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EDITORIAL

Planting tomorrow’s plastics!

he role of trees as a prolific and renewable source of raw materials for a host of conversion processes (pulp and paper, building materials) has been well known since many years. In the next stage, now, it is good to see some action taking place in transforming trees and tree-based raw materials to an array of value-added products. These include liquid biofuels and renewable chemicals such as renewable plastics and intermediates. An example of this shift from petroleum based plastics involves an ongoing partnership between Ford and pulp & paper company Weyerhaeuser on a bioplastics initiative. As part of this, the latter supplies waste from its sawmills to the automotive manufacturer to meet its demand for plastics that will in turn make its cars lighter and more fuel-efficient. In this backdrop, a recent report by Nexant sheds more light on the technological and economic potential of various routes to produce plastics from trees. This report explores among other aspects several products and pathways. Importantly, these are compared with traditional fossil-fuel-based routes. Any plastics alternative, not withstanding its green quotient, needs to have the same physical properties, meet the product’s performance parameters and quality standards as well as, match conventional plastics in price. From the Ford-Weyerhaeuser project, it has been found that although the base material for cellulose-based plastics is more expensive than the petroleum derived one, less amount of it is required to create the same amount of parts. Also, the cycle times for plastic parts derived out of wood, from start to finish, are 30-40 per cent faster. Added to this is the advantage for cellulose, which neither retains heat, nor requires as much heat as petroleum during the manufacturing process. Hence, the fuel conserved is both an environmental and cost benefit!

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

However, there remain several challenges before this ‘new-age’ plastics gets ubiquitous application. Some of these include confidence in market about its ability to scale up fast enough for commercial use, use of cellulose as a viable reinforcing agent, and its economics of production, among others. Easier said than done, this current quest to turn plants into a renewable, nonpolluting replacement for crude oil, holds huge promise towards a cleaner and greener future of earth. In order to be successful in this goal, it will be critical to master the art and science of converting plant biomass into a building block for plastics and fuels economically and efficiently.

Mohan K Jain MD, Indoplast & Past President, AIPMA

P P Kharas Chairman, Ecoplast

Raman M Patel

Manas R Bastia manas@network18publishing.com

Chairman, Industrial Products Mfg Co

Vijay Merchant President, Polycraft

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CONTENT S

57 Plasticisers and lubricants ...................... 58

Special Focus

Polymer processing ................44

Polymer Processing

Processing practices ................ 46

Renewable PVC compounds ................ 60

Insight & Outlook Polymer Compounding

Interface: Aditya Tandon ...................... 64 Polyamide-10,10/10,12 ......................... 66

Interface: Tushar Parikh ........ 50

Injection moulding machinery ............... 68 Roundtable ............................. 53 Multilayer vials ....................................... 72 November February 2012 | Modern Plastics & Polymers

Automation Trends Software in polymer compounding: For better integrated automation

Energy Management

Ancillary equipment: Making polymer processing energy efficient

Flame-retardant polymers: Widening the scope for safety in plastics

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Policies & Regulations Strategy Plastic waste reduction: Re‘cycling’ towards the ‘green route’

Tips & Tricks Efficient polymer processing: Steps to ensure efficient polymer processing

Event Preview Engineering Expo Chennai 2012: Offering a competitive advantage

Event Report

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Delcam Asian Technical Summit 2012: A showcase of tomorrow’s technologies today

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Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012: Epitomising entrepreneurial excellence

In Conversation With

Hemant Minocha Director, Rajiv Plastic Industries

Highlights of Next Edition Special Focus: Plastics in Packaging Insight & Outlook: Plastics in Automotive/Transportation

REGU L AR SEC T ION S Editorial ................................. 9 News, Views & Analysis ...... 28 Projects ................................. 96 Tenders ................................. 98 Event List........................... 100

Book Review ...................... 110 Products.............................. 112 List of Products.................. 126 List of Advertisers .............. 130

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Toshiba buys L&T Plastics Machinery Japan’s Toshiba Machine is buying one of India’s largest injection moulding machine producers, L&T Plastics Machinery, in a move to expand its presence into the market of growing importance to Japanese firms. The investment is a part of the company’s expansion plans. It is opening an injection moulding machine factor y in Thailand and has a facility in China, in addition to Japan. Larsen & Toubro claims that it is selling the plastics machinery business as part of its strategic road-map to exit non-core businesses and rationalise its portfolio. S Raghavan, Senior Vice President, Larsen & Toubro and Head- Machinery & Industrial Products Unit, said, “We are a fairly large technology, engineering, construction and manufacturing company, whereas, plastics is a much smaller business in our wide portfolio. Moreover, even the smaller players (in the injection moulding machine market) are manufacturing electric injection moulding machinery, whereas we are focusing on hydraulic based injection moulding machinery.”

Coca-Cola partners with JBF to acceralate PlantBottle packaging The Coca-Cola Co has partnered with Mumbai-based JBF Industries Ltd to further expand production of the plant-based material used in the company’s PlantBottle packaging. To support this partnership, JBF Industries Ltd will build the world’s largest facility to produce bio-glycol – the key ingredient used to make PlantBottle packaging, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The facility intends to produce the ingredient using locally sourced sugarcane and sugarcane processing waste. Construction on the new facility is expected to begin at the end of this year and will last for 24 months. It is estimated that the facility will produce 500,000 metric tonne of material a year. By using plant-based materials instead of non-renewable materials, the facility

CIPAD inducts Arvind Mehta in the committee One of the Indian plastics industry’s stalwarts, Arvind M Mehta has been inducted in the Executive Committee of the Council of International Plastics Associations Directors (CIPAD). For the first time, an Indian has been elected in the committee, during a CIPAD meeting held in Italy. Mehta was elected as the Executive Director out of four seats. The committee will be headed by the US and rest each from The Europe (Germany ,UK), Africa (South Africa) and Asia (India). Currently, CIPAD represents 64 plastics Association Directors acting in 49 countries f rom five continents. The Association strives to establish and maintain a permanent communication network among

Frascold opens new plant in Gujarat Frascold India Pvt Ltd (FIPL) opened its new plant in Ahmedabad. The carpet area covering 17,000 sq ft will house stocks of compressors, spares, and condensing units parts, imported from Frascold SPA, Italy. The company will manufacture products such as

will remove the equivalent of 690,000 metric tonne of carbon dioxide or the equivalent of consuming more than 1.5 million barrels of oil each year. Ronald J Lewis, Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, Coca-Cola, said, “Today, Coca-Cola has sold more than ten billion PlantBottle packages around the world that are less dependent on petroleum and have a lower carbon impact. We are pleased that our partnership with JBF Industries Ltd will help us further expand global production.”

Arvind Mehta

Plastics Associations Directors throughout the world. Mehta is the Chairman of National Advisory Board of Plastivision India 2013. He has also led various leading plastics associations and has represented India on eminent international platforms.

condensing unit assembly, that will be the same in quality as produced by the parent company. The installed capacity for these models would be 7,500 pieces per annum. The new plant will also have a service centre with testing facility, so that FIPL can deliver service compressors with test certificate and warranty.

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The plant aims to provide quality product to the customers within a short span of time. R Selvaraj, Director, FIPL said “There is huge scope for growth in this segment. Keeping in mind this rising demand, this new plant is set up.” The company produces compressors for the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Avani Jain

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GSPMA & IPI Ahmedabad hosts seminar on plastics processing Gujarat State Plastic Manufacturers’ Association (GSPMA) and Indian Plastics Institute (IPI) Ahmedabad Chapter recently organised a technical seminar ‘Plastics Processing – Moving to the next level’. The occasion was chaired by N K Balgi, Director, Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt Ltd. The distinguished guests included Bhargav Joshi, Deputy General

Manager (Sales & Application), Bosch Rexroth (India) Ltd; Sanjiv Parikh , Senior Manager (Sales & Marketing), Prasad Group and Bhavesh Patel, Head, KEBA. This was followed by the question and answer session. The event saw the presence of students and well-known people from the industry. The speakers made presentation on various subjects such as powering the plastics machinery, economy

through automation by way of auxiliary equipment and making life easy through modern controls. Rajiv Trivedi, Chairman, IPI Ahmedabad Chapter and Vice President (Marketing), Prasad Group said, “This seminar talked about how automation, modern controls and effective utilisation of energy can lead to good productivity and excellent quality products. This was very different from all other seminars.”

Borealis introduces new tailored PE for irrigation

Borealis and Borouge, the Austrian company’s Joint Venture ( JV) with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, have launched Borstar Aquility, a new family of PE products for drip irrigation applications. Designed to eliminate the need to blend multiple grades, the Borstar Aquility range consists of HE3408, a pigmented one-pack product and ME3407, an un-pigmented single polymer which can be mixed with colour master batch. The claimed benefits of cutting out the blending step include minimising quality variation, reducing material handling and simplifying inventory management. The high melt strength allows processors to achieve high line speeds and thin walls which makes it easily weldable, making it suitable for use with in-line dripper insertion technologies. Hugo Hammar, Application Marketing Manager, Borealis said, “Pipe producers benefit from the production ease and efficiency as well as the added value of offering irrigation solutions that can ultimately make a positive contribution to the global food and water crisis.” 30

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SABIC endorses Indian petrochemical industry’s growth potential

Reliance to buy BP’s Malaysian petrochem plant BP has agreed to sell all its interests in Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) production in Malaysia to Reliance Global Holdings Pte Ltd (Reliance). The agreement concerns BP’s 100 per cent equity in BP Chemicals (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (BPCM), located at Kuantan on the eastcoast of Malaysia. Reliance has agreed to purchase BP’s interest in BPCM for $ 230 million in cash and anticipates completing the transaction in 2012.

Abdullah Saeed Bazid speaking at India Chem 2012

SABIC expressed its confidence in India’s petrochemical industry growth opportunities, and its commitment to continue strengthening its market presence, at India Chem 2012. Abdullah Saeed Bazid, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Planning and Janardhanan Ramanujalu, Vice President and Regional Head, South-Asia & Australia, represented SABIC at the event. “India’s petrochemical and chemical industries have significant strategic growth aspirations and potentials. The industry has the potential to grow up to $ 300 billion by 2020,” announced Bazid, as he outlined strategic enablers for the industry’s growth. He further elaborated on the strategic importance of India to SABIC. In his speech, he said, “As a global market leader in petrochemicals, SABIC has enjoyed strong double-digit growth in India driven by its GDP, population, urbanisation, and key industry sectors in automotive, construction and electrical & electronics. As we further our growth in India to serving customers for long-term success, we remain firmly committed to contribute positively to both the economy - the petrochemical and chemical industry.”Bazid asserted, “In addition to appropriate supporting policies & infrastructure, a combination of new local petrochemical production and imports will be required to meet the future demand growth of the market .” Avani Jain

Nick Elmslie, Chief Executive, BP Petrochemicals, said, “BP has a major, global PTA business, with around onefifth of global PTA production capacity and a track record of leading technology. We will continue to concentrate our PTA strategy on deploying new technologies into high growth markets like China, where we are in the middle of a considerable expansion programme and in OECD markets where our technology gives us an advantage and high utilisation rates. We are also building new revenue streams by licensing our PTA and paraxylene technologies.”

Autodesk appoints new MD for operations in India and SAARC Autodesk has appointed Pradeep Nair as Managing Director, who will be responsible for the overall strategy and growth of Autodesk’s business across India and SAARC region. He will look after all of the company’s industries & product segments and build strategic partnerships across the region, which will be a key focus area for the new MD. Prior to this, Nair at IBM Software Group (SWG) was heading the company’s software business for India and South-Asia as the Director of SWG. He also led IBM’s Developer Relations and Academic Initiatives that drove mass-market adoption of IBM technology among India’s significant developer and student communities.

LyondellBasell launches new family of polypropylene catalysts LyondellBasell has launched a new family of fifth-generation nonphthalate catalysts for Polypropylene (PP) production. These catalysts will be sold under the existing Avant trade name and complement the company’s well-established third, fourth, and fifth-generation Ziegler-Natta PP catalysts. “This new family of catalysts will further extend our offering in that field, targeting the full range of PP products

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Pradeep Nair Patrick Williams, Autodesk Senior Vice President, Asia-Pacific and Emerging Markets, commenting on the appointment, said, “On behalf of Autodesk, I welcome Pradeep Nair to the company. India is one of our key markets and we look forward to continued growth and success under his leadership.” and applications. This development aligns with a continued market interest in using existing fifth-generation diether and succinate catalysts for a range of product applications. For example, there is a market trend to extend the use of diether catalysts, already the established benchmark for the production of polymers used in spun-bond fibre, high-melt flow impact copolymers and random copolymer, to also produce BOPP and raffia grades,” said Jim Seward, Director, LyondellBasell Catalyst & Licensing Business.

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SPE elects Vijay Boolani as Global President for 2014-15

Vijay Boolani

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has elected Vijay Boolani, Programme Chair, SPE India as the President Elect of SPE Global for the term 2014-15. In the past, Boolani has served SPE Global in the capacity of Honourary Secretary, Honourary Treasurer as well as Vice President. This is the first time in SPE’s 70 years of legacy that an Indian has been elected for the Presidential position.

ANTEC® Mumbai to hold discussions on nano-scale carbonaceous materials The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) organising the first ANTEC® conference in Mumbai will hold discussions on nano-scale carbonaceous materials in its New Technology Forum, from December 6-7, 2012, at the Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel, Mumbai. The organising committee of the New Technology Forum consists of Sadhan C Jana, University of Akron; Prithu Mukhopadhyay, IPEX Technologies and Arup Ranjan Bhattacharya, Indian Institute of Technology. Six papers will be presented during the Forum focussing on various aspects of the topic. Following the announcement, Sadhan C Jana added, “The topic of this Forum has been much talked about already in the US and The Europe via a number of international conferences. However, our Forum is uniquely positioned in that it combines materials science knowledge of graphenes and carbon nanotubes with those of polymer materials science and engineering. In view of this, we expect some degree of international interest specifically from polymer product developers and processors.” Sweta M Nair

The 6th International TPE Conference to be held in Pune PLEXIUM, in association with Chatsworth Group, Singapore, has announced dates for its 6th International Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) conference in South and SouthEast Asia, which will take place during December 4-5, 2012, at Hotel Westin, Pune. The conference identifies the growing potential of TPEs, which is one of the fastest growing polymer families. Additionally, the venue city is also one of the fastest growing Indian cities attracting a lot of foreign investment in automotive, auto components, appliance and FMCG sectors. The two-day international conference will have around 16 presentations from renowned global

Eastman Introduces new Polyethylene Terephthalate Polymer Eastman chemical company has announced the addition of AspiraTM One polymer to its portfolio of resins. Carrying resin identification code 1 (RIC 1), AspiraTM One is tailored specifically for Extrusion Blow Moulding (EBM) processes and packaging applications such as clear handle-ware and large-size bottles. As a new Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) polymer, it provides an optimal balance of recyclability, product performance, production efficiency and aesthetics versus alternative polyester resins available to the EBM market. Aspira TM One polymer boasts of four key attributes desired by

Colorant Chromatics expands production capability in Shanghai Colorant Chromatics, a subsidiary of PolyOne Corporation has announced plans to expand production and service capabilities at its Shanghai facility. In response to its growing demand, the global specialist in colouring and formulating high-temperature polymers is making the improvements so as to help customers improve operational and

speakers, who would share their insights about the key global trends in TPE arena and how India is positioned to benefit from the same. As part of the inaugural session at the conference, Dr Krishna Venkataswamy, Senior Global Technology Director, GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, Polyone Corporation (USA), will deliver the keynote address on ‘Thermoplastic Elastomers - Innovative Specialty Materials’. On December 4, 2012, an evening session allowing delegates to network with the speaker fraternity, exhibitors, and sponsors will also be conducted at the international conference. Apart from the knowledge-packed conference, table space would be provided for exhibitors interested to showcase their products and technology. leading bottle converters and brand owners like sustainability, design flexibility, bottle strength and process efficiency on existing EBM platforms. The polymer is sustainable, as it is compatible in the PET recycle stream. Hence, Aspira TM One received resin recognition f rom the Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR) in July 2012 for meeting the PET Bottle Critical Guidance Document protocol. The addition of AspiraTM One to Eastman’s portfolio fits in well with the company’s other offerings, as the company has a long history of providing innovative packaging solutions for the food, beverage, cosmetics, medical and consumer markets. supply chain efficiencies and increase profitability. As stated in the company’s press release, advances such as state-of-theart equipment for production of specialty colour concentrates and formulations will reduce lead times for customers as well as create a comprehensive, centralised sales and development facility to meet growing demand in China and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

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Styrolution launches cutting edge innovations in masterbatches for automotive applications

bioplastics MAGAZINE, has unveiled names of five finalists for the 7 th Bioplastics Award. Prior to shortlisting, the submissions were reviewed by a panel of independent judges. The most promising entries were finalised based on innovation, success and achievements by manufacturers, processors, brand owners or users of bioplastic materials. The shortlist (in random order) include Clps (pronounced as klips, which is a flexible and modular presentation applicable at point of sale, sales campaigns, presentations, shop designs & fairs) by Full Circle Design, bioplastic steering wheel and airbag showcase project by TAKATA AG, GDH-B1 (the market’s first compostable elastomeric bioplastic) by Green Dot Holdings, bio-based tailgate of a racing car by Institute for Bioplastics and Biocomposites (IfBB) and ‘bioline’ (100 per cent biodegradable toys that can be recycled by applying a special two-component injection moulding technology) by Livemold Trading. In accordance with the award’s scheme, the proposed company/ product/service has to be developed or has been in the market during 201112, to be considered eligible. The winner will be announced during the 7th European Bioplastics Conference on November 6, 2012, in Berlin, Germany.

The front grill on the Skoda Yeti is made f rom Styrolution’s Luran® S SPF30 Styrolution, the world’s leading styrenics supplier has announced that automotive manufacturers and suppliers, such as Volkswagen (VW ), Skoda and Magna, have selected Styrolution’s Luran® S SPF30 for various pre-coloured applications for automotive exteriors. The product utilises a new Ultraviolet (UV ) stabilisation technology and provides major improvements in colour fastness & surface quality for components such as the front grills on the new Golf 7, mirror triangles on the VW Up, and the front grills on the Skoda Yeti. Luran S SPF30 belongs to the Luran S product line and a part of Styrolution’s Specialties portfolio. Luran S grades are based upon Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA) copolymers and offer a broad range of exceptional properties, including high thermal stability, good chemical resistance & excellent resistance to weathering, aging and yellowing. Luran S is therefore, used in applications with exposure to extreme conditions.

Weyerhaeuser Company uses new additives for thermoplastics Weyerhaeuser Company, a global leader in cellulose fibre technology and sustainable forestry, recently announced the launch of a proprietary, patentpending form of thermoplastic composite that uses sustainably sourced cellulose fibre as a reinforcement additive, called TM THRIVE . The product will initially be used in household goods and automotive TM parts. In addition, THRIVE can be used in a variety of composite plastic applications, including office furniture,

BASF showcases thermoplastic composites

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kitchenware, small and large consumer appliances, and other industrial goods. TM THRIVE composites offer several advantages over materials reinforced with short glass fibres or natural fibres such as sisal, hemp and kenaf. The product is available in masterbatch form for custom compounders and readyto-mould thermoplastic pellets for moulders. TM “ THRIVE composites are economical, widely available and of low mass, yet demonstrate excellent tensile strength and flexural properties,” said

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BASF has established a multimaterial lightweight composites team that is studying the potential of epoxy resin, polyamide and PUR plastic matrix systems in continuous-fibre reinforcement employed in resin injection techniques such as Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) which are meant for mass production. The continuous-fibrereinforced thermoplastic composite from BASF is used in the seat pan of the new Opel Astra sports coupe, OPC, which was launched at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012. The plastics used here is polyamide specialties from BASF’s Ultramid® range. The automobile has the distinction of being the first mass produced vehicle to incorporate an automobile seat pan manufactured from plastics belonging to BASF’s Ultramid polyamide range.

