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EDITORIAL

The right ‘process’ route

he key to a new plastics processing method, in most cases, lies in how well one understands the contribution of materials towards a controllable and reproducible process. This is of course to ensure that plastic parts are produced with the desired properties. In order to have a successful endless fibrereinforced polymer part, the whole process chain should be well-matched. Given the complex production scenario, with many processing parameters impacting part properties, the role of polymer processing cannot be undermined. Even though there have been numerous approaches to simulate polymer processes to accurately represent the material behaviour using complex models, there are still many challenges related to polymer material models as far as product development and application aspects are concerned. Like in other industries, energy saving is emerging as an important aspect to be considered during polymer processing. Besides, there are different types of synthetic polymers and many possible polymer blends. So, another big challenge is to develop the material database and mechanical properties over a wide range of processing conditions required in the

industry. For an update on some of the latest trends shaping polymer processing, turn to the ‘Sector Watch’. Die & mould-making has traversed a long way - from an ‘art’ of yesteryears to a multifaceted and value-adding ‘technology’ of today. The writing is on the wall. Apart from meeting mass production needs, dies & moulds need to deliver high-precision goods to the market at a reduced cost and waste. Addition of design validation or simulation upfront in the design cycle and rapid prototyping, among others are some of the innovations driving this sector. As the demand for high-performance plastic components gears up, it will be interesting to see the role of ‘specialisation’ in the near future. The ‘Market Trends’ offers an insight into the above field. Eager to know how the control panels for injection-moulding machines are moving onto the next level in terms of user-friendliness, 24/7 web connectivity, a single solution approach etc? Take a look at the ‘Industry Update’.

Editorial Advisory Board A E Ladhabhoy Plastics Technologist

Dr Sushil K Verma Former Director General, CIPET

Dr Swapan K Dhara Regional Technical Head, Basell Polyolefins India Pvt Ltd

Mohan K Jain MD, Indoplast & past president, AIPMA

P P Kharas Chairman, Ecoplast

Raman M Patel Chairman, Industrial Products Mfg Co

Vijay Merchant President, Polycraft

Manas R Bastia

Editor manas@infomedia18.in

Associate Vice President Sudhanva Jategaonkar

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CONTENTS

Leaders Speak

Raj Kumar Lohia, Chairman & Managing Director, Lohia Starlinger Ltd

Polymer processing: Materialising on emerging trends

Sector Watch Market Trends 54

Dies and moulds: Embossing value through innovation

Industry Update

Control systems for injection moulding: Integration is ‘key’

PVDF injection moulding: From myths to reality

Material Corner Mandar Amrute, David Seiler & James Henry, Arkema Inc

Injection Zone 74

Micro-moulding: Miniaturising with precision Y R Anand, Partner, Unimark

Management Mantras

ERP selection: Taking a holistic approach Satish Radhakrishnan, Consultant, Savoir Faire Management Services Pvt Ltd

Preview 82

HiTech Manufacturing: Inspiring innovations

Advertorial 84

Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2010-11: Flying high with bright prospects

REGUL AR SECTIONS Editorial......................... 23 National News............... 26 Asia News ..................... 32 World News................... 38

Product Update............... 92 Product Inquiry............. 103 Advertisement Inquiry........ 105

Tech Updates .................. 44

Product Index............... 109

Events Calendar............. 86

Advertisers’ List ............ 112

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Details on page no. 33-34, 89-90 Cover photo courtesy : University of Rochester

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NATIONAL NEWS ACHIEVEMENT

STRATEGIC ALLIANCE

Messung-Mitsubishi celebrate 15 years of collaboration in India

Messung and M i t s u b i s h i Electric, Japan, have successfully c o m p l e t e d 15 years of collaboration in (L-R): Francis Cheng handing the Indian market. over certificate of appreciation The strategic to Farook Merchant alliance began in 1995 with a focus to tap maximum marketshare in the automation industry, especially in the automotive sector. Together, they have offered the Indian automation industry world-class techno-commercial solutions via products, skills and proficiency. This has enabled Messung to successfully establish itself in the textile, plastics, printing & packaging industry. Mitsubishi has benefitted from Messung’s special domain knowledge of the Indian automation market and highly-skilled manpower. Farook Merchant, Chairman & Managing Director, Messung, said, “We will scale greater heights of success through our prosperous relationship of trust and commitment.” IMPORTS

Indian companies predict improved PVC demand The approaching Diwali season in India is likely to revive the demand for PVC materials. Import PVC prices have been softening gradually due to lacklustre demand in the past months as sellers have agreed to steady reductions on their prices in order to

L&T offers 4000th plastics injection moulding machine

L&T Plastics Machinery Ltd (LTPML) achieved a unique distinction when it recently handed over its 4000th plastics injection moulding machine to the customer, TCI, New Zealand. This achievement was celebrated at a function held at the LTPML manufacturing facility at Chembarambakkam, near Chennai. This is a state-of-theart plastics injection moulding and auxiliary equipment manufacturing unit for the plastics industry. S Raghavan, Senior Vice President & IPM OC Head, handed over the 4000 th machine to Quintin Fowler, Managing Director, TCI, in the presence of N S Sivaraman, Vice President, Shipbuilding. P Kailas, Chief Executive, and S Venkataraman, Vice President, welcomed the gathering

bring their offers closer in line with the prevailing purchase ideas in the market. Import offers for Asian-origin PVC posted declines of $ 15 per tonne on the upper end of the range over the past week, with traders adding that buyers are still showing some resistance to these offers. Improved availability, helped by Finolex’s return in early September has also been cited as a reason for the slide in import prices, with most buyers saying that they are unwilling to purchase beyond their immediate needs for the present. Expectations of improved demand later in October have helped maintain a floor under the prevailing import prices. Several traders are taking a firm stance on their prices, expecting a better demand.

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(L-R): S Raghavan handing over the 4000th machine to Quintin Fowler

followed by the keynote address of Raghavan. Sivaraman, the first Chief Executive of then JV company delivered the felicitation address while many other domestic and international customers spoke warmly of their association with LTPML. At this function, the 4001 st machine was also handed over to the domestic customer, Ashok Goyal, Director, Tenty Group, Kolkata – a leading moulder of writing instruments. I Venkatesan, Head-Manufacturing, conveyed the vote of thanks.

CONFERENCE

Corrupack Summit 2010

The Andhra Pradesh Corrugated Box Manufacturers’ Association (APCMA) is organising the Annual Corrupack Summit 2010 and also I-Pack 2010. This will be the 39th Annual Conference of the Federation of Corrugated Box Manufacturers (FCBM) to be held at the Hyderabad International Convention Center (HICC) from December 10-12 2010. The event will be an ideal platform for brand visibility and will promote a new wave of trade among participants. This edition of the FCBM conference will be of special interest to the consumers, machinery manufacturers and paper mills of the Indian corrugated box industry since various technical, financial and commercial issues will be addressed by many globally eminent speakers during the ‘Evolving Business Paradigm’ session. Government regulations impacting the corrugated box industry in India will also be discussed along with India’s role in the world market. At I-Pack 2010, a wide spectrum of machinery and ancillary products from India, China, Taiwan, Japan, Europe and the US will be showcased over the 40,000 sq ft exhibition space. This will facilitate one-to-one interaction among manufacturers and suppliers in the corrugated industry to understand the latest technology, products and services of global standards.

NATIONAL NEWS REGULATION

Non-toxic plastic toys mandatory within 6 months

The Central Government has directed the Bombay High Court to enforce Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) quality standards on all toys sold in India. The BIS is a national body that develops product standards as per toxic limits and issues quality certification. This translates into a safer childhood for all Indian toddlers using plastic INFRASTRUCTURE

Indian Oil naphtha cracker at Panipat petrochem hub The Haryana government is setting up a petrochemical hub at Panipat with an investment of ` 13,000 crore in 470 units. This project is expected to boost the downstream plastics industry in North India and generate direct employment for 38,000 people. The project is to be set up over 4,000 acre, of which 900 acreshave been allocated to Haryana State Industrial &

Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC). Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has recently commissioned India’s largest naphtha cracker at Panipat, which would facilitate easy availability of raw materials for all downstream processing units in the proposed complex. The cracker was built by IOC at an investment of ` 14,000 crore. It will manufacture PP, HDPE, LLDPE and MEG. With a capacity of 1,20,000 tonnesper annum, a styrene

AQUISITION

Ashok Minda Group takes over German company Automobile components manufacturer Minda Group has acquired the operations of Aksys Koengen. The company has bought Aksys’ Koengen factory from the Insolvency Administrator of Germany. Aksys’s Koengen factory makes glass moulding components for cars and sport-utility vehicles. The acquired factory employs 200 people and has a turnover

toys. Today, many toys-makers in the market do not comply with either environmental or safety standards. These toys have a high density of toxic elements and heavy metals that can get absorbed through the skin and mouth and are dangerous for children. The adherence to standards will help regulate the excessive use of heavy metals like lead in toys. Mandar Goswami, Government Pleader, submitted a communication from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in court, which states that the Industrial Policy and Promotion Department will make BIS standardisations compulsory. The department has sought six months to make the standards mandatory. The court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Consumer Welfare Association, which sought a ban on manufacture and import of toxic toys.

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butadiene rubber (SBR) unit will utilise butadiene feed from the naphtha cracker to produce high quality synthetic rubber used in the manufacture of automotive tyres, conveyors, fan belts etc. The SBR project will be completed by September 2012 at an estimated cost of ` 900 crore.

of € 40 million. This will consolidate Minda’s position in the global auto component industry. The company has been rechristened as Minda Schenk Plastic Solution Plant Koengen. According to Ashok Minda, Group Chairman, “Aksys’ technical leadership and Minda’s management competence and presence in Europe & India will be of tremendous advantage,” With this acquisition, the Minda Group completes its fourth major acquisition in Germany and the sixth

RECYCLE

Debate continues on SEZ plastics recycling units

The Government is yet to arrive at a consensus on the issue of setting up plastic reprocessing units in special economic zones (SEZs). The Board of Approval (BoA) is likely to meet once again and defer its decision. On April 9, 2010 it decided to formulate a policy permitting plastic reprocessing plants to be

set up in tax-free enclaves. The government had also charted a draft policy, which was taken up for an inter-ministerial discussion at a BoA meeting on September 16. The BoA is a 19-member body, headed by Commerce Secretary Rahul Khullar, with representatives from the Finance, Home, Defence and Environment ministries. At present, India exports hazardous and non-hazardous waste from the domestic tariff area. It is also one of the biggest importers of hazardous waste from Europe. The issue is delayed as the commerce department argues that plastics should be exported from SEZs as well. The departments of chemicals, petrochemicals and revenue have objected to this, resulting in the stalemate.

Ashok Minda

in Europe. The Minda Group plans to increase its revenue from ` 25 billion to ` 60 billion by March 2014.

NATIONAL NEWS INNOVATION

MEC introduces HIJET™-9610, a unique HVCW system

Metallizing Equipment Company (MEC) has launched a new thermal spray process called HIJET™-9610. This is a high velocity combustion wire spray system (HVCW), which provides supersonic velocities, improved heating and melting of the wire particles along with superior and economical coating. The system consists of a spray gun with motorised wire feed drive, control console model MP 2100 and wire reel stand. The system

is operated by oxypropane/ LPG gases to melt the wire. Compressed air is used for atomisation of the molten particle. HIJET™-9610 can operate at a low velocity mode using oxyacetylene flame by replacing a few parts. Various ferrous, non-ferrous, high and low melting wires of 3.17 mm and 2 mm diameter can be sprayed at high deposit efficiency. In case of molybdenum coating, the hardness achieved is up to 1000 VHN. As sprayed coating, it shows 2-4 micron Ra roughness. After lapping, finish of 0.03 micron Ra can be reached. Bond strength of 30 Mpa (4351 PSI) is achieved. High velocity wire sprayed coating can be used in many industries for various OEM applications including, salvage or repair of worn engineering components.

AUTOMOTIVE

LANXESS predicts increased plastics usage in auto sector

India is set to become the thirdlargest consumer market for plastics after the United States and China, according to LANXESS. In India, the demand for passenger cars is on the rise and is likely to grow at 13-15 per cent on current level of 2.4 million units per year. This will trigger the demand for improved fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions through vehicle weight reduction using hightech engineering plastics. The business unit semi crystalline products of LANXESS manufactures high-tech plastics, namely, Durethan® (based on polyamide) and Pocan® (based on polybutylenterephthalat), which are well-suited for making auto parts as well as electrical and electronic components, the company statement said. It is estimated that usage of plastics in Indian passenger cars is set to move towards 120 kg per car level from the current level of 77 kg per car. Replacing the structural components of automobiles with plastics or metal-plastic hybrid will reduce the weight of the vehicle by 30 per cent as compared to complete metal structures. As a true partner of the Indian auto industry, LANXESS is setting up a compounding facility of 20,000 tonne per year in Jhagadia, Gujarat, which will start operations by early 2012.

demand. Increased exports to the US and Europe have impacted domestic supply, causing prices to shoot up. “Production capacities in the matured

markets of USA, Europe and Japan are declining and large growth is being witnessed in Asia. The region is expected to account for 60 per cent of worldwide BOPET film sales over the next year,” said a major Indian producer, Jindal Polyfilms. The BOPET price spike was hurting plastic converters, especially in the packaging sector, as they had to deal with higher production overhead, which may be impossible to pass on to the customers.

the recycling centres by citizens would be paid based on the weight of the refuse, and would in turn be sold to recyclers. The corporation plans to first invest and then recover the value of waste from the recyclers. The corporation would not be looking for profit and would continue to collect glass and plastic waste even if it incurred losses, keeping the cause of waste disposal in mind. Ponnuraj said door-to-door collection of garbage would be made compulsory, once the new

three-package system is implemented in the city. An additional scientific dumping yard will be constructed with a capacity of 200 tonne per day.

DEMAND TREND

Robust demand for BOPET in India through 2011 Prices of biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate (BOPET) film in India will continue to rise through 2011 amid increased demand and tight supply. The benchmark 12 micron BOPET could hit ` 240-250 per kg in the coming months from around ` 227 per kg in end-September, after nearly doubling its value from the start of the year because of strong SUSTAINABILITY

It pays to recycle in mangalore

The Mangalore City Corporation will start paying people who collect plastic and glass waste and bring it to recycling centers. Deputy Commissioner V Ponnuraj said this on the sidelines of a function to launch ‘Nirmala Nagara Abhayana’-the cleanliness drive, being undertaken by Sri Ramakrishna College. Ponnnuraj said that the solid waste collected and brought to 30

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ASIA NEWS EXPANSION

Borouge establishes a new marketing and sales company in Beijing

Borouge has strengthened its presence in China with the establishment of a marketing and sales company in Beijing. The inauguration of the new company was held at the China World Summit Wing Complex in Beijing and was hosted by HE Rashed Saud Al Shamsi, Chairman, Board of Borouge’s Marketing Company, and William Yau, CEO. Strengthening the economic ties between China and UAE, NEW APPOINTMENT

Singapore Polymer Corporation appoints three PVC and TPE managers Singapore Polymer Corporation (SPC), a unit of Teknor Apex Company, has appointed three new managers in its vinyl and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compound businesses, it was announced recently by Stanly Tan,

Serene Cheng Sook Ee

EVENT

Overall footfall in Asiamold increased by 20 per cent Over 12,500 visitors from 42 countries and regions attended Asiamold recently held at the Poly World-Trade Centre Expo. This was a 20 per cent increase in the visitor numbers from 2009. The top 10 countries and regions by visitor volume were China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, the US, Germany, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Japan and

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Guo Hu, Director, West Asia and Africa Department of the Ministry of Commerce; Chen Ping, Senior Counsellor, Third Bureau of the International Department, Central Committee of the CPC and Pu Yu, Director, Standing Committee of the CPC; Yangzhou Municipal Committee, led a delegation from China, and Abdulla Al Muftah, Ambassador-Qatar in Beijing, Omar Ahmed Al Bitar, AmbassadorUAE and official representatives of the governments of Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman represented the Gulf States. “Borouge’s ongoing investments in China reflect our commitment to the region and the Chinese plastics industry,” said Rashed Saud Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Board, Borouge. MD, SPC. One of Asia’s largest custom compounders, SPC serves customers in the Asia-Pacific, Oceania, the Indian subcontinent, the Middle East and Africa, noted Tan, who became head of SPC in August. “Our new managers are in charge of helping SPC to intensify its outreach to customers across a vast and diversified part of the world,” he said. Serene Cheng Sook Ee has joined SPC as TPE Marketing Manager. Raymond Chua Boon Lin has been appointed Marketing Manager in charge of vinyl medical products. TS Wu has been appointed PVC Sales Manager for all vinyl products in Africa/Europe and wire & cable compounds in Saudi Arabia, Southern Malaysia, and Singapore. Korea. The fourth edition of the fair – sister event to EuroMold – received 11,199 domestic visitors and 1,302 international visitors, reflecting a yearon-year growth of 21 per cent and 6 per cent respectively. Showing at

POLICY

UAE to fight back EU customs duties on its plastics UAE’s main economic partner European Union has imposed new duties on plastics from the UAE, Iran and Pakistan, reportedly saying the three were illegally subsidising exports to Europe. The decision means PET from UAE, Iran and Pakistan will face EU import duties of €44.02, €139.70 and €42.34 per tonne reportedly until 2015. The UAE Ministry of Economy rebuffed EU claims that it is subsidising its plastics production and threatened to take the issue to the World Trade

Organization (WTO). In another statement, the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) said the country has the right to defend itself against that decision since there was no reason for a new tariff by the EU. The Ministry will ask the EU Commission, in accordance with WTO agreements, to open an interim review to ascertain the absence of any subsidy on its plastics production, which removes a main element for the continuation of such duties. the fair were 310 suppliers from 15 countries and regions, covering two halls in a total exhibition area of 20,000 sq m. The exhibitors number was up 10 per cent compared to last year. Exhibitors and visitors commended that Asiamold provided an exceptional platform for business – making new contacts and finding the latest industry news and trends. The next edition of Asiamould will take place at the Poly World Trade Centre Expo from September 21-23, 2011.

