delighted to show you around. It’s close to Milan Malpensa airport so easily accessible. You will be impressed by what you will see.
Give Steve Trainor a call on 07970272039 or email steve.trainor@ukextrusion.com
October 9, 2024
Exciting new technology from our partners EUR.EX.MA
The MiniFoil C52 is a tailor-made laboratory machine designed to reproduce the PVC and TPO extrusion coating process on a small scale.
This line has various additional components and features: ✅ Horizontal Flat Die allows precise control of film thickness ✅ Three Rolls Vertical Calender with independent thermoregulation for each roll ✅ Counter-Rotating Twin-Screw Extruder to process PVC and TPO ✅ Extrusion Coating System to create laminated films with several materials ✅ SB DRY Volumetric Dosing Unit to allow the perfect material flow ✅ Edge Trimming System to align the edges and save excess material
We have UK based engineers, offering a range of services including project management, turnkey engineering solutions, line upgrades, machine moves and installations, full factory moves and preventative maintenance visits.
This month, we are continuing work on the relocation of an entire Bandera – Extrusion Intelligence line and have installed a new turret winder.
Put your scrap material to good use by recycling it. Add it back into the manufacturing process, save material, save money and help to save the planet’s resources.
The Plasmac Alpha XS is the smallest repelletiser on the market. It has a throughput of 40kgs / hour, takes up a mere 1.5m of factory floorspace and produces high quality pellets ready to re-use.
Our UK based engineers will install, commission, train operators, service and provide ongoing preventative maintenance.
Utilising Plasmac’s patented Short Screw Technology (SST) based around a dual diameter 8:1 L/D ratio screw.
Minimal power consumption and the highest output / kW installed power in the market.
Low shear, minimum process dwell time, minimum material degradation = improved profitability
Extrusion design, no prior size reduction required.
Smallest footprint extrusion machine available on the market.
Perfect for in-line trim recycling.
Available in air-cooled and water-cooled designs
Select from manual or fully automatic screen-changers.
Trim basket optional for feeding inline trims directly into the extruder
Reelfeed optional for feeding reels or scrap reels directly into the extruder
Supatrim – for conveying tacky materials
Flakefeed – to feed in pre size reduced flakes or chips
Machines are available for sale now! Ask us for further information.
Our partners Bandera are global leaders in design and manufacture of complete extrusion lines of plastic materials for packaging & converting (blown film, rigid film and sheets) and recycling.
It’s always a pleasure to host customers at The House of Extrusion close to Milan’s Malpensa airport. Recently we welcomed two sets of visitors to view the Smart Duty PET Line in action. One customer had sent material over for trial in the machine, producing 1000 kgs / hr of ABA structure sheet. The trial was successful and the line is now sold and will be heading to the UK imminently.
The Smart Duty is one of the “Best Sellers” of Bandera production range.
The line has been designed to comply with the most recent packaging market requirements, exploiting the technological benefits on a cost-effectiveness criteria.
Easy-to-run, operator-friendly
Excellent production efficiency, max output achievable 1000 kg/h
Thickness range and available width covering all packaging market needs
Limited space requirement and quick installation time
Possibility of in-line thermoforming solution (in cooperation with major thermoforming machine producers)
If you would like to visit Bandera to see their latest technology, please get in touch. We’d be delighted to arrange a visit. In October the Techno Flex 5 Layer blown film line will be installed and is FOR SALE. Send some material and try before you buy!
Bandera, a leading name in the world of extrusion technology, is set to showcase the 7 layer BarrierFlex, during an open house event at the House of Extrusion® from July 8th – 12th 2024. This event is a golden opportunity for industry professionals and enthusiasts to witness a state-of-the-art extrusion line designed to meet the evolving needs of the packaging industry.
The BarrierFlex boasts a sophisticated configuration aimed at maximizing efficiency and versatility in film production. Key components include:
4 x7 Gravimetric Dosing System: Modular system to ensure precise material dosing, contributing to the quality and consistency of the produced films.
Extruders of various diameters: 65/75/50/50/50/75/65
7-Layer co-extrusion die head: with a diameter of 350-600 mm, enabling the production of multi-layer films.
High-Efficiency Double Flow Cooling Ring: Designed for optimal cooling performance, the double flow cooling ring ensures a quick and uniform extrusion of the film.
Flattening and Gusseting Devices: These components contribute to the overall quality and appearance of the film, providing the necessary features for different packaging needs.
Downstream 2400mm roll width with two station back to back winder, contact/axial winding modes with automatic reel extraction
Complete Tower Frame (height 14m)
HMI Line Control – ANY MA®: The Human-Machine Interface (HMI) line control, powered by ANY MA®, offers user-friendly control and monitoring, enhancing operational efficiency.
Applications and material compatibility: tailored for diverse packaging needs
The BarrierFlex is designed to process LDPE, EVA, LLDPE, MLLDPE and blends with MDPE, HDPE, and COPP and EVOH/PA.
Output up to 550kg/hr
Bandera House of Extrusion is located 20 minutes from Milan Malpensa (MXP) airport. Please let us know if you would like to visit and we will arrange for you to meet the team.