Don Atkinson, Vice President, Marketing and New Products, Weyerhaeuser’s Cellulose Fibres business. “These composites can improve moulding cycle times up to 40 per cent. Products made TM with THRIVE require less energy to produce and can reduce wear and tear on processing equipment when compared with those containing abrasive short glass fibres. These substantial benefits create significant advantages for companies looking to reduce their carbon footprints, while enhancing performance and productivity.”

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Malvern uses rheological methods to investigate polymer biodegradability A recent webinar f rom Malvern Instruments has documented how rheological methods have been used to investigate biodegradability of biopolymers, such as Polylactic Acid (PLA). The results show how rheological measurements made in the laboratory provide information about

Centre for biopolymer science unveiled in Kerala India’s first Centre for Biopolymer S cience and Technolog y (CBPST) was inaugurated at Kochi, Kerala, jointly by M K Alagiri, Union Minister for Fertilisers and Chemicals, and Oommen C h a n d y, Chief Minister, Kerala. This Centre is a unit of the Central Institute of Plastic Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Chennai, and will be conducting Master of Science in Biopolymer Science and doctoral programmes in the field of Biopolymer Science and Technology in collaboration with Cochin University of Science and Technolog y. The capital outlay of ` 30 crore for setting up the centre would be shared equally between the Central and State Governments. About 20 students would be admitted to MSc course and 12 to doctoral programme at the centre, which will function at the temporarily hired and renovated premises of the Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore (FACT). Alagiri said, “With the support of the Kerala Government, a fullfledged CBPST campus will be established in 2-3 years. The Centre would favourably consider the State’s requirements in this sector.”

the kinetics and thermodynamics of polymer breakdown, helping accelerate the development of products that meet defined biodegradability criteria. Due to its close resemblance to traditional petroleum-based commodity polymers in terms of cost and performance the use of PLA is gradually growing. As this biopolymer is produced from crops, it offers the advantage of lower environmental impact and

biodegradability. However, the lifecycle analysis of PLA, in applications such as food packaging, relies on understanding the mechanisms of product degradation, post use, and most importantly, the factors that will accelerate it, or indeed slow it down. The webinar entitled ‘Using rheology to assess the biodegradability and compostability of Polylactic Acid’ can be downloaded free-of-cost from Malvern’s official website.

Ferromatik Milacron India organises Open House Ferromatik Milacron India (FMI) recently held an Open House at its Vatva based manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad. The event saw over 600 visitors including plastics processors, suppliers, processors’ associations, educational institutes, polymer producers and distributors from India and abroad. Visitors took this opportunity to witness the live demonstration of FMI’s India built highperformance injection moulding machines, which were the main focus of the event. On the first day of the Open House, FMI launched Maxima Servo 3200 T, which is India’s largest injection moulding machine. It is a two-platen injection moulding machine with robust and compact design. The machine offers lower operating cost, reduced foot print and greater flexibility in terms of clamp stroke and daylight. The end-application segments of this machine include automotive, consumable durables, large house ware products, pallets, furniture, industrial products, trash bins, etc. FMI also launched Nova Servo which is a new generation energy efficient injection moulding machine. This machine is a new generation high speed toggle injection moulding machine that is available in a range of 50 T to 200 T. The end-application segments of this high performance machine include electrical, writing instruments, automotive and caps & closures. Elektron 450 T, the largest India built all-electric injection moulding machine was also launched. This machine is considered to be a Green machine because of the benefits offered. The machine is highly energy

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efficient, fast & precise, clean & quiet and environment-friendly. Its application segments are medical, packaging, electricals, electronics & communications, etc. Shirish Divgi, Managing Director, FMI, said, “The new product shall expand our market footprint and help our customers become more competitive with energy efficiency as its focus. The large tonnage Maxima Servo 3200 T machine is a landmark achievement in FMI journey so far. This machine was developed within the time span of six to eight months. FMI is the leading manufacturer of plastics injection moulding machines in India serving the entire gamut of plastic applications at 40 countries across the world including the US.” Divgi noted, “There is huge opportunity in the automtive sector. Even the demand is increasing in medical and packaging segment. Thus, all the industry segments are growing at a fast pace and we believe that the entire range of products which are displayed at this Open House can help us achieve minimum 20 per cent growth by next year.” Avani Jain

IN CONVERSATION WITH: Hemant Minocha

“With the plastics applications growing, the opportunities are infinite” …observes Hemant Minocha, Director, Rajiv Plastic Industries, as he highlights the intricacies of succeeding in this sector and elucidates the state of affairs in India. He expresses that this is an exciting time for the industry as several new developments are on the anvil. Excerpts from an exclusive interaction with Lionel Alva…

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Hemant Minocha

What are the major advancements with additives & masterbatches in the Indian context?

How has your companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey been so far in India?

What are the major R&D initiatives that you have undertaken?

The Indian masterbatches and additives sector has shown itself to be highly dynamic. Several developments are happening, especially in the Indian context. The latest advances are mainly focussed on enhancing the shelf-life of products, besides biodegradability and Ultraviolet (UV) stabilisation. In the latter case, the focus has been be on testing and getting the right properties for the customer which is a somewhat arduous task. Besides, some developments are seen among nucleating and clarifying agents. These are to improve the clarity and impart a higher degree of crystallinity to polymers, which can be close to that of polystyrene or polycarbonate. Some work has also been done on nanomaterials in India even though there is an extensive focus on nanomaterials abroad. Currently, we are working on nano-graphite and nano-silver. Nano-silver is used primarily for antimicrobial applications and nanographite is used for conductivity and insulation applications.

Rajiv Plastics was started by my father in 1978. He started off with making three-coloured machines. We had another company where filtering machines were used for colouring plastic materials. My family has been involved in the plastics business since 1952. In 1981, we started making colour masterbatches. I joined the business in 2001. We were the first in 1981 to make masterbatches for polystyrene, etc, while other companies were working on polyethylene. We are also the first in India to make masterbatches for engineering plastics. We bought our first twin-screw extruder in 1994-95. Later, in 2001-02, we acquired our first mega compounding machine from Germany. We started production at our Silvassa factory in 1998, Mumbai factory in 1978 and Pune factory in 2007. We began supplying to the automotive industry in 2002 and have not looked back since then. The business both in India and abroad has grown by leaps and bounds. We carry significance not only in India, but also on international shores.

Can you share some recent developments made in thermoplastics?

What are the significant challenges for the plastics raw materials industry in India?

While still in its infancy, nanocomposite could turn out to be one of the biggest things to hit the plastics domain in decades. Nano-graphite could particularly help with thermoplastics. The focus is on developing applications such as electrical component manufacturers or switch manufacturers that offer complete and absolute resistance from fire. Basically, most of these are linked to construction applications, which will prevent a house from catching fire. Some specialty polymers offer peak or long-term thermal resistance exceeding 250Â°C; excellent mechanical strength and toughness; dimensional stability; low outgassing; resistance to hydraulic, automotive and industrial fluids & solvents; low coefficient of thermal expansion; creep resistance and into the bargain electrical property stability; flame retardancy; as well as radiation resistance.

I believe that someone with the intent of setting up an industry must be having the basic infrastructure, such as power, water supply and land. Gujarat is an exception case, since it has done well in this regard, whereas other states have certain intrinsic problems. In the masterbatches industry, it is difficult for a trained individual, and even if new personnel are trained, retaining them is a problem. Acquiring skilled labour for the masterbatches industry is by far the biggest problem after these infrastructural issues. Labour is also expensive. The masterbatch industry here is fragmented. New companies come up every now and then; further, since acquiring machinery is not difficult, but only a handful of new companies are organised and/or skilled at what they do. Moreover, some large manufacturers are still entering the market.

We are doing a lot of Research and Development (R&D) on UV stabilisation and conductivity. Considering that the focus now is on the shelf-life of a product when it is exposed to different elements. We have three different types of equipment tests. However, it is important to understand the criteria of an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) customer or maybe an automotive customer since their requirements vary greatly. For example, an automotive manufacturer might want us to check how much the colour of a plastic material changes over time. Hence, our in-house equipment tests will show how a product will look after a period of time, depending on how much it is exposed to sunlight, humidity and various other environmental conditions. These conditions are taken as parameters that influence the life cycle of a product. We put a lot of effort into this and most of our R&D goes into trying new pigments and new additives in order to enhance the life of a new product. Ours is the first company to come up with the granite and marble effect or the wood finish effect on commodity items such as plastic chairs.

How do you envisage the growth of the Indian masterbatches industry? The masterbatch industry is expanding and growing fast in India. Indian manufacturers have improved to a great extent, so much so that a number of leading players worldwide are sourcing their materials from India. Some of our clients are manufacturers from Europe as well. Therefore, we are competing with the world leaders. We currently sell to 30-40 countries across the world. Technology wise we are not behind, quality wise we are at par and flexibility wise we are good. Today, we have worldclass manufacturers in India, and with the plastics applications growing, the opportunities are infinite. Email: sweta.nair@network18publishing.com

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Processing practices: R&D initiatives for metal-free processing .............................................................................................. 46

Interface: Tushar Parikh, Director, Neoplast Engineering Pvt Ltd & Â Vice Chairman, Indian Plastics Institute-Ahmedabad Chapter .................................................................. 50

Roundtable: Is the quality of polymers imported for processing in India upto global standards?............................. 53

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STRATEGIES LOWER IMPORTS, HIGHER PRODUCTION

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The Indian polymer industry is heavily dependent on imports, with the major reason being lack of indigenous technologies for producing quality products. This poses a serious challenge to domestic raw material manufacturers. Avani Jain highlights the strategies companies can adopt to generate higher domestic production and thus reduce imports.

he Indian plastics industry has made noteworthy achievements since its inception, with the production of polystyrene about five decades ago. The industry is growing at the rate of 12-15 per cent per annum , in the last few years. This means that the demand for raw material is growing at same rate. Today, petrochemicals are a vital input for all critical sectors of the economy, including agriculture, infrastructure, automobile, construction, consumer goods, telecommunication, packaging and healthcare. By the end of this year, India is projected to be the third largest consumer market for plastics, with a consumption of about 12.75 Million Metric Tonne (MMT) per annum.

Reasons for high polymer imports Polymers have registered rapid growth, in the last few years. Polymer 44

consumption in India has historically grown at twice the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The huge demand has attracted investment, which has led to a massive increase in capacity in the country. This has, in turn, resulted in progressively reducing our dependence on imports. However, still a large amount of raw materials is imported. Rajiv Vastupal, Chairman and Managing Director, Atlantis Products Pvt Ltd, expresses, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of the total raw material consumed in the country, about 30 per cent is imported. One of the main reasons for this is low availability of raw material at the time when the processors need it. Another reason is that there are a lot of price fluctuations in the domestic market, so the processor feels safe to import at a fixed price. Also, the technologies employed for the production of quality polymers does not match the advanced technologies employed in other parts of the world. â&#x20AC;?

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Since 2006-07, there is a surge in imports, wherein Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE) dominate the scene. Accelerated reduction in import tariff on polymers has been the major factor in increasing the imports, and this has posed as a severe challenge for domestic players. Another reason is that the economic reforms initiated in 1991 brought in major changes in the structure of the domestic petrochemicals industry. De-licensing and deregulation allowed the market forces to determine growth and investment. Liberalisation of trade policies and lowering of tariffs enabled the domestic industry to compete with the

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global petrochemicals industry, which was ahead in terms of quality of raw materials produced and the technologies employed to manufacture various products. Further, plastic raw materials are imported freely under Open General Licence (OGL). Obviously, companies are freely importing materials from other countries. Further, the final plastic product depends heavily on the quality of raw materials available with manufacturers. The Indian quality is not up to global standards; hence, the plastic processing companies have to import from foreign countries such as Europe and Germany. It seems that the dependence on imported polymers has not changed in the past years, with manufacturers having difficulty in finding options in the domestic market. In such a scenario, European polymer suppliers stand to benefit as they operate on a much larger scale than their Indian counterparts.

Technology advancements for reducing imports Various steps can be taken for reducing the imports and generating higher domestic production. Vastupal notes, “New petrochemical complexes need to be set up for which more benefits should be provided. New industrial belts must be allotted by the government, giving land at lower rates and passing more benefits in the initial stage, ie, in terms of partial/ full wavier by the government for a fixed duration. Further, new technologies should be adopted, which can also help increase production.” The latest technologies in plastics help in better detection of the material according to specific requirements. The latest technology used in the raw material production machinery ensures that more customisation can be achieved. This can also help increase domestic production, as processers will be able to obtain quality raw materials from domestic suppliers. Moreover, for polymer machinery manufacturers, advancements in plastics technology can provide scope to adopt internationally accepted standards and higher customer satisfaction. New resins,

additives and fillers are entering the market, which can enhance the material properties without causing much change in price. Also, as compared to the conventional single-crew machine, twinscrew extruders and gravimetric feeders can take a lead with higher output, better quality of raw materials. M M Biswal, Business HeadPolymers, Loxim Industries Ltd, notes, “The right technologies will result in cost and operating efficiencies. At the same time, product quality will also be good, and lead to high domestic production. This would directly affect polymer imports.” Along with advancements in technologies for manufacturing quality raw materials, it is important to ascertain the requirements of the polymer supply chain across the country. This can further define the growth of the plastics industry in the country and reduce dependence on polymer imports. Biswal avers, “The need of the hour is an effective polymer supply chain management so that the raw materials reach the customers in good shape. Also, polymers are spoiled easily due to moisture and water. Therefore, extra care must be taken during manufacturing as well as the transportation.”

New industrial belts must be allotted by the government, giving land at lower rates and passing more beneﬁts in the initial stage, ie, in terms of partial/full wavier by the government for a ﬁxed duration. Rajiv Vastupal Chairman & Managing Director, Atlantis Products Pvt Ltd

Growth opportunities The future is bright for the polymer industry as the usage of plastics will be increasing at a high rate. Thus, the latest technology in polymer processing needs to be supported well with adequate infrastructure, in order to increase domestic production and reduce dependence on polymer imports. Manufacturers are willing to innovate and bring quality up to international standards, but without adequate power and land availability, it would be difficult to take the expansion plans forward. Therefore, every step should be taken by companies as well as the government for increasing the domestic raw material production in order to reduce imports. This would be directly beneficial for the industry and the economy at large. Email: avani.jain@network18publsihing.com

The need of the hour is an effective polymer supply chain management so that the raw materials reach the customers in good shape. Therefore, extra care must be taken during manufacturing as well as the transportation. M M Biswal Business Head- Polymers, Loxim Industries Ltd

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SPECIAL FOCUS: Processing practices

R&D INITIATIVES FOR METAL-FREE METAL -FREE PROCESSING PROCE SSING Despite rapid growth in the Indian polymer processing industry, it is currently facing strict regulatory norms due to presence of heavy metal content in polymers and their harmful impact on the environment. Avani Jain highlights the use of heavy metals in polymer processing and R&D required to tackle this problem.

he consumption of Indian polymer products is on the rise. Polymer consumption is expected to double in the next three years, as products by Indian manufacturers are well priced as compared to those by European manufacturers. Amit Puri, Director, Alok Masterbatches Ltd, notes, “The supply and availability of raw materials is high in the market, so the industry is expected to grow. However, the next few years will be challenging for polymer producers and the entire polymer market itself as due to the growing environmental concerns, processors will demand not only quality but environment-f riendly products as well. This will call for new R&D initiatives.”

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in various applications. If we talk about plastic packaging, then concentration of heavy metals should be limited in order to reduce their potential health and environmental impact resulting from their possible migration from the packaging material into the product which is packed and also to ensure that such substances are not released into the environment, for example, in emissions or ash when packaging is incinerated, or in leachate when packaging is landfilled. Thus, at present, the demand is growing for safe and hygienic packaging for food, beverages and medicines. Globally, companies are approaching these opportunities with their unique and high-performance offerings through engineering polymers.

Initiating strong R&D practices Impact of heavy metals The presence of metals in various polymers is an important problem considering the extended use of these 46

While earlier, manufacturers were sceptical of using the latest technology, this trend has given way to extensive Research & Development (R&D)

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in the field of polymers, leading to advent of the latest machinery in the country. The industry is gearing up towards reducing the pollution caused by the plastics industry. These days, as the industry is also questioned about the usage of heavy metals during polymer production, a lot of R&D initiatives are taken to reduce the usage of these metals in the processing method. Taking Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) as a case study, the heat stability of PVC is poor. When the temperature reaches 140°C, PVC starts decomposing. Its melting temperature is 160°C. The linear expansion coefficient of PVC is small and has flame retardancy, and the oxidation index is 45 or more. “Therefore, addition of a heat stabiliser during the process is necessary to ensure the product’s properties,” notes Dr Harindu Vyas, President (Technical & Development), Signet Industries Ltd. The heat stabilisers are used as

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The next few years will be challenging for polymer producers and the entire polymer market itself as due to the growing environmental concerns, processors will demand not only quality but environment-friendly products as well. Amit Puri Director, Alok Masterbatches Ltd

Diverse agents have been used including, conventionally, derivatives of heavy metals (lead, cadmium, etc). In order to reduce or stop the use of these heavy metals in polymer processing, strong R&D initiatives are necessary. Dr Harindu Vyas President (Technical & Development), Signet Industries Ltd

additives to minimise the loss of HCl, a degradation process that starts above 70°C. Once dehydrochlorination starts, it is autocatalytic. Dr Vyas avers, “Diverse agents have been used including, conventionally, derivatives of heavy metals (lead, cadmium, etc). Other alternatives for heat stabilisers for use in PVC applications include calcium-zinc, barium-zinc, magnesium-zinc, magnesium aluminium hydroxide carbonate hydrate and magnesium zinc aluminium hydroxide carbonate. In order to reduce or stop the use of these heavy metals in polymer processing, strong R&D initiatives are necessary.”

Regulating metal-free processing Monitoring of the heavy metals restricted within the plastics industry, such as cadmium, lead, mercury, chromium and arsenic is an important aspect of environmental protection. The body responsible for most of the stringent new regulations is the European Union. EU Directive, 91/338/EC, sets the maximum allowable concentration of cadmium in plastics used for consumer goods at 100 mg/kg. The broad Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive eliminates the use of cadmium in electronic products. The End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV ) Directive bans the use of lead, cadmium, mercury, and hexavalent chromium in products without specific exemptions. In the US, California’s Proposition 65 bans the use of cadmium. The aim of all these regulations is to reduce the use of heavy metals at source, and then recycle as much as possible to avoid the problems associated with disposal. In order to comply with these new regulations, plastics manufacturers require precise and repeatable measurements of additives – at all stages of the production process. Given the rigorous demands of new regulation, X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) has emerged as the optimal solution for elemental analysis of heavy metals in plastics.