ASIA NEWS CAPACITY EXPANSION

Solvay to expand compounding capacity for specialty polymers in China

Solvay has announced an investment of € 21 million in a new capacity to satisfy surging demand in China, in a specialty polymers compounding plant at its site in Changshu in the province of Jiangsu, China. The compounding plant will serve the fast growing markets in China for electronics, automotive, consumer and industrial applications, and will initially start producing compounds of Amodel polyphthalamide (PPA), Ixef polyarylamide (PARA) and Kalix (modified PARA). The facility will be fully adaptable for future expansion for both overall capacity and for other high JOINT VENTURE

Umeco in JV to set up vacuum bagging films production to cater to Chinese wind energy market

Umeco has announced that its process materials business has entered into a joint venture with its Chinese distributor Shanghai Leadgo Technology Co Ltd. The joint venture JV agreement is subject to approval from Chinese authorities, and is expected to be granted within the next two months. Umeco will have a 51 per cent stake in the joint venture company-Shanghai PET PRICING

Asian PET prices move higher on rising feedstocks

PET sellers in China have recently announced significant increases on their offers for both the local

performance and fluorinated polymers. “Our high-end specialty polymers are used in an increasing number of applications in this dynamic region of the world. We are looking forward to providing additional supply flexibility by compounding in closer proximity to our expanding customer base and providing them with enhanced performance plastics,” said George Corbin, Senior Executive VicePresident, Solvay Group. “This investment clearly illustrates Solvay’s strategy to enlarge its industrial base in fast moving markets such as China. Sales of specialty polymers in Asia were above 25 per cent of total sales in the first half of this year and we see a growing trend,” added Augusto di Donfrancesco, General Manager -Strategic Business Unit, Specialty Polymers. Umeco Composites Co Ltd, while Leadgo will have a 49 per cent stake. The JV will establish a facility in Shanghai to manufacture vacuum bagging films for the rapidly growing Chinese wind energy market. The new facility should be fully operational by the end of 2011. Umeco estimates its total investment in the JV will be RMB28 million ($ 4.1 million) comprising a cash investment of $ 2.4 million for its equity stake in the company and a $ 1.7 million shareholder loan facility. Leadgo will also make a similar investment and provide a similar loan. Umeco is an international provider of supply chain services and advanced composite materials primarily to the aerospace & defence industries.

market and the export market, pointing to rapidly rising feedstock costs. Spot offers for major PET feedstocks jumped higher, tracking stronger ethylene and crude oil prices higher. In the PX market, spot prices gained $ 20 per tonne to bring the total increase figure on a CFR Far East Asia basis to $ 45 per tonne. Following these latest price increases, spot PX offers are being quoted at the highest levels seen since the beginning of May, this year. Traders attributed the rise in PX prices to firmer crude

MARKET SCOPE

Firm outlook in place for South East Asia’s PE market

Spot PE prices in Southeast Asia have gained due to limited regional availability, higher upstream costs and improving demand. Import offers for HDPE and LLDPE film on a CIF SEA, cash equivalent basis both posted increases of $ 45 per tonne on the lower end of the range, while import offers for LDPE film posted larger increases of $ 20-60 per tonne. Price increases of $13-85 per tonne for HDPE film, $ 38 per tonne for LLDPE film and $ 76-273 per tonne for LDPE film were recorded in Vietnam’s local market recently while producers offering at the lower end of the range for domestic material in Indonesia also reported increases of around $ 20 per tonne on their offers.

oil prices as well as bullish sentiment in the downstream PTA and polyester markets. Spot PTA prices also posted strong gains at the start of the week, gaining $ 35-40 per tonne to follow PX in reaching price levels not seen since the beginning of May. Spot PTA prices were buoyed by the prospect of strong downstream polyester demand, as textile manufacturers move to substitute polyester for cotton. Spot MEG feedstock costs also began, with spot quotes rising $ 55-60 per tonne on the strength of surging ethylene feedstock costs in Asia.

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ASIA NEWS CAPACITY INCREASE

China XD Plastics announces plans to increase production

China XD Plastics Co Ltd has announced the plans to increase its annual production capacity of modified plastics, from 1,00,000 metric tonne in 2010 to approximately 1,35,000 metric tonne in 2011. To achieve this increase, China XD Plastics will purchase up to nine new production lines. The company expects the installation and testing of the new production equipment to be completed by the end of 2010 and to be fully operational in January 2011. The company will retrofit its factory located in Harbin to house the new production lines. China XD Plastics believes that the new equipment will allow it to meet its target of increasing production capacity by approximately 35,000 metric tonne of high-end products once the facility refurbishment and new product installations have been completed. It is expected that the total cost will be approximately RMB130 million ($ 20 million), including RMB100 million for the purchase of new equipment, and RMB30 million for the facility retrofitting. NEW FACILITY

Arkema opening PVDF plant in China French materials firm Arkema Group will open a new polyvinylidene fluoride plant in China early next year, its first PVDF facility in Asia. The company will open the factory at its large manufacturing complex in Changshu, Jiangsu province, and said it is part of an effort to strengthen

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GROWTH DRIVERS

Strong demand for LDPE from buyers in South East Asia

In South East Asia, traders and converters are actively searching the market for LDPE film cargoes, with buyers attributing rising LDPE demand to tight supplies within the region as well as the ongoing price increases being witnessed in Asian markets.

Chinese buyers are also said to be exhibiting healthy demand for LDPE film, with some Southeast Asian sellers electing to allocate their supplies to China rather than the regional market. Globally, LDPE supply remains limited as the new LDPE capacities are not coming up at the same rate as HDPE and LLDPE. In addition to this ongoing general tightness, shutdowns of several Southeast Asian LDPE supplies have intensified the regional shortage of this product. Titan Petrochemical shut down a 2,30,000 tpa LDPE plant in Malaysia for three weeks in accordance with a maintenance shutdown at the company’s upstream cracker. LDPE supply is also said to be quite restricted in Thailand, with several distributors commenting that they are unable to offer any LDPE cargoes to the local market. However, Thai PTT has recently begun commercial operations at its new 3,00,000 tpa LDPE plant. distribution of its Kynar PVDF resins in Asia. A company spokeswoman declined to reveal capacity details or investment, citing company policy. The

PROCESS ADOPTION

Pucheng selects LyondelBasell Spheripol process technology Pucheng Clean Energy Chemical Company Ltd has selected LyondellBasell’s Spheripol process technology for a new 4,00,000 tpa polypropylene plant to be built in Pucheng County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, China. Start up of the PP plant is planned for 2013. The Spheripol process polypropylene plant will be part of one of China’s largest coal-based chemicals production projects, which is expected to produce more than two million tonne of olefins per year. “By selecting the Spheripol process technology, our project will benefit from industry-

leading technology to meet market needs at competitive operating costs,” according to Zhang Zhihong, Vice President and Member of the Board of Directors, Pucheng. “Pucheng’s selection is further evidence of the wide acceptance of the Spheripol process as a proven polypropylene process technology,” said Kaspar Evertz, Vice President of Licensing at LyondellBasell. “This is due in large part to the outstanding reliability of the process, which is one of the most important selection criteria for these types of projects.” Colombes, France-based company said the Kynar resins are used in a wide variety of applications, including high-performance lithium ion batteries and photovoltaic panels. The Arkema Group was created in October 2004 from the reorganisation of Total Chemicals branch. It has three main business segments-vinyl products, industrial chemicals and performance products.

WORLD NEWS

EXPANSION

MachinePoint opens sales office in Turkey

European used machinery trader, MachinePoint continues with its international expansion plans and has opened a new sales office in Istanbul, Turkey. M a c h i n e Po i n t has professionalised the used machinery market to guarantee service and security to both buyers Volkan Yilmaz and sellers. Cesar Rodriguez, CEO, MachinePoint said, “Turkey is a meeting point of the continents and plays an important role in the Eurasia region. Turkish plastic and beverage industries are quite young and one can find recent developments and design applied in a lot of companies. MachinePoint can help Turkish companies sell their used equipment abroad, keeping their technology knowledge away from local competitors.” MachinePoint has seen an increase in business this year, a 30 per cent growth compared to corresponding period last year in Turkey. Volkan Yilmaz has been appointed Turkish Country Sales Manager. Yilmaz has a Bachelor’s Degree in business administration and a Master’s Degree in international business. AGREEMENT

Husky announces strategic supply agreement with Toyo Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd has formed a strategic supply agreement with Toyo Machinery and Metal Company Ltd. Under the terms of the agreement, Toyo will provide Husky with components and assemblies to be integrated into the new H-PET™ AE and H-MED™ AE systems. PRODUCTION FACILITY

SABIC Innovative Plastics boosts Ultem* resin capacity by 35 per cent

SABIC Innovative Plastics cut the ribbon at its new Ultem* polyetherimide (PEI) resin production facility in Cartagena, Spain. This muchanticipated event marks a 35 per cent increase in Ultem resin capacity for

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APPROVAL

Solvay Advanced Polymers wins CARB & EPA approval for small-engine fuel tanks Solvay Advanced Polymers’ reformulated Ixef® BXT 2000-0203 polyarylamide (PARA) blow moulding resin has been approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a barrier solution for three-layer fuel tank systems for lawn mowers, snow blowers, and other small off-road equipment. CARB executive order Q-08-025 states that OEMs can use the material without the need to undergo costly and lengthy tank permeation testing. Fuel tanks using this three-layer design have been approved by EPA. The company expects the material technology to be

These new systems will complement Husky’s leading product line that is based on the Hylectric® platform, including HyPET™, HyCAP™ and HyPAC™. They will offer a high level of quality and performance, but in a smaller size. As with all Husky systems, all functions within the workcell will be managed by Polaris™ Control, the company’s PC-based controls. When launched, these new products will be supported with the same European and global customers. The € 300 million facility, which is SABIC Innovative Plastics’ second Ultem resin plant, will provide customers with higher supply dependability. The plant

commercialised for the first time in a three-layer tank by a leading US lawn and garden equipment supplied by the first quarter of 2011. “This significant regulatory milestone positions Ixef resin as a new solution for OEMs who seek to reduce hydrocarbon emissions and meet CARB and EPA standards,” said Duane Fish, Technical Marketing Engineer, Solvay Advanced Polymers. Three-layer fuel tanks blow moulded of HDPE and Ixef BXT 2000-0203 offer simplicity and reduced cost.

level of after-sales support that customers expect from Husky. Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd is a leading global supplier of injection moulding equipment and services to the plastics industry. The company has more than 40 service and sales offices, supporting customers in over 100 countries. also encompasses scalable capacity for producing ultra-high performance Extem* resin grades and specialty intermediates (anhydrides). This plant will primarily produce Ultem base resin. These specialised intermediates can be used for modification of coatings, adhesives ot thermosets or as the base chemical for other polymers pharmaceuticals or pigments.

WORLD NEWS AWARD

Nifco UK is the ‘Processor of the Year’

Nifco UK has been named ‘Processor of the Year’ in the Plastics Industry Awards in recognition for its success in fighting the recession and coming through with an even stronger business. The injection moulder overcame severely adverse conditions in its core automotive market to post a level of profit, which put it in a leading position in its field and made it the only company in the worldwide Nifco Group that increase its profits. In its entry for the awards, Nifco UK revealed that it is now planning to move into a new moulding facility close to its existing site in Stockton-on-Tees. EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS

Special additives decrease odour in polymers

During plastics processing, additives, plasticisers and flame retardants are used. These sometimes exude unwanted odours in finished products, limiting their applications. Masking fragrances

ADVANCEMENT

‘Superbus’ concept uses plastic

One of the most eye-catching vehicles on display at the recent IAA 2010 commercial vehicle fair in Germany was the 250 km/h electric-powered ‘Superbus’ concept. Developed by a team of engineers at the Technical University of Delft in The Netherlands, the midnight blue batterypowered bus-which features striking

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The Nifco UK team recieved accolades at on an awards fuction at the London Hilton on Friday. In the Agentdraw Young Designer Competition, graduate Orr Beeri went through various design and development stages with his Dynamic Chair before being picked as the winner. This was the first year that Agentdraw, the Leicesterbased design and manufacturing company, held a competition. Also new in the Plastics Industry Awards 2010 were Supplier Partnership Awards, which recognise the support that processors receive from suppliers of materials, machinery and moulds. Dr Robin Kent was given the award for personal contribution to the plastics industry.

ACQUISITION

Mold-Masters acquires PET supplier, announces new brand MasterPET

Hot runner and tooling manufacturer Mold-Masters Ltd, has purchased components supplier ABBA Systems, a former partner in PET preform mould

building, and has renamed its PET business. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Bruce Catoen, Vice President, business and product development, Mold-Masters, stated “Our excellent working relationship with ABBA and its shareholders allowed us to make this strategic move after only nine months in the marketplace.”

is a short-term solution but once the fragrance wears away, the malodour returns. Odour absorbers absorb unwanted odours within the materials, by trapping the VOC molecules. Ecosorb products react on a molecular level to neutralise odours without relying on chemicals. OMI Industries’ Ecosorb® odour neutralising products feature a proprietary, natural and environmentally-safe formulation for end-product specific odour control applications. It removes odours from recycled plastics, especially high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Evonik’s TEGO® SORB PY 88 TQ is a highly concentrated deodorant based on the zinc salt of ricinoleic acid

for the production of masterbatches and compounds, with very good odour absorbing properties. It is suitable for effectively controlling odours evolving from products like hydrogen sulfide, mercaptane, thioether, isovaleric acid, amines and ammonia. It provides good heat stability in the compounding process. Also, it is suitable for polyolefins (LDPE, PP), rubber compounds and recycled material. Ampacet’s masterbatch additive Ampacet 101787 removes taste and odour-causing molecules in low density polyethylene (LDPE), linear LDPE and ethylene vinyl acetate films for use in food and non-food packaging and other applications.

gull-wing doors -- is packed with lightweight polymer-based innovations, including a carbon fibre reinforced plastic composite chassis, glass reinforced thermoplastic composite bodywork, and polycarbonate glazing panels. The body is clad in panels

produced using glass fibre reinforced polypropylene composite. This composite material comprises a sandwich construction consisting of a superlite PP-based random glass fibre mat core with outer facing skins of unidirectional glass reinforced PP. The material, which can produce Class A surfaces, was developed by Azdel together with Sabic Innovative Plastics. Other companies involved in the project include Hexion, TenCate, Cranfield University, Groningen University, TNO, Selcom, Deltatech, Lantor and Recticel.

WORLD NEWS CAPACITY EXPANSION

ACHIEVEMENT

DSM Palapreg® ECO bio-based resin bags awards

DSM Composite Resin’s 55 per cent bio-based resin Palapreg® ECO has recently won two innovation awards. Frost & Sullivan awarded the resin its ‘New Product Innovation Award in the Automotive Industry’ prize category for responding to the key industry challenge in reduction of the harmful impact of fossil-based raw materials to the environment. The DSM resin was also awarded first prize for innovation in the Raw Materials category at the China Composites Expo, Beijing. DSM Composite Resins launched Palapreg® ECO in April 2010. According to DSM, the resin not only matches the performance of petrochemical based materials in the market, but in some applications it even outperforms some of the best conventional, oil-based plastics systems. The company says the level of biorenewable content of the product could eventually be raised to 100 per cent.

LyondellBasell expands plant in Italy

With growing customer requirements for high-performance, specialty polypropylene (PP) products, Dutch group LyondellBasell has announced that it plans to extend production and technology capabilities at its Spherizone PP process technology plant in Brindisi, Italy. Scheduled for completion in 2012, an upgraded process design and capacity expansion will include the use of additional co-monomers such as hexene to manufacture products with the properties required by pipe, sophisticated film and healthcare applications. Plant capacity is expected to be increased by 50 KT, extending total capacity to 235 KT per year. LyondellBasell’s Spherizone process manufactures PP with selectively adjusted, ACQUISITION

INNOVATION

Amcor buys Italian manufacturer of cast PP film

New research tool to benefit UK plastic electronics industry

A powerful microscope that will be used for the development of plastic electronics has been installed at the University of Cambridge, to support research. The new electron microscope was officially unveiled recently by David Willetts, Minister for universities and Science. The microscope’s power will facilitate pioneering Research as it will enable scientists to view and analyse structures at a small scale, including device structures for fabricating lowenergy lighting such as OLEDs and emerging solar cells for renewable energy technologies. The FEI Titan3 Electron Microscope will also be used in another clean-tech project, to examine ultraviolet (UV) lighting

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multi-modal molecular weight distribution through the use of a multizone reactor. “The Spherizone technology is the industry-leading process for the production of high-quality, high-performance PP resins,” said Anton de Vries, LyondellBasell Senior Vice President, Olefins and Polyolefins, Europe, Asia and international. For pipe, the new grades would offer improved expanded creep characteristics and excellent processability compared to current grades. In specialty film and injection-moulded applications, the products would address customer needs for improved toughness, flexibility and higher melt strength.

technology that can be used to purify water by killing bacteria and viruses. The microscope will help to further research in Alzheimer’s and other degenerative diseases and will benefit existing and emerging industries in the UK that can use nanotechnology to develop advanced technologies and products.

Global packaging manufacturer Amcor has bought one of its supplier companies, B-Pack Due, a cast polypropylene film manufacturer based in Campiglia Marittima, Italy. B-Pack is part of the € 130 million Colines Holdings Group. Amcor’s film business is almost exclusively based on blown production. The deal also includes Amcor signing an exclusive supply agreement with Colines, which manufactures film production equipment, covering large CPP lines. Amcor paid € 43m for B-Pack Due, which had sales in 2009 of € 43m. Amcor currently buys about one third of B-Pack Due’s production. Ken MacKenzie, Managing Director and CEO, Amcor said, “This acquisition is an important step in the overall film strategy for the flexibles business. B-Pack Due is a global leader in the production of (cast) PP film and has specialized products and unique process know-how. This acquisition will enable us to grow by leaps and bounds.”

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TECH UPDATES

Enhanced technology for medical delivery products

PolyOne’s thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) have found renewed application in medical technology through radio frequency (RF) welding. The GLS Versaflex™ TPE has been developed by PolyOne in collaboration with Genesis Plastics Welding to address the environmental and health concerns of traditional materials used for medical fluid delivery. Manufacturers are now looking for alternatives to avoid the use of halogens and plasticisers in medical products. The ecoGenesis™ welding system provides superior solutions for increased flexibility, mechanical properties, clarity, aesthetics and value. Previous welding techniques resulted in high dielectric loss of material and TPE could only be heat sealed, limiting configurations to straight lines. Applications for ecoGenesis™ RF-welded Versaflex TPE include infusion kits, blood transfer & drainage pouches and urinary bags. Versaflex TPE can now meet the needs of the medical device industry through validated ecoGenesis welding techniques and Versaflex MT220 grades, providing the industry with better choices for the next-generation fluid delivery products. Versaflex TPE surpasses traditional resins in performance, cost-effectiveness and sustainability. They are more flexible than polypropylene (PP), autoclavable unlike polyethylene, and have better tear strength than other materials.

VESTAMID® for light, multi-layer cooling line systems

Evonik has developed two multi-layer tubing systems (MLT) on the basis of VESTAMID®. The systems of the 8000 series, which have diameters up to 30 mm and wall thickness in the range of 1-1.5 mm, consist of three layers. A polypropylene suitable for the coolant tube application forms the inner layer. On top of this layer is an adhesionpromoting layer, followed by an outer layer made of the high-grade specialty polyamide VESTAMID®. Because of a modification carried out at the molecular level, the compound for the MLT 8000.3 provides higher flexibility without the need to add a plasticiser. On the other hand, the MLT 8000.1 features higher bursting strength, especially at high temperatures. Compared to conventional metal systems or elastomer hoses, these coolant line systems are resistant to corrosion and vibration cracking. Also, they can be easily and quickly joined by means of quick connectors, making them more economical than both conventional systems. The outer polyamide layer also provides low-temperature impact strength, stone impact resistance and chemical resistance. The lines withstand brief external temperature loads exceeding 150°C, as they occur close to the engine, and have high heat-aging resistance and good bursting strength. The inner polyolefin layer also ensures resistance against the ethylene glycol-water mixtures used as coolants, even at temperatures as high as 135°C. 44

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Dynisco OPT-TROL extrusion melt control system

Dynisco gives manufacturers the ability to precisely control pressure and temperature on most extrusion lines through a new, lowcost, modular polymer melt control system, OPT-TROL. The adaptive, autotuned temperature, pressure and speed control is enabled by user-friendly, colour, touchscreen operator interface. The system can be used on new extruders or retrofitted to provide advanced control features on existing equipment. OPT-TROL allows total polymer melt control in a simple, affordable, expandable package that works with Dynisco sensors and instruments. The system configuration can be implemented with as few as 8 zones and increased in multiples of 8 zones to a maximum of 40 zones of control, reducing costs and time required to upgrade the system. The temperature adaptability is programmed keeping in mind the single-screw, twin-screw, co-extrusion or blow-film extrusion applications. The operator station has a matrix colour LCD for displaying process charts generated by the on-board Statistical Process Control (SPC) system.

