Mettler Toledo launches a new line of PC-based touchscreen counter scales
Mettler Toledo has announced its newest line of PC-based touchscreen counter scales, the UC Evo Line.
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A new level of automation for Cobelplast
RPC Cobelplast is investing €1.1 million in the automation of two processes that will deliver improved efficiencies, enhanced customer service and sustainability benefits.
Modular production concept for cavity specific handling and more
Modular production concept for cavity specific handling and more Hekuma, one of the leading manufacturers of high performance automation systems, takes the next decisive step in the production process.
Successful world premiere for Selogica “Set-up Assistant” module
New Selogica “Set-up Assistant” module enables installation technicians to perform simple, quick and reliable set-up of Allrounder injection moulding machines without detailed knowledge of the control system.
New automation technology and cost reduction techniques can help plastics producers survive
TSM Control Systems is now offering plastics producers new ways to weather the economic storm and improve their profit margins. New TSM technology focuses on, reducing production down time during order changes, reducing labor costs through cleaning automation, reducing raw material usage and avoiding unnecessary excess energy costs of scrap material reprocessing.
Mastering product versatility with Engel injection moulding machines
Heavy-duty connectors for commercial and industrial use are the mainstay of a German family business, Bals Elektrotechnik, whose head offices are located in Kirchhundem-Albaum in Germany’s Sauerland. A broad range of models, safety and flexibility are best practices that Bals lives up to every day. This is clearly evidenced by a tour of the production facility in Freiwalde, Brandenburg where some 4000 different plastic components for almost 3000 different types of connectors are manufactured using 500 injection moulds.
Successful results for Moretto at PLAST’09
At Plast’09, an exhibition that took place in Milan at the end of March, Moretto S.p.A. launched latest developments in its products range. The company, global leader in the production of automation for the processing of plastics, has introduced innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies.
Industrial or linear robots
There’s a lot in favour of automated injection moulding: increased performance – greater flexibility – constant process stability – higher output of parts without loss of quality – integration of several functions in one operation. But which type of robot is the better choice – a linear robot or an industrial robot?