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A vibrant future Polymers play an important role in the plastics industry due to their 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. With increasing R&D undertaken in European countries like Germany and Asian countries like India, Korea and China, engineering polymers have promising growth prospects. Moreover, high-performance polymer products, which can replace metal and offer weight and cost reductions to customers, while also meeting the functional requirements of the application, have excellent growth prospects. If adequate steps are taken or alternatives found to eliminate the heavy metals usage in the polymer manufacturing process, the industry can climb to new heights in the years to come and be free from the various regulations imposed. Thus, the need of the hour is R&D initiatives to ensure consistent and metal-free processing of polymers. On this, Puri notes, “The pace of innovations in the polymer industry is commendable and the Indian polymer industry is showing enthusiasm towards adoption of latest technologies; moreover, exposure to international standards and quality has ensured that plastics find application in more areas, which were earlier dominated by metal and wood. Thus, manufacturers in the segment offer highly customised products according to the specific requirements of their customers. ” Last but not the least, polymer science has evolved immensely over the years. It is still evolving in order to produce new materials for advanced applications. Further, when it comes to developing new materials, today, more emphasis is placed on ensuring consistent and metal-f ree polymer processing techniques. Email: avani.jain@network18publsihing.com

SPECIAL FOCUS: Inter face - Tushar Parikh

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rising raw material prices is a serious concern for the industryâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;Śopines Tushar Parikh, Director, Neoplast Engineering Pvt Ltd & Vice Chairman, Indian Plastics Institute-Ahmedabad Chapter. In a conversation with Avani Jain, he outlines some of the leading innovations in the polymer processing machinery segment, recent trends and the challenges faced by the industry.

How is the Indian plastics industry faring at present? Since the beginning of this financial year, the Indian plastics & polymers industry is facing a difficult time due to various reasons. Especially, in the latter half of this year, the industry has been witnessing extreme price fluctuations, mainly price rise. The primary reason for this is the devaluation of the Indian rupee against US Dollar. This has highly impacted the polymer demand, which has reduced considerably.

What are the leading innovations making headway in polymer processing machinery? Due to high labour costs and shortage of manpower, the polymer processing machinery manufacturers are pushed to develop machines facilitating higher output. This is the scenario of the domestic and global polymer processing machinery manufacturers. Another trend is that when we talk about the higher output machines, then automation becomes an obvious need. Hence, polymer processing machinery manufacturers have reacted 50

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to this demand and have developed machines with complete automation facilities. These two factors have also led to an increase in energy efficiency, thereby reducing the energy cost. Due to the aforesaid points, even the cost of the polymer processing machinery has reduced over the years.

What are some of the R&D initiatives of your company? Present competitive markets have compelled machinery manufacturers to focus on producing quality products. Hence, we have developed high-output machines with fully automatic feeding system right from the raw material unloading into storage silos up to feeding the polymer to multiple lines of main mother machines.

What are the challenges faced by the Indian plastics industry? The major challenge faced by the Indian polymer processing machinery manufacturers is the high cost of domestic machines as against their Chinese counterparts. Often, the machines from China are cheaper, so the customer is lured towards those machines. Although the customer is sceptical of the quality of Chinese machines, they tend to buy those. In these circumstances, Indian processors

need to work hard to make their machines cost competitive against the Chinese ones.

What are the reasons for heavy reliance on polymer imports in the country? The domestic polymer supply is not consistent throughout the year. Normally, an Indian processor plans well in advance for raw material procurement for the next 2-3 months. But since the availability at the right time is always an issue, the Indian processor is more confident about the delivery from the overseas raw supplier. Due to this, the first priority is always given to overseas raw material supplier rather than domestic manufacturers.

What is your future outlook for the Indian plastics & polymer industry? Although the industry is facing a temporary slowdown, the future of Indian plastics industry appears brighter in future. This is because the demand is constantly and steadily growing since last several years. However, rising raw material prices is a serious concern for the industry, but I am positive that this issue will soon be resolved. Email: avani.jain@network18publishing.com

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quality polymers processing India global standards?

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The Indian polymer industry is often questioned for the quality of products manufactured and supplied. Keeping this in mind, Avani Jain speaks to some industry experts to find out whether the quality of raw materials produced within the country matches the global standards. Atul H Kanuga Vice President, Indian Plastics Institute, and Director, Sudeep Industries

The quality of raw materials, ie, polymers produced in the country are more or less matching global standards, and many companies are producing good quality raw materials. We also have the technologies to produce good quality materials. There are only few instances, where the quality is not up to the global standards, but we are more or less on par with the global players. Despite this, the country has to import polymers. This is because the domestic demand is high and only few companies manufacture raw materials within the country. Also, the few companies who manufacture raw materials have increased the price of the polymers drastically, thus leaving no option for the processors and forcing them to import raw materials. Moreover, the demand for polymers is high in India and the domestic companies are unable to fulfill this demand, hence the preference for imports.

Parag Parikh Proprietor, Universal Colorant Company

The quality of polymers produced in the country is not at all matching the global standard, and there are numerous deviations as compared to raw materials produced by the companies outside India. For example, the Melt Flow Index (MFI) of polymers produced by the companies within India shows much larger variations than the raw materials produced by global companies. Further, there is lack of technologies for producing good quality products. In such a case, the polymer processing companies mainly imports the raw materials f rom global companies, which offer quality products at reasonable prices. Also, since demand is high in the country and Indian manufacturers are unable to meet this, the companies tend to import raw materials. Thus, due to lack of proper technologies and machinery, the supply of raw materials is inconsistent and not on par with the global standards.

Dr Premal Vashi Director-Engineering Plastics, Som Shiva (Impex) Ltd

The availability of high-grade polymers is the primary requirement of the industry and the final products depend heavily on the quality of raw materials used. However, in India, there is lack of quality raw materials. The polymers or raw materials produced in the country are not matching the global standards due to a number of reasons such as proper processing technologies, machinery required, and many more. With regard to specialty polymers, the quality of products manufactured by the domestic companies is not good. Thus, the companies often import raw materials from the global players. For example, the demand for nylon in India is 50,000 kilotonne per annum, but the domestic production is not sufficient to meet this high demand, besides the quality is also not good. Further, there are only few companies that supply quality raw materials to processors.

Editorial take: Email: avani.jain@network18publishing.com Often the quality of raw materials/polymers produced within the country does not match very high global standards. Thus, companies should use the right manufacturing technologies to produce better-quality raw materials for reducing dependence on polymer imports.

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FACILIT Y VISIT: Trelleborg Sealing Solutions

Forging futuristic designs for quality sealing solutions With an aim to tap the vast potential of the growing plastics industry in India, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has inaugurated its new facility at Bengaluru. This indicates a clear foray of the Swedish giant into India and the growing importance of the Asia-Pacific region. Lionel Alva assesses various facets of the engineering plastics industry and identifies the trends driving it forward.

uch of the lucre of the plastics industry is owing to innovations in engineering plastics that has paved the way for use in new areas of applications. Today, it is considered to be the material of choice for several key applications in aerospace, automotives, constructions and infrastructure. With new manufacturing technologies replacing older ones and cost-effectiveness becoming the mantra of modern-day competitiveness, plastics has been quick to replace various metals such as aluminium. Plastics is about 50 per cent lighter in weight than aluminium. With India poised to become an automotive hub and automotives being one of the biggest consumers of engineering plastics, there exists enormous untapped potential. An average car possesses about 500 different parts made from plastics. It is also used for light fittings, upholstery and interior body design of a modern car. Some estimates

indicate that a small gear can be made out of a suitable plastic material for about one per cent of the cost of a machined metal and one and a half to two-thirds of a cast metal one.

Material solutions On the basis of its physical characteristics, different types of plastics are available â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thermosets, elastomers and thermoplastics. Elastomers have a high degree of elasticity and once shaped, these cannot be reshaped by heating. These are also called engineering plastics and find application in automobile tyres. These are more expensive in per unit weight and possess high heat resistance, greater mechanical strength, rigidity and flame retardancy. Thermoplastics become soft upon heating and harden upon cooling. On the other hand, thermosets become permanently hard and rigid upon heating. For example, thermoplastics such as

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Polyethylene (PE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) and Polystyrene (PS) find use in packaging applications and are also called commodity plastics. Thermosets are used to make light switches. Sealing solutions are especially critical for the success of plastics in engineering applications and form a niche market. With the inauguration of a newly constructed facility in Bengaluru, India, Trelleborg is looking forward to consolidate its position in the AsiaPacific region and develop, manufacture and supply high-performance sealing solutions for aircraft, off-highway equipment, trucks, passenger cars as well as for industrial applications. The facility is part of the Trelleborg Sealing Solutionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; long-term business strategy.

Understanding the potential Investment is a part of Trelleborgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continued long-term strategy to invest in

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markets with favourable growth potential. Using proven leading-edge development and manufacturing processes, the site will focus on a broad range of advanced sealing solutions. The facility will serve the requirements of Trelleborg’s existing customers by providing local support and supply to their Indian plants, and just as importantly, to local manufacturers. “We believe that India has highly favourable long-term growth opportunities and our strong global platform will be further reinforced by this facility. This unit continues our commitment to the growing manufacturing sector within India. Demand for high-performance sealing solutions is favourable in offhighway equipment, automotive and other industrial segments as well,” avers Peter Nilsson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Trelleborg. The strategic location of the new plant in Bengaluru will help in tapping the demand for seals for a good number of construction equipment Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) having manufacturing set up in the vicinity. Trelleborg is planning to develop customised sealing solutions jointly with the OEMs through convergence of their and its own Research and Development (R&D) knowledge. Development of new high-end technologically advanced products will be facilitated through this state-of-the-art facility.

One-stop shop for all needs Trelleborg has three facilities in India,

in Bengaluru and Noida. These develop, manufacture and supply hydraulic & pneumatic sealing systems for fluid power, automotive and aerospace, among others. In addition, there are eight regional sales and support offices to effectively promote the local market, as well as a centre of excellence for engineering & design in Ahmedabad. Trelleborg employs about 1,000 personnel in India. Further, sales in 2011 reached SEK 490 M. Continuing expansion in India, a new Trelleborg Engineered Systems facility was inaugurated in Bengaluru. This new facility is complete with storage, manufacturing and testing laboratory and marketing office. Using proven leading-edge development and manufacturing processes, the site, which covers a total of 12,000 sq m (120,000 sq ft), will focus on a broad range of advanced sealing solutions in Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), polyurethane and special materials.

India has highly favourable long-term growth opportunities and our strong global platform will be further reinforced by this facility. Demand for high-performance sealing solutions is favourable in off-highway equipment, automotive and other industrial segments as well. Peter Nilsson President and Chief Executive Ofﬁcer

State-of-the-art infrastructure With the present strength of more than 250 dedicated employees in India, the company is striving towards achieving its goals for the future. The state-ofthe-art manufacturing facility located on the Bannerghatta Main road, South of Bengaluru, houses the latest machines and equipment such as SPMs, furnaces and presses required for machining of highperformance seals for export as well for local consumption. Trelleborg’s leading position is based on advanced polymer

technology and in-depth know-how of the applications. Trelleborg develops high-performance solutions that seal, damp and protect products in demanding industrial environments. It aims to be considered as the manufacturer of choice for providing quality solutions. Since seals and sealing systems find application in almost all major segments in the Indian industry, Trelleborg’s customers include all major quality conscious equipment manufacturers in India.

Future focus Trelleborg is planning to market its static and dynamic sealing solutions to material handling and earthmoving equipment, as these require higher uptime during the operating phase, in order to make the operations viable for the users. Its advanced PTFE seals will extend the maintenance schedule of the equipment that will deliver value. The company will also be supplying antivibration systems. A worker examines the automatic storage and inventory system

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INSIGHT & OUTLOOK

Polymer Compounding Plasticisers and lubricants: Reducing costs, enhancing quality ............................................................................................... 58

Renewable PVC compounds: Eco-friendly solutions for better processing ................................................................................ 60

Interface: Aditya Tandon, Director, Classic Polymers & Resins........................................................................64

Polyamide-10,10/10,12: Ensuring high performance Mandar Amrute, Market Development Manager, Arkema India Dr Guillaume Desurmont, Asia General Manager, Speciality Polymides, Arkema .............................66

Injection moulding machinery: Standards for performance-based selection Hardik Patel, Senior Engineer Design & Development, Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt Ltd ......... 68

Multilayer vials: Enhancing drug functionality Dr Wolfgang Dirk, Product Manager, Gerresheimer Plastic Packaging ............................................ 72

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INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Plasticisers and lubricants

REDUCING COSTS, ENHANCING

QUALITY

Polymer compounding has seen several advances in recent years, with polymers finding increasing use in new cutting-edge applications. Polymer compounding has established itself as being a highly complex endeavour demanding a great degree of precision. Lionel Alva assesses the role of plasticisers and lubricants in the ever-evolving polymer compounding process.

olymers are used in pure form since these often require chemical modification to achieve optimum properties and promote noninherent performance. Some of these include improved resistance to oxidation, high temperatures, flammability, impact loads, surfactants, ultraviolet radiation as well as modification of a wide range of other properties. The process of adding essential ingredients to polymers to achieve these results is termed as compounding. Compounding is crucial since it has a significant impact on the physical, mechanical, chemical and the final appearance of the end product that relies

greatly on the degree of precision involved in the compounding process. With the advent of multinational companies in India, a discernible change was noted in the approach towards polymer compounding. This led to the inception of masterbatch additives, lubricants and other aids to enhance the polymer compounding process. Hitherto, the polymer compounding process has been regarded as the most demanding aspects of plastic processing and requires constant technological augmentation. Plasticisers and lubricants enable improved compound processing characteristics, while also providing flexibility in the end-use product. The selection of plasticisers and lubricants in compounding applications is done vis-Ă -vis a cost-to-performance evaluation and on the basis of compatibility as well as end-user characteristics.

Need for better compounding

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Generally, it is seen that a slight change in the formulation of different additives such as plasticisers, fillers, stabilisers, lubricants and colourants make the Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) compound versatile, and its properties are greatly enhanced according to the formulation. The most prominent application of plasticisers and lubricants is with PVC. PVC inherently has processability and thermal stability poorer than those of other commodity plastics, eg, polyethylene and polystyrene. However, PVC has a unique ability to be compounded with a wide

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variety of additives, making it possible to produce materials in a range from flexible elastomers to rigid compounds, materials that are virtually unbreakable with a notched Izod impact greater than 0.5 J/mm at -40°C, materials that are weatherable with good property retention for over 30 years, compounds having stiff melts and little elastic recovery for outstanding dimensional control in profile extrusion, or low-viscosity melts for thin-walled injection moulding. PVC is considered a thermoplastic and due to its low thermal stability, its nature of applications has been limited. However, with plasticisers and lubricants there has been a marked difference in thermal stability and mechanical properties that led to opening of new vistas for the use of PVC. “With international players entering the market, capricious exchange rate scales and fluctuating oil prices have proved detrimental to cost structures. This has led to an increased emphasis on innovation in the polymer compounding process within existing technology parameters, while ensuring quality levels. Thus, organisations in India have undertaken research and development endeavours to achieve an optimum mix. Here, the role of plasticisers and lubricants is integral to creating customised products, while ensuring precision and minimising manufacturing costs to the extent possible,” avers Anand Desai, Manager, Makers Polyfilms Pvt Ltd.

Circumventing the challenges Since price volatility is a key area of a concern, it is pivotal to formulate the compounding mix to the greatest degree of precision. During the compounding process, it is essential that all ingredients added to a polymer remain in the compound such that they assure functionality. Thermal degradation and excessive shear action may selectively degrade different additives. It is imperative that processes are developed and validated by functional testing of the final compound. Mixing processes must be carefully controlled to ensure consistent quality. Variations in compound quality can have an adverse

and varying impact on components prepared from the compound. Moreover, manufacturers must ensure that absolute attention is given to the broad-based objectives of the compounding process. Lubricants added to the polymer to reduce the shear rate during processing, especially when an inorganic material is being added. If the shear level gets too high, thermal damage and polymer chain scission can result. The lubricant must be selected properly to avoid its decomposition or adverse effect on the polymer compound. Common lubricants include fatty alcohols (C14-C18), fatty acid esters (C14-C18), dicarboxylic acid esters (C14-C18), fatty acid amides (C16C18) and esters (C26-C32). Lubricants also prevent hot PVC from sticking to metal surfaces during processing. These are a must with suspension resin compounds but have a much lesser role in plastisol. Stearic acid, waxes including high-molecular-weight waxes and many complex esters are commonly used. The dosages are low – 0.1-0.3 PHR.

With international players entering the market, capricious exchange rate scales and ﬂuctuating oil prices have proved detrimental to cost structures. This has led to an increased emphasis on innovation in the polymer compounding process within technology parameters. Anand Desai Manager, Makers Polyﬁlms Pvt Ltd

Process optimisation Lubricants and their correct selection play a vital role in processing. Too little and the melt becomes sticky, hangs up inside processing surface and starts degrading. Too much of lubrication results in the melt slipping on the extruder screw, thus reducing production rate. Overlubrication inhibits gelation and prevents full physical properties from developing. Metallic soaps such as lead stearate and calcium stearate have stabilising as well as lubricating action. Plasticisers are added to thermoplastic compounds to improve flexibility, increase the acceptance level for inorganic additives and aid in processing, such as melt flow reduction. Khagen V Mehta, Founder Member & Partner, Deesha Impex, says, “Plasticisers and lubricants go a long way in achieving the desired results during the compounding process. In recent times, developments in mixing technology have also enabled further performance improvements.” Email: sweta.nair@network18publishing.com

Plasticisers and lubricants go a long way in achieving the desired results during the compounding process. In recent times, developments in mixing technology have also enabled further performance improvements. Khagen V Mehta Founding Member and Partner, Deesha Impex

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INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Renewable PVC compounds

BETTER PROCESSING

A varied assortment of unconventional applications is driving the polymer processing industry today. Advancements in polymer compounding technology have resulted in developments in processing techniques that are also environment-friendly. Lionel Alva explores the implications of using renewable Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) compound and its impact on the environment & cost structures.

n recent times, the polymer processing industry has taken great strides towards opening up new vistas in terms of varied and unconventional applications. In particular, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) has played a remarkable role in creating avenues in novel applications showcasing the versatility of plastics as a material. Leading in terms of innovations is ‘engineering plastics’ – a term that delineates the mélange of myriad plastics that are used in numerous engineering applications. Engineering plastics includes critical applications that require a high tensile strength, fluidity, light weight and thermal resistance. Thus, plastics is considered as a

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sort of panacea for applications ranging from those in aerospace to construction and even agriculture. Evidently, new research endeavours are towards making polymers more environment-f riendly and biodegradable. This has also brought to the fore environmental concerns resulting in several methods that will pave the way towards making the polymer compounding process more eco-friendly. Consumption figures this year are expected to rise to almost 13 Million Metric Tonne (MMT) and pose a big challenge to the manufacturing industry within the country.