Lexan DMX extends shelf-life of LED luminaires

SABIC Innovative Plastics’ Lexan DMX polycarbonate (PC) copolymer resin has been applied in the recently launched Luzern 38 tubular luminaires by German lighting manufacturer Norka. Lexan DMX resin provides clarity & resistance embrittlement and reduced energy consumption. It provides a Glow Wire Ignition Test (GWIT) of 850C, a key requirement for lighting applications in some countries, like France. Lexan DMX resins offers a pencil hardness of H, 2.5 times the surface hardness of standard PC, as well as excellent scratch resistance without requiring specialty coatings. For the Luzern luminaire, the water-clear SABIC Innovative Plastics material is extruded into a long tube to enclose the LED light strip. Lexan DMX resin retains its transparency, smooth surface finish and ductility, resulting in a luminaire that continues to look good, transmits light effectively and avoids brittleness that could pose a safety hazard. Other potential applications for Lexan DMX co-polymers are keypads and touchscreens for electronics, bezels for televisions and notebooks, lenses and co-extruded film & sheet for scratch protection.

TECH UPDATES

High-performance CS-Quad series thermoformers Brown’s CS-Quad series machines are equipped with premium features that ensure high performance and production quality. With up to 260 tonne of holding force, 150 tonne of coining force and virtually zero deflection across the entire mould area, it produces precise and consistent parts. This continuous stamping technology enables the Quad series machines to produce detailed parts at high-speed and maintain tight material thickness tolerances. The frame, toggles, platens and drive assemblies can withstand force without deflection. The Quad series is also available with Brown’s patented roller-screw third motion technology that improves material distribution.

Mould maintenance tracking made easier

Multicavity plastic injection moulds are complex and expensive tools, which make it imperative that these tools run efficiently and reliably in today’s competitive atmosphere. MoldTrax5 from MoldTrax is designed to track the financial, performance and maintenance history of plastic injection moulds. It is also the only software capable of generating the required worksheets necessary in establishing a fully functional tool room. MoldTrax5 can be adapted to track a variety of tools and create customised financial reports. Its features include security applications to be employed by a system administrator so that proprietary information is available to authorised people only. MoldTrax5 is available at an initial cost of $ 3,995 for a licence in one facility for up to three user seats.

PET recycling drum with infrared drying technology Kreyenborg Technologies has recently launched the largest infrared drum (IRD) with an impressive throughput rate of 3,500 kg per hour PET bottle flakes. With remarkable dimensions of 2,500 mm diameter, 5,400 mm length and 540 kW of installed radiator output, the drum opens up new dimensions for the processing of recycled PET bottles. The machine is designed to dry PET bottle flakes with a bulk density of about 0.35 kg/dm³, from maximum 1 per cent initial moisture to less

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Plastics with electric and heat conductance Integral Technologies has launched ElectriPlast, the conductive plastic material that can function at a variety of conductance levels, from carbon to silver. ElectriPlast pellets are convenient to manufacture since they consist of small plastic-coated metal fibres. The material is non-corrosive and malleable. It can be generated from various different plastic resins, thereby making it compatible with countless applications. However, the primary usage of ElectriPlast is in wireless transmitters. It serves as a highly conductive radio-frequency sponge that transmits and receives electrical currents, employing the most efficient, conductive metals. ElectriPlast is embedded in a remote, eliminating the need for wire antennae. Other applications include wireless walkie-talkies and many other electronic products. Additionally, ElectriPlast weighs 80 per cent less than copper, making it a lightweight alternative in manufacturing wires and cables. It also appears to be more thermally conductive than traditional conductive plastics. Integral Technology has already identified over 5,000 usages for the material, including defibrillator pads and FDA-approved implants. PlasTenna, its latest patent, is a plastic antenna that can be built into the cellular device itself. Currently, it is available at several different frequencies and can weigh as little as 2 gram.

than 0.05 per cent with simultaneous crystallisation. It is important for this application to achieve homogeneous residual moisture of the PET flakes. In practice, this can be subjected to significant variations due to the

treatment process and the storage of the material. Due to the short residence time of 10-15 minute, there is significantly less material in the drying process than in conventional systems. This typical advantage of the IRD is of immense help, as no bulky drying vessels are needed, particularly at large throughput rates combined with the low bulk density of the flakes. Kreyenborg offers a wide range of infrared drying technology, with machine sizes from 20 – 4,000 kg per hour throughput rates in continuous and batch operations.

LEADERS SPEAK

“The Indian plastics machinery is poised to compete globally”

...asserts Raj Kumar Lohia, Chairman & Managing Director, Lohia Starlinger Ltd. Incorporated in 1981, Lohia Starlinger Ltd manufactures a complete range of machines required by the plastic woven fabric industry. Under the leadership of Lohia, projects are running successfully in over 60 countries worldwide and this accomplishment has been possible due to his continuous emphasis on quality and innovation. At present, the company is not only enjoying over 60 per cent of the marketshare in India but has also earned a reputation among the world’s leading manufacturers of such equipment. In conversation with Geetha Jayaraman, Lohia shares his views on the Indian plastics machinery industry. Excerpts… Emerging trends in the plastics machinery segment in India vis-à-vis the rest of the world… The latest trends in the plastics machinery segment in India include the growing focus on lower energy consumption, material savings and higher automation. The emerging middle-class in developing countries will have an impact on the plastics industry. As a result, many of our customers are looking for technologies that will help them to be more competitive. There are numerous

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opportunities available to customers for developing business solutions that will enable them to reduce costs in the long-term. These include initiatives pertaining to weight reduction of products; solutions to help increase the content of recycled materials in plastic PET bottles; services to help streamline energy consumption and optimise operational efficiency in customers’ facilities among others. The rising need for saving energy has given rise to new areas in the injection-moulding sector – for eg, the

LEADERS SPEAK advancements in the lighting sector and resulting developments in LED technology. Reel-to-reel technology is used along with complex production cells incorporating upstream and downstream actions. Processors should be watching anything new in energy-saving systems, as energy-efficiency is the need of the hour. They should also focus on advances in surface technologies and new material developments, such as compounds like wood-plastics or conductive materials. Technological advancements with special reference to India and the world at large... While speaking of raffia industry, from mid 80s until early 90s, India, as a country, had the best available technology in the world. The reason for this is historical. When this industry took off in India, the major investments were done with the latest technologies. In the more advanced countries, no major investments were made and the existing technologies were outdated. To the surprise of many, the technology standards in India were higher than the standards that were available in Europe, Japan and America. However, today there has been fast-paced modernisation worldwide, yet India, by and large, is in a good position visà-vis the world in terms of technology. The future of plastics industry in India also appears bright, with less wastage in terms of materials and adoption of state-of-the-art technologies, especially automation. Opportunities in the plastics machinery segment… Indian plastics industry has a long way to go, especially in terms of injection moulding & blow moulding technologies, and multi-layer blown & cast film lines. The Indian plastics machinery industry needs to foray into some specialised segments also, for instance, bi-axially-oriented BOPP & nylon films, and non-woven fabrics. Demand drivers… The high growth of population, the rising standards of living, and the growing need for various types of

plastic products are key demand drivers for the plastics industry segment in India. Prospects for the polypropylene filament yarns segment in India… By and large, in India the polypropylene filament yarn is made on machines, which are old-fashioned and spinning the low tenacity yarn. Introduction of machines with high tenacity and energy-efficiency will help in taking the segment to new heights. Growth potential for the woven sack manufacturers… FIBC, technical fabrics (including geo textiles) and BOPP reverse laminated bags will set the trend for woven sack manufacturing industry in the coming years. We have proven capability and vast experience right from concept to commissioning to support services for supply of plant & machinery for production of PP/ HDPE plastic woven fabric used for flexible packaging and many other applications, viz tarpaulins, sacks, carpet backing etc. The constant innovations in our products enable to meet the ever-changing requirements of our customers all over the world in more than 60 countries. Lohia Starlinger Ltd has been providing standard and customised equipment to produce woven fabrics by circular looms used for storing products such as cereals to chemicals, flour to animal feeds, cement to vegetables. Evolution of various processes The evolution in this industry ranges from blown films to cast films to our patented DuoTec technology. Various changes have taken place from line speeds of 250 metre per hour to 600 metre per hour aided by automatic winding technologies; from flat weaving to circular weaving and so on in this industry. Challenges faced by the woven sack manufacturers… Today, the principal challenge is pertaining to getting skilled manpower. Even though India has a large workforce available, skill upgradation is the need of the hour.

R&D and innovation... R&D is the need of any segment. Continuous change and being observant to the requirements of the world holds the key to R&D and innovation. Today, the Indian plastics machinery is poised to compete globally and is fast ratcheting up to a stage where it can be equated with machinery that is imported from Western countries. Customer satisfaction by delivering quality products has been the cornerstone of our Group always. We believe in manufacturing of all critical and precision components in-house. The production facilities of the group companies are equipped with high precision machine tools and managed by a team of well-qualified and experienced engineers and technicians. R&D has always been the focus and strength of the company. This effort has helped in developing many innovative products and technologies for the industry. Currently, there is a focus on sustainable practices to have ‘green’ products, reduce waste and conserve resources. This also helps in saving costs. Moreover, for us ‘green’ does not have limited meaning. Energyefficiency, recycling of bags, etc are also ‘green’. Sustainability should be given prime importance. Many manufacturers are increasingly aware of the need to minimise the impact their business has on the environment. Lowering part costs, reducing scrap, improving quality and maximising operational efficiency are beneficial from both a business and green perspective, as these efforts save money and reduce environmental footprint. Future of the plastics machinery industry… Plastics machinery industry holds a bright future. The current consumption of plastics in India is 6 kg per person and it will definitely reach 12 kg within the next five to six years. This will result in the need for machinery at least twice the size of what exists today. Hence, the plastics machinery industry in India is expected to grow by leaps and bounds in the coming years.

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Processing is critical for ensuring good performance of polymer products used in a wide range of industries. Over the years, the plastics industry has witnessed advances in polymer processing on macro and micro scales as a result of the emergence of new techniques and materials. Geetha Jayaraman provides an insight into the fundamentals of polymer processing with special reference to rheology, materials and polymer extrusion. 50

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SECTOR WATCH

n most polymer processes, the quality of the final product is highly dependent on the melting, flowing and mixing of the polymers. Traditionally, when simulating polymer processes, the main concern of engineers has been with respect to accurately representing the material behaviour using complex models. A team of technicians and engineers work towards product development and application development to sort out issues pertaining to polymer processing. Yet, many problems still remain when it comes to polymer material models. Today, one can easily deal with the shear thinning behaviour, temperature dependence and to some extent the viscoelasticity of polymers. Dr Joerg Strassburger, Managing Director and Country Representative, LANXESS India, says, “When we look at the new injection moulding procedures, it is always important to look at how materials can contribute to a good controllable and reproducible process to ensure polymer parts with good properties (mechanical, surface, etc). Generally, companies have well-equipped labs and machinery to fulfill the tasks for compounding that include compounding of development products, checking processability, and transferring to production machines; and injection moulding, which comprise application development, processability development products, and evaluation of new injection moulding procedures.” Rheological behaviour of polymers plays a significant role when it comes to their processing.

Rheology method

Polymers, being complicated materials, are difficult to characterise rheologically because many factors influence their flow properties. Some of these factors

include: processing temperature, rate of flow, residence time, etc. Aravind Chander V, Industry Analyst – Team Lead, Chemicals, Materials & Food Technical, Frost & Sullivan, avers, “Simulation of the injection moulding process is today widely integrated with the development of plastic parts. Filling the cavity and dimensional accuracy are key features of part development. With injection moulding simulation programs, engineers gain the ability to make filling and warpage predictions to keep costs and development time low.” Adding to this Dr Strassburger says, “Software developers focus on ease-of-use versions of their software as well as on parallelisation, Cloud computing and the coupling of rheological and mechanical calculations. Parallelisation allows computing large Finite Element (FE)-models within a reasonable time. The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) of a graphic card can be used to further speed-up calculations. High-end graphic cards can use up to 960 cores to compute large models.” Cloud computing for injection moulding simulation is still in the Beta stage. The idea is to reduce investment costs on hardware and use the available computing capacity in the web. “A further development area is the coupling of rheological and mechanical calculations with fibre-filled plastics. Mechanical properties of those composites depend on fibre orientation. Fibre orientation can be obtained from the flow software. Special tools can help to map the fibre orientation to the FE-model for the mechanical calculation. This increases accuracy of the mechanical calculation further,” avers Dr Strassburger.

Technology

The latest trends in polymer processing are dominated by the emerging trends in

When we look at the new injection moulding procedures, it is always important to look at how materials can contribute to a good controllable and reproducible process to ensure polymer parts with good properties. Dr Joerg Strassburger

Managing Director and Country Representative, LANXESS India applications of semi-crystalline polymers. “One important trend is light-weight design, especially within the automotive industry. Examples of polymer processing technologies towards this end are: processing of endless fibre-reinforced polymer parts; physical foaming (with a weight reduction of FE up to 10 per cent); and production of hollow bodies using blow moulding,” says Basant Bhotika, COO, Lotus Polymers Industries. To realise a successful endless fibre-reinforced polymer part, the whole process chain has to be well-matched. As production is rather complex, there are many processing parameters affecting part properties. Once again polymer processing plays an important role here when it comes to building the process

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SECTOR WATCH improve surface qualities) and combination of injection moulding procedures, thus saving energy to a considerable extent.”

Popular forms of polymer processing

Reduction in energy consumption is one of the key factors to be taken into account during polymer processing. This is a fundamental requirement for the injection moulding machines for process as well as for applications. Aravind Chander V

Industry Analyst – Team Lead, Chemicals, Materials & Food Technical, Frost & Sullivan know-how for recommending best materials and apt process conditions to customers. Dr Strassburger says, “This procedure of suggesting the right materials and processes has been done for physical foaming and blow moulding. For instance, the products developed through this process by LANXESS include Durethan AKV35CX and Durethan BKV35 CX, which feature good surface properties for physical foamed parts. For blow moulding, there is Durethan BC700HTS, a flexible material, and Durethan TP142-011 that is ideal for fuel tanks.” One upcoming trend witnessed in any technology is the need to save energy, which has become a key issue across segments. Chander observes, “Reduction in energy consumption is one of the key factors to be taken into account during polymer processing. This is a fundamental requirement for the injection moulding machines (electrical versus hydraulic), for the process (cycle time, process temperatures) as well as for the applications (light-weight design). On the other hand, these methods influence part properties by the process (variotherm temperature control to 52

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There are two important types of processing: injection moulding and blow moulding. Of the two, injection moulding is the most widely used polymeric fabrication process. It evolved from metal die-casting. However, unlike molten metals, polymer melts have a high viscosity and cannot be simply poured into a mould. Instead, a large force must be used to inject the polymer into the hollow mould cavity. Chander says, “Since the beginning, polymer processing has been preferred by manufacturers owing to the low costs for series production; the complex shapes of the parts that are possible; and the low-energy costs due to the low melting point compared to metals. However, new injection moulding technologies are emerging, like physical foaming, and the combination of known injection moulding procedures (like multi-componenttechnology with rubber injection moulding) is resulting in new possibilities for novel applications or cost savings.” Moreover, identical parts are produced through a cyclic process involving melting of a pellet or powder resin followed by the injection of the polymer melt into the hollow mould cavity under high pressure. Bhotika says, “Most polymers may be injection moulded, including thermoplastics; fibre-reinforced thermoplastics, thermosetting plastics and elastomers. Injection moulding can be employed to form a wide variety of products. Complexity is virtually unlimited; sizes may range from very small to very large, and excellent control of tolerances is also possible.”

Fracture strength

One of the most important factors to be kept in mind during polymer processing is the fracture strength. The fracture strength of polymers is much lower than that of metals. Fracture occurs with cracks at flaws, scratches, etc. It involves breaking of covalent bonds in the chains. Thermoplasts can occur in both brittle and ductile fracture behaviours. Glassy thermosets have brittle fracture at low temperatures and ductile fracture at high temperatures. Courtesy: rhinocoatings

Generally, glassy thermoplasts often suffer grazing before brittle fracture. To overcome the various problems, the plastics industry has long used silicone additives in thermoplastics. “The silicones, on the one hand, act as a processing aid by lowering friction effects and improving the flow properties of the polymer melt. On the other, they influence the quality of the finished plastic articles by lowering their surface friction. One advantage they have over organic additives is a low surface energy, which confers a high level of activity at phase boundaries, thermal resistance and low-temperature flexibility,” points out Chander. At the same time, conventional silicone additives have several disadvantages. O’Neil Remedios, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Wacker Metroark Chemicals Pvt Ltd, says, “Low-viscosity silicone fluids tend to exude from the plastic, and hence, interfere with subsequent processing steps such as printing, painting and welding. However, high-viscosity silicones – non-cross-linked, ultra-high molecular linear polydimethylsiloxanes known as ‘silicone gums’ – do not exude from the plastic, but they are hard to incorporate into thermoplastics.”

Most polymers may be injection moulded, including thermoplastics, fibrereinforced thermoplastics, thermosetting plastics and elastomers. Injection moulding can be employed to form a wide variety of products. Basant Bhotika

COO, Lotus Polymers Industries

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Low-viscosity silicone fluids tend to exude from the plastic, and hence, interfere with subsequent processing steps such as printing, painting and welding. O’Neil Remedios

Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Wacker Metroark Chemicals Pvt Ltd This problem is resolved with silicone gum masterbatches, in which a thermoplastic polymer that is compatible

with the thermoplastic to be modified, serve as a carrier for the silicone gum. “These masterbatches are easy to process because they consist of solid pellets. However, as each thermoplastic requires its own specific carrier, compounders must keep a special additive formulation in store for each polymer that they intend to make – one masterbatch for polyethylene, another for polypropylene, a third for polyamide, etc.” The additive, along with any mineral fillers, is easily incorporated into the thermoplastics on conventional equipment, such as twin-screw extruders and co-kneaders. “The silicone helps to disperse the fillers, thereby opening up new formulation latitude. The frictionlowering properties of the silicone gum facilitate production of the compound, ie the ready-to-process pellets. A particular effect of incorporating the silicone additive during compounding is a reduction in energy consumption. At the same time, higher throughput is achieved.

Bottlenecks faced

There are different types of synthetic polymers and many possible polymer

blends. Hence, the major challenge is to develop the material database and mechanical properties over a wide range of processing conditions seen in the industry. “The challenges encountered while processing different types of biopolymers and synthetic polymers include online monitoring of morphology during processing,” avers Bhotika.

Future Scope

Polymers play an important role in the plastics industry due to good mechanical properties. As technology leads to innovative ideas and products, it is the optimisation of processes for polymer production that is likely to attain success. Dr Strassburger states, “For a given requirement, there is nearly always a tailor-made polymer that fits in. Experts are required who have indepth knowledge of the applications and can offer guidance in providing the right material; executing the design and the process, in the best way to ensure success in the field of polymer processing.”

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MARKET TRENDS

Dies and moulds

Embossing value through innovation

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While plastics are making inroads into almost all manufacturing sectors of the economy from automotives & electronics to cosmetics & houseware, ensuring the accuracy as well as the aesthetics of plastic products is pivotal. Dies and moulds have a crucial role in fulfilling this aspect during plastics processing. Annabel Dsouza and Kymberlee Fernandes reflect on the numerous innovations and technological advancements in dies and moulds industry.

ie & mould technology forms one of the strong pillars of the tooling sector in the plastics industry for seamless mass production. The total tooling demand across the plastic component segment is estimated at ` 410 crore ($ 100 million). Sourcing through captive tool rooms is predominant, accounting for ` 147 crore ($ 36 million) followed by imports at ` 140 crore ($ 35.5 million). Traditionally, die & mould-making was perceived as a skill requiring high levels of craftsmanship; however, today dies & moulds business is multifaceted and requires value addition in diverse products through niche markets. Increasing competition in the plastics industry has led to cutting-edge developments in dies & moulds technology. Besides catering to mass production capacities, dies & moulds technology is today faced with the challenge of efficiently delivering high-precision goods to the market,

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while simultaneously reducing cost and waste. “Dies & moulds must meet design accuracies without damaging the component during ejection. They should be tough, yet lightweight and easy to maintain; with the capability to replace parts susceptible to wear, without dismantling the whole mould. Complex plastic products were earlier made by hand, or by methods best known only to a toolmaker. Over the years, this has changed dramatically with electrical discharge machining (EDM) and computer numerical control (CNC) milling. From an ‘art’, dies & moulds machining has become a predictable & easily accessible ‘technology’ today,” says Vineet Seth, Managing Director – India & Middle East, Delcam Plc. The materials used in the production of dies & moulds determine their toughness, performance and productivity.