Assessing PVC potential PVC has an excellent cost-to-benefit ratio when compared to other polymer resins. It is considered as the most widely used thermoplastic in existence PVC is used in manufacturing of end-use products for a wide range of applications in the consumer, construction, food and medical industries. Products made with PVC exhibit good impact strength, stiffness and strength-to-weight ratio. PVC products offer good dimensional stability at ambient temperatures, resistance to chemicals and oils, durability and non-flammability character. PVC is a polymer consisting of 43 per cent hydrocarbons and 57 per cent chlorine. This characteristic gives a natural advantage when it comes to fossil fuels supply, mainly ethylene. With the increasing prices of oil, alternative routes to produce ethylene have become more attractive. One of these is the so-called bioethylene route or ‘green route’, ie, generation of ethylene from ethanol obtained from sugarcane. “PVC is widely used in the construction industry among many other engineering applications in diverse sectors. Currently, PVC production is

Renewable PVC compounds

Renewable PVC compounds will reduce the dependence on oil while lending a sense of stability to the industry, but this needs concerted efforts from both the industry and the government. Ashim Chugh Director, LGF SYSMAC India Pvt Ltd

PVC is considered as the most versatile of engineering plastics. It offers ﬂexibility and requires little maintenance, and the use of renewable PVC compounds only serves to further add to its advantage while allowing manufacturers to maintain robust cost structures.

considered an expensive endeavour, and only few organisations in the country enjoy economies of scale for PVC production. Renewable PVC compounds will reduce the dependence on oil while lending a sense of stability to the industry, but this needs concerted efforts from both the industry and the government,” asserts Ashim Chugh, Director, LGF SYSMAC India Pvt Ltd. Moreover, the longevity of PVC in several applications is well chronicled. Apart from its lifecycle advantages, it offers enhanced durability as well as tensile strength.

Changing market dynamics The market dynamics that is leaning towards renewable PVC compounds follows the recent trend where vegetablederived materials are becoming increasingly competitive versus the conventional petroleum-based products. The cost of soybean oil has recently seen significant increases, but even in this scenario, vegetable-derived materials are presenting a cost advantage over petroleum-derived materials. The longterm competitiveness of vegetable-derived plasticisers will depend greatly on the price differential between petroleum and oilseeds. These two markets are not directly related as they depend on significantly different drivers. According to many analysts, there is a clear indication that the petroleum price will continue to rise through 2010, stabilise until 2013 and then rise again in the following years. In a recent evaluation on oilseed markets, the expected trend is upwards, but no conclusion was drawn on the maximum forecasted price or the expected long-term effects. It seems that for the oilseed prices, as the renewable fuels increase in diversity, their participation in the overall demand will be influenced more by the energy demand, moving to a dynamic pattern similar to petroleum in the long term.

Functional feasibility

Rakesh Dubal Chief Executive Ofﬁcer, Aditya Plastics

Soybean oil and epoxidised linseed oil are two major raw materials through

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which a renewable PVC compound can be produced, both rigid and flexible. The behaviour of renewable PVC resins is same as that of conventional resins, since the building blocks – ethylene and chlorine – have the same specifications in both cases. In the past and recent years, researchers have found that epoxidised esters obtained from the transesterification of various alcohols with vegetable oils were fully compatible with PVC resins, as much as well known phthalates such as DOP or DINP, with the added advantages of improved UV resistance and higher thermal stability. Good compatibility has also been observed for the acetylation of castor oil. These materials have been extensively tested in recent years and used commercially for many applications. The freedom of choosing the alcohols and vegetable oils offers a wide range of possibilities. “PVC is considered as the most versatile of engineering plastics. Over the years, it has forayed into several new areas of application with buildings and construction being the most prevalent. It offers flexibility and requires little maintenance and the use of renewable PVC compounds only serves to further add to its advantage while allowing manufacturers to maintain robust cost structures,” avers Rakesh Dubal, Chief Executive Officer, Aditya Plastics.

Towards greener pastures It is possible to have a completely renewable PVC compound and it is economically competitive when compared to petroleum alternatives. Further, Research and Development (R&D) efforts are underway to pave the path for a more feasible method of production, but the initial results and the rapidly evolving agricultural & industrial technologies indicate that renewable PVC compounds are not only viable, but they also arise as a natural evolution in the direction of a more sustainable PVC supply chain. Email: sweta.nair@network18publishing.com

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Inter face - Aditya Tandon

“Today, automotives depend heavily on plastics” …observes, Aditya Tandon, Director, Classic Polymers & Resins. He highlights the key requirements of the masterbatches and additives sector, while providing insights into the dynamic Indian raw materials industry and how it can compete with global players, in an interaction with Lionel Alva. What are the latest developments in additives and masterbatches? When it comes to the additives and masterbatches industry, there have been several developments since it is a highly dynamic and challenging industry. Recent times have seen several innovations in additives and masterbatches that have paved the way for its foray into unconventional application areas. It must be noted that several manufacturers offer tailor-made products to their customers. There have been developments with regard to better UV resistance, antimicrobial properties, Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) specialty additives, flame-retardant properties, scents, antifog properties, chemical foaming properties, etc. These have allowed for increased tensile strength in lightweight engineering plastics and better impact resistance. Moreover, these have led to the use of plastics in critical applications in which earlier only conventional materials like metals were used. This has allowed for a change in perception of the plastics industry and plastics as a material being a more versatile substance. Our AARKAYMID’® range of engineering plastics is being used by modern engineers for replacement of metal components to their advantage in the process of yielding significant mechanical operational synergies and for virtually maintenance-free operations of equipment.

What are the critical applications driving the demand for engineering plastics? Engineering plastics such as Polyetherimide (PEI), Polyphthalamide (PPA) and Polyphenylene Sulphide (PPS) 64

have allowed for smoothening of the entire manufacturing process due to several manufacturing processing becoming redundant when it comes to plastics, thereby resulting in tremendous cost savings for manufacturers. Today, automotives lean heavily on plastics wherein everything from the interiors to other critical engine components utilise plastics. It is a less labour-intensive, highly malleable material that has high tensile strength even at lower density allowing for lighter, more fuel-efficient cars that offer both durability and an enhanced end-user experience. are designed specifically for use in high operating temperature environments. Resins such as Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and various Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCPs) are also capable of withstanding extremely high temperatures. High-performance plastics also meet stringent outgassing and flammability requirements. While the automotive industry has been at the forefront of developments for engineering plastics, it has made its way into applications such as aerospace, construction, electronic, machinery and agriculture. However, new applications for plastics are being discovered every day and plastics is becoming all the more ubiquitous. Today, even critical components such as fuel tanks are being replaced by plastics because it offers improved characteristics and a vastly elongated lifespan as compared to metals.

How cost-effective is engineering plastics compared to metal in manufacturing? Plastics is a versatile material in terms of applications. Recent developments

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How do fillers, reinforcing agents and chemical additives enhance the functionality of engineering plastics? Polymer resins can act as a matrix for a wide range of particle and fibre additives. Polymers can be reinforced with glass, minerals and both conductive and nonconductive graphite fibres to meet a diverse range of mechanical, physical, chemical, thermal and electrical requirements. While certain fibre additives provide additional strength, others address electromagnetic and radio frequency shielding. Additives can also be used to increase flame retardency, to improve lubricity or, in case of pigments, simply to change the colour of the final product. But other properties, such as its specific gravity, hardness, refractive index, dielectric strength, conductivity, chemical resistance, UV and flame resistance are also critical in deciding which recipe of resins, fibres and additives will be selected for a particular project and in determining the mix during the polymer compounding stage. Email: sweta.nair@network18publishing.com

INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Polyamide-10,10/10,12

Ensuring

HIGH performance

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High-performance polyamides such as polyamide 11 & 12 are increasingly used for high performance applications like under bonnet fuel application systems, off-shore marine applications, low-temperature sports applications as well as for photovoltaic applications. This article describes Polyamide (PA)â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10,10 and 10,12 their comparison with PA-11 and PA-12 and their characteristics & applications. Mandar Amrute & Dr Guillaume Desurmont

olyamides (PA)-11 and PA-12 are increasingly becoming popular with automotive manufacturers for the under bonnet applications, in particular for the fuel delivery system. The popularity is due to the combination of superior mechanical properties chemical and corrosion resistance, in which engineering polyamides such as PA6 or traditional materials like metal and rubber are lacking. In the current global scenario PA-11 and PA-12 are witnessing high demand due to increasing number of new applications with more dynamic and robust requirements. There are few manufacturers who manufacture these polymers worldwide and companies like Arkema have developed PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 as alternatives to high performance polyamides PA-11 and

PA-12. One can study and apply the PA-10,10 or PA-10,12 for most of the PA-11 and PA-12 applications without sacrificing performance and with same or even in some cases, lower cost. The materials also offer the biobased advantage as these are made from renewable energy resources, like castor oil.

Difference between various high performance polyamides All these long Polyamides are classified as high-performance polyamide because engineering polyamide such as PA6 or PA66 or PA6x have much lower properties and performance. Though PA-11 & PA-12, as already, described offer very similar and high-performance properties PA-10,10 & PA-10,12 can also offer properties at par with both these materials. According to Table 1, PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 offer similar melting points to PA-11 and PA-12. In terms of processing, these polyamides offer quite similar

Hydrocarbon resistance barrier properties (Fuel, CO2)

PA PA1010 PA1012 11

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processing characteristics like PA-11 and PA-12. This leads to added advantage to user in terms of, freedom of design, more robustness and lower processing costs. For a better understanding of these materials to the readers, correlation between the chain length of these polymers and their properties has been explained in Figure 1. As seen in above figure, PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 offer excellent mechanical, chemical and hydrocarbon resistance, similar to proven high-performance polyamides, like PA-11 or PA-12. Generally, engineering polyamides all have significantly larger moisture absorption behaviour which is not observed in case of PA-11 or PA-12. While opting for PA-10,10 or PA-10,12, one can see that he need not compromise on moisture resistance as water absorption properties of these materials are very similar to PA-11 or PA-12. The high moisture absorption rate seen in standard engineering polyamides

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Figure 2: % Renewable carbon in polyamides

PA12

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Table 1: General Properties ASTM Std Density D792 melting point DSC Water absorbtion D570 tensile strength D638 tensile elongation D638 Flexural modulus D790 Notched Izod impact D256 Unnoched izod D256 Rockwell Hardness D785 Volume resistivity D257

properties comparison of polyamides Unit PA10,10 PA 10,12 PA 11 Kg/M3 1040 1030 1030 C 202 190 187 % 0.5 0.4 0.4 Mpa 55-60 60 55-60 % 300-400 300-400 300-400 Mpa 1200 1100-1200 1100-1200 J/m 50-60 50-60 50-60 J/m NB NB NB R 108 108 108 Ω cm 10 14 10 14 10 14

are known to cause some problems in processing. (If the materials are not sufficiently dried before processing) and also in the finished product (post-treatment is often necessary such as immersing product in water before usage). This may lead to bubbles, dimensional changes in moulded and extruded parts that are made out of these materials. Hence, one has to be extremely careful while dealing with standard polyamides due to their poor resistance to moisture absorption. PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 also offer good resistance to chemicals and hydrocarbons and biofuels. The bio-based contents in various polyamides in terms of percentage renewable carbon is as shown in below Figure 2.

Key characteristics of Polyamide–10, 10 & 10, 12 In the above paragraph, we have discussed about the similarities between PA-10,10, PA-10,12 and proven high performance Polyamides like 11 & 12. The key properties which PA-10,10 & PA-10,12 can offer are as below: Excellent chemical resistance & especially hydrocarbon resistance. Good material for gasoline and bio diesel Good mechanical properties and impact strength Good abrasion & scratch resistance

Very good flexibility ideally suitable for tube forming High service temperature can be used for continuous usage up to 110 deg c* Good resistance to water absorption resulting in good dimensional stability. Bio-based polyamide made from vegetable oil. *Value is indicative only one must consult manufacturer for details with his application requirements.

Processing and Product range of PA- 10,10 & PA- 10,12 Currently, PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 are available in more than 12 grades with suitable for extrusion in form of tube or rod, or for the cable sheathing. Injections moulding neat resins and glass filled resins are available. These materials can be easily processed on the same injection or extrusion machines on which standard polyamide can be processed without any modifications. One can refer to general processing guidelines as shown below in Table 2.

Application of PA-10,10 & 10,12 PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 can be ideally considered as the alternative to proven materials, like PA-11 or PA-12 for various below applications Fuel lines, brake booster and air brake lines for cars and trucks Pneumatic and industrial tubes and hoses

Table 2: Processing conditions for PA-10,10 and PA-10,12

Extrusion/ moulding

PA 12 1010 178 0.3 55 300-400 1200 50-60 NB 106 10 14

Drying time

4 Hrs Min

Drying temperature

80 - 90°C

Processing moisture content

<0.1%

Melt temperature

190-250°C

Injection moulded parts in textile industry like picklers, spacers, etc Hydraulic and pneumatic connectors Cable sheathing and insulation cables Sports goods and industrial moulded components Photovoltaic applications like back sheets

Conclusion Almost for last three decades, PA-11 and PA-12 are proven high-performance polyamides for demanding automotive and industrial applications which cannot be delivered by standard engineering polyamides, like PA-6 or PA-6,6 and will continue to progress in these areas in upcoming years, due to more demanding and dynamic requirements. One can consider PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 good alternative materials to these polymers, while designing new parts & specifying materials for the various applications due to the comparable properties with PA-11 and PA-12. PA-10,10 and PA-10,12 are very similar to PA-11 and PA-12 offering excellent mechanical properties, water absorption resistance and hydrocarbon resistance. These materials also offer biobased advantage to the customers. Mandar Amrute is Market Development Manager with Arkema India Branch office. Email: mandar.amrute@ arkema.com Dr Guillaume Desurmont is Asia General Manager Speciality Polyamides with Arkema. Email:guillaume. desurmont@arkema.com

Arkema is one of the leading producers of long chain high-performance polyamides like Rilsan® PA-11 and Rilsamid® PA-12 and has more than 60 years expertise in this field. Arkema is a fully integrated long chain polyamide manufacturer offering PA-6X, PA-11,PA-12, PA-10,12 and PA-10,10 with four monomer plants and five polymerisation plants around the world. PA-10,10 is sold under brand name of Hiprolon211® and PA-10,12 is sold under brand name of Hiprolon11®.

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INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Injection moulding machiner y

Standards for performance-based selection An injection moulding machine buyer considers factors such as cost, productivity, after-sales-support and brand. But, today, another factor that has attracted much attention is energy consumption of machines. As the industry’s total energy usage grows due to increasing production volume, ambitious measures must be implemented to make significant reductions in energy consumption. Hardik Patel

ndustrial motor-driven systems consume more than 60 per cent of global manufacturing electricity annually, offering one of the biggest opportunities for energy savings. The International Energy Agencies estimate that up to 7 per cent of global electricity demand could be saved by more energyefficient motors and motor systems. machine’s production capacity based on this standard. Euromap 60 recommendation helps injection moulding machine manufacturers to determine the energy consumption of their machines under defined conditions.

Figure 1 compares energy consumption based on Euromap 60 among different injection moulding machines by using motor/pump technology. The energy consumption of an all-electric machine was noted to be 65 per cent less than that of conventional hydraulic machine with fixed delivery pump driven by induction motor, 34 per cent less than that of hydraulic toggle machine with electronic variable delivery pump driven by induction motor, 13 per cent less than that of a hydraulic ram-type servo machine, whereas it is only 7 per cent less compared to a servo machine with

toggle mechanism along with injection on linear motion guideway. This has created a tough competitive environment for all-electric machines where machine cost and energy consumption are the prime concerns for a buyer. Figure 2 compares Euromap 6 drycycle times. When fast cycling is priority, all-electric machines are available for the buyers. These machines have 10 per cent faster Euromap 6 cycle time than hydro-mechanical toggle machine and 35 per cent faster than hydraulic ram-type machines. Figure 3 shows losses-capabilities of the system based on Euromap 4 comparison done among different machines. All-electric machines provide the highest level of injection efficiency than the other machines. The coefficient of injection efficiency for all-electric machines is higher by 10-20 per cent than hydraulic and hybrid servo machines. Thus, when least losses or highest capabilities are

Figure 2: Euromap 6 drycycle time

Figure 3: Euromap 4 i njection efficiency

Machine performance standards Europe’s Association for Plastics and Rubber Machinery Manufacturers (EUROMAP) has developed standards for energy efficiency & performance level of injection moulding machines to provide transparency to both manufacturers and buyers for selecting a suitable machine. Among all standards defined, Euromap 4, 6 and 60 are the most demanding ones for performance-based selection. One can compare, based on the three standards, different types of injection moulding machines that run on the concepts of hydraulic, hybrid and allelectric technologies. Euromap 4 provides actual injection efficiency of a machine. It defines the machine’s injection capabilities for the purpose of comparison. Euromap 6 defines the drycycle time of the machine under specified conditions. A buyer can judge the

Euromap comparison

Figure 1: Euromap 60 energy consumption

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required in the system, all-electrics are the first choice.

consistency will be poorer. Hence, these analyses prove that all-electrics have the best consistency in product mass.

Functional consistency

Figure 4 (a): Cycle time consistency in all-electrics

Figure 4 (b): Cycle time consistency in hydraulic

The previous topics described that all-electric machines have an edge over hydraulic and hybrid machines in the areas of energy consumption, production rate and system capabilities/ losses. Besides, these provide the best consistency in major functions as compared to its rivals. Figures 4(a) and (b) show consistency of cycle time in all-electric and hydraulic machines, respectively. All-electric machines show 0.0 per cent inconsistency in cycle time and hydraulic machines show 0.8 per cent. The same superior consistency is maintained in all-electric machines for all other functions such as timings of mould closing-opening, injection and ejection.

Positional accuracy

Figure 5 (a): Positional accuracy in all-electrics

Figure 5 (b): Positional accuracy in hydraulic

Not only functional consistency but positional accuracy is also the highest in all-electric machines. Figures 5(a) and (b) show the injection shot size accuracy in all-electric and hydraulic machines, respectively. All-electric machine has 0.0 per cent inaccuracy in the injection shot size, while hydraulic machine has 3.5 per cent inaccuracy. This difference is observed in the mould opening and ejector positions as well. Both functional consistency and position accuracy have a direct effect on the product. If the two factors are poor, product mass

Figure 6 - Radar chart (Servo-1: Servo-driven toggle machine with injection on linear motion guideway; Servo-2: Servo-driven hydraulic ram machine with injection on guide rods)

Power factor and component life Induction motors are crittical for making power factor poor and generating high amount of reactive power (kVAR), which increases current demand and shortens the life of electrical & electronic components. These also demand higher amount of Apparent power (kVA). All-electric and hydraulic machines driven by servo motors & drives, which can correct the power factor, reduce kVAR generation, lowering the current & kVA demand. A servo machine generates 90-95 per cent less reactive power and has 30-35 per cent higher power factor than a machine run by an induction motor. So, a buyer can survive the penalties of poor power factor and exceeding demand loads and significantly reduce the capital cost of load demand with servo-driven machines.

In a nutshell Hydraulic servo and all-electric injection moulding machines are superior to conventional hydraulic injection moulding machines. Pollution reduction is the additional benefit of servo motors and all-electrics to the environment. A buyer would be more concerned about the cost of the two machines. Although hydraulic servo machines are closer to conventional hydraulic machines in terms of cost, the all-electrics can reduce their cost to compete with its alternatives. The Radar Chart in Chart 6 explains a summarised analysis, which clears the standing of each type of machine. This chart can be one of the important references for a buyer to choose the right injection moulding machine. Hardik Patel is Senior Engineer for Design & Development at Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt Ltd. Email: Hardik_M_Patel@ milacron.com

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INSIGHT & OUTLOOK: Multilayer vials

Enhancing drug functionality The complexity and sensitivity of biopharmaceutical formulations has made high-end polymers for parenteral containers an interesting solution for primary packaging of injectables. Multilayer plastic parenteral vials with improved barrier properties and increased impact resistance provide manufacturers with an efficient tool for delivering biopharmaceutical formulations. Dr Wolfgang Dirk

any newly developed biopharmaceutical drugs have the potential to become successful in the healthcare market. But, the increasing volume of investment required to develop one candidate to an efficient treatment for patients carries manifold risks, reducing the number of new drug applications in the past decade. Expectations have increased from efficient treatments in terms of low side effects and is pressurising the biopharmaceutical industry.