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Core materials

The standard raw material for manufacturing dies & moulds is steel, especially for core and cavity. “The different types of steel are being modified constantly for toughness, productivity and cost-efficiency. Steel hardness is essential for the mould quality in terms of number of shots in its lifetime, while purity is required for machinability and surface finishing,” observes S C Kalyanpur, Director, Sridevi Tool Engineers Pvt Ltd. The steel to be employed varies largely depending upon the product, part volumes, application, tolerance and overall cost target. For moulding common plastics like PP, PC, ABS etc a range of steel alloys can be used. Process temperature, moulding pressure and abrasion of raw materials are among the variables of an ideal die or mould material in today’s plastics industry. “One of the greatest challenges that mould-making companies have overcome is with respect to avoiding the use of many different ‘sacrificial’ plates and eliminating the mould housing entirely, thereby directly making the core and cavity part of the main block. This is done to prevent multiple operations on the accessory plates and avoid the use of oil rings in between plates, which are usually created around cooling channels or hydraulic connections. The other major change in materials is the Assembly

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transition from initial ‘soft’ steels to direct & effective hardened die steels used to manufacture core, cavities, inserts etc. This advancement is attributed to the latest machine tool technology like CAD/CAM etc,” says Seth. Sumant Kumar, CEO, Pi-Tech International, further explains, “A few of the recent developments in materials include sintered metal moulds that prove useful for tiny parts, which require high aesthetics but not high precision or heavy-duty performance. Moulds using special aluminium alloys remove the problems associated with machining aluminium in terms of finish and strength. This allows moulds to be lighter and easier to machine & assemble.” Powder metallurgy grades of die steels, clean & micro-alloyed steels, and metal matrix composites are among the latest materials used for manufacturing high performance dies & moulds. Solutions for many other existing material problems are expected to emerge from nanotechnology, as this could reduce the high costs of sophisticated die or mould steels while enhancing their overall performance. According to Manoj Mehta, Country Manager – India and SAARC operations, Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corporation, “One of the key requirements of the mould-making ecosystem is to assess the impact of material used in the process on the environment, right from the prototyping and design stage to the end of lifecycle stage. Recent innovations include the addition of design validation or simulation upfront in the design cycle and the inclusion of complementary document management programmes Assembly

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Steel hardness is essential for the mould quality in terms of number of shots in its lifetime, while purity is required for machinability and surface finishing. S C Kalyanpur

Director, Sridevi Tool Engineers Pvt Ltd as a part of the larger design-tomanufacture eco-system.”

Innovations galore

Conventional mould designing has been a manual or semi-automated process until recently. Figure (a) shows a typical process, detailing the various stages in mould manufacturing. The process was time-consuming and required several applications and resources to complete the task. This resulted in a longer timeto-market cycle as well as an increase in the overall cost. The upgraded process is described in (b). Commendable innovations in the dies & moulds industry are automatic mould design, multi-axis machining and adaptive manufacturing. The following advancements in manufacturing have added merit to the overall process capability by a huge margin: Automatic mould design: The latest in 3D mould design incorporates many improvisations and a wizard interface that helps to complete the most complex designs with better communication, reduced data transfer and chance of error. It is a more reliable process involving less modification, management and time consumption. It eliminates the need for separate 2D drawings and

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MARKET TRENDS

Recent innovations include the addition of design validation or simulation upfront in the design cycle and the inclusion of complementary document management programmes. Manoj Mehta

Country Manager-India and SAARC operations, Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corporation allows simulation of tool operation, based on input mould configuration parameters. Mould design now has a built-in intelligence and knowledgebased system. This allows the system software to use components from standard catalogues like Hasco, DME, DMS, Kishin, Futaba etc while configuring appropriate sizes based on how mould components fit together. The manufacture of high speed, efficient dies & moulds is facilitated by increased computational capabilities like PowerMILL. Multi-threading & parallel processing on the latest hardware has enabled users to save over 40 per cent in tool path processing. E-fixturing/part location is another avenue for innovation where manufacturers can locate large dies/ moulds on the machine tool and repair defective areas in a few quick steps, thereby saving up to 40-60 per cent time, compared to traditional methods. Multi-axis machining: Apart from complex aerospace and turbine applications, the large-scale availability and affordability of multi-axis machines have enhanced their applications in dies & moulds manufacturing. Often, large

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cavities and tall cores of dies & moulds require that the cutting tool consists of a large, length-to-diameter ratio. This results in deflection of the cutting tool, chattering marks on the mould surface or even tool breakage. Multi-axis machining enables the use of smaller overhang of cutting tools with an axis tilt. This makes it easier to reach the depth of the core cavity without the holder and spindle colliding against the part. The CAM programmer can also utilise nearly the entire periphery of the cutting tool by means of axis orientation, which results in a longer tool life. It also prevents tip cutting of ball-nosed tools, which is known to cause surface finish issues at lower spindle speeds. Adaptive manufacturing: This is particularly done on moulds that do not require a high degree of finish. The idea is to quickly realign warped/damaged moulds using advanced probing and aligning technology. The mould is then re-milled to conform to standards. This is a useful practice when the component volumes are high, thereby providing a cost-effective alternative to the mouldmaker and the supplier or manufacturer of these components. Another entrant in die & mould technology is rapid prototyping. This system can be used to produce a prototype by taking a CAD/CAM drawing, slicing it into thousands of layers and then building up the prototype layer by layer. This is followed by moulding the plastic at relatively low temperatures not exceeding 120o C. “A few solutions integrate CAD & CAE, for example, modelling of core-cavity, runner and gate design, which directly lead to flow analysis for predicting filling, shrinkage, air-traps, voids, weld-lines, warpage, etc. Vertically integrated software solutions allow the automatic identification and creation of appropriate drilling, milling or wire-cut processes, including NC file generation, for the individual plates in a mould assembly. Areas for EDM can be identified and relevant electrode drawings can be created automatically,” says Kumar. Elaborating on the advantages of EDM and CNC methods, Seth states, “EDM is an irreplaceable process for certain sharp corners required in

components like cavities of most plastic electronic components or extrusion dies where the profile is usually wire-cut. The downside of this process is that it is slow in comparison to CNC milling and requires additional investment for electrode material and machining. This adds to the overall cost of the mould/die. Further, the EDM process has to be followed by hand finishing, which is again a slow and manual process.” He further adds, “On the contrary, CNC machining mostly does not require any additional hand finishing. In comparison to conventional machines, CNC machining is a highly expensive and complex system. It demands intensive capital investment and trained workforce. However, CNC machining has many more advantages, though minor challenges always crop up when a technology transition takes place.”

Challenges

High performance plastic components demanded by the automobiles, consumer goods, medical and lifestyle products sectors are the primary demand drivers for dies & moulds. “Since each industry has its own requirements for design, raw material, standard parts etc, the trend is towards specialising in one kind of mould, eg injection mould, blow mould, compression mould, vacuum-forming mould, rotational mould and so on.

CNC machining is a highly expensive and complex system that demands intensive capital investment and trained workforce. Vineet Seth

MD-India & Middle East, Delcam Plc

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In order to compete with China, the Indian mould industry has to increase its quality and delivery schedules; co-operate and share resources to seek global markets. Sumant Kumar

CEO, Pi-Tech International

The short delivery times and demands for high quality does not allow a single tool-room to have the staff-strength and standard parts inventories required to build every kind of mould. In fact, in case of plastic injection moulds, the suppliers are distinguished by the size of moulds they can make,” says Kumar. Besides key players like Germany, Denmark, the US & the UK, the Indian die & mould manufacturing standards

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have seen a vast improvisation in the last two decades. Kalyanpur notes, “Although the requirement for dies and moulds is growing, Indian OEMs are buying major portions (75 to 80 per cent) of their requirement from overseas suppliers like China, Taiwan and Korea. This demand deficit is responsible for reduced mould-making capacity in India.” Seconding the thoughts, Kumar adds, “In order to compete with China, the Indian mould industry has to increase its quality and delivery schedules. This cannot happen in isolation; the Indian industry must co-operate and share resources. Strengths and experiences of individual companies must be shared with the entire sector. We must expand our outlook to seek global markets, not just local ones. This will give us economies of scale as well as motivate us to adopt new technologies faster.” Apart from these, sky-rocketing crude oil prices, a fragmented manufacturing base, and lack of skilled engineers and workers are among the challenges faced by the Indian dies & moulds industry.

Promising future

In tandem with the plastic components industry, the Indian tooling sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19 per cent in the following years. Kumar says, “Indian mould-making has pockets of excellence, especially with the entry

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of MNC tool rooms that supply globally. The majority of tool-room activity, however, is in the hands of the SMEs or even the unorganised sector. The latter are not known, by and large, for high-quality moulds, or for meeting delivery schedules. They do not invest in cutting-edge technology; hence we lag behind other countries, which may be at the same technological level but willing to take more risks and pump more money into R&D.” Recent R&D in automotives, particularly the focus on vehicle weight reduction and energy conservation; and the focus on sophistication of sports and athletics equipment like shoes and tennis racquets continue to boost dies & moulds technology. Other aspects like cost-competitiveness, aesthetic feel and comfort etc also enhance the demand for dies & moulds. “In keeping with the global trend of replacing metal parts with plastics, advancements in dies & moulds technology have resulted from the vision of knowledgeable industrialists & academicians. Thus, the dies & moulds industry today is tapping these opportunities through a good industry-academia partnership. Innovation in materials, technology, application and processing is constantly being done at both ends, thus paving way for more areas where plastics can be used. Industry associations and bodies help in addressing as well as creating more opportunities for the dies & moulds industry,” says Seth. Huge investments are anticipated from Indian mould-makers in multi-axis machines and latest CAD/CAM software. The efficient programming and simulation of these multi-axis machines will reduce cutter overhang, changing contact of normal cutting tools for better surface finish and machining most features of a mould in a single setting. With efforts as consistent as these, the dies & moulds sector is set to complement the burgeoning plastics industry of India. In accordance with the need of the hour, Indian dies & moulds manufacturers are expected to sustain their position in the local as well as global market through constant R&D, skill development and market expansion.

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INDUSTRY UPDATE

Control systems for injection moulding

Integration is ‘key’

With a view to bringing in efficiency in injection-moulding machinery, the functionality and features of control panels are being constantly augmented. Some of the new features include simple graphical user interface, better integration capability, web connectivity and reduction in overall manual operations as well as time for technicians. Shivani Mody takes a closer look at the evolving paradigms and future opportunities in the area of control systems for injection moulding machines.

s the IT/automation systems are evolving at a fast pace, these are now becoming an integral part of almost every machine. Today, manufacturers are keenly looking at adopting the latest technologies to simplify the various operations involved in production. With the penetration of technological advancements into the plastics industry as well, the control panels for injection-moulding machines have moved on to the next level, making it more user-friendly. Presently, companies are even integrating supporting equipment (auxiliary) to the machine controller and Ethernet connection with the service, which is leading to greater functionality for control panels. Further, manufacturers of injection-moulding machines mostly prefer using in-house, in-built control panels rather than outsourcing the requirement. This makes it easier to provide services and ensure add-on capability for the future. Most of the control panels are being outsourced by manufacturers, as it is considered to be

Courtesy: ARBURG GmbH + Co KG

Simple human machine interface, the Selogica control system provides for effectively simplified injection moulding management

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a cost-effective solution. Apart from this, the graphical user interface has evolved, which has made the programming simpler and has brought in system flexibility. Talking of the advantages of developing in-house control panels, Herbert Kraibühler, Managing Director - Technology and Engineering, ARBURG GmbH + Co KG, says, “We have built the Selogica control system in-house and offer everything from a single source: optimally matched machines, peripherals and the corresponding control system. From the outset, the philosophy was to develop sophisticated technologies and make operating procedures easy to manage – a requirement that is gaining significance as injection-moulding processes have become more complex.” Moreover, many manufacturers are now exploring the possibility of all-time web connectivity for the machines to provide better service to customers. The control systems are configured in a way that the manufacturer can remotely connect with the customer’s system and solve problems in real-time, thus saving valuable time of the users. Nanda Kumar T, President, Wittmann Battenfeld India Pvt Ltd, says, “We use open control system with HMI touch panel of 15 inch with resolution 1024 x 768. This controller, embedded with real-time Windows XP, helps in execution by allowing simple integration in the IT network without special hardware. As a modern technology for injection moulding machines, the controller capability with Windows XP enables round-the-clock service within a few minutes.”

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Reaping benefits

The use of control systems have not only reduced the complexity but also brought in additional efficiency, improved productivity and even reduced the maintenance requirement. Further, the control panel encompasses a touch-screen feature, which improves the visual effect, helping in faster and better programming by operators. Milind Kaluskar, OEM Sales Manager, Beckhoff Automation Pvt Ltd, points out, “TwinCAT, our software PLC for PC-based control technology, helps to unlock the capabilities of modern PC architectures for increasing product quality and machine efficiency. A Windows CE or XP-based visualisation system is available for machine operation, which together with the ‘Injection Moulding PLC Framework’ forms an integrated solution for injection moulding machines.” He further adds, “With this kind of working, the development time is reduced without limiting options for in-house technology developments. To accompany the software solution, we offer a 12-inch panel PC customised for injection moulding applications. The key arrangement is optimised for the injection moulding process and facilitates operation of standard machines with different options. Also the open, PC-based architecture of its control system enables the machine manufacturer to use in-house expertise

Beckhoff panel PC with key arrangement optimised for the injection moulding process Courtesy: Beckhoff Automation

or ready-made software components from Beckhoff.” Other than improving efficiency, the use of simplified graphical user interface has led to reduction of errors in case of complex processes. It can be noted that the key to success lies in the flexible use of innovative machine and process technologies. Due to a simple human machine interface, the control system enables effectively simplified injection-moulding management. Kraibühler avers, “Since the development of the Selogica control system in the 1980s, this intuitive machine and peripheral management system has been geared up to the actual machine sequence. This has made it possible for us to integrate a graphic user interface and real-time plausibility checking of all entries into a control system for injection-moulding machines. The immediate plausibility check during entry excludes errors from the outset, which is particularly helpful in the case of complex sequences.” He futher adds, “Taking another step in innovation is the additional ‘ARBURG Mobile Selogica’ (AMS) control panel, which permits flexible working around the machine or system. The portable touch-screen control panel offers virtually the same comprehensive programming functions as the control system. It facilitates all set-up procedures, which are not readily visible from the front. AMS saves the extra efforts of having to constantly walk back to the permanently installed control panel during manual operation by the installation technician.” In many cases, manufacturers are offering universal high-speed Ethernet connectivity for improving the machine efficiency. Kaluskar says, “The application of EtherCAT, the fast realtime Ethernet Fieldbus system, in plastics machines increases their efficiency and the quality of the end-product. To increase the energy-efficiency of injection moulding, there is also a trend towards using servo-electric drives instead of hydraulic valves.”

Exploring web capability

Manufacturers are now exploring the potential of the web, especially the Internet, to offer enhanced services

The ARBURG Mobile Selogica (AMS) control panel permits flexible working around the machine or system. The portable touch-screen control panel offers virtually the same comprehensive programming functions as the control system. Herbert Kraibühler

Managing Director - Technology and Engineering, ARBURG GmbH + Co KG

We use open control system with HMI touch panel of 15 inch with resolution 1024 x 768. This controller, embedded with realtime Windows XP, helps in execution by allowing simple integration in the IT network without special hardware. Nanda Kumar T

President, Wittmann Battenfeld India Pvt Ltd

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The application of EtherCAT, the fast real-time Ethernet Fieldbus system, in plastics machines increases their efficiency and the quality of the end-product. Milind Kaluskar

OEM Sales Manager, Beckhoff Automation Pvt Ltd

Customers prefer getting the web connectivity, which is possible using the latest control systems. While on the move, managers can log onto the machines using a mobile phone or a laptop and check the machine conditions and process information. Dinesh Bharti

Manager - Sales, Toshiba Machine India Pvt Ltd

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to customers and are going the extra mile to meet their expectations in the bargain. Also many of the users see the Internet connectivity as a way to remain connected with the operation in real-time, while on the move. Kumar says, “Apart from the use of control systems for user-friendliness, faster processing, error-free operations, we plan to set new standards in customer service through our web service centre, which will help customers in solving the machine problem in no time.” He adds, “Wittmann Battenfeld has recently launched a 24x7, web service and has selected 6 locations to support the web service. The controller can be enabled with webcam to have a clear view of the image from the machine. Machines are equipped with the UNILOG B6 control system based on Windows XP, and the web service offers customers the possibility to contact a qualified service engineer by phone at any time. With the customer’s approval, the engineers can directly log on to the machine or the integrated robot via the Internet. This makes it possible to solve a great number of problems requiring service quickly and easily, by means of remote diagnostics without having a service engineer on site.” Any on-site servicing and spare parts deliveries that are required can be efficiently arranged and co-ordinated. Thus, the productivity and conservation of the value of production equipment is ensured on a long-term basis and at a low cost. This also gives good scope for analysis and machine usage over a period of time, Kumar further explains. Moreover, on the platform, operators can access online training and enhance their skill sets. The web training provides a basis for unconventional learning: the virtual training centre, independent of time and space. Kumar observes, “The web training allows a significant improvement in the efficiency and flexibility of advanced on-the-job training. Corporate production processes are hardly affected by approximately a two-hour training session. Thus, complex planning of shifts to accommodate training of production staff is now a thing of the past. Customers can make appointments to take part in online instruction by competent speakers and

discussions with experts. The central training subjects include machine structure, control system and process technology.” Further elaborating on the benefits of web connectivity, Dinesh Bharti, Manager - Sales, Toshiba Machine India Pvt Ltd, says, “Customers prefer getting the web connectivity, which is possible using the latest control systems. While on the move, managers can log onto the machines using a mobile phone or a laptop and check the machine conditions and process information. This takes place in real-time, which brings in greater control for managers at all times.”

Facing constraints

With growing complexities and requirements of added functionality, manufacturers are now looking at improving the operational excellence through control panels. In recent times, customers are also looking for a single solution rather than working through multiple controllers. Bharti notes, “Nowadays, customers have become demanding and want all the latest features inbuilt in the machines. The aesthetic appeal of the graphical user interface is also an improving feature for the panels. Customers require statistical and quality information in the controller itself rather than maintaining manual records. The

The control system used for offering web service to customers Courtesy: Wittmann Battenfeld

INDUSTRY UPDATE statistical data and quality checks are recorded in the control panels and the data is available for perusal. Even the quality is controlled automatically via the online system.” He adds, “Customers prefer and demand a single system through which they can control all machines rather than having multiple systems in the unit.” In comparison with linear robotic systems, six-axis robotic systems have relatively seldom been used in the injection moulding sector. One of the main reasons for this is the laborious programming necessary for even the smallest changes to the robotic sequence, which proves to be costly, time-consuming and requires specialists for handling. Kraibühler says, “Using our Selogica machine control system in the control system of Kuka six-axis robotic systems, we have successfully implemented the system. This means that operators can independently set up robotic sequences without extensive prior training. Furthermore, set-up and cycle times are also effectively reduced.”

The way forward

As the industry moves ahead, there is scope for technology development and addition of more features onto a single system. One of the opportunities while moving ahead is integrating robotic systems and peripherals to the control systems. Significant development is expected in this area globally and even in India. One important milestone was the menu-based set-up of the Multilift robotic system via a ‘teach-in’ function. Kraibühler says, “Thanks to this free programming, the robotic systems are rendered extremely flexible, ‘learning’ the positions they need to move in order to remove and set down parts with the highest precision. The points moved to manually are simply confirmed via the ‘teach’ button for this purpose. The control system then automatically generates all the necessary parameter entries and links. Simultaneously, the robotic sequence is automatically created and integrated into the machine cycle at the correct position.” Kraibühler informs, “Another of our innovations is the ‘Set-up Assistant’

module, which significantly facilitates everyday injection moulding practice. For the first time, this module enables menu-guided, accompanied set-up, or so-called ‘teach-in’, of the entire injection moulding process in only five steps. The entry of parameters is reduced to an absolute minimum. The control system then performs the relevant task automatically. A schematic display provides additional guidance. Installation technicians are actively supported during set-up, without being familiar in detail with the control system.” These developments will bring in ease of use and programming for customers and will see significant use in the future. Kumar concludes, “Recent development in India is moving towards more technology requirement and we see major opportunity for technology development such as webcam link, web service, and integrating the auxiliary equipment with machine. Also seeing the response for our remote diagnostics services on the web, we feel this will become an important capability in the future.”

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PVDF injection moulding

From myths to reality A specialty plastic material in the fluoropolymer family, PVDF finds various applications in areas where the highest purity, strength, and resistance to solvents, acids, bases & heat are necessities. This article focusses on the injection-moulding process guidelines for PVDF resins and aims at addressing some concerns associated with processing this type of fluoropolymer. Mandar Amrute, David Seiler & James Henry

Figure 1: PVDF injection-moulded part showing sprue design

Figure 2: Large pump parts, fittings and filter housings injection moulded from PVDF

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or more than 45 years, polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) has been processed using conventional injection moulding equipment in the US and Europe. PVDF is a preferred construction material due to some of its important characteristics that include resistance to most chemicals & industrial solvents; low permeability to most gases & liquids; resistance to weathering, UV & nuclear radiation; low flame & smoke features. Its other advantages comprise operational use o up to 150 C depending on chemical service; high purity, abrasion resistance & thermal stability; mechanical strength & toughness. Moreover, it is available in both rigid & flexible versions, and compared to other fluoropolymers, it has an easier melt process because of its relatively low melting point. PVDF injection-moulded parts find applications in pump components, valves, pipe & tube fittings, filtration components such as filter housings, flow meter components, nozzles, dump tower packing, and various pharmaceutical & industrial chemicalhandling parts. Even though conventional injection moulding is a popular processing method for PVDF in Europe and North

America, the moulders in India are not too keen on using this product, mainly due to myths and misunderstandings about certain families of specialty polymers including the PVDF.

Misconceptions about the PVDF for injection moulding

As mentioned earlier, some of the wrong notions about PVDF are as follows: PVDF is not like polyvinyl chloride (PVC) & chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it is not corrosive when processed under normal processing conditions It is not a difficult material to process, and has a wide processing window PVDF does not cause physical damage to an injection-moulding machine provided that proper processing conditions are used and that steps to prevent potential upset conditions are instituted It does not need special equipment for processing and is typically processed using standard injection-moulding machinery. PVDF is commonly run on the same equipment as polypropylene, polyethylene, PVC, CPVC and nylon It is not mandatory to dry PVDF before processing. (It is not hygroscopic and does not need special drying procedures)

MATERIAL CORNER PVDF shrinkage can at times be difficult to predict, but steps can be taken during manufacture of the mould to ensure the part tolerances are within specification. Once process conditions are set for producing PVDF parts, tight tolerances can be maintained Special screws and barrels are not needed to process PVDF. Most PVDF moulding is done using standard equipment with little or no change to the screw and barrel

Table 1: Typical properties of PVDF Unit for PVDF Property of the Material property homopolymer Melt point °C 168 Specific gravity 1.77 Water absorption (@ 20 °C / 24 hrs) % 0.01-0.03 Tensile strength @ yield* psig 7500 Tensile strength @ break* psig 7000 Elongation @ break* % 50 Flexural modulus* psig 2,80,000 Notched izod impact strength* ft-lb/in 3 Hardness Shore D 78

*Values indicated above are only for reference. One must consult material manufacturer, while selecting the grade for a specific application. ** There are ranges of performance of homopolymer and copolymer; the table only reflects data for one particular grade of PVDF

PVDF injection moulding

PVDF is available in many grades to suit a moulder’s finished product needs. Generally, for injection moulding one would use what is termed as a high melt flow rate material such as Kynar® 710 or Kynar® 720 (these grades range between 5-35 g/10 minutes at 3.8 kg load at 232ºC). Kynar® & Kynarflex® are trade names of PVDF homopolymers and PVDF copolymers. The most common Kynar® PVDF grades used to produce moulded parts are Kynar® 720, Kynar® 710, Kynarflex® 2850, Kynar Flex® 2800-20 & Kynarflex® 3120. Many other Kynar® PVDF grades can be injection moulded depending upon the end-user requirements. These moulding grades allow the processor to use relatively low processing temperatures and obtain a smooth, shiny part with the lowest possible cycle time. The good news is that, in general, most PVDF grades marketed to industry can be injection moulded. There are cases where the designer makes a choice to have an entire system made out of an extrusion grade, so it is good to know that the pipe extrusion grade can be injection moulded, if that is requested. A processor can then extrude and mould only one grade of material in the same facility to reduce inventory on their floor. The most popular injection moulding grades of PVDF are homopolymer grades made from vinylidene fluoride monomer. These materials are known to possess high tensile strength, high hardness and good impact resistance. Homopolymers also operate over a wide range of temperatures from -40ºC to 150ºC. In addition to this known

PVDF copolymer** 158 1.78 0.03- 0.06 5000 5000 200 1,70,000 6 74

performance, most grades of PVDF comply with food & water contact, and flame & smoke testing regulated by various agencies within each country. Before choosing a grade for special regulatory listings, one should consult with the manufacturer, since at times, the grades of PVDF are listed by grade name and not by the generic chemistry of the polymer. PVDF can be readily pigmented into colours like black, red, blue and green. To do this, a colour concentrate produced with a PVDF base resin is required. PVDF is not compatible with polyolefins (as well as with most other polymers) and concentrates containing these polymers cannot be used when producing PVDF components. The use of a colour concentrate with a non-compatible carrier will result in a part that looks stringy or delaminated. Pre-coloured materials such as red, blue or black are often available from the manufacturer to avoid the need for colour concentrates.

Major pecularities

For applications where the user wants to have a part with improved chemical resistance to high pH environment or with high impact resistance; or a softer part; or something that is better for cold temperature cycling, a variation of copolymers of vinylindene

fluoride and hexafluoropropylene are available. These grades are referred to as Kynar Flex® PVDF, and there are more than 10 such grades available with varied melt flow rates for ease of processing. Standard injection moulding equipment and tooling can be used to mould Kynar® PVDF resins. No special materials of construction are required, but chrome or nickel-plated screws, barrels and tooling are recommended to prevent pitting over time. With respect to the tool design, a large sprue or edge gate is typically recommended to allow for good material flow into the mould. Smaller pin gates or sub-gates can be used successfully when lower viscosity grades are being processed. Good venting at the end of fill is required to prevent burning in this area. To produce the best quality parts having a good surface finish, a slow injection speed is used while filling the sprue. The injection speed can be ramped up during part filling at the end of the injection stage. It should be noted that parts produced with higher viscosity resins often have some visual surface anomalies that are only cosmetic and do not affect the performance of the part. PVDF is non-hygroscopic in nature and it is not mandatory to dry PVDF before processing. It has

Table 2: General temperature recommendations Process description Starting melt temperature range (ºC) Colour critical Parts 190 – 210ºC Standard temperature range 210 – 230ºC Hard to fill parts 230 – 260ºC

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Material

Table 3: Injection moulding temperature profile for PVDF homopolymer & PVDF copolymer Barrel temperature oC* Rear

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PVDF homopolymer 190-220 200-220 200-245 200-245 50-90 moulding grade PVDF copolymer 200-220 200-225 210-245 210-245 50-90 moulding grade** *Values indicated above are only for reference. One must consult material manufacturer, while selecting the grade for specific application ** There are ranges of performance of homopolymer and copolymer; the table only reflects data for one particular grade of PVDF

been observed in the past that the surface properties of parts produced with PVDF grades containing a flame-retardant package can be improved by including a short drying step. It has also been observed that plastics, when processed in humid conditions, can pick up surface moisture in such environments. If moisture is believed to be a problem, one can dry PVDF resins using dehumidifier or vacuum dryer at 70-80ºC for about one to two hours. Here are some recommendations to be taken into consideration while moulding PVDF resins that will provide excellent results.

Injection moulding process guidelines for PVDF resins

When moulding PVDF, as with any polymer, it is recommended that adequate ventilation be provided in the processing area. Thermal degradation of PVDF starts above 300ºC and can accelerate as temperatures increase further. It is recommended that mould process conditions be kept as low as possible (typically below 260ºC) to provide a degree of safety in the process. The moulding engineer should frequently check the process to make

sure heating is controlled to prevent the possibility of decomposition. The onset of decomposition typically is not rapid and starts with darkening of the material and/or the formation of small black specks. Most injection moulding grades of PVDF allow for moulding at processing temperatures around 220ºC or below, so there is a big window of safety between the actual processing conditions and the temperatures where decomposition can occur. Stagnation of PVDF inside the barrel for extended periods of time must be avoided. Fillers are sometimes introduced into PVDF to modify shrinkage and/or to increase tensile properties. But one has to be careful when selecting masterbatch or fillers. The use of improper fillers and pigments could cause degradation of PVDF. Silica (glass) containing products, in general, should not be used, and if used, need to be dealt with great care. Some fillers will accelerate decomposition of PVDF, which can ultimately result in a safety issue. Under normal processing conditions, there should be no hazardous outgassing from the PVDF resin. It is recommended, however, that exhaust

Table 4: Mould shrinkage data for PVDF homopolymer & PVDF copolymer Material

% Shrinkage* In Flow Direction

Cross Flow Direction

PVDF homopolymer

1.2-3.5

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1.9-3.5

1.6-3.0

*Values indicated above are only for reference. One must consult material manufacturer, while selecting the grade for specific application ** There are ranges of performance of homopolymer and copolymer; the table only reflects data for one particular grade of PVDF

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hoods be in place, particularly over the nozzle and the hopper, in the event that an upset condition does occur. To improve surface appearance, it has been shown that higher mould temperature (+65ºC) improves surface aesthetics and reduces cosmetic defects. But with a high mould temperature, it is necessary to increase the cooling time in the mould to avoid warpage of the fitting. Longer cooling times are required for larger parts such as thick pipe fittings and diaphragm pump heads. With these concerns stated about silica, it is recommended that PVDF be purged from the machine using a high molecular weight polyethylene, polypropylene, or an acrylic that is not glass filled. A hard silica-based scrubbing purge compound could create problems and is not recommended. It should be noted that PVDF is a great purge material and can be easily peeled off the screw. PVDF is sometimes used as a purging compound before cleaning a machine for general maintenance. In such cases, a higher molecular weight PVDF resin (low MFR grades) is found to work best.

Dealing with PVDF shrinkage

A typical feature of PVDF is its relatively high part shrinkage, which is characteristic of all semicrystalline polymers. Part shrinkage needs to be carefully considered during the conception of the mould. The shrinkage of PVDF can be difficult to predict accurately, and is dependent on several factors including the size of the part, gate geometry, melt temperature, mould temperature and fill speed. It can typically vary from 2 to 3.5 per cent. Shrinkage can also vary depending on the flow path, and it has been noted that PVDF will have different shrinkage values in the linear and longitudinal direction of flow. If necessary, annealing (ie 1 hr at 135°C) permits to stabilise the dimensions of the moulded object, which otherwise could warp when working at high temperatures. When ‘designing for shrinkage’, it is best to design the mould

MATERIAL CORNER using the upper three per cent shrinkage estimate. It is highly recommended that the tool is cut ‘steel safe’ and then tested in a moulding trial before making the final cuts to the mould. This will help to ensure that the final tool has the correct tolerances and following this guideline will ensure that there is sufficient steel to work with, in the event when shrinkage estimates are incorrect. If material shrinkage is estimated too low, and the tool is not cut ‘steel safe’, correcting the tool can be more difficult. It is possible to make small changes in shrinkage by varying processing conditions, but this cannot correct a part produced with a tool that was cut with grossly inaccurate shrinkage estimates. If the moulder has an existing mould that is of similar design to the part being developed, it is highly recommended that a trial be conducted using this tool, under typical processing conditions, to obtain a better estimate of material shrinkage.

For special applications where a moulder has shorter runs with PVDF and wants to run in the same mould as virgin polypropylene, a graphite filled Kynar® 370 material in black has been created to match the shrinkage of polypropylene at around 1.9-2.1 per cent. This material is popular for pump parts, but can be used in nozzles or any other mould that is designed for polypropylene.

In a nutshell

PVDF can be processed easily and safely on conventional injectionmoulding machines, provided that the recommendations of the manufacturer are followed when setting up the process. PVDF moulding does not require any special materials for screw & barrel components, but it is recommended that chrome or nickel plating be used to extend the life of the equipment. PVDF is available in many melt flow rates and can be readily pigmented and filled to enhance performance.

Mandar Amrute is working with Arkema India for Application & Business Development of Kynar® PVDF in chemical processing industry. He has experience of more than four years in the field of polymers, masterbatches & additives. Email: mandar.amrute@arkema.com With more than 27 years of experience in the field of PVDF, David Seiler is the Global Fluoropolymers Technical Advisor, and North America Fluoropolymers Business Manager at Arkema, Inc. Email: dave.seiler@arkema.com James Henry is a Senior Research Engineer at Arkema Inc located at the Research Center in King of Prussia, PA. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering; and Master’s Degree in Plastics Engineering from the University of Massachusetts. Email:james.henry@arkema.com

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Micro-moulding

Miniaturising with precision The growing trend towards miniaturisation has created a new wave of opportunities in the world of plastics processing, bringing along some challenges too. However, the advent of micro-moulding has simplified the process of manufacturing small and tiny parts with precision and quality in a cost-effective manner. Micro-moulding finds application in various areas, especially electronics and medical fields among others. Read on for more insightsâ&#x20AC;Ś Y R Anand

iniaturisation of parts as well as complete systems is now a buzzword among plastics processors. However, to keep up with this growing global trend, manufacturing systems for producing new components have become the need of the hour. Micro-moulding opens the door to manufacturing tiny parts in a relatively easier manner through the use of either special micro-injection moulding machines or small injection moulding machines fitted with unique injection units designed to handle the specified needs of these parts. Some of the areas of its application include electronics & telecommunication; micro-electronic products like LED lenses, RFID parts, etc; medical devices & implants; and metal & powder injection moulding among others.

Understanding micro-moulding

The concepts of micro-moulding, miniature parts, complex small parts, etc

are evoking keen interest in the plastics processing industry. However, there have been some misconceptions and confusion regarding what exactly constitutes micromoulding and the elements in it, which revolve around micro-components, micro-structure components and precision micro-components Generally speaking, micro-moulding relates to a part that is measured in micron and is no bigger than 10 mmÂł. It can also mean a very small feature on a normal-sized part. Micro-structures include extremely thin walls, micro-fluid channels or holes. Both micro-parts and micro-structures require small tolerances, ranging from 3 micron or tighter. They also typically have complex geometries. But it takes more than size and weight to define micro-moulding. Nearly all thermoplastics as well as thermoplastic elastomers are suitable for micro-injection moulding. Moulding something small is just one aspect, but moulding it efficiently and precisely, time and again, is the

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Common component dimensions Shot weights of several gram Structuring on the surface measured in micron Generally less than 10 micron

Any part size Any part weight Tolerances measured in micron Generally less than 10 micron

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It is important to remember that many components are often smaller than a single grain of granulate of plastic. So the aim is not to transform a grain of granulate into a part, but to produce a part from a homogenous melt of several grains of granulate. This is a real challenge in terms of the machine and screw design. The design must take into account the particular processing conditions for the specific plastic, besides other component details. A key factor is the control of the injection unit. With hydraulic machines, it is essential to have a position-regulated screw, which will help to not only control the melt during injection, but also apply a positive braking at the end of the process to ensure precise melt delivery. With servodriven electric drives, these movements are precise, and positive braking is normal. Wittmann Battenfeld is one of the leaders in micro-moulding machines. Its MicroPower series is focussed on small, high precision micro-injection moulding. The system uses a plunger injection unit, ensuring that even the maximum pressure can be realised in the cavity with absolute

Dimensions of only a few millimetre Extremely small shot weights measured in milligram Details measured in micron

Precision micro-components

Micro-structure components

Machine specificities

Micro-components

fundamental need. Micro-moulding aims at ensuring production of millions or even billions of parts with the same precision. Many injection moulding machinemakers promote special machines just for the purpose of ‘micro-moulding’. However, a micro-moulder is not classified by the hardware alone. It is a combination of machine innovation, processing and expert tool building that make up the elements of true micromoulding. It takes years of experience to master the process. In general, the molten plastic is injected, into a heated and frequently evacuated tool, that is equipped with micro-structured mould inserts. Such mould inserts may be manufactured through mechanical micro-machining, laser micro-machining or by combinations of these and other processes. Depending on the component to be moulded, the injection moulding process is conducted with heating prior to injection, and cooling prior to demoulding. After cooling and opening of the tool, the injectionmoulded components are mostly removed by a handling device/robot.

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repeatability. Moreover, the injection unit is designed to minimise both melt cushion and gating. This results in minimal flow lengths & pressure loss; and a wide processing window helps to stabilise processes quickly. Thus, it is possible to not just manufacture micro parts, but even the most minute nano parts can be realised cost-effectively in fast cycles, especially in a repeatable process. This injection unit can process all materials suitable for injection moulding up to a shot volume of 3 cm³ in all commonly available standard granulate sizes. With the injection unit of the MicroPower, owing to its special design, only thermally homogeneous melt is injected. As a basic model, it is a simple but extremely fast and precise all-electric injection moulding machine. The ejector is also equipped with a servo-electric drive as standard. It is the injection unit that plays a key role. In conventional injection units, plugs of cold or partly cooled material is placed at the tip of the nozzle during injection moulding. The thermally non-homogeneous front side is pushed into the mould in the course of the next injection cycle. This problem is partly responsible for fluctuations in quality and in the production process, and consequently a cause of rejects. Sumitomo Demag also offers micro-injection moulding machines. To produce minimal items, it uses customised systems based on the standard platform to purposefully handle shot weights of merely a few gram and component weights of as little as a few tenths or even a few centigram. The core of the processing

of plastics of minimal size is the microinjection unit. This is a customised plasticising unit for shot weights of 5 to 0.1 g. Moreover, the most delicate injection or dosing profiles can be easily produced while maintaining the required residence time. ARBURG has recently announced a new design of micro-injection module for extremely small shot weights. This injection module can be used with its normal all-electric machines with small injection units meant for small shot weights. The key idea of this unit is to use a larger screw diameter cylinder (typically 15 or 18 mm) to first melt the granules into a homogenous melt and feed this melt to a tiny injection unit with a screw diameter of only 8 mm. This ensures that the precise control technology of screw type unit is applied to this also. With this the first-in-first-out principle is achieved as the screws transport melt in a forward direction. Small shot weights are also possible, and most importantly, they are suitable for standard granulates. It also ensures high sealing consistency of the system, with the injection screw only sealed against pre-plasticising pressure. This type of unit has universal applications, as it has easy maintenance through easy removal of the screws and central connection for all supply units for the micro-injection module. Consequently fast, convenient mould-changing and short set-up times can also be achieved. Besides, they can be used on a variety of machines. A big advantage is to use normal plastic granules and not buy special micro-granules, which are more expensive.