A challenging matter The major challenges in production of proteins and peptides include reproducibility, easy scale-up, process

robustness, etc. Besides safety and efficiency, the drug must be applied correctly for the patient to experience its therapeutic effect. Delivering a protein as a parenteral therapeutic is complex and involves investigations on stability, pharmacokinetics and bioavailability, which are potential sources of failure. Although peptide and protein drugs have a limited shelf-life in solution, most biopharmaceutical drugs are launched as injectables, as these cannot survive the oral administration route. Thus, parenteral packaging components for biopharmaceuticals play a major role in developing the drug delivery concept, as these significantly influence the stability of respective drug product formulations. Polymers such as Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP) as an alternative material to glass for packaging components are well established in various areas of application, such as solid and ophthalmic preparations & infusions. But, these are not ideal for injectables due to their lack of transparency after sterilisation and limited gas barrier properties.

Polymer usage Two types of plastic polymers in the class of polyolefin compounds are used for primary packaging components and permit long-term storage of a liquid drug product. Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC), a copolymer of a six-member cyclic carbon hydride with PE, and Cyclic Olefin Polymer (COP), a polymer based on a five-member cyclic carbon hydride polymerised by metathesis reaction. Superior properties over PE or PP are high transparency, low level of organic extractables and no extractable metal ions. These compounds have not yet conquered the primary packaging sector for parenterals due to their limited experience in the regulated pharmaindustry and long drug development times. Cost pressure exists since high-quality polymers such as COC and COP are expensive. Another difference is in the processing method of plastic vials on standard glass vial filling lines, as these cannot be introduced using the conventional depyrogenisation oven.

Stability and adsorption

Multilayer COP vial

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Multilayer vial with COP and PA

Various degradation mechanisms affect the stability and availability of biopharmaceutical drugs, such as peptides or proteins, during storage in the final container. Investigations have ascertained the level of adsorption of protein-like molecules on the surface of different materials used for primary packaging. Adsorption is proportional to surface area and depends on the type of protein and formulation, while absorption is a dynamic process of protein adsorption

Multilayer vials

occurring within 24 hour until equilibrium is reached. Thus, low-concentration, protein-based drug formulations sustain degradation up to 50 per cent of the original concentration. Silicone oil droplets can cause aggregation of proteins. Selecting the right container material influences the stability of protein solutions. A recent study showed a reduced adsorption level of bovine serum albumin on the inner surface of COP multilayer vial as compared to glass vials. Thus, COP vials must be included in drug container compatibility screening tests for novel protein-based biopharmaceuticals parallel to glass vials. This can improve drug potency by reducing adsorption on the container surface and avoiding overfill of expensive biopharmaceuticals.

Metal ion release at high pH Glass is composed of a set of inorganic oxides that forms a three-dimensional structure during the manufacturing process. Parenteral drug solutions with pH above seven attack the glass surface. Consequently, the glass releases metal ions with potential adverse effect on the stability of sensitive biopharmaceuticals. In severe cases, the attack on the glass surface can even cause flaking, which increases rate of recalls. A pH shift or released metal ions would be sufficient to cause an adverse effect on the drug, in that it would denature a protein in a biopharmaceutical formulation. COPbased vials are an ideal solution to problems experienced in connection with parenteral drug solutions with high pH. COP vials have weak gas barrier, which can impact the shelf-life of oxygen-sensitive biopharmaceuticals. This has forced the industry to add additional barrier bags as separate packaging components or freeze-dry in glass vials, which creates additional process costs and related investments for f reeze-drying equipment. The main characteristics of the high-end multilayer COP vials are enhanced by high gasâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;barrier properties without the loss of advantages such as low 74

Measures to reduce protein adsorption Including high concentration of inert protein to drug formulation to saturate the glass surface Adding carbohydrates, surfactants or amino acids to reduce interaction between container surface and protein Silicone oil treatment of glass vial surface to reduce adsorption adsorption tendency, no metal ion release, high transparency and high drainability. The drug contact surface area is COP, which is an inert and clean material. This provides increased oxygen barrier and improved integrity when the container experiences external impact or incidental drop due to high puncture resistance of Polyamide (PA), which strengthens the structure. Measurement of oxygen barrier of multilayer plastic vials demonstrate a barrier level that is superior to any available plastic material used in parenteral pharma packaging.

Offering multiple features The enhanced barrier properties of the multilayer plastic vial based on COP offer a new alternative to glass vials for sensitive biopharmaceuticals without the limitations of existing monolayer plastic vials made from PE, PP, COC or COP. The increased impact resistance of the multilayer design addresses concerns such as secure sterility of the filled injection solution during transport or storage or protection of hospital staff and patients against contamination by toxic drug solutions through accidental breakage. In terms of impact resistance of glass and plastic vials, the COP-based multilayer plastic vials show 5-10 times higher impact resistance as compared to glass vials. The puncture-resistant PA layer of the multilayer structure prevents liquid leakage and predestines multilayer vials for use in packing cytotoxic drug solutions. Combined considerations, such as stability throughout the shelf-life,

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safety during filling, transportation and handling, will change the niche role of multilayer plastic vials as parenteral containers with superior properties address specific functional requirements of sensitive biopharmaceuticals and make drugs more efficient & safe in the long run.

References 1. Biological Drug Delivery 2007-2012, Visiongain Ltd, London, United Kingdom 2. Prefilled Syringes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2009 Drugs, Devices and Disease Therapeutics, Greystone Associates, Amherst, NH, USA 3. Wu et al, Adsorption of proteins onto glass surfaces and its effects on the intensity of circular dichroism spectra, Analytical Biochemistry 177:178-182, 1989 4. Jones LS, Kaufmann A and Middaugh CR, Silicone oil induced aggregation of proteins, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 94(4):918-927, 2005 5. Burke CJ, Steadman BL, Volkin DB, Tsai PK, Bruner MW and Middaugh CR, The adsorption of proteins to pharmaceutical container surfaces, International Journal of Pharmaceutics 86:89-93, 1992 6. Qadry SS, Roshdy TH, Char H, Del Terzo S, Tarantino R and Moschera J, Evaluation of COP vials for packaging protein-based parenteral formulations, International Journal of Pharmaceutics 252:207-212, 2003 7. Bloomfield JE, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp, a subsidiary of Merck & Co, Inc, at the 2011 PDA/FDA Glass Quality Conference, Arlington, VA, May 23-24, 2011 Dr Wolfgang Dirk has a PhD in Chemistry from RWTH University of Aachen, Germany. He has worked on hydroboron-based cagestructured molecules for cancer treatment. As Product Manager at Gerresheimer Plastic Packaging, he works on market launch of new multilayer COP vials and business development in parenterals. Email: w.dirk@gerresheimer.com

AUTOMATION TRENDS: Sof tware in polymer compounding

For better integrated automation Deciding on the right software is crucial to the success of an automated polymer compounding system. Lionel Alva assesses how software breaks the vagaries and intricacies of an automated system, thus helping reduce the requisite skill for operation and allowing a greater degree of precision within the least possible time. Advantages of software solutions

lastics is used in myriad applications, from kitchen countertops to automotive bumpers. Prior to the moulding process, every pound of resin must pass through a finishing state where materials are blended in an extruder to achieve desired chemical and mechanical properties. Product variability, which can result from variations in the incoming resin or from operator error, is a top concern for the customer. Variations in resin properties increase the initial setup time for injection moulding and may necessitate readjustments during a run, thus resulting in more scrapped parts. The outcome is lost productivity, higher production 76

costs, more waste and customer dissatisfaction. The automation software makes way for alerting operators when outof-spec material is being produced and brings production back into compliance automatically when process corrections are feasible. By improving the quality of material produced to customer specifications, the system increases firstpass product yield, thereby reducing rework requirements as well as energy use per pound of the product. Thus, the choice of software mechanism used must be customised for the specifics of the polymer compounding keeping in mind the various considerations that may be unique to the manufacturing setup.

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Producers of plastic compounds in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business environment are required to maintain low inventory levels. Therefore, it is difficult to maintain stock levels of a large number of different compounds. This pressure has forced the introduction of multipurpose facilities, which necessitate rapid changeover from one compound to another, easy cleaning to avoid crosscontamination and effective handling to ensure health and safety issues such as containment, all of which are maintained to the highest level possible. Therefore, automation is a necessary aspect of the demands of polymer compounding in recent times. The software system helps in improving the mixing, melting and devolatilisation of resins, fillers, pigments and other additives by monitoring and controlling viscosity, a key quality parameter for polymers. Ideally, a system also provides continuous on-line estimation of product viscosity and detects anomalous operation (and its root cause) through a model-based analysis of the on-line estimates. An adaptive feedback control system compensates

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We use an iterative approach akin to the agile methodology. This communicative, multiplestep process ensures an accurate, complete assessment of the customer’s requirements both prior to the start of a project, and at critical benchmarks during a project. Sambit Pradhan Business Development Manager and Product Sales Asia Paciﬁc, Geometric

The software used must have a degree of proﬁciency wherein the end-user does not have to exercise much effort in understanding it. This would minimise the expenditure required on training personnel and allow for a hands-on, no-hassles approach towards manufacturing. Gopal Krishna Varier General Manager-Operations, Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt Ltd

for process upsets, where feasible, by manipulating the composition of the feed. This closed-loop control process relies on a physics-based dynamic model whose generic structure can be applied to a wide range of product grades and operating conditions. The software must be capable of adapting itself to several process control instrumentation available off-theshelf from multiple suppliers, using PCs, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) with PC-class process cards or plant-level Distributed Control System (DCS). It must be flexible and customisable. “We use an iterative approach akin to the agile methodology. This approach requires constant interaction with end-customers on a frequent basis to avoid late surprises. The process begins with an initial meeting with client to develop an overall understanding of the framework and scope of the project. The next step is to meet with the client’s engineers to gain a full understanding of the technical requirements, necessary tools and required resources to accomplish the project. An assessment meeting is then scheduled to present our understanding of the client’s requirements and invite feedback from the client to insure our assessment is accurate & complete. Often, the next step is to present a Proof-Of-Concept (POC) and the client is again asked for a feedback. This communicative, multiple-step process ensures an accurate, complete assessment of the customer’s requirements both prior to the start of a project, and at critical benchmarks during a project,” avers Sambit Pradhan, Business Development Manager, and Product Sales Asia Pacific, Geometric.

and operational procedures. Machine purchases and internal systems that are made for the short term themselves become barriers to future optimisation. These can be incompatible with future requirements or tie-up capital, and potential savings are not realised. It is not only automation but the integration of a complete Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system that is a big challenge. Hence, a consonance of software and equipment is requisite for the success of a manufacturing set-up. “Retention of skilled labour is a big problem for the polymer compounding industry. Thus, the software used must have a degree of proficiency wherein the enduser does not have to exercise much effort in understanding it. This would minimise the expenditure required on training personnel and allow for a hands-on, no-hassles approach towards manufacturing. Moreover, since machines are replaced periodically, the software should also be flexible enough to accommodate changes in the manufacturing setup,” observes Gopal Krishna Varier, General ManagerOperations, Vasantha Tool Crafts Pvt Ltd. Technology has evolved in the past few years to allow automated moulding in these conditions. In some cases, it is still expensive or support-intensive to run. Some facilities that used fixed automation for one project have found automation equipment and its depreciation costs to be burdensome and prohibitive in adapting to other jobs. These facilities often fail or require large retooling costs that could have been avoided with more flexible automation.

Challenges faced Small companies that do not have substantial financial and technical resources tend to automate all their operations. Many moulders have difficulty reaching this level of automation due to a lack of understanding, poor vision and planning, as well as a lack of management commitment. Systems can be retrofitted onto existing equipment with little planning. Phase III and IV systems require a rationalisation of the entire manufacturing operation, equipment

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Need for a concerted effort Software manufacturers are a concerted effort to ensure that the software used evolves with further integration of complex automated machinery into the setup. It must allow easy access to several processes crucial to the polymer compounding process. Moreover, with the aid of CAD/CAM technology, quality check at each stage of production becomes an easily manageable affair. Email: sweta.nair@network18publishing.com

ENERGY MANAGEMENT: Ancillar y equipment

Making polymer processing

energy efficient

The polymer processing industry is demanding highly advanced equipment, which can lead to increased energy efficiency. Here, the role of ancillary equipment becomes significant. Avani Jain studies the benefits offered by ancillary equipment and how they can help reduce the energy consumed during polymer processing.

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he polymer processing industry is becoming more advanced with each passing day. Impeccable quality of products, flawless processes and reduced energy consumption are the desires of every plastics processor, and in order to achieve these, he must pay attention to the minutest of details, which can be ensured through the use of appropriate ancillary equipment. The growth of the polymerprocessing segment has directly impacted the growth of ancillary equipment. Today, most companies are focussing on raw material and energy saving and waste reduction. This has also led to the growth of this sector. Even the demand for robotics has provided a boost to the ancillary equipment segment. These days, it is required of all polymer processing machines to generate higher output with less consumption of energy and resources and in order to so, the use of ancillary equipment is a must. Today, the ancillary equipment industry has adapted to the changing environs in various areas. The most important of these is energ y efficiency and c on s e r v a t i on . This involves minimising energy input and, in the

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processes, decreasing energy losses and recovery of waste heat. This is particularly found in drying, granulation, temperature control and chiller systems, which are energy-intensive.

Boosting productivity Various processes are involved in converting raw material to finished products, such as storage, handling, drying, conveying, colouring, cooling, heating, handling, conveying, counting, grinding and recycling. For performing these functions, ancillary equipment such as chilling plants, mould temperature controllers and drying systems assume much importance, as these help in enhancing productivity and improving quality. Further, the advent of automation has led to the popularity of ancillary equipment, which, in turn, has helped in decreasing the dependence on manpower. Development of Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems is one of the ways to achieve this, as an individual can now control the entire process. Robotics has also helped increase productivity. Also, most companies have developed the SCADA system and are working towards decreasing the energy consumption of machines. Over the years, the ancillary equipment industry has evolved from the usage of basic rudimentary equipment to more sophisticated ones that increase efficiency and profitability. It has become the source of solutions not just for its customer base, but also for equipment providers. Advances in polymer processing often come from the expertise that has evolved in ancillary

Ancillar y equipment

These days, ancillary equipment have become an integral part of machines. If the right type of ancillary equipment is used, it will not only avoid wastage of the raw material, but also save energy consumed during the processing. Praveen Sharma Proprietor, Hind Machineries

Keeping in mind the rising energy costs, we provide our customers with technocreative products that consume less energy and are maintenance-free. The machines manufactured are user-friendly, ie, reduce manpower effort, decrease rejection ratio and give higher output. K M Shah Managing Director, NU-VU Conair Pvt Ltd

equipment companies. This is because ancillary equipment manufacturers are able to observe all processes and problems of the entire industry and not just one segment or processor. This helps them develop a continuous range of technologies to bring about improvements in the entire industry. Ancillary equipment also help manufacturers cut down costs and save electricity.

Saving energy Today, ancillary equipment are the backbone of the polymer processing industry and the plastics manufacturing process could become arduous without these energyefficient tools. The evolution of polymer processing industry has pulled along the development of ancillaries to new heights. The functions of ancillary equipment could range from the simplest piloting applications to the most demanding fluid and gas control requirements. Mainly, the polymer processing industry need equipment that provide faster cycle times and high-speed applications, yet at the same time, the equipment should not consume much power. Praveen Sharma, Proprietor, Hind Machineries, notes, “These days, ancillary equipment have become an integral part of machines. The changes seen in current ancillary equipment are a combination of new control systems, advanced sensors and superior materials, which help in reduction of energy, while providing quality equipment at a lower cost. If the right type of ancillary equipment is used, it will not only avoid wastage of the raw material, but also save energy consumed during the processing.” Most ancillar y equipment manufacturers are engaged in manufacturing and supplying a wide range of equipment that are not only of high quality, but also reduce energy consumption. In line with this, several companies have designed dryers that reduce energy consumption as well as yield high throughputs. K M Shah, Managing Director, NU-VU Conair Pvt Ltd, notes, “Keeping in mind the rising energy costs, we provide our customers with techno-

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creative products that consume less energy and are maintenance-free. The machines manufactured are user-friendly, ie, reduce manpower effort, decrease rejection ratio and give higher output. These features of our machines help us sustain our business in the long run.” He adds, “We have developed various products that help in reducing the energy cost of the processors. Our dehumidifiers consume 35 per cent less energy and yield optimum production result as compared to other desiccant dryers used in similar applications. Another product that consumes less energy and reduces wastage of material is loss-in-weight system. We have also developed new machines such as Energy Smart Dehumidification system and BFS Volumetric Feeder.” Today, as the emphasis is more on energy-efficient, maintenance-free and high-response machines, the equipment also come fitted with servomotor-driven pump instead of normal induction motor, which saves energy by 20-60 per cent; this depends on cycle time and other conditions.

Future trends In general, the growth witnessed by the plastics and polymer processing industry has a direct implication on performance of the ancillary equipment sector, which forms the backbone of polymer processing machinery. The numerous machines used in the polymer processing industry need a host of equipment that are dependent on the application and requirement of the final product. With the global trend towards faster processing equipment and better accuracy in terms of productivity has led manufacturers across the country to adopt technologies that help achieve higher levels of innovation and end-user satisfaction. The ancillary equipment sector has witnessed numerous innovations over the years, as manufacturers adapted to changes according to growing customer needs. Major changes are made in the ancillary equipment sector with regard to improving energy efficiency. Email: avani.jain@network18publishing.com

POLICIES & REGULATIONS: Flame-retardant polymers

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Widening the scope for safety in plastics The rise in varied applications of plastics can be attributed to the polymers that assume diverse roles as required. The aspect of safety has gained importance today and to meet safety norms, many polymers must demonstrate flame-retardant properties. Anwesh Koley delves into the benefits of such polymers and their characteristics, which broaden the ambit of plastics usage.

lastic materials are used in large volumes in major applications such as buildings, vehicles and electronic appliances. The use of flame-retardant plastics can reduce damage to property and life by a large margin. Flame retardants can act in many ways: by raising the ignition temperature, reducing the rate of burning, reducing flame spread and reducing smoke generation. Hence, flame retardants have been developed to improve the properties of plastics under different conditions of processing and use.

Need for fire-retardant polymers Globally, fire retardants are needed to satisfy a multi-billion dollar market. Fire retardancy of polymeric materials is an important component of fire safety. Fire retardant polymers either reduce the likelihood of ignition or reduce the rate of flame spread, and hence, escalation of fire. The need to comply with safety legislations forces industry to use fire retardants in materials in order to save lives. With growing consumer demands and new legislations, the development of new systems is an on-going process, 84

which also involves understanding their mechanisms of action for polymers. Flame retardants are an important part of fire protection as these not only reduce the risk of a fire starting, but also the risk of fire spreading. The increasing demands in the electrical and electronic sector for miniaturisation and faster injection moulding cycles exerts additional demand on flame-retardant technology. Ravi Kumar, Director, Shiv Pooja Plastics, says, “The faster injection speeds require higher processing temperature stability and increased flow performance, while miniaturisation leads to increasing property performance for a given resin system as less material is used in each part.” Flame Retardants (FRs) in commodity polymers are growing exceptionally well since the inherent flame-retardant polymers are relatively more expensive. Environmental, health and technical concerns and regulations such as the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) will change the market of

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FRs along with other additives used in polymers.