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Tooling

Control of the mould design and build process is essential to the success of any micro-moulding project. Top quality micro-moulders will generally have inhouse tool design, build and maintenance resources. This offers significant advantages when dealing with extremely tight tolerances and complexities of the parts already mentioned. In general, it would be difficult to outsource these responsibilities in case of complex manufacturing projects. The tool-makers must be integral members of the project management team and they must plan & execute many sophisticated production processes while maintaining strict project timelines. Inhouse resources also play a critical role in routine maintenance, running product changes or repairs that may be required. The present trend is to manufacture the moulds using conventional processes – micro-drilling, grinding, milling – laser sintering or the X ray Lithographic Galvanoforming (LIGA) technology. LIGA process is especially suited for manufacturing micro-structures with high aspect ratio. The control of mould temperature is an important factor that should be considered. The variotherm principle includes cyclic heating and cooling of moulds. The mould temperatures are raised as high as the melt temperature to enable even filling of cavities and then cooled. Such systems must be tried to get good results.

Quality assurance

Quality assurance is imperative to any micro-moulding operation. The ability to prove that parts are made to meet specifications every time is where true capabilities lie. This assurance comes in various ways. Quality begins at the start of each project. Design reviews for manufacturability must be performed to ensure that the project is on the right track. Considerations for quality, the robustness of the process and the ability to inspect and measure should happen as early as possible. From there, control plans addressing critical features, analytical results and other quality requirements should be developed. High-tech and low-tech measurements must be used depending

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Control of the mould design and build process is essential to the success of any micro-moulding project. on whatever is appropriate. Measurement plans using precision gauge pins, highresolution in-line vision systems may be employed wherever necessary. Verification of tool as well as finished part dimensions often requires high magnification microscopic measurements. Product handling is also necessary. Surface contamination can be at a minimum for small-sized parts. Delicate features need proper processes in place to make sure that the product arrives to the customer undamaged. Automation and clean room moulding may be required. So, it is also essential to pay attention to handling of the process, post-moulding.

Materials

Thermoplastic resins come in various forms. Mission critical components often require exotic or highly engineered compounds, when it comes to micro-moulding. Materials like polyetheretherketone (PEEK), carbonfilled liquid crystal polymers (LCP) or glass-filled nylons are commonplace. Soft thermosetting or elastomeric resins are also getting some prominence. It is important to have a team with indepth knowlegde on these materials to maximise the performance of the resin/part design combination.

Benefits of micro-injection moulding

Micro-moulding machines offer the advantages of reduced tool sizes; increased part accuracy; improved cycle times; reduced part cost; and defined colours. Tooling is less expensive: Typically, a micro-injection moulding machine runs moulds with 2 to 4 cavities and competes with a standard moulding machine having 16 cavities. Fewer cavities mean lower tooling cost and higher quality.

Parts are more accurate: Since the process is designed for small parts and fewer mould cavities are used, the micro-moulding process’s accuracy and reliability exceed those of conventional moulding. Accuracy and reliability mean higher quality moulded parts with fewer problems and quality issues. Cycles are fast: Faster cycle times mean lower cost. Cycles typically run less than 6 seconds and often as low as 3 and 4 seconds. Process is tailored for miniature parts: Micro-injection moulding machines should have small capacities (3-6 gram barrels and clamps of 5-25 tonne). Plastics have a short heat history, and therefore, less chance of degrading in the barrel – a perennial problem with conventional moulding machines. Radical part geometries are possible: Very thin walls filled with engineering materials are possible. New applications are constantly emerging.

Emerging trends

Micro-optics is a fast emerging segment in this field. This high-tech market sector requires micron-level features and micronlevel tolerances. It is not just a product for the telecommunications market either. Products like medical diagnostics, endoscopic and minimally invasive surgical tools and micro-sensor applications are taking advantage of these tiny lenses. It is even possible to use this for multicomponent parts and insert moulding. In conclusion, the micro-moulding segment is a niche one in the injection moulding machine space. But with increased shrinking of many devices in common use and healthcare, it is growing to be large enough to generate special knowledge of the various factors involved in the process. Y R Anand has a Master’s degree in Production Engineering from IIT, Kharagpur. He worked for over nine years in manufacturing industries in Mumbai. Since 1980, he has been a partner of UNIMARK. The company deals with selling and servicing machines in plastics processing, tooling industry, micro- electronics and wire mesh welding industry. Email: anand@unimark.in

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ERP selection

Taking a holistic approach ERP implementation provides the backbone necessary for E-business. Without its successful implementation, the capabilities offered by Web-based functions become limited. If a company rushes to install an ERP without first having a clear understanding of the business implications within an Internet economy, the dream of integration can quickly turn into a nightmare. Read on… Satish Radhakrishnan

The ERP system will enhance the reputation of the organisation as a modern, cuttingedge enterprise.

consumerist desires of individuals to purchase the latest and the best for the sake of acquiring it. Yet to legitimise this desire, myths as above are released in streams. This is accomplished by creating a story of a ‘performance crisis’ of the existing system. A performance crisis tends to erode institutionalised practices and create internal dissent among employees. Wherever ERP implementation has failed, lack of access and integration were identified as problems with the existing information system. As a result, many offices have developed shadow systems that run independently of central systems & defeat the purpose of integration to a large extent. By their very nature, ERP systems discourage modification of requirements. Customisations are typically limited to choices regarding which fields or screens to use, rather than modification of the internal processes.

A reality check

ERP roots & complexities

nterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have brought in a new dimension to the way an organisation uses and integrates its large base of data and resources. Today, these systems are used in almost all types of organisations, be it large or small. However, there are certain myths about ERP, of which two prominent ones are as follows:

Myth 1

An ERP information system serves as an effective tool in accomplishing its end-result of efficiency & integration.

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ERP traces its precedence to Material Requirement Planning (MRP) software. The MRP software originally catered to the ordering of material for production requirement using the Bill of Material (BOM). It linked master schedule with BOM and inventory records to determine future requirements. MRP deals with two basic dimensions of production control – ‘quantities’ & ‘timing’. It is meant to determine appropriate production quantity of all types of items from finished goods (FG) to components used to built FG, to inputs procured as raw materials. It also helps establish production timing (job start time). The ERP of today not only helps in production planning in units, but also focusses on HR, sales, capacity & operational planning for production in units, besides financial planning.

MANAGEMENT MANTRAS Application Service Provider (ASP) market As ERP is considered as ‘too expensive’, ‘too hard to implement’, and ‘too complex’, it has led to the birth of Application Service Provider (ASP) market. Application service providers enable companies to rent expensive business applications on a hosted, per-user/per-month basis. For several SME manufacturers, this serves as a cost-effective alternative and acts more like an outsourced ERP application.

not visible and can negatively affect the competitive advantage of the enterprise. Using mathematical models, researchers conclude that among the most important facts that will affect manufacturing cost in order of importance are information management (determining indirect costs), the material costs, and the indirect labour & capital costs. ERP can transform the physical processing component of activities. It not only affects how individual activities are performed, but with new information flow,

it can also enhance a company’s ability to exploit linkages between activities both within & outside the company. When customers and suppliers request information that have been fully integrated throughout the value chain or when executives require integrated strategies and tactics in areas such as manufacturing, inventory, procurement and accounting, ERP systems collate the data for analysis and transform it into useful information, which companies can use to support business decision-

Additionally, it also has simulation capability to answer many of the common ‘what if’ questions. Yet, the effective use of data processing power and scheduling sophistication promised by ERP will require a tailored operation system to meet a firm’s business need and not the other way. This implies sound understanding of core processes and effects of specific planning and control decision on them. ERP need differs from company to company. For eg, a custom job shop might be more interested in ‘ontime’ delivery than in ‘resource utilisation’ whereas production system that uses extremely expensive equipment to make a commodity would be interested in keeping its utilisation high. By focussing on the information processing need of different generic production environment, it is possible for managers to evaluate the architectural fit of alternative computer and communication technologies. When fully implemented as an integrated suite, ERP can be thought of as a company’s central repository. The five major processes in a typical ERP system are: finance, logistics, manufacturing, human resources and sales/marketing. The focus of most ERP systems is on the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal process. It offers a way to streamline and align business processes, increase operational efficiencies and bring order out of chaos. Complexities in companies are defined as the ‘systemic effect that numerous products, customers, markets, processes, parts, and organisational entities have on activities, overhead structures and information flows.’ The main problem triggered by too much complexity is the hidden costs. The costs of complexity are generally

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MANAGEMENT MANTRAS making. ERP structure should be modular wherein there is an incremental release and upgradation process. Ultimately, the modular ERP must be able to integrate with other ERP systems. The essence of ERP is ‘integrating the resource of the entire enterprise from an information standpoint’. Integration means more than ‘linking’, ‘combining’, or simply ‘putting together’. The duplication of information is eliminated, time is saved and operational efficiency is improved. Integration in an ERP system is not limited to information; it may also involve business re-organisation. The key to ERP success is information sharing (common central database) and process integration (the unique character of ERP systems).

Integration needs

To achieve the goal of integration, ERP vendors, consultants and implementing organisations must address the following problems: Information sharing: ERP systems have traditionally focussed on internal operations, such as human & financial resources, and manufacturing. Each application is generally accessed by a limited number of users. But the fast growth of E-commerce is placing demands upon organisations to make more of that information available to maximum internal users, as well as authorised outside customers and vendors. Transparency of ERP owing to authorisation issues that are policy-driven creates a wedge in teamwork and results in compartmentalisation. Optimisation focus: ERP forces optimisation of business processes within the company, while E-business advocates optimisation across different companies’ value chains. From a total value chain perspective, optimising only business processes within the company can be sub-optimal. There is a need to integrate across value chains using the Internet. For this to be viable, some ERP vendors may have to make significant internal changes to their packages while others could have factored this. Internet substitute: The Internet poses another enormous challenge. The old idea that a single ERP system can solve one’s problems completely is decaying under the weight of the Internet. The functionality now provided by ERP

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From a total value chain perspective, optimising only business processes within the company can be sub-optimal. There is a need to integrate across value chains using the Internet vendors, such as payroll processing and transportation management, could be gradually usurped by scrappy Internet companies that provide separate components, which can be linked together on one interconnected network. With this, the advantage of an integrated ERP system can be partially eclipsed. The present day ERP buyer can also assess the suitability of combining different modules of different players. Technology obstacle: Many of the existing ERPs cannot support interactive E-commerce because of a variety of incompatible hardware, software and data descriptions. Since they were intended to link application systems inside enterprise boundaries, many existing ERP infrastructures were designed to support only certain Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) exchange and data translations. Such enterprise applications cannot be used as a foundation for an E-commerce infrastructure, which must link web-based E-commerce and traditional processing systems by open standards. Integration across the entire organisation is the key to large efficiency gains. Transparency of implementation and change process is important, both in terms of acceptance of the change and achieving the expected efficiency gains. These challenges, if resolved efficiently, would enable to attain better results from the implementation of ERP.

Costs incurred

ERP systems demand a large investment at the economic, human resource and organisational levels. This investment is made not only in the initial phase but

also throughout their lifecycle. Most ERP systems designs are generic solutions that reflect prevailing best practices. They impose their own logic in terms of strategy, culture and structure of an organisation, many-a-time forcing changes in the way of doing business. Taking a holistic view on the cost implication includes assessing the following costs, viz tangible costs that include consultancy, initial hardware & software, implementation & customisation cost, training cost, maintenance, upgradation & integration cost. Besides, the intangible costs comprise decisionmaking costs, opportunity costs, time dedicated by staff, indirect cost of system failure among others.

The right choice

Being clear on the ballpark budget in the first place itself is imperative. By this, one can avoid wasting time on investigating ERP that cannot be afforded. Understanding terms like ‘licensing fees or concurrent users’ helps realise its impact on the annual maintenance cost of running the ERP. Determining the current users expected to work on the system & anticipating the addition needed in the future is a step in the right direction. One should also factor the probable increase in number of production sites, integration and links required with both vendors and customers as a result of growth. This information can then be used to assess the capability of the ERP & vendor in terms of being able to address these changes and the cost implication in future.

References 1. ‘Information Technology implementing strategies for manufacturing organisations: A strategic alignment approach’ Chin-Fu Ho 2. ‘Linking manufacturing complexity to choices in CIM Technology’ - Orne D & Kotha S 3. ‘How Information gives you Competitive Advantage’ - Micheal E Porter & Victor E Millar Satish Radhakrishnan is a Consultant with Savoir Faire Management Services Pvt Ltd. Savoir Faire develops cost information systems to support pricing, outsourcing and control decisions using the cost excellence (CE©) model. Email: sfgroup@vsnl.com

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PREVIEW

Inspiring innovations

Mumbai | 17-19 Feb, 2011 Shibani Gharat

aterial handling plays a fundamental role in today’s manufacturing set up. Right from raw material handling to the final dispatch of the product to the end-customers, material handling plays an indispensable role. In a nutshell, an efficient Material Handling Equipment (MHE) increases throughput, controls costs and maximises productivity. While the applications are many, every industry vertical demands a unique set of equipment to store inventories, as well as to dispatch the final product. Justifying the same, Tushar Mehendale, MD, ElectroMech, avers, “Any manufacturing unit, in any sector, requires equipment to handle materials in the factory. Different verticals require different solutions to cater to their MHE needs. Chemical industry, pharmaceutical, construction, electronics, energy, food & beverage, metalworking, metal casting, plastics, aerospace manufacturing, automotive industries – all are dependent on the MHE industry. This reflects the critical significance of material handling in every industry vertical.” Elaborating on how efficient material handling brings profits to the industry, Sudhanva Jategaonkar, Associate Vice President - B2B Publishing, Infomedia18 (A Network18 Company), opines, “Efficient material handling and smart storage solutions are the means for enhancing profitability for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).” In order to cater to the growing needs of the customers and to create an awareness about the gen-X material handling solutions for the industry, Network18 82

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To keep pace with the increasing demands and manufacturing advances, the Indian material handling industry needs to innovate and deliver innovative solutions. HiTech Material Handling is a first-of-its-kind show exhibiting futuristic products & services across the material handling spectrum. A one-stop shop for gen-X material handling solutions, the event is all set to provide a success ladder to one & all... Group is organising a mega industry event in February 2011. The event is aimed at providing a conducive platform for showcasing best solutions that aid in attaining manufacturing efficiency. HiTech Material Handling is a first-of-its-kind event showcasing latest material handling innovations under one roof. From MHEs like forklift trucks and automated logistics systems to innovative and cost-effective ideas in racking, shelving, storage solutions, transport and distribution, packaging; handling system design & warehousing, the event will display the best of new-age material handling solutions. HiTech Material Handling Show will be concurrent with HiTech Automation, under the umbrella show HiTech Manufacturing.

An era of evolution

In the past few years, material handling has become a new, complex and rapidly evolving science. For moving material in & out of warehouse, a variety of equipment and system are in use, depending on the type of products and volume to be handled. According to Vijay Devta, Senior Sales Executive, Safex ElectroMech, some of the newedge technologies in India for MHE are hydraulic conveyors, hydraulic working platforms and material lift, passenger cum material lift in construction industries and in-process industries roller conveyor. Manufacturers have a wide variety of choice in the types of MHE available in the market. To add to this, globalisation and international trade & commerce are propelling competitiveness and driving

the development of novel and efficient material handling technologies in the market. According to Mehendale, the size of the Indian MHE industry is estimated at approximately `5,000 crore and is likely to grow at 20 per cent year-on-year over the next five years, in terms of the overall economic growth. Domestic production and foreign trade are the two growth drivers for this segment.

One-stop shop

HiTech Material Handing will help the entire material handling industry converge on a single lucrative platform that will serve as a foundation for the future growth of this industry. The event will display cutting-edge technology, breakthrough innovations and interactive demonstrations from the leaders in the material handling industry. “HiTech Material Handling showcases the best and the latest in the industry. This show is a must attend for all SMEs. For those who will be a part of this extravaganza, the exhibit will provide tremendous networking opportunities and scope for business generation,” avers Jategaonkar. With this show, the material handling industry will be witnessing a slew of exciting new developments, which, in turn, will help the businesses maximise their Return on Investment (ROI). HiTech Material Handling show is poised to equip India to shape its futuristic aspirations of building a robust innovative material handling equipment industry, with an objective of achieving a world-class position.

Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2010-11

Flying high with bright prospects

Known as the ‘state of businessmen’ Gujarat, is never out of business and investments. Supported by excellent road network, railway connectivity, port proximity, and ofcourse, the most proactive government, the opportunities that Ahmedabad provides for companies to set up their base are aplenty. With increase in the number of investments, companies need to spread awareness about their innovative offerings in the relevant segment. Providing such lucrative opportunities to companies, Engineering Expo Ahmedabad, in its 9th edition is all set to break its own records in generating business. Shibani Gharat

ince time immemorial, Gujarat has been known for its ‘business-friendly’ attitude. Experts have always attributed the growth of Gujarat to its proactive approach towards entrepreneurship and innovations. Its citizens are known for their leadership and entrepreneurial skills, risk-taking abilities and aspiration to explore new avenues of growth. Thriving with booming investment prospects, Gujarat is a state that every company would want to associate with. The reasons are many. First and foremost, Gujarat houses a number of multinational corporations, private sector companies, public sector enterprises and medium & small-scale units. This is not all. The business-friendly policies add to the immense opportunities that the state holds. At the heart of business in Gujarat is the city of Ahmedabad. The city, which pumps in opportunities and growth

prospects in the state, has become a commercial hub of Gujarat. According to figures for September 2009, figures, investment projects worth ` 1,80,000 crore have already been implemented and projects worth ` 4,90,000 crore were under various stages of implementation. Investments particularly in power, gas, ports and infrastructure has given a boost to the progress of the state. When it comes to providing a conducive working environment, Ahmedabad was ranked fifth after Ludhiana, Hyderabad, Bhubaneswar and Gurgaon in a citywise analysis by the World Bank report ‘Doing Business in India, 2009’. The presence of several industrial firms like Adani Group, Reliance Industries, Nirma Group of Industries, Arvind Mills, Claris Life Science, Shell, Bosch and many others, justifies the tremendous business potential existing in Ahmedabad. Many investors prefer this region because of the presence of excellent infrastructure, availability of land, and negligible presence of trade unions. Moreover, the government has made all possible efforts to drive

the growth of industries here. The proposed Delhi-Mumbai industrial corridor, Dholera (special investment region) and Gujarat International Financial Tech (GIFT) city are also expected to fuel the industrial growth of Ahmedabad.

Industrial base Talking of industrial base, Ahmedabad accounts for 21.5 per cent of factories and employs 18 per cent of workers in the state. Of the total industrial productivity of the state, 60 per cent is contributed by the city alone. Ahmedabad is an industrial base for sectors like chemical, textile, drugs & pharmaceuticals, agro and food processing industries. Such promising avenues call for increased awareness about latest product offerings of companies to broader audience. Having been established as an undisputed leader in providing a trade platform to manufacturers and service providers, Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 201011 is stepping into its 9th edition from

Ahmedabad | 10-13 Dec, 2010 Engineering Expo, organised by Infomedia 18, is one of the biggest engineering events in the country. The 2009-10 edition of Engineering Expo saw business transactions worth over ` 150 crore. Launched in Ahmedabad in the year 2002, the event today boasts of a fabulous visitor turnout. The Expo is a preferred destination for SMEs and manufacturing & engineering companies to transact, network, form tie ups, and exchange ideas. The Engineering Expo 2010-11 is scheduled to take place in four cities, starting off at Pune in November 2010 and proceeding to Ahmedabad, Indore and Chennai in subsequent months.

December 10-13, 2010. Abuzz with prospects, the Expo is set to offer a cornerstone for companies that aspire to set up base in and around the city. It would also be an ideal platform for companies willing to strengthen their base in Ahmedabad. Exhibitors are also upbeat on the possibilities that the Expo presents. Talking about the business benefits, Paresh Talsania, Proprietor, Talsania Engineering Works, a Vatva-based company, says, “The return on investment in Ahmedabad is very good. Not only are short-term gains possible, but the long-term business growth is also achievable.” Talsania is participating at the Expo for the first time and is optimistic about creating awareness about the company and interacting with various prospective buyers. Seconding his thoughts, Kailash Katkar, CEO, Quick Heal Technologies, informs, “We expect good number of enquiries from corporates and SMEs, since clients from these segments are expected to visit the show.” In a similar vein, CB Panchal, Director, Modern Power Semiconductor, a five-yearold company based in Vijapur, notes, “Engineering Expo offers us

a platform to advertise and promote our products, and hence, generate more awareness about our company and our diverse range of products.”.

Rendering support to neighbouring cities Ahmedabad plays a vital role in rendering commercial resources and market access for the economies of neighbouring cities. The city of Ahmedabad, which in itself is a successful industrial hub, has also helped trade and industry to flourish in neighbouring cities like Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Surat, etc. Engineering Expo is thus, a platform that brings together decision-makers and visitors from leading industrial centres such as Vadodara, Rajkot, Gandhinagar among others, who are in search of latest engineering solutions to improve business prospects.

An ideal business destination Engineering Expo is a perfect manufacturing & engineering trade fair to display latest products & services. As proved by 1,000+ companies that participated in the previous editions of the Expo, it is one of the most preferred platforms to grow business. Confirms Parag Patel, Proprietor, Samruddhi Industries, who participated in the previous edition of Expo, “We exhibited precision measuring instruments aimed at mechanical, piping and fabrication industries and pharma sector. In a span of four days, we sold more than 500 units of our products. From the number of inquiries we have received, we are sure to have a 10 per cent rise in our business,” says Patel. Garnering such positive responce, the company has decided to be a part of this year’s Ahmedabad edition, as well. This speaks of the might that Engineering Expo has been able to harness in its eight years of existence. Highlighting the performance of the Expo in helping the growth of SMEs, Sudhanva

We exhibited precision measuring instruments aimed at mechanical, piping and fabrication industries and pharma sector during last year’s Ahmedabad edition. In a span of four days, we sold more than 500 units of our products. From the number of inquiries we have received, we are sure to have a 10 per cent rise in our business. Parag Patel

Proprietor, Samruddhi Industries Jategaonkar, Associate Vice President - B2B Publishing, Infomedia 18, (a Network 18 company) that is organising this mega industry event, says, “The brand Engineering Expo is a brilliant example of starting humbly and achieving an enviable feat over the years. We celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of Gujarat and are partners in our customers’ progress. The coming months look promising for the manufacturing sector and we aim to provide more business development opportunities through our Expo.”

Opportunities calling Being an all-inclusive engineering show, Engineering Expo-Ahmedabad will provide an ideal opportunity for the exhibitors from allied sectors in engineering and manufacturing to improve their business prospects. The exhibitors are expected to receive an overwhelming response from the visitors, and hence, generate tremendous business leads and forge new partnerships in Gujarat.

EVENTS CALENDAR

National MUMBAI Concurrent Shows

Pune

Ahmedabad

Maharashtra Nov 19-22, 2010 Auto Cluster Exhibition Ctr, Chinchwad

Gujarat Dec 10-13, 2010 Gujarat University Exhibition Hall

Indore

Madhya Pradesh Jan 7-10, 2011 Maharaja Shivajirao School Grd, Chimanbaug

Chennai

Tamil Nadu Mar 11-13, 2011 Chennai Trade Centre

India’s premier industrial trade fair on products and technologies related to Machine Tools, Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Process Machinery & Equipment, Automation Instrumentation, Packaging & Auxiliaries, IT Products, Electrical & Electronics, Material Handling and Safety Equipment. For details contact: Infomedia 18 Ltd, Ruby House, 1st Floor, J K Sawant Marg, Dadar (W), Mumbai 400 028. Tel: 022-3003 4649/51 Fax: 022-3003 4499 Email: engexpo@infomedia18.in

International PackTech India 2010

An exhibition and conference for the packaging & processing industry to be held along with drink technology India; November 18-20, 2010; at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai For details contact: Himanshu Gupta Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt Ltd 1, Commercial Complex 2nd Floor Sarita Vihar New Delhi - 110 076 Tel: 011-2697 1745 / 1056 Fax: 011-2697 1746 Email: guptah@md-india.com Website: www.packtech-india.com

Autoplas 2010

This will be the first international exhibition on plastic applications in the automotive sector. The event will highlight the vast potential for polymer replacement in the Indian automotive industry; November 26-28, 2010; Autocluster Exhibition Center, Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune For details contact: Mirisch Damani Plexium 86

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Sovereign, Plot No 20 4th Lane, Behind Bank of Baroda Kalyani Nagar Pune - 411006 Tel: 020-2665 0219 / 220 Mob: 09922996167 Fax: 022-2661 5655 Email: info@plexiumindia.com Website: www.plexiumindia.com

Plast Show

The unique feature of this expo is the presence of the entire spectrum of plastic & rubber products manufacturers from tyres to tubes, hoses, industrial components, extruded profiles, moulded goods, latex articles etc; December 03-06, 2010; Akota Stadium, Vadodara, Gujarat For details contact: Sunline Infotech Rajkot, Gujarat Tel: 022-2850 3932 Email: sunlineinfotech@gmail.com Website: www.plastexpoindia.com

Corrupack 2010

This will be an opportunity for players of the Indian packaging sector to elaborate on the potential of the corrugated box industry and generate business contacts;

Maharashtra Feb, 17-19, 2011 Bombay Exhibition Centre

One of the largest advanced design and manufacturing events in India featuring Machine Tools, Hydraulics & Pneumactics, Process Machinery & Equipment, Automation & Instrumentation, Packaging & Auxiliaries, IT Products, Electrical & Electronics, Material Handling and Safety Equipment.

For details Infomedia 18 Ltd, Ruby House, 1st Floor, J K Sawant Marg, Dadar (W), Mumbai 400 028. Tel: 022 3003 4650 Fax: 022 3003 4499 Email: hitech@infomedia18.in

December 10-12, 2010; Hyderabad International Convention Center (HICC), Hyderabad For details contact: M L Agarwal Andhra Pradesh Corrugated Box Manufacturers’ Association 401, Vaibhav Kunj Apartment 1- 2- 605 Tower Tank Bund Road Hyderabad – 500 080 Telefax: 040-27668908 Email: info@apcma.in Website: www.apcma.in

Plastivision India 2011

This event is being designed to help exhibitors and visitors discover the potential markets. It will be the 8th in the series of national exhibitions and seminars organised by AIPMA; January 20-24, 2011; at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai For details contact: Sanjivini Kothare All India Plastics Manufacturers’ Association, Mumbai Tel: 022-2821 7324/7325 Fax: 022-2821 6390 Email:info@plastivision.org Website: www.aipma.net

EVENTS CALENDAR

International IPCC 2010

Plastech West 2011

This show is aimed at presenting the paints, resins, coatings, chemicals, machinery and services of the Middle East since it is among the world’s fastest growing petrochemical markets; December 22-25, 2010; at Tehran International Permanent Fairground, Iran

This international exhibition and conference will serve as a project acceleration resource with new technology, machinery and materials for increased efficiency and reduced costs & wastes; February 8-10, 2011; at Anaheim Convention Centre, Anaheim, California, USA

For details contact: Banian Omid Company, Tehran, Iran Tel: +98 (21) 88720005-7 Fax: +98 (21) 88710252 Email: info@banian.ir Website: www.ipcc.ir

Arabplast This event will be a unique opportunity to the Middle East plastics & rubber industries. It will help exhibitors and visitors to discover the potential in the plastics markets around Middle East, Asia and Africa; January 8-11, 2011; at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Dubai, UAE For details contact: Jeen Joshua Al Fajer Information & Services Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: +971-50-8535820 Fax: +971-4-3403608 Email: alfajer@emirates.net.ae Website: www.arabplast.info

Interplastica 2010 This is an important trade fair for the plastics industry of Russia and its neighbouring countries, focussing on processing equipment, recycling lines and finished plastic goods; January 25-28, 2011; at Expocenter Krasnaya Presnya Fairground, Moscow, Russia For details contact: Messe Düsseldorf Moscow, Russia Tel: +7 495 605 11 00 Fax: +7 495 605 72 07 Email: info@messedi.ru Website: www.interplastica.de

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For details contact: Canon Communications LLC Los Angeles California, USA Tel: +1 (310) 445-4200 Fax: +1 (310) 445-4299 Email: info@cancom.com Website: www.canontradeshows.com/ expo/plastw11

Asia Masterbatch 2011

For details contact: NürnbergMesse GmbH Messezentrum, Nürnberg Germany Tel: +49 (0) 9 11. 86 06-0 Fax: +49 (0) 9 11. 86 06-82 28 Email: ariana.brandl@nuernbergmesse.de Website: www.european-coatings-show.com

Bangla Plast 2011 This international fair seeks to explore the latest inventions & research for the plastics industry. It will suit entrepreneurs in the Indian subcontinent to consolidate and strengthen their business opportunities globally; April 20-23, 2011; at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre, Dhaka, Bangladesh

This programme will cover a number of issues like raw material, machinery, market trends and customer developments to provide an international forum for all companies involved in the Asian masterbatch business; March 28-30, 2011; Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore

For details contact: KMG Business Technology Ahmedabad Gujarat, India Tel: 079 26851511/079 3241 0602 Fax: +91 79 2685 1716 Email: info@kmgindia.com Website: www.kmgindia.com

For details contact: Adele Brown Senior Conference Organiser Applied Market Research Bristol United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 117 924 9442 Fax: +44(0)117 989 2128 Email: ab@amiplastics.com Website: www.amiplastics.com

Interplas 2011

European Coatings Show 2011 The European Coatings Show featuring adhesives, sealants and construction chemicals is one of the leading exhibitions for the international paints industry held every two years. The aim of this exhibition is to bring together all coating professionals under one roof; March 29-31, 2011; at Exhibition Centre, Nürnberg, Germany

An international event aimed at serving the European polymer industry, which will feature the latest machinery & equipment for processing and converting polymers; September 27-29, 2011; Birmingham, United Kingdom For details contact: Reed Exhibitions Companies Surrey, The United Kingdom Tel: +44 20 8271 2134 Email: rxinfo@reedexpo.co.uk Website: www.reedexpo.com

The information published in this section is as per the details furnished by the respective organiser. In any case, it does not represent the views of Business Insights •Technologies•Opportunities

PRODUCT UPDATE

Gearboxes for twin screw extruders

Granulators

Zambello Riduttori Group offers 'TST Series' super high torque gearboxes for twin screw extruders. These gearboxes are designed and manufactured according to the AGMA standards. The gears use the finest quality steel from Europe, after a high precise of grinding, and high technique of heat treatment. The bearings are from SKF (Europe), INA, FAG (Germany), TIMKEN (USA) ond other well-known companies. The TST series is has screw rotating speed of 600-1,200 rpm/min. The case is of top-bottom dissect structure for easy service and maintenance. The company also manufactures gearboxes for twin-screw extruders starting from a centre distance between screws of 21.5 mm up to a centre distance between output shafts over 200 mm. The company’s new system of torque distribution has enabled to increase considerably the output speed (up to 1,800 rpm) and also the density of the transmissible torque (up to 35 Nm/cm3). The TST gearboxes are available in range starting with a centre distance of 21.5 mm (TST 21.5/26 COR) and reach up to 90 mm (TST 90/112 COR).

Yann Bang Electrical Machinery Co offers low speed granulators. The purpose of these granulators are reverse function, low noise, uniform crushed granule, less dust, compact size, easy to clean and convenient & safe operation. These granulators can be used with any kind of small plastic wastes. Plastic materials have the features of expanding when hot and shrinking when cold, so if conducted at unstable temperature or operated wrongly, the mould would face problems such as water wrinkles, shrinking, twist and transform, and bad gloss, and many others resulting in defectives and old waste material. In order to reduce waste, the crushers can crush defectives and recycle them, thus saving cost and protecting environment. Yann Bang Electrical Machinery Co Ltd Taichung - Taiwan Tel: +886-4-2271 6999, Fax: +886-4-2271 1988 Email: yb@yannbang.com Website: www.yannbang.com

Feeding system

Ta Haw Enterprise Co offers nucleating clarifying agent/granule. The company manufactures and trades various kinds of plastic additives. The products are available at competitive prices. The company offers different grades of nucleating clarifying agent/granule to meet different requests from customers. This nucleating clarifying agent/ granule helps to get good effect for resin of high clarity, brightness and good dispersion for PE/PP/PO. The company also offers black masterbatches, white and colour masterbatches, transparent filler/nanometer calcium carbonate filler, flexibiliser/compatibiliser/perfume MB/anti-foam MB, and other functional MB and agent.

ACS Auxiliaries India offers ‘AccuMeterTM series’ continuous loss-in-weight feeding system manufactured by AEC Inc, USA. Pellets, regrind, powders and liquids can be metered into the process, even at very low levels (>50 grams/hour). Its refill system is designed for up to 40 refills per hour, which can significantly reduce system size and cost, especially when used with integral conveying systems. The vacuum receiver can also be used as the refill hopper, to further reduce the overall height of the system. Smaller components allow quick changeover, since less material needs to be drained and fewer components need cleaning. It can feed from 50 g/hr to 16,500 lbs/hr (7,500 kg/hr) and can accommodate up to eight precision feeders per extruder. The system has a cumulative dosing accuracy of ±0.5 per cent and is driven by variable speed DC drive motors. The control system includes an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix™ programmable controller with a PanelView CE 1000™ colour touchscreen.

Ta Haw Enterprise Co Ltd Taichung County - Taiwan Tel: +886-4-2680 5221, Fax: +886-4-2680 4440 Email: tahaw2001@yahoo.com.tw

ACS Auxiliaries India Pvt Ltd Pune - Maharashtra Tel: 020-4014 7575, Mob: 09371 154045 Email: acsindia@corpemail.com

Zambello Riduttori Group Milano - Italy Tel: +39-0331-307 616, Fax: +39-0331-309 577 Email: info@zambello.it, Website: www.zambello.it

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PRODUCT UPDATE

Dispensing system AM Spa offers ‘Servo-Flo® 801-HV’ positivedisplacement, two-component meter-mix dispensing system manufactured by Sealant Equipment & Engineering. It is designed to apply small precision beads and small metered shots of precisely mixed resins and provides longer bead lengths and/or an increased quantity if metered shots. The servo-motor design provides consistent and repeatable bead profiles and a change of flow rate during the dispense cycle. The fixed-ratio design improves production rates, product quality and reduces manufacturing costs in micro-dispensing applications. This dispensing system is designed to provide a variety of preset material-dispensing profiles and dispense results ranging from 0.2 cc up to 18 cc at 1:1 ratio. It can dispense precisely mixed materials for different part configurations in batch or random processes. It can be preset to vary the flow rate during dispensing in automated, indexing, XYZ-motion and robotic processes. The control accepts operator preset material profiles or electronic commands from the automation. AM Spa Mumbai - Maharashtra Tel: 022-26489074; 98339 32265 Email: anjanitewari@amspa.org Website: www.amspa.org

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PRODUCT UPDATE

Switch mode power supply Omron Automation offers 'S8JC-Z' switch mode power supply, which is suitable for all general application needs. This ultracompact switch mode power supply is offered in power ratings of 15, 35, 50, 100, 150, 350 watt and has output voltage of 5, 12 (15 and 35 W), and 24 VDC for all other wattages. The outputs are protected against short circuits, over voltage and overload conditions thus suitable to use in a wide range of applications. Both DIN track-mounting and bottom-mounting models are available for easy installation. Omron Automation Pvt Ltd Bengaluru - Karnataka Email: in_enquiry@ap.omron.com

Extrusion sheet line Oshonic Enterprise offers polystyrene (PSP) foam extrusion sheet line. It uses a tandem screw technology to produce fineblocked cellstructured extruded polystyrene foam sheet with high strength and a pearly and even surface, in a continuous roll, from polystyrene injecting, an eco-friendly blowing gas and additives. It has a userfriendly operating system with inverter controlled driving, digital temperature control and hydraulic screen changer. PSP foam sheet is new type packing with the features of shock proof, sound insulation, heat prevention, damp proof, safety, sanitation and good plasticity. It is used widely in packing food, fruit, electronic product, daily items, hardware products, industrial machinery parts, pharmaceutical & medical products, advertisement board, etc. The characteristics of the product include glossy surface, good cushioning and insulating effect, moisture-proof, anti-corrosion by chemicals, printable, foldable, embossable, moisture and water resistant, tasteless, odourless and non-toxic. Oshonic Enterprise Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 094271 43762 Email: oshonic.enterprise@gmail.com 94

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PRODUCT UPDATE

Extrusion melt transducers & transmitters Adinath Controls offers liquid-filled, capillarydesigned extrusion melt pressure transducers & transmitters from ONEHALF20, Canada. Its design provides an electronic signal, which is proportional to the measured pressure, and allows the transducers to operate at process temperatures of up to 400째C. The electronics of each transducer are a Wheatstone bridge-bonded strain gauge design, ensuring high accuracy, reliability & repeatability. These melt pressure transducers & transmitters are available in two distinct accuracy grades - general purpose grade accuracy (non-linearity) of better than 0.5 per cent FSO and laboratory grade feature accuracy (non-linearity) of better than 0.25 per cent FSO. All these transducers & transmitters are fully compatible with the industry standard wiring pattern and colour coding, as well as offer 100 per cent mechanical compatibility with existing pressure transducers, utilising the 6 pin bayonet connector. Adinath Controls Pvt Ltd Gandhinagar - Gujarat Tel: 02764-286573, Fax: 02764-286574 Email: info@adinathcontrols.com

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Melt flow indexer Multiflo Instruments offers 'Model 4000' series melt flow indexer for plastic processing industry for rheological testing manufactured by Dynisco, USA. Its features and benefits are advanced microprocessor design, ASTM D1238 and ISO 1133-2005 testing standards, self-diagnostics & comprehensive statistical capability, simple push-button RTD calibration, smart keys for easy programming, bright 4-line by 20-character vacuum fluorescent display, Windows™ software for test database and analysis. The 'LMI 4000' melt flow indexer utilises a powerful 32-bit microprocessor to provide test parameter control, self-diagnostics and digital calibration. The on-board computer controls and displays temperature to ±0.1°C using a unique PID control algorithm. Four melt indexer models are offered in the advanced 'Dynisco LMI 4000' series, each with features designed to meet specific application requirements. Multiflo Instruments Pvt Ltd Navi Mumbai - Maharashtra Tel: 022-2778 0880 Fax: 022-2778 0882 Email: sales@multifloinstruments.com

Blown film line Kabra Extrusiontechnik offers blown film line. The three-layer blown film line has 2 x 55 mm grooved feed extruders and a 65 mm extruder for the outer layer. The outer extruder is connected with European PIB liquid injection pump. The plant is equipped with a 300 mm Kabraflex die head and cooling ring. The film is wound on a back to back dual station load cell controlled duplex winder with latest design, which ensures uniform film tension during entire operation. The monolayer film plant with liquid PIB technology are being used for producing stretch cling film. The advanced PIB technology imparts stickiness to the cling film helping it to effectively cling to the product to be wrapped. Kabra Extrusiontechnik Ltd Mumbai - Maharashtra Tel: 022-2673 4822-25 Fax: 022-2673 5041 Email: nivedita@kolsitegroup.com November 2010 | Modern Plastics & Polymers