Types of FR polymers In all, over 175 different types of FRs exist, commonly divided into four major groups – inorganic FRs, organophosphorus FRs, nitrogen-containing FRs and halogenated organic FRs. Inorganic FRs comprise metal hydroxides (eg, aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide), ammonium polyphosphate, boron salts, inorganic antimony, tin, zinc and molybdenum compounds, as well as elemental red phosphorous. Inorganic FRs are added as fillers into the polymers and are considered immobile, in contrast to organic additive FRs. Organophosphorus FRs are primarily phosphate esters that may also contain bromine or chlorine. Neeraj Garg, Partner, Suruchi Industries, explains, “Organophosphorus FRs are widely used both in polymers and textile cellulose fibres. Nitrogen-containing FRs inhibit the formation of flammable gases and are primarily used in polymers containing nitrogen, such as polyurethane and polyamide. The most important

Flame-retardant polymers

The faster injection speeds require higher processing temperature stability and increased ﬂow performance, while miniaturisation leads to increasing property performance for a given resin system, as less material is used in each part. Ravi Kumar Director, Shiv Pooja Plastics

Organophosphorus FRs are widely used both in polymers and textile cellulose ﬁbres. Nitrogen-containing FRs inhibit the formation of ﬂammable gases and are primarily used in polymers containing nitrogen, such as polyurethane and polyamide. Neeraj Garg Partner, Suruchi Industries

nitrogen-based FRs are melamine and melamine derivatives.” The major FR systems currently in use are polymeric-based brominated solutions, which have a range of performance characteristics offering a choice of solutions depending on specific critical performance requirements. Brominated additives will continue to lead the FR additive market in total value. Phosphorus-based FRs will grow at the fastest pace, driven by increasing trends towards non-halogenated products. Rapid gains are also expected in inorganic flame retardants such as aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide, which are finding more use in polyolefins. Halogen-free and phosphorous-free route is most difficult, and also the most environment-friendly, with a limited choice of FR additives. The new technologies being developed include FRs combining nano-clays with another major class of flame retardants based on metal hydroxides. The nano-clays synergistically enhance the performance of metal hydroxide retardants, processing of plastics as well as their material properties. Nano-clays are more appealing for use because these can be added in relatively small amounts. Some nano-materials, especially carbon nano-fibres, appear to have promise for use in polyurethane foam. “FRs can interfere, inhibit or even suppress the combustion process during a particular stage of the fire – heating, decomposition, ignition or flame spread. There are two types of action – chemical and physical. Generally, chemical actions are more efficient than physical ones,” says Kumar.

A case for polyurethane Polyurethane is a good example of a conventional organic polymer system having useful structural and mechanical properties, but is limited by its low thermo-oxidative stability. Although many varieties of this polymer are widely used in aerospace applications and home construction, they are highly combustible. Polyurethane can be made fire resistant if it is blended with a polymer that would modify the decomposition mechanism of the polyurethane, release noncombustible gases and/or undergo reactions during heating to create a thermally insulating char

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to quench further combustion. However, the choice of suitable polymeric FRs is restricted to species that allow retention of the advantageous mechanical properties of the polyurethane.

Demand for FR polymers Demand for FRs is expected to rise by 3.8 per cent per year to £ 1 billion globally by 2013, reflecting more stringent fire codes and flammability requirements, especially in building materials and consumer products. “An improved economic outlook in key applications, such as wire and cable insulation and jacketing, and motor vehicles, will fuel this demand. Nonetheless, overall gains will be limited by cost sensitivity in price-competitive markets such as motor vehicles and textiles, as well as environmental and health concerns over several FR chemicals,” adds Garg. In value terms, the demand for FRs will advance nearly 4 per cent per annum to $ 1.1 billion by 2013. This represents a deceleration from the 2003-08 period, which was characterised by rapid price increases for FRs as a result of high raw material and energy costs. Phosphorus-based FRs will grow the fastest, driven by increasing trends towards non-halogenated products. However, brominated compounds will continue to lead the market in total value, as the regulatory climate around the world is unlikely to undergo dramatic changes in the near future. Rapid gains are also expected for smaller-volume FRs, eg, magnesium hydroxide, which is finding increased applications in polypropylene and engineering resins. Alumina Trihydrate (ATH) will remain the largest-volume FR through 2013, comprising 46 per cent of demand and growing slightly faster than the overall market. Email: anwesh.koley@network18publishing.com

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STRATEGY: Plastic waste reduction

RE‘CYCLING’ towards the

‘GREEN ROUTE’

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With increasing focus on sustainable development, the plastics industry is making efforts to recycle plastic products as recycled plastic products have various applications and offer a cost-effective solution to many industries. Avani Jain analyses various recycling strategies adopted by companies in this segment to ensure sustainability in plastic packaging.

lastic packaging accounts for more than 50 per cent of the total packaging in India. From toiletries to food products, plastics is ubiquitous in presence. However, its demand might decrease considering that the various state governments in the country are putting a ban on plastic packages so as to reduce the amount of plastic waste. Recently, Assam Government banned the use of non-biodegradable materials, including plastics, in Guwahati as part of its initiative to stop the environment from further deterioration. The prohibition or restrictions has been issued keeping in mind the increasing problem of water logging in the city and will remain in force in areas within the Guwahati Metropolitan Area. According to industry experts, this move has highly impacted the growth of the plastic packaging industry. 90

Moreover, the global outcry towards reducing plastic waste has also made the plastic packaging companies think in the direction of sustainable packaging. Therefore, the first step towards this is adopting efficient recycling methods in order to reduce plastic waste.

Understanding recycling According to the EU Directive on Waste (2008/98/EC) (8), “Recycling means any recovery operation by which waste materials are reprocessed into products, materials or substances whether for the original or other purposes.” Pramthesh Pandya, Head-Unit & Business Development, Parikh Packaging Pvt Ltd, advises, “Recycling should be adopted where it results in lower environmental impacts than alternative recovery options and where other requirements, such as safety, are

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met. Recycling plays a key role in the environmental performance of many materials. For example, recycling Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) saves about 50 per cent of the energy.” He adds, “Some types of recovered material are also a valuable source of energy (incineration with energy recovery); therefore, recycling needs to be considered within a balanced approach to packaging recovery.”

Advantages offered Recycling helps in reducing waste in landfill and the consequent methane emissions. Recycling of packaging waste, both post-consumer and waste at the time of manufacturing process, is beneficial. An efficient and realtime recycling and returnable process should be implemented to capture and bring back waste to recyclers/packing

Plastic waste reduction

Recycling should be adopted where it results in lower environmental impacts than alternative recovery options and where other requirements, such as safety, are met. Recycling plays a key role in the environmental performance of many materials. Pramthesh Pandya Head- Unit & Business Development, Parikh Packaging Pvt Ltd

companies for recycling. Recycling uses less energy and produces less pollution than making the products from scratch. For example, making bags from recycled polythene uses one-third the sulphur dioxide and half the nitrous oxide than making the bags from scratch.

interesting than post-consumer recycling, where the correct separation, cleaning and sorting of all materials is a challenge. Thus, development of technologies for separation process employed during recycling poses as one of the major challenges.

Smart strategies

Future trends

Many companies have taken up the task of recycling plastic products and are also reusing them. Bharat Mistry, Partner, Ash Win Engineers, notes, “We make machines that recycle plastic wastes, ie, the entire plastic tanks are cut into small pieces by a scrap cutter; these pieces are then fed into a solid granulator where their size is further reduced to 10 mm. These are then put into a recycling extruder in which fine plastic granules are obtained; these granules are used to make entirely new products. Thus, we are not only making the machines, but also reusing the plastic waste.” Likewise, various machines are available in the market, which can enable easy recycling of plastics. Size reduction machinery and re-pelletising machinery can help reduce carbon footprint because these machines are mainly used in industrial recycling. Further, the recycling process usually consists of the leftovers of the process to input them back in the process, making this method of recycling the most efficient one in terms of carbon reduction.

Much has been said about plastic recycling; however, integration of conventional waste management methods with commercial viability requires skills and technologies. One has to choose the right method with all precautions and correct machinery for building profitability through efficient recycling of plastic products. The trend is setting in but the industry is still at a nascent stage. Further, unlike in foreign countries, companies in India still consider recycling as a secondary task and do not employ proper technologies for recycling of plastic products. Thus, to build profitability through recycling of plastic products, companies need to invest in the latest technologies and trends. Change is taking place on this front. Thus, keeping in mind the ongoing efforts by various companies, the future aim of the plastics industry is to become more environment-friendly. Further, with the latest machinery and methods making inroads to the country, the recycling industry will reach new heights and recycled plastics will witness maximum application in various industries.

Challenges in the way

We make machines that recycle plastic wastes. These are then put into a recycling extruder in which ﬁne plastic granules are obtained; these granules are used to make entirely new products. Thus, we are not only making the machines, but also reusing the plastic waste. Bharat Mistry Partner, Ash Win Engineers

The market for sustainable development and awareness about recycling technologies is increasing in India. However, the technology and machines needed for recycling are still not fully developed in India. The companies operating in the Indian market have to import machines and technology from outside, which makes sustainable packaging a costly affair. Thus, the recycling technology solutions providers have to spread their wings to help their customers in the best possible manner. The major challenge lies in the correct separation of the waste to be recycled. For this reason, industrial recycling where waste separation has proved to be easier is economical and environmentally more

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A greener tomorrow Packaging sustainability will be the way to the success of a business model and place industrial development on the ‘green route’. Cutting back on the amount of waste and damage done to the earth on a daily basis can seem a daunting task, but applying these practices to one’s manufacturing processes can seem insurmountable. Thus, it is important for the industry to learn to adapt to the packaging 3-Rs – reuse, reduce & recycle – which can help achieve sustainable packaging through reducing carbon footprint to a large extent. Email: avani.jain@network18publishing.com

TIPS & TRICKS: Ef ficient polymer processing

STEPS TO ENSURE efficient polymer processing Growing public concern about environmental pollution has led to development and design of biodegradable composite polymers. Knowledge and implementation of relevant regulatory guidelines have become increasingly vital from safety and environmental viewpoint of polymer processing. Anwesh Koley some essential pointers to ensure sustainable and energy-efficient polymer processing.

here is a worldwide realisation of the damage that a rapidly rising activity in the polymer processing space can do to the ecology and environmental balance of the ecological structure. There is a general agreement

that future technology development will need concepts such as biological sustainability, minimum use of energy and renewable raw materials that will probably be set internationally. Current Research and Development (R&D) needs emphasise on the development

of high-value and safer production methods. Advanced composite materials are being seen to have benefits compared with conventional materials in many of these areas. (With inputs from Narayani Polymers) Email: anwesh.koley@network18publishing.com

Following are some aspects to consider for efficient polymer processing:

It must address sustainability in order to be competitive. Polymeric materials should be specially suited for this. They must replace more cost- and energy-consuming materials, to prepare lightweight constructions for energy savings in the transport area and allow for substantial progress in the field of nanotechnology & nano-electronics to bring future technologies into reality.

The in-service properties of the composite depend upon the combination and relative ratio of the matrix & filler. By proper selection of reinforcement and matrix material, manufacturers can produce properties that can exactly fit the requirements for a particular purpose. The material behaviour, which combines an increased hardness and toughness, is based on the large proportion of inner boundary present in these materials.

The principles of sustainability should be brought into action in the daily operations and requires a considerable effort and resources. It is a comprehensive approach that balances financial, environmental and social considerations. Innovative green products should be promoted that meet the specific requirements of markets and consumers.

Research must address environmental and human safety. It is necessary to replace or reduce during processing and application of organic solvents & toxic agents, look for safer additives and processing aids, reduce waste and allow for recycling. Green chemistry concepts may be utilised for eco-friendly materials and minimising toxic implications of organic chemicals, which pose potential risks to human health.

Polymer composites have replaced many conventional materials in different sectors by virtue of the desired properties like light weight, durability, heat resistance, reduced wear & tear, flexibility, chemical resistance and longer shelflife that can be achieved by making minor alterations in their compositions. The current demand for materials is the key driving-force for development of composites.

Nanotechnology provides considerable opportunities for development of sustainable innovative materials for agriculture, water treatment, food production, processing, preservation and packaging applications. Nanomaterials exhibit novel functionalities due to much larger surfaceto-mass ratio in contrast to other conventional materials. These help in long-term energy savings for processors.

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PROJECT S

New projects and expansion activities are the barometers of industrial growth. These also present business opportunities to service providers like consultants, contractors, plant & equipment suppliers and others down the value chain. This feature will keep you updated with vital information regarding new projects and capacity expansions being planned by companies in the plastics, polymers and allied industries.

Manufacturing of plastic films Vacmet India Ltd Project type New facility Project news Set up a new Plastics manufacturing facility that is part of Vacmet India Limited’s consolidating strategy towards increasing its presence in the Indian sector while, opening up to opportunities that exist within the domestic and international sector. Vacmet has received several awards for Export performances from Plastic Export Promotion Council, Ministry of Commerce. It has also received awards from State Government. Project location Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, Project cost Not known Implementation stage Ongoing Contact details: Vacmet India Ltd Anant Plaza, IInd Floor 4/117-2A, Civil Lines, Church Road, Agra - 282 002, Uttar Pradesh (INDIA) Tel : 0562 2525466, 0562 4050400 Fax : 0562 2151188, 0562 2527064 Email: vacmet@vsnl.com

Manufacturing of plastic packaging material Mahakaleshwar Smile Parks Enterprises Pvt Ltd Project type New facility Project news Set up a new Plastics project that shall aid in establishing their presence in India. The company is setting up production units having capacity to produce processed Food and Fruit products amounting Rs 7,500 crore per year, in Uttar Pradesh. The facility that is coming up is expected to be ancillary

to their primary business in the food and food products industry. Project location India Project cost Not known Implementation stage Planning Contact details: Mahakaleshwar Smile Parks Enterprises Pvt Ltd 31, Manas Vihar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226016 Tel : 0522-3060505 Mob : 09044044070 Email: kuldeep@smileparks.com

Manufacturing of PVC compounds Anchor Electricals Pvt Ltd Project type New facility Project news Set up of a new Polymers Project. The project shall endeavour towards using thermoplastics to create heat and fire resistant plastics for home appliances. The company that is completely engaged into the manufacturing of electrical and home appliances is opening up a new facility in light of rising opportunities within the Indian market as well as growing demand. Anchor Electricals Pvt Ltd is planning to set up a new polymers Project at Valsad in Gujarat . The project involves Manufacturing of Pvc Tapes. As of April 10, 2011, the company received Industrial License from Secretariat of Industrial Assistance (SIA), Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Government of India for setting up the project. Project location Valsad, Gujarat Project cost Not known Implementation stage Planning

Contact details: Anchor Electricals Pvt Ltd Wing Plot No 24, Steel House, Mahal Industrial Estate Mahakali Caves Road Near Paper Box, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400093 Tel : 022 - 30418888 Fax : 022 - 30418887, 30418886, 30418885, 30418884 Email: neha.chauhan@anchor-world.com

Manufacturing of PET bottles / plastic preforms Alpha Pharma Daman Pvt Ltd Project type New facility Project news The company is setting up production units. This shall cater exclusively to the pharma industry with a myriad assortment of bottles. The plant shall have state of the art PET bottles in various forms and sizes. This is expected to be in light of the growing retail demand in India and the opening up of the FDI sector. Moreover, the pharma industry is increasingly leaning towards PET bottles in light of the growing competition from the Indian pharmaceutical sector. The company received Industrial License from Secretariat of Industrial Assistance (SIA), Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Government of India for setting up the project. Project location Daman, Diu & Daman Project cost Not known Implementation stage Planning Contact details: Alpha Pharma Daman Pvt Ltd Plot No. 374, Alpha Industrial Park, Atiawad, Dabhel, Daman - 396210 Tel : 0260 2242 948, 2242693, 2242694 Fax : 0260 2242 978

Information courtesy: Tendersinfo.com 1, Arch Gold, Next to MTNL Exchange, Poisar, S V Road, Kandivali (W), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra, India Tel: 022 28666134 • Fax: 022 28013817 • Email: parmeet.d@tendersinfo.com

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EVENT LIST

National

Pune

Chennai

Ludhiana

Indore

Aurangabad

Rudrapur Hyderabad

Maharastra Nov 2-5, 2012

Tamil Nadu Nov 22-25, 2012

Punjab Dec 21-24, 2012

Madhya Pradesh Jan 11-14, 2013

Maharastra Feb 1-4, 2013

Uttarakhand Andhra Pradesh Feb 23-26, 2013 May 31-Jun 3, 2013

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: Network18 Media & Investments Ltd Network18 Media & Investments Ltd, Ruby House, 1st Floor, J K Sawant Marg, Dadar (W), Mumbai 400 028. Tel: 022 3003 4651 • Fax: 022 3003 4499 • Email: engexpo@infomedia18.in • Web: www.engg-expo.com

Automotive Plastics India 2012 In response to the challenges posed by the automotive industry, Indian plastic industry through its parent body - Chemicals & Petrochemicals Manufacturers’ Association (CPMA) and ElitePlus Business Services Pvt Ltd (EPBS) are jointly holding the second dedicated conference for the automotive plastics sector on November 1, 2012; at Hotel Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai For details contact: Nidhi Verma Elite Plus Business Services Pvt. Ltd., 61, Radheya, 14th Road, Plot 359, Khar ( west ) Mumbai 400052 India Off ice Phones : 022-26000556/ 022-2226000555,Fax: +91-22- 26000556 Email: nidhi.verma.eliteplus@gmail.com Website: www.eliteplus.co.in

International PackTech India 2012 This is an offshoot of the leading global trade show Interpack, highly regarded in the Indian packaging industry, this event will be a good platform to showcase and leverage the latest developments in the converting, processing, printing and beverage sectors. This event reflects the entire market for food and beverage processing in India; November 6-8, 2012; at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai For details contact: Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt Ltd 1, Commercial Complex, 2nd Floor Pocket H & J, Sarita Vihar

New Delhi - 110076 Tel: 011-26971745, 1056, 1066 Fax: 011-26971746 Email: messeduesseldorf@md-india.com Website: www.packtech-india.com

ancillary equipment, testing equipment, chemicals & additives to consolidate the growth of the plastics industry in India; January 8-13, 2013; at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

SPE- ANTEC (Annual Technical Conference)

For details contact: Archana Kansara Gujarat State Plastics Manufacturers Association 7th Floor, Span Trade Centre Near Paldi Char Rasta, Ellisbridge Ahmedabad-380 006 Tel: 079-26579204 / 26578227 Mob: 9925017136,Fax: 079-26579204 Email: archana.kansara@plexpoindia.com Website: www.plexpoindia.com

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) is the premier source of peerreviewed technical information for plastics professionals. This will be the first ANTEC annual conference in India. It is a recognised medium for communication among scientists, engineers and technical personnel; December 6-7, 2012; at Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel, Mumbai For details contact: Vijay Boolani Boolani Engineering Corp 303, Prabhadevi Industrial Estate, 402, Veer Savarkar Marg, Mumbai - 400025 Tel: 022-24302826/2790, Fax: 022-24229875 Email: vboolani@4spe.org Website: www.4spe.org