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Plastic brightner/shiner Plast Fine Polymers offers plastic brightners/shiners/ whiteners for natural transparent, coloured and milky white end products. This is used for adding clarity and gloss finish to natural transparent polymers. It imparts a shining bright finish to end products. This brightner/whitener removes yellowness and dullness from the end product, making it super milky white. This product is used in virgin, second, dull natural or milky white sutli, ropes, twine, reprocessed granules, HDPE-LDPE-PVC pipes & profiles, box strap, PET jars, spoon, container, carry bags, liners, sheet, yarns and other end products. One of the primary advantages of this product is that it also saves excess use of white pigments and titanium dioxide for opaque end products. Plast Fine Polymers Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079-6524 2332 Mob: 098255 87152 Email: plastfine@indiatimes.com

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Laser displacement sensors Banner Engineering offers triangulation laser displacement sensors for noncontact height or thickness measurement of a wide variety of materials such as sheet metal, wood, ceramic, paper, plastic, rubber, foam and baking dough, etc. These sensors provide precise measurement of distance, web thickness and alignment. Applications include hot parts, machined parts, semiconductors and PCBs, shiny or reflective parts, and soft or sticky parts. There are three models in the series, with measurement ranges of 25-35, 60-100 and 100-200 mm. Thickness is measured by two sensors mounted at either side of the target that automatically synchronise with one another. Up to 32 sensors can be easily combined in a mixed measurement network of multi-track displacement or thickness sensors. The dedicated software application included with each sensor allows easy set up, configuration and software accommodates data logging and monitoring for statistical process control. Output communication is via simultaneous 4-20 mA (16 bit D/A) and RS-485 serial connection. Banner Engineering India Pvt Ltd Pune - Maharashtra Tel: 020-6640 5624, Fax: 020-6640 5623, Mob: 9322339208 Email: salesindia@bannerengineering.com

Helical gear boxes Malik Engineers offers helical gear boxes for single screw and twin screw plastic extruders. These gear boxes employ hardened and ground gears, which are designed with adequate safety factors to transmit highest torque requirement without overloading. The gears are supported on axial bearings and the output shaft is bored hollow for single screw extruder and solid shafts are provided for twin screw extruder drive. Single screw extruder gear boxes uses heavy duty spherical roller thrust bearing for absorbing the high thrust loads during extrusion. The specially designed and manufactured axial bearing stack, or tandem bearing stack, is used for supporting output shafts for twin screw extruder application. The gear casing is steel fabricated or in close grain cast iron and accurately machined for precision centering of the gear train. These gear boxes are available for transmitting from 5 HP to 75 HP capacities and ratios 5:1 through 25:1, or as per OEM requirement. Malik Engineers Dist Thane - Maharashtra Tel: 0250-239 0839 Fax: 022-2883 0751 Email: info@malikengg.com The information published in this section is as per the details furnished by the respective manufacturer/distributor. In any case, it does not represent the views of Business Insights â&#x20AC;˘Technologiesâ&#x20AC;˘Opportunities

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Accumeter............................................... 14 Additive masterbatches ......................... 22 Air bubble sheet plant ............................ 6 Air chiller............................................. 21 Air-conditioner parts ............Front gate fold Air cooled sealers .............................. 114 Air dryers............................................. 12 Automation system ............................... 95 Auxiliary equipment .............................. 99 Banking services ..................................... 93 Bed knives ........................................... 45 Bio-degradable masterbatches .............. 22 Blenders .................. Front inside cover, 83 Blending unit ......................Front gate fold Blow moulding machines.............. 77, 116 Blower ................................................ 95 Blowing agents for polymers ................. 43 Blown film line ..................................... 97 Blown film plant................................. 113 Boilers ................................................. 87 Bottom sealing and cutting machine.... 113 Brine chillers ........................................ 97 Calorifiers ............................................... 87 Cast film line ......................................... 6 Castings .............................................. 57 Center seal pouch making machine .... 113 Clean room applications ........................ 9 CNC ..............................Back inside cover CNC horizontal machining centers........ 57 CNC milling machines ......................... 57 CNC turning centers ........................... 99 CNC vertical machining centers 41, 57, 99 Co-extrusion die .................................... 6 Co-extrusions blown film plant................ 6 Colour masterbatches .......................... 15 Compact chiller ............................. 13, 21 Compressed air loader......................... 14 Connectors .........................Front gate fold Control panels ..................................... 93 Converters ........................................... 93 Cooling pads....................................... 87 Cooling tower................................ 12, 87 Core cutter machine ............................ 81

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Counters & power supplies ..................... 5 D punch machine ................................... 81 Data logging software .......................... 93 Dehumidified air dryer ................ 13, 21, Front gate fold Dehumidified dryers ....... Front inside cover Digital panel meter .............................. 10 Dishes .................................... Back cover Dispensing system ................................ 93 Disposables sheets/ articles (eg trays) ...................... Back cover Doctoring rewinder machine ................. 81 Door trims ..........................Front gate fold Dosing & mixing system........................ 95 Double shaft gear box.......................... 91 Drill tap centers ................................... 57 Drip irrigation ...................................... 87 Drum-type slitter rewinder machine ....... 81 Dryers ..................... Front inside cover, 14 Drying & dehumidifying system.............. 95 Electric injection moulding machine gearboxes.............................................. 7 Encoders ................................................... 5 Equipment for plastic processing ........... 11 Exhibition - Engineering Expo....33, 71, 89 Exhibition - Hi tech manufacturing show 59 Exhibition - Plastivision India 2011........ 20 Extrusion coating lamination plant........... 6 Extrusion machineries ..................... 25, 77 Extrusion melt transducers & transmitters ..................... 96 Extrusion sheet line............................... 94 Feeding & conveying units ...................... 95 Feeding system .................................... 92 Financial services ................................. 93 Flame retardant masterbatches ............. 22 Flame retardants for polymers............... 43 Gear box ............................. 8, 91, 98, 102 Gear motor .............................8, 98, 102 Gearboxes for twin screw extruders ....... 92 Geared & flexible couplings.................... 8 Gears.............................................. 8, 91 Granulating & recycling machine .......... 95

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Granulator ..13, 21, 92, Front inside cover Gravimetric blender ............................. 13 Grinder ............................................... 21 Grinding machines............................. 115 Head lamps & tail lamps ..... Front gate fold Heart valve frames ...................16, 39, 67 Heater, cooler mixers and spares .......... 94 Heating & cooling units........................ 95 Helical gear boxes ............................. 100 Helical inline geared motors / reducers ................................ 98 Helical speed reducer........................... 91 High cavitations ..................................... 9 High density polyethylene ..................... 27 Hopper dryer ....................................... 21 Hopper loader ............................... 13, 21 Horizontal machining center ..................... ......................................Back inside cover Hot air dryer.......................Front gate fold ............................... Front inside cover, 13 Hot air dryers........................................... Hot runner system ................................ 95 IML technique ........................................... 9 Induction sealers................................... 114 Industrial control & sensing devices ......... 5 Industrial coolers.................................. 12 Industrial cooling systems ..................... 97 Injection moulding machine .......................... 29, 37, 77, 73, 87, 101, Front gate fold, Back gate fold Injection moulding technologies .......... 116 Injection moulding-general ................... 53 Injection moulding-multi-component...... 53 Injection moulding-vertical .................... 53 Injection moulds................................... 53 Ink adhesive ...................................... 114 Inline shaft mounted helical geared motors/reducers ............. 98 Knobs & switches ................. Front gate fold Lab mixers .............................................. 94 Label adhesion ......................................... 114 Lamination/coating machine ................. 81 Largeflow water heaters ........................ 95

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Laser displacement sensors ................. 100 Lathes.............................Back inside cover Level controllers ..................................... 5 Linear alkyl benzene............................. 27 Linear low density polyethylene ............. 27 Loader........................... Front inside cover Magnetic & non-magnetic metals separators .................................. 19 Material dryers..................................... 83 Material storage units........................... 13 Measuring & monitoring relays ............... 5 Medical moulds ..................................... 9 Melt flow indexer ................................. 97 Metal separators .................................. 19 Milling centers ................Back inside cover Milling machines.................................. 57 Mono ethylene glycol ........................... 27 Mono layer blown film plant ................... 6 Mould changing systems....................... 79 Mould temperature controller.......... 13, 21 Multi-component moulds ........................ 9 Multi-layer blown film plant .................... 6 Multi-station injection moulding machine ............................... 53 Nano mould coatings ............................. 99 Nucleating clarifying agent/granule....... 92 Oil/coolant coolers ................................. 97 Panel air-conditioners ............................. 97 Paperless recorder................................ 10 Parallel & right angle axes gearboxes ...... 7 Parallel shaft helical gearbox ................ 91 Pelletiser (dry cut strand-type) ................ 45 PET blow moulding machine................. 31 PET dehumidified dryers ............................ Front inside cover PET masterbatches ............................... 22 Photo electric sensors ............................. 5 PID controller....................................... 93 Pipe making machine ........................... 53 Pipe shredder....................................... 14 Planetary gear boxes ............................ 91 Plastic brightner/shiner ......................... 99 Plasticisers for polymers ........................ 43 Plastics modification ............................. 43 Polymer auxiliaries................................ 43 Polymer conveyer belt........................... 21 Polymers .............................................. 43

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Polypropylene....................................... 27 Power generation ................................. 99 PP and PE ........................................... 47 PP glass filled comp ............................. 22 PP mineral filled compounds................. 22 PP/HDPE/PET......................................... 6 Precision moulding ..............Front gate fold Precision temperature controls............... 93 Process controllers.......................... 10, 93 Proximity sensors .................................... 5 Purified terephthalic acid ...................... 27 PVC braided hose plant ....................... 31 PVC pipe............................................. 87 PVC suction hose plant ........................ 31 Quick connectors .................................... 17 Quick die change system ..................... 79 Quick mould change system................. 79 Raffia tape lines........................................ 6 Right angled helical bevel geared motors / reducers ..................... 98 Right angled helical worm geared motors / reducers ............................ 98 Robot system ....................................... 21 Robotics .............................................. 96 Robots........................... Front inside cover Roll wrapping machine ......................... 81 Rotary automatic hot colour marking machines........................................... 111 Rotary cutters ....................................... 45 Rotogravure printing machine ............... 81 Sealers.................................................. 114 Safety light.................................................... 5 Segmented barrels .............................. 94 Self adhesive tapes............................... 97 Serving automotives ............................. 99 Shaft mounted speed reducers .............. 91 Shaft type slitter rewinder machine ........ 81 Side sealing and cutting machine........ 113 Single screw and barrel ........................ 94 Single screw and barrel with grooved sleeves ............................ 94 Single screw extruder gearboxes.............. 7 Single shaft extruder gearboxes ............. 91 SME finance ........................................ 93 Solid state relays .................................. 93 Spares ................................................. 45 Special purpose machines .................... 57

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Special refrigeration equipment............. 97 Spiral cum helical gear box .................... 8 Sprinkler system ................................... 87 Sprockets............................................. 91 Stack moulds ......................................... 9 Surface treatment solutions ................. 114 Switch mode power supply ................... 94 Switching relays...................................... 5 Synthetic string plant (sutli plant) ............. 6 System solution .................................... 95 Technical moulds ...................................... 9 Temperature controller................5, 10, 93 Temperature sensors ............................. 93 Thermocouple...................................... 93 Three side seal pouch making machine ................................ 113 Thyristorised power controller................ 93 Timers ................................................... 5 Tool room machines............................. 99 TPE/TPU compounds............................ 22 TPU masterbatches............................... 15 Twin screw co-rotating extruders 16, 39, 67 Twin screw elements .................16, 39, 67 Twin screw extruder gearboxes ..16, 39, 67 Twin screw extruders .................16, 39, 67 Ultrasonic flow meter.............................. 10 Universal input temperature scanner...... 93 Universal masterbatches ....................... 22 Used injection moulding machines ........ 99 UV & PU masterbatches ....................... 22 Vacuum loader .................... Front gate fold Vacuum receiver .................................. 14 Ventilators............................................ 97 Vertical machining center.......................... ............................... 63, Back inside cover Vision sensors ........................................ 5 Water chillers.......................................... 97 Welding guns....................................... 87 WFR.............................. Front inside cover White goods sectors ............................. 99 White/black & colour masterbatches ..... 22 Wire EDM ........................................... 41 Worm gear ............................................ 8 Worm reducer gear box ....................... 91 Worm reducers .................................... 91

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AB Diachem Systems Pvt Ltd T: +91-11-25155456 E: sales@scalewatcher.in W: www.scalewatcher.in ACS Auxiliaries India Pvt Ltd T: +91-20-40147575 E: acsindia@corpemail.com W: www.aecinternet.com Adinath Controls Pvt Ltd T: +91-2764-286573 E: info@adinathcontrols.com W: www.adinathcontrols.com Aerol Formulation Pvt Ltd T: +91-11-25920390 E: sales@aerolgroup.com W: www.aerol.in

Aeromec Marketing Co. Pvt Ltd T: +91-250-2454915 E: hvt@aeromec.in W: www.aeromec.in

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All India Plastics Mfrs Association T: +91-22-28271678 E: marketing@plastivision.org W: www.plastivision.org Allied Solution I Pvt Ltd T: +91-22-42210100 E: cmehta@alliedsolutions.com W: www.alliedsolutions.com Alok Masterbatches Ltd T: +91-11-41612244 E: sales@alokindustries.com W: www.alokmasterbatches.com

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Bharat Fritz Werner Ltd T: +91-80-28395745 E: bfwmarketing@bfw.co.in W: www.bfwindia.com Blend Colours Pvt Ltd T: +91-40-2436 1499 / 2436 0887 E: info@blendcolours.com W: www.blendcolours.com Dongguan Alfa Automation Machinery Ltd T: +86-769-8318-0326 E: info@alfarobot.com W: www.alfarobot.com

Elecon Engineering Company Ltd T: +91-2692-236469 E: infogear@elecon.com W: www.elecon.com

Enercon Industries Corporations T: +91-09600344430 / 91-4344 244303 E: info@enerconasiapacific.com W: www.enerconaciapacific.com Engineering Expo T: +91-9920401226 E: engexpo@infomedia18.in W: www.engg-expo.com

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Advertiser’s Name & Contact Details Exxonmobil Chemical Asia Pacific Pte Ltd T: +65-6885-8277 E: delia_pk.tong@exxonmobil.com W: www.exxonmobil.com Ferromatik Milacron India Ltd T: +91-79-25890081 E: salesfmi@milacron.com W: www.milacronindia.com Forwell Precision Machinery Co., Ltd. T: +886-4-8345-1960 E: forwell@forwell.com W: www.forwell.com Gem Equipments Ltd T: +91-422-3267800 E: sales@gemindia.com W: www.gemindia.com Glaves Corporation T: +91-141-2460324 E: sales@glaves.biz W: www.glaves.biz Haas Automation India Pvt Ltd T: +91-20-32935433 E: sales@haasindia.com W: www.HaasCNC.com Hitech Manufacturing Show T: +91-09820373804 E: hitech@infomedia18.in Husky Injection Molding Systems P Ltd T: +91-22-25706316 E: snair@husky.ca W: www.husky.ca Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. T: +91-22-26424077 W: www.iocl.com Ingeco Gears Pvt. Ltd. T: +91-2717-251551 E: info@ingecogears.com W: www.ingecogears.com Jon Wai Machinery Works Co., Ltd. T: +886-2-2595-4867 E: jonwai.mc@msa.hinet.net W: www.jonwai.com.tw Kabra Extrusion Technik Ltd T: +91-22-26734822 E: nishant@kolsitegroup.com W: www.kolsite.com L & T Plastics Machinery Ltd T: +91-44-26812000 E: handigolg@larsentoubro.com W: www.larsentoubro.com

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T: +91-80-28419500 E: slim@makino.co.in 21

W: www.makino.com Matsui Technologies India Ltd.

T: +91-120-4243862 E: sales@matsuiindia.com 79

W: www.matsuiindia.com Maxim Enterprises

T: +91-09350190601 12

E: mxmcor@gmail.com Neejtech India (Braunform)

T: +91-79-26561312 45

E: info@neejtech.com W: www.neejtech.com Neejtech India (Niigata)

T: +91-9909974224 .BIC

E: contact@niigataindia.com Nu-Vu Conair Pvt. Ltd

T: +91-79-25841181 59

E: nuvu@conairgroup.com W: www.conairgroup.com Ocean Extrusions

BGF

T: +91-79-22902200 E: oceanextrusions@gmail.com W: www.oceanextrusions.com

Omron Automation Pvt. Ltd.

T: +91-80-40726400 E: srirams@ap.omron.com

W: www.omron-ap.com Power Build Ltd

T: +91-2692-231070 53

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T: +91-20-27488886 W: www.premiumtransmission.com Procon Technologies Pvt Ltd

T: +91-79-27492566 FGF

E: info@procon.co.in W: www.procon.co.in Rajoo Engineers Ltd

T: +91-09909988932

Lanxess India Pvt.Ltd. T: +91-22-21729200 E: rekha.kumar@lanxess.com W: www.lanxess.in

MagnumX Polymers T: +91-129-4159729 E: magnumpolymers@gmail.com

E: rel@rajoo.com W: www.rajoo.com Reifenhauser India Marketing Ltd

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S&T Engineers 41 T: +91-422-2590810 E: stycm@stengineers.com W: www.stengineers.com S+S Separation And Sorting Technology Gmbh 19 T: +91-20-26741012 E: makarand.mandke@se-so-tec.com W: www.se-so-tec.com Sacmi Engineering India Pvt Ltd 101 T: +91-2717-250397 E: sales@negribossi.in W: www.negribossi.com Shini Plastics Technologies I Pvt Ltd 95 T: +91-250-3021166 E: jnbhat@shiniindia.com W: www.shini.com Shree Ganesh Converting Machinery 81 T: +91-79-32447499 E: shreeganeshmfgr@gmail.com W: www.shreeganeshconverting.com Shree Radhekrishna Extrusions Pvt Ltd 94 T: +91-79-25842509 E: mail@radhekrishnaexports.com W: www.radhekrishnaexports.com Shyam Plastic Industries 31 T: +91-79-25841459 E: info@shyamplastic.in W: www.shyamplastic.in

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Tech Plaastic Industrie T: +91-44-24829325 E: npd@techplaastic.com W: www.techplaastic.com Toshiba Machine (India) Pvt. Ltd. T: +91-11-43291111 E: dineshelija@toshiba-machine.co.in W: www.toshiba-machine.co.jp Unimark (Maguire Inc) T: +91-22-25506712 E: infomum@unimark.in W: www.unimark.in Unimark (Staubli Faverges Sca) T: +91-22-25506712 E: infomum@unimark.in W: www.unimark.in Werner Finley Pvt Ltd T: +91-80-23289889 E: info@wernerfinley.com W: www.wernerfinley.com Wittmann Battenfld India Pvt. Ltd. T: +91-44-42077009 E: info@wittman-group.in W: www.wittmann-group.com Zambello Riduttori Group T: +39-0331-307-616 E: info@zambello.it W: www.zambello.it

T: +91-22-9821336272 E: info@svi-plasticgrinding.in W: www.svi-plasticgrinding.in Sonal Automation Industries

T: +91-120-2540126 E: sonalelectronics@gmail.com W: www.sonalindustrialelectronics.com Sreelakshmi Traders

T: +91-44-24343343 E: sreelakshmitraders@gmail.com W: www.sreelakshmitraders.com Standard Chartered Bank

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