Plexpo India 2013 In its 6th edition, Plexpo India offers a platform where the Indian plastics industry can showcase its machinery and equipment expertise. This event will bring together manufacturers, dealers, traders, suppliers of raw materials, machinery & equipment,

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Plastasia 2013 An excellent platform to build business alliances and expand prospects, PLASTASIA 2013 is a timely showcase for professionals involved in the dynamic plastics sector. The region’s highly anticipated launch pad will take place on February 8-11, 2013; at Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre For details contact: Mohamed Shakeeb M/s Triune Exhibitors Pvt Ltd 25, 3rd Floor, 8th Main Road, Vasanthnagar, Bengaluru - 560 052. India Tel: 080-43307474, 080-22352770-71, Fax: +91-80-22352772 M: 098867 89641 / 098451 99545 Email: info@plastasia2013.com Website: www.plastasia2013.com

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International Composites Engineering Show 2012 Building on the success of its previous editions, this show will bring together designers, engineers, technicians, materials specialists, procurement & management teams from the global composites industry. It will highlight the latest developments in engineering composites and their applications in automotives, oil & gas, construction and consumer goods manufacturing; November 7-8, 2012; at NEC, Birmingham, United Kingdom For details contact: Ian Stone Leading Edge Events & Media Ltd 4 The Mews, 53 High Street, Hampton Hill, TW12 1ND, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 208 783 3574 Mob: +44 (0) 790 857 6050 Email: ian.stone@uktechevents.com Webiste: www.compositesexhibition.com

Thermoplastic Elastomers 2012 In its 15th edition, this international conference is an opportunity to network with leaders in the surging global thermoplastics industry. From medical applications to automotives and consumer durables, this event will highlight the current & future trends in thermoplastics applications; November 13-14, 2012; at Berlin Exhibition Centre, Germany For details contact: Smithers Rapra Shawbury, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4NR, United Kingdom Tel: +44-01939 250383 Fax: +44-01939 251118 Email: info@rapra.net Website: www.smithersrapra.com

Dongguan International Plastics Packaging & Rubber Exhibition China Dongguan International Plastics, Packaging & Rubber Exhibition, will display novel technology catering to plastics, packaging and rubber segments. It will highlight the trends in the Asian plastics &

packaging industry. November 14-17, 2012; at GD Modern International Exhibition Center, Dongguan, Guangdong, PR China For details contact: Guangdong Xunzhan Convention & Exhibition Ltd Room M2, 4th floor, HaiyangDizhi Mansion 477 Huanshi Road (E) Guangzhou - 510075, P R China Tel: +86-8761 2356, 8761 5755 Fax: +86-8730 5903 Email: pc@paper-com.com.cn Website: www.paper-com.com.cn

34500 Büyükçekmece, Istanbul, Turkey Tel: +90-212 8671100, Fax: +90-212 8869399 Email: tguzelaydin@tuyap.com.tr Website: www.plasteurasia.com

International Autumn Trade Fair This event in Dubai has emerged as a leading buyer-seller meeting ground for the consumer goods segment. It will be a good opportunity to display products in the plastics sector, eg, household items, kitchenware, toys, writing instrument, electrical fittings, sanitary ware, etc. December 11-13, 2012; Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC), Dubai, UAE

PET Outlook Asia for 2013, China This is the industry’s most comprehensive platform for PET. Several innovations are explored in terms of newer applications. PET Outlook Asia for 2013 is an absolutely essential networking and informative conference that will prepare the industry on what to expect in Asia for the year ahead. It will be a one stop platform for the PET industry. November 19-21, 2012; at the Mövenpick Hotel Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City

For details contact: Plexconcil Crystal Tower, Ground floor Gundivali Road No. 3, Off Sir M V Road Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400069 Tel: 022-26833951, 26833952 Fax: 022-26833953, 26834057 Email: office@plexconcil.gov.in Website: www.dubaiautumnfair.com

Arabplast 2013 This exhibition and conference is among the leading trade shows for the global petrochemicals & plastics processing industry. The petrochemical industry in the GCC region has become a major investment opportunity for the Gulf countries as they become the world’s largest source of Polyethylene and Polypropylene; January 7-10, 2013; at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, UAE

For details contact: Centre for Management Technology 80 Marine Parade Road #13-02 Parkway Parade Singapore 449269 Tel: (65) 6346 9124 / 6346 9132 Fax: (65) 6345 5928 Email:sasha@cmtsp.com.sg Website: http://www.biopolymersummit.com

Plast Eurasia 2012 This trade show is important in the expansion of plastics industry to new markets and influences machinery & technology investments. It will witness some leading innovations in precision plastics moulding and recycling; November 29 – December 2, 2012; at Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center, Istanbul, Turkey For details contact: Tamer Güzelaydin E – 5 Karayolu Üzeri, Gürpınar Kavşağı

For details contact: Jeen Joshua Al Fajer Information & Services PO Box 11183, Dubai, UAE Tel: +9714-340 6888, Fax: +9714-340 3608 Email: jeen@alfajer.net Website: www.arabplast.info 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

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EVENT PREVIEW: Engineering Expo Chennai 2012

CHENNAI November 22-25, 2012 Chennai Trade Centre

Offering a competitive advantage With the passage of time, Chennai has emerged as a hub for the automotive and allied industries. Amid this as well as the growth of other industries, Network18 Publishing is all set to hold the fifth edition of Engineering Expo Chennai. This edition will provide a suitable platform to exhibitors for showcasing their products and services to prospective visitors in a competitive atmosphere. Set to be held during November 22-25, 2012, this edition endeavours to get bigger and better. Shibani Shah and Chandreyee Bhaumik

hennai, originally known as Madras, has always been a major industrial hub. Located on the Coromandal Coast of the Bay of Bengal, the city is well connected to different parts of the country. With a number of industries located in Chennai the industrial growth of the city is at par with other parts of the globe. According to Deepak Sharma, Partner, Ball & Roller Bearing Co, “Chennai, in the past few years, has grown to become the largest automobile manufacturing hub and is still growing; in a single word Chennai has become a one-stop solution for industries.”

at Guindy, Thirumazhisai and Thirumudivakkam house medium and small-scale industries. Chennai has a large base of leather industry and accounts for about 50 per cent of the total exports of the country. Most of the footwear industries are located within CMA. In addition, a cluster of chemical industries is located at Manali in CMA. Further, an export-processing zone spreading over an area of 261 acre is located at Tambaram for apparel and other exports. Elaborating further, S Raghavan, Proprietor, Best Systems & Services, expounds, “Chennai is a potential industrial city. As major international companies are setting up shop here, the

Highlights of this edition

An evolving industrial destination Vision 2026 is to make Chennai a prime metropolis that will be more liveable, economically vibrant and environmentally sustainable as well as with better assets for future generations. According to various industry reports, the manufacturing industry of Chennai comprises large segments ranging from petrochemicals and chemical industry, electrical and automobile and several other related ancillary industries. Some of the largest industrial areas such as Ambattur and Manali are located in Chennai Metropolitan Area (CMA) and house multi-product industries. Other industrial estates

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supportive and ancillary industry growth is imminent. Chennai is developing proper infrastructure and promoting new industrial areas, which attracts a lot of investors. Chennaites’ work culture is also conducive to the new industries - both foreign as well as domestic.” Highlighting why Chennai has become an attractive destination, K Ravi, General Manager, MGM Varvel Power Transmissions, elaborates, “Chennai is an attractive destination because of its

Glimpses of previous edition 175+ exhibitors 11,359+ visitors 5,000+ products displayed ` 41.98 crore business generated

42,000 sq m exhibition area 85,000 kg machinery moved Delegations from more than 84 different companies such as Apollo Tyres; Brakes India; Bharath Weld Equipments & System; Bureau Vertas India; Valeo Systems; Petro Constructions; Lucas TVS; Wabco TVs; RK Engg Works; Indian Navy; Hyundai; Larsen & Turbo; Michellin Tyres; Foxconn India and many more

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infrastructure, the port and the established manufacturing base, and because of its desire to grow more.” Large automobile engineering, glass and ceramic industries, are located at Maraimalai Nagar, Irungattukottai, Sriperumbudur, Thiruvallur and Gummidipoondi around Chennai. It is interesting to note that Tamil Nadu accounts for about 21 per cent of passenger cars, 33 per cent of commercial vehicles and 35 per cent of automobile components produced in India. Indeed, Chennai, the ‘Detroit of India’ is truly emerging as a major export hub for cars in South East Asia. Commenting on the scope Chennai provides, PK Sivaswami, Mentor, India Operations, Zhejiang Fit Bearing Co Ltd, avers, “Chennai is a major hub for manufacturing auto components, electric motors, two wheelers, etc. This scale of exposure to the industry by participating in such events will help us to develop a market for our brand of bearings, which are at par in terms of quality with leading manufacturers offering competitive pricing.”

Glorious past edition The 4th edition of Engineering Expo Chennai in 2011 offered a unique platform for the exhibitors to showcase their products and business enhancement. There were more than 5,000 products displayed and about 12,692 visitors and generated a business transaction worth `41.98 crore. Apart from showcasing the best in terms of engineering innovations and technologies, the 4th edition of Engineering Expo Chennai 2011, served as a conducive platform in amalgamating the capabilities of the state with specific needs of the industries. With a strong base in MSME, this exhibition offered a unique advantage by not only providing new opportunities for enhancing the business, but also for augmenting the existing process with cost-effective technologies. Being an allinclusive engineering show, the event provided an opportunity to exhibitors from various sectors to spread awareness about their products and services. Describing the reason for his participation, Raghavan

adds, “We were inspired by the visitors’ profile and response to the expo.” With the expo expected to get bigger and better this year, the organisers are looking forward to larger number of exhibitors and visitors. Elaborating further, Ravi adds, “Our experience last year was good and we are looking forward to get more prospects this year.”

From the organiser’s desk Engineering Expo turns 11 this year. Elaborating on the success graph, Sandeep Khosla, Chief Executive Officer, Network 18 Publishing, comments, “After 10 successful years of service to the industry, Engineering Expo today has established itself as India’s largest multi-location trade show on manufacturing. The Expo is a preferred destination for small and medium enterprises as well as manufacturing & engineering organisations to further their growth and that of the industry at large.” “For the 2012–13 season, we have eight editions spread across an equal number of locations of a rising India. Keeping our esteemed exhibitors and valued customers in mind, we have made elaborate provisions to offer a never before experience. These, we reckon, will add substantial traction to the industrial growth of the nation,” Khosla adds.

High expectations from exhibitors With the Engineering Expo Chennai 2012 on the anvil, it is time for the exhibitors to build up on their expectations. Discussing his expectations from the expo, Sharma states, “We are expecting a huge footfall from quality buyers. We look forward to spreading awareness about the availability of worldclass quality products and generating new possibilities of developments in products & services.” While exposure to potential clients and quality visitors is the major expectation of the exhibitors, Raghavan adds, “We want to exhibit our potential in providing innovative solutions to typical requirements of process industries.” Continuing in this regard, Manoj Kumar, Director, Apex Auctions India Pvt Ltd, informs, “We are sellers of

New attractions in this edition Panel discussion aims at providing a roadmap to infuse growth in the region Institutional Buyer Involvement Plan to attract delegations from large corporate and major institutions Improvised visitor profiling — profile, scan, filter and bring in visitors as per exhibitors’ requirements Providing business networking support to exhibitors by leveraging Network 18 Publishing’s industry connect Credit rating facilities for the benefit of exhibitors Providing complete travel solutions for exhibitors Offering logistics services to ensure smooth cargo handling, custom clearing, transport compliance, etc equipment, machine and tools pertaining to the manufacturing industry and are participating in the Engineering Expo Chennai for the first time. We are expecting the right to gain exposure to the small and medium enterprises, small scale industries who will be attending the expo.” Seconding the above thoughts, K Balaji, Chief Executive Officer, Aquaflow Enterprises, elaborates, “We are hoping to generate enquiries. Last year, we had participated in the expo and this is the second time for us. This expo is beneficial for us since Chennai is the manufacturing hub, and therefore, we are aiming to generate a lot of business from here.” Sharing his expectations, Ravi adds, “We are anticipating visitors from sectors such as auto, pharma, chemical, automation, material handling, construction and packaging to visit us. We are focussing on our range of products such as gearboxes, gear motors, motors & brake motors, and are aiming to establish our brand.” Email: chandreyee.bhaumik@network18publishing.com

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EVENT REPORT: Delcam Asian Technical Summit 2012

A showcase of tomorrow’s technologies today Delcam, a global pioneer in CAD/CAM software and services, recently held its Asian Technical Summit (ATS) in Indonesia for the first time. Among a wide array of state-of-the-art technologies presented at this event, several were of particular interest to mould makers in the plastics industry. A report from Jakarta where the past, present and future of tool design, manufacturing and inspection came alive… Manas R Bastia

ne of the main reasons behind the ubiquity of plastics in our lives today is due to the ease in which it can be moulded to the required shape. The parts that used to be bulky and prismatic in the earlier years are now sleek and ergonomic. This significant success has been achieved, thanks to the advent of Computer Aided Designing and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software and Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines, which are able to carve out a mould of any shape and size!

An indispensable part of manufacturing From tiny heart valves to giant yachts, CAD/CAM software has optimised the process of design through to manufacturing

of these plastic components. Realistic 3D visualisation of the models, even before they are manufactured, helps companies save millions in prototyping costs. Even old plastic components for which no technical data exists, can be reverse engineered using CAD software. This helps in enhancing the qualities of the part, while retaining its basic form, if needed. In short, what used to take weeks or, even months to make, can now be made in a matter of hours on the computer with a CAD/CAM system, and also validated before manufacturing.

A forum where brain meets brawn This year’s Delcam ATS, sponsored by Hewlett-Packard, was the twelfth in the annual series. Over 120 delegates attended this international congregation with many from Indonesia and representatives from 12 other countries. Debbie Clark,

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Director, UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) in Indonesia officially opened Delcam ATS 2012. On this occasion, Clive Martell, Chief Executive Officer, Delcam Plc reflected on Delcam’s 40th anniversary and noted that 26 per cent of the company’s profit is invested in product development, which is substantially higher than any competing organisation. New developments from the company showcased at the Summit included extra direct modelling options in the PowerSHAPE CAD system, the new Vortex machining strategy for high-speed area clearance and a new integrated system for electrode design, manufacturing and inspection.

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of PowerSHAPE boasts of direct modelling with a focus on design for manufacturing, in particular on preparing product designs for the development of moulds and other types of tooling. Direct modelling is also helpful in identifying fillets within imported geometry, even when the modelling history has been lost. These can then be replaced with new fillets having more suitable radii in order to change any impractical fillet sizes by designers. ‘Replace Face’ and ‘Solid Core’ commands are especially useful in the design of electrodes for EDM.

Vortex area clearance Delcam’s flagship product PowerMILL (CAM) has developed Vortex, for which Delcam has a patent pending. Vortex is a new high speed machining strategy that offers maximum benefit from solid carbide tooling, in particular those designs that can give deeper cuts by using the full flute length as the cutting surface. This is particularly important for plastic moulds and electrodes, where using conventional area-clearance strategies means that optimum cutting conditions only occur during a straight-line cut. Any internal corners within the model significantly increase the engagement angle of the cutter and thus, there is a compromise on the rate of material removal. Vortex strategy produces toolpaths with a controlled engagement angle for the complete operation. This maintains the optimum cutting conditions for the entire toolpath that would normally be possible only for the straight-line moves. As a result, the cutting time will be shorter, while cutting will be undertaken at a more consistent volume-removal rate and feed rate, so protecting the machine.

Electrode solution Delcam’s Electrode Solution also helps plastic mould manufacturers to effectively design and machine electrodes for Electric Discharge Machining (EDM). The solution has a single file format .trode throughout the process, which makes it simpler and easier to transfer information from one process to the other (for example, design

through to machining). Once the electrode is machined, it can further be checked on a Co-ordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for QA purposes. The .trode format ensures that this procedure is done seamlessly.

Seamless manufacturing One of the most important fillers, Delcam Exchange has enabled many plastic mould manufacturers to bridge the gap in data exchange, by reading in native file formats of different CAD software and seamlessly using this data for manufacturing. Martell said, “About 33 per cent of our customers globally are toolmakers, with most of them being in the plastics domain. Packaging, toys, white goods and automotive are the areas to which our customers cater to largely. Our USP for success in this area is due to the fact that we have complementing software modules, which add substantial value to the entire process, right from design to manufacturing to inspection.” Concurring with Martell’s views, Vineet Seth, Managing Director, Delcam India and Middle East, said, “A large number of Delcam India customers are suppliers to the automotive plastics industry. To stay on top of the competition in the mould making industry, it is critical that the time to market is compressed as much as possible. This is only possible, if we are able to shrink each sub process to its optimal level. The Delcam range of PowerSolutions addresses this at the core. With quicker wizard based steps in mould design, to reducing non-productive air moves in toolpath generation, we are able to achieve practical results.” To witness Delcam’s software in action, there was a facility visit of one of its key customers in Indonesia, Astra Otoparts, which produces and distributes spare parts for two-wheelers & four-wheelers. This automotive component company uses PowerSHAPE and PowerMILL among other software in the design section of its mould shop facilities.

Way forward Delcam is now working with robots to machine large composite components.

Direct modelling in PowerSHAPE makes it easier to make design modifications

Delcam’s new Vortex strategy allows high-efficiency area removal

Machining toolpaths can be generated automatically in PowerMILL using information in the .trode file

Adding to this Seth said, “Our customers in this business are amazed by the simplicity with which they are able to machine and measure using the same robot, without the need to move the part from its location. Delcam is also working on using robots to assist in part repair.” Martell closed the Summit by summing up Delcam’s recent key achievements, including celebration of its 40,000th customer. He concluded by saying, “We have also invested substantially in additive manufacturing research. This will pave the way for both plastics as well as moulds to be built from the ground up in the near future. Apart from reducing wastage of material, this will also ensure that we live in a greener world – by reducing the overall carbon footprint.” Email: manas@network18publishing.com

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EVENT REPORT: Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012

AHMEDABAD October 5-8, 2012

Gujarat University Exhibition Hall

Gujarat, a manufacturing hub housing a large number of Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs), multinational companies, etc, has witnessed tremendous industrial growth in the last few years. The recently held Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012 succeeded in adding further impetus to this growth by offering the manufacturing fraternity, especially the SMEs in the segment, a perfect platform to boost business and profits. Meeting the expectations of exhibitors and visitors alike, the Expo has reached yet another milestone and promised to define new horizons in its next edition. A report…

The Chief Guest BB Swain (centre) inaugurating the Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012 in the presence of Sunil Shah (second from left) and Richard Moore (third from left)

Avani Jain

ujarat, renowned for its vibrant and buoyant economy, has been at the forefront of industrial growth, thanks to the entrepreneurial culture of its people and strong infrastructure focus of its policy makers. In this backdrop, the 11th edition of Engineering Expo Ahmedabad, held from October 5-8, 2012, proved to be a catalyst in accelerating this growth, further, by bringing the industry veterans from the manufacturing sector, especially SMEs, together under one roof and offering ample business opportunities. Organised by Network 18 Publishing, the Expo has emerged as one of the major trade platforms for the industry.

President, Network 18 Publishing; and Archana Tiwari-Nayudu, Executive Editor, SEARCH, Network 18 Publishing. Engineering Expo Ahmedabad was well-organised. It was not only

Highlights of this edition 225+ exhibitors pan India 15,190+ business visitors Business transacted worth

` 60.70 crore expected 13,136+ business leads generated

15,000+ products displayed

Grand opening The inauguration function was graced by the presence of Chief Guest B B Swain, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation; Richard Moore, Group Manufacturing Manager, UK Carbon & Graphite Company; Sunil Shah, Chairman, Gujarat Innovation Society; Sudhanva Jategaonkar, Associate Vice

pitomising ntrepreneurial xcellence

More than 1,00,000 kg machinery moved in for display appreciated by industry veterans from the country but also professionals from abroad were overwhelmed to see such an event being organised on a huge scale. Moore averred, “I am surprised at the range of products displayed at this Expo.

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Some of these products are really good & competitive, which need to be promoted in the European market as well. My message to the exhibitors would be that this is a professional show and you need to take this level of professionalism into your manufacturing plants as well. An event like Engineering Expo is a first step for taking the industry to the next level. The exhibitors should not only focus on India but the world market as well.” During the inaugural session, an exhibitor directory featuring the list of all the exhibitors of Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012 was also unveiled.

Gujarat as a manufacturing hub The manufacturing industry in Gujarat has highly evolved, over the years. Commenting on the growth of manufacturing sector in the state and the importance of Engineering Expo, Swain said, “Manufacturing is one of the core sectors in Gujarat. The State Government has launched ambitious projects for the sector as the objective is to enhance the growth of the industry. In such a scenario, an event like this can add to the growth of the manufacturing segment as it focusses a lot on the small

Engineering Expo Ahmedabad 2012

and medium enterprises. The event is a good platform for promoting business, branding and trading. It has really grown bigger since last few years and is a one-of-its-kind Expo.”

Bringing SMEs into limelight The distinguished guests saw this mega trade show as an encouraging initiative from the industry’s point of view. Being the largest SME gathering in the state, the Expo has really helped SMEs immensely. Shah noted, “SMEs in the manufacturing segment have limited resources. So, if they want to travel to different places for gathering knowledge about different products, it would not be feasible for them. Thus, in such a scenario, an event where a cross-section of machinery is displayed under one roof can truly benefit the SMEs. They can not only gather knowledge about different products but also have physical access to the various products and technologies. Thus, such events can really aid the growth of industry.”

Valuable experience for exhibitors Being an all-inclusive engineering show, the event provided an opportunity to exhibitors from various sectors to spread awareness about their products and services. Bhavin Siddhapura, Chairman, Macht Exim LLP, noted, “We first participated in 2010 and since then we are regular exhibitors in different editions of Engineering Expo, irrespective of the city in which it is held. It has helped us in brand building and spreading awareness about our products, leading to a good number of business enquiries.” The exhibitors received an overwhelming response and generated many leads with potential to generate revenues. S J Gijare, General ManagerHandling Equipment Division, CTR Manufacturing Industries Ltd, said, “Though such exhibitions do not generate immediate revenues, these surely help a company in the long run as there is ‘word of mouth’ publicity. Moreover, events like these help us to tap customers who are not from the city where we have our office.”

Visitors thronging the stalls at the event

Highlighting the long-term fruitful association with the organisers, Bijal Shah, Director, Sharad Industrial Products Pvt Ltd, said, “We have been participating in the Engineering Expo since last three years. Over the years, the event has become highly professional. The Panel Discussion organised as a prelude to the Expo further increased the credibility of this event.” There was a general consensus that Engineering Expo has highly evolved over the years and becoming better with each edition. Major Amitava Mittra, Chief Operating Officer, BGI Engitech Pvt Ltd, said, “The event seems to be a great success. The organisers have put in great efforts to provide us everything we wanted and on time. I heartily congratulate the organisers for putting up such a great show.”

Displaying a sense of contentment The event attracted several visitors from leading industrial centres in and around Gujarat. Their satisfaction with the show can be gauged from the fact that most of them are eagerly looking forward to the next year’s edition. Ashish Shah, Senior Marketing Manager (Materials), InspirOn Engineering Pvt Ltd, opined, “I have attended previous year’s Engineering Expo as well and every year, the event has helped us in locating at least four to five suppliers. We would like to attend this event in the future too as such exhibitions really enhance our knowledge about the industry.”

Engineering Expo provided a common networking platform for leaders in the industry to showcase their products and this helped the potential customers in taking better business decisions. “Engineering Expo helps us gather information about the various products available in the market. We are able to interact with several companies at one time under the same roof. This event has really helped in the growth of my business,” noted Vijay Patel, Marketing Manager, Prism Group of Company. Another visitor, Dr B S Munjal, Head, Structural & Thermal Analysis Division, Scientist/Engineer - SG - Space Application Centre, Indian Space Research Organisation, said, “This Expo has helped us in widening our technical horizons and gathering maximum information about the products we require.” It is not only the organisers and exhibitors who believed that the event has evolved over the time, but even regular visitors shared the same sentiment. Satish Prajapati, Proprietor, Conquest Engineering, averred, “What lures us to Engineering Expo is the brand image of Network 18. It really provides an impetus to the event. Every year, the event is getting better than what it was in the last season.” Taking the next leap forward, the upcoming editions of this multi-location trade show are gearing up to offer the best business prospects to one and all. Don’t miss the opportunity! Email: avani.jain@network18publishing.com

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BOOK REVIEW

Plastics Additives Handbook Authors : Hans Zweifel, Ralph Maier and Michael Schiller Price: ` 21,797 Additives have earned the title of being ‘miracle workers for the plastics industry’. Modern additives are mostly tailor-made systems that guarantee the plastics industry the development of materials to meet the present & future challenges. Since the publication of the first edition 25 years ago, the Plastics Additives Handbook has been widely regarded as the Bible of all publications on plastics additives. In the new millennium, the completely revised fifth edition has proved to be an essential reference. The technical contents of the fifth edition have been retained. The only major changes are in the chapter on Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) additives, an area in which legislation in the European Union and the US is driving rapid and drastic changes. These changes are reflected in the completely revised chapters, besides historical, toxicological as well as new scientific aspects are incorporated. The chapter on plasticisers has been included in the chapter on PVC additives. In all chapters, tables containing information on products and suppliers have been updated to reflect status with respect to acquisitions, mergers and divestments in the world of plastics additives’ producers that have happened since 2000. The URL of additive manufacturers has also been provided. A comprehensive list of trade names and suppliers is included at the end.

Handbook of Thermoset Resins Author: Debdatta Ratna Price: ` 11,538 This book is dedicated to thermoset resins, an important class of polymer materials. Unlike thermoplastics, thermoset resins are characterised by a curing reaction, which converts the low molecular weight liquid resins into a solid three-dimensional network. The main advantage of thermosets over thermoplastics is that a wide range of properties can be achieved by simply adjusting the crosslink density of the thermoset network, without changing the chemical structure. The book satisfies the need for a self-sufficient book dedicated to thermoset resins. Hence, the author had compiled his fundamental understanding and long research experience in this specialised field in this book. The book is divided into seven chapters. It starts with a general introduction to thermosets, which includes network concepts, additives, techniques/ instrumentation and their applications to characterise a thermoset resin. The chemistry properties and applications of individual thermoset resins are discussed in chapters 2 & 3. Chapters 4 and 5 deal with modification of thermoset resins for improvement in fracture toughness. The thermoset-based composites and nanocomposites are discussed in chapters 6 & 7, respectively. With such a broad technical content covering the fundamentals and recent advances, the book will serve as a useful textbook-cum-handbook for students, engineers and scientists from academics, research laboratories as well as the industry.

Reviewer: Dr R Rangaprasad, Independent Polymer Professional Available at: SCI-TECH Books & Periodicals, 414, Janki Centre, Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai 400 053 Tel: 022-2673 5260/6697 0507 • Telefax: 022-2673 5424/2673 5260 • Email: scitechbooks@gmail.com

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PRODUCT DU S

Looking For A Specific Product? Searching and sourcing products were never so easy. Just type MPP (space) Product Name and send it to 51818

eg. MPP Moulding and send it to 51818 Pulveriser The pulveriser is suitable for processing of P.V.C pipes, LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE, EVA, PS silicone rubber and PET. It is also used in rotational molding and master batch manufacturing industries. The pulveriser eliminates the use of conventional type drum mixer, high speed mixer for colour pigments, additives for subsequent processing in extruders or compounding machines. Instead of blending the colour pigments/additives with granules which results in uneven blending in the final product, the granules are pulverised in the pulveriser machine to produce the resin powder. The polymer resin powder is then blended with the required colour pigments/additives in the conventional mixer and processed in the compounding machine/ extruder. The pulveriser helps achieve optimum production and ensures superior quality standards in the finished products. N. A. Corporation Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079-25840374, 25841821 Fax: 079-25840809 Email: info@naroto.com, sales@naroto.com Website: www.naroto.com, www.pulverizer.in

Co-extrusion blown film extruder Co-extrusion blown film extrusion line is available in two layer or three layer configuration producing variety of quality film for various industries. The extrusion line is available from monolayer film to multilayer film. The multilayer blown film line can be used for general purpose packaging film, lamination film, complex technical film and food packaging with high grade barrier properties. It is build with the concept of modular system and provides solutions uniquely to each individual’s process need from gravimetric dosing system, efficient energy saving extruder, filter changer, multilayer dies to innovative solution of auto profile cooling ring. Jenn Chong Plastics Machinery Works Co Ltd Chia-Yi Hsien - Taiwan Tel: +886-5-2376175, Fax: +886-5-2376176 Email: sales@jennchong.com.tw Website: www.jennchong.com.tw

Side sealing machine

Portable chiller has a high ambient option available that provides consistent cooling up to 120°F ambient-5 to 15 hp single refrigeration circuits. The 50°F leaving water capacity ranges from 1.2 to 28.8 tons. Range of leaving water temperature is 20°- 65°F. Compressor ranges from 1.5 - 15 hp. Nominal flow to process is 6-138 gpm. Various options include dual pumps, PLC control, condenser fan VFD and a shell and tube condenser.

The side sealing machine has a robust structure fit for side sealing 70 to 450 gsm fabrics up to 100 ft maximum. The sealing machine seals off HDPE/PP laminated fabrics, LD sheets of above 500 gauge and PVC coated, SRF nylon sheet, flex banner (poster), polyester fabric coated material. The structure length is 2 mtr long and includes pressure system, electrical control panel, air blower, rope reinforcement attachment edge welding width of 25 mm to 45 mm, automatic rope insertion and edge sealing. The machine also features a control panel with an in-house electronic and electrical assembly for the machine and a timer circuit to control the speed. Moreover, the machine has a three phase power load supply, drive system, heating system etc.

Nu-Vu Conair Pvt Ltd Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079- 3298 5993, 25841181, Fax: 079-2584 1259, 2583 6164 Email: nuvuengineers@yahoo.com Website: www.conairgroup.com

Shri Gurukrupa Engg Works Vadodara - Gujarat Tel: 0265-3042371, Mob: 09376218406 Fax: 0265-2653007 Email: shrigurukrupaengg@yahoo.com Website: www.shrigurukrupaengg.com

Portable chiller

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Thickness Measurement Gauge slash energy waste and provide a higher degree of control over the drying process. Too much air flow will result in wasted energy whereas too little air flow will result in poor drying performance. It can be locked in with the touch of a finger once proper conditions are established.

Thickness measurement gauge is designed for use with all non-magnetic/ non-ferritic materials such as plastic, wood, glass, ceramic, glass fibre, carbon fibre, non-ferrous metal etc. Application areas include wall thickness measurement of all types of containers such as bottles, cans and injection mouldings, complex shapes etc. It works on the magneto-static principle and the gauge reaches a measuring rate of up to 20 readings per second. Two sensors are available covering ranges from 0 – 4 mm and 0 – 10 mm. Measuring accuracy up to ± (0, 5μm + 1% of reading) can be obtained. Low range sensitivity is 0.1 μm. It is operated simply by sliding the probe across the area to be measured.

Nu–Vu Conair Pvt Ltd Ahmadabad - Gujarat Mob: 09377483203, 09377483205 Email: salesindia@conairgroup.com Website: www.conairgroup.com

Bombay Tools Supplying Agency Mumbai - Maharashtra Tel: 022- 23426495, 23421326 Fax: 022 -23401933 Email: info@bombaytools.com Website: www.bombaytools.com

Single stage drying system Single stage drying system allows users to optimise d r y i n g conditions, save energy and produce high quality finished products more e f f i c i e n t l y. The single stage system was developed for processors of PET and other polymers that require high drying temperatures, applications in which throughput varies and where electrical costs are high. The dryers can handle resin throughputs between 400 lbs/hr and 5000 lbs/hr (182 kg/hr and 2273 kg/hr). In the system, several new technologies are used to November 2012 | Modern Plastics & Polymers 113

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Thermic fluid heater The thermic fluid heater and hot water generator have capacities ranging from 30,000 kCal/hr to 20,00,000 kCal/hr. Maximum operating temperature is 300°C for thermic fluid and 130°C for hot water. Concentric coil is made from MS seamless tube of Asthma 106 GR-B. The unit is equipped with high efficiency oil/gas burner with air pre-heater arrangement giving high thermal efficiency of 87 ± 2 per cent on NCV. The unit is outside the purview of IBR. Aero Therm Systems Pvt Ltd Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079-25890158, Mob: 09825008720 Email: contact@aerothermsystem.com Website: www.aerothermsystem.com

Extruder Extruder is offered for producing nylon monofilament. Nylon monofilament is used as bristles in production of brushes, brooms and also fishing nets etc. The equipment comprises a single-screw extruder fitted with nitrided screw and barrel set, AC motor drive, inverter panel for smooth control of screw speed, heaters, die-head with spinneret for producing filaments, chilling tank, take-up stations with variable speed drives, orientation oven, stabilising oven, spool winder and control panels. Malik Engineers Dist Thane - Maharashtra Tel: 0250-2390839 Email: info@malikengg.com Website: www.malikengg.com

Die changing system This is an automatic and labour-saving quick diechanging system and a printed circuit board punching and stripping system. Production cost can be reduced by automatic production, improved machine activation and high-quality finished ejection products. The automatic mould changing trolley system contains one-button fully automatic movein and move-out types as well as semi-automatic move-in and move-out types. Forwell Precision Machinery Co Ltd Changhua County - Taiwan Tel: +886-4-8345196 Fax: +886-4-8345197 Email: forwell@forwell.com Website: www.forwell.com 114 Modern Plastics & Polymers | November 2012

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Plastic brighteners/shiners and whitener Plastic brightener, shiner and whitener is used for natural transparent, colours and milky white end products. It is also used for adding clarity and gloss finish to natural transparent polymers. The products give shining and bright finish colours to end products. It removes yellowness and dullness from the end products and make them super milky white. The products are used in virgin, second, dull natural or milky white sutli, ropes, twine, reprocess granules, HDPE-LDPE-PVC pipes and profiles etc. Plast Fine Polymers Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079-65242332 Mob: 09825587152 Email: plastfine@indiatimes.com

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PRODUCT S

Co-extrusion system

Crystallised hopper dryer

It is a complete aircooled blown-film co-extrusion system up to 11-layers for the most demanding food, medical and industrial packaging applications. The barrier film line is configured with the legendary streamlined co-extrusion die (SCD) either in its conventional configuration with air-gap temperature isolation between modules or in its more recent compact FlexSTACK configuration. Superior thickness uniformity is achieved with the I-Flex auto gauge control system, while unsurpassed roll quality with any type of film is attained with the FlexWIN gap turret winders with linear lay-on roll.

Crystallised hopper dryer has unique mixer inside the stainless insulated hopper which stirs the resin simultaneously while drying. To crystallise, it increases the IV value and speeds up the crystallisation process. The mixer dries evenly and in a short time. It is the best choice for PET users and applies to blow and injection moulding machinery factories. With the expansion of PET bottles application, there is a highperformance requirement on preform injection moulding equipment.

Brampton Engineering Inc Ontario - Canada Tel: +1-905-7933000 Email: salesadmin@be-ca.com Website: www.be-ca.com

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Yann Bang Electrical Machinery Co Ltd Guandong - China Tel: +86-4-2271-6999 Fax: +86-4-2271-1988 Email: yb@yannbang.com Website: www.yannbang.com

PRODUCT S

Plastic injection moulding machine

This injection moulding machine provides complete plastic processing solution. The machine is used to mould plastic into the desired shape. It is designed as per the current technical developments and is quality tested. The plastic injection moulding machine comes with an auto-centralised lubrication system and a motorised mould height adjustment. Sarada Machinery Company Hyderabad â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Andhra Pradesh Tel: 040-23076557, Mob: 09849546022 Email: info@saradamachinery.com Website: www.saradamachinery.com

Air-cooled compressor A i r - c o o l e d compressors is offered to industries that demand oil-free air at their application point.Non-lubricated compressor offers advantages of low energy consumption and low running costs. The air-cooled design eliminates the need for water cooling systems, thereby saving industrial water costs. Two-stage air-cooled aftercooler has a 0.25-kW single-phase motor driving a cooling fan. This eliminates the need for cooling towers, water circulation pumps and the associated piping, thus reducing the initial investment. This also reduces the installed power. Elgi Equipments Ltd Coimbatore - Tamil Nadu Tel: 0422-2589326 Mob: 09790039326 Email: enquiry@elgi.com Website: www.elgi.com

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Servo pump Servo pump can be easily connected to injection and blow moulding machines and hydraulic presses. The pump significantly reduces energy consumption of hydraulic machine. It also features shorter cycle times, higher accuracy and lower noise levels. Servicing facilities are available in all major cities.

resistant. Besides being light-weight, it facilitates easy handling, transport and storage, especially during monsoon when metal parts call for great attention. The product is available in different sizes and shapes to suit allengineering requirements. Classic Polymers & Resins Mumbai - Maharashtra Tel: 022-24465251 Email: sales@classicpolymers.co.in Website: www.classicpolymers.com

Baumuller India Pvt Ltd Pune - Maharashtra Tel: 020-40160303 Mob: 09850834273 Email: ashutosh.kulkarni@baumuller.in Website: www.baumuller.in

Extrusion coating lamination plant

The extrusion coating lamination plant offers various substrates required for PP/HDPE woven fabric, non-woven fabric, paper poly coating requirements etc. These machines consist of unwinder turret or mechanical type, corona treater, anchor coating, extruder 75 mm with 28:1 screw ratio, coat hanger-type die, laminator unit with line speed of 120 mpm, sandwich unwinder, winder turret or surface type, AC control panel cabinet and heating panel cabinet. Ocean Extrusions Ahmedabad - Gujarat Tel: 079-22902200, Mob: 09724325401 Email: oceanextrusions@gmail.com Website: www.oceanextrusions.com

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Vacuum dryer

The Orient vacuum dryer consists of a conical cylinder provided with a jacket for hot water, steam or oil heating. The indirect heating process is carried out under vacuum while recovery of solvent is possible by conducting the vapour-generated drying operation. The dryer rotates, whereas rapid and thorough intermixing of the entire batch brings every particle in contact, repeatedly with the heated surface for more rapid heat conduction. The heat efficiency of the drying system is two times greater than the ordinary dryer. Toshniwal Systems & Instruments pvt ltd Chennai - Tamil Nadu Tel: 044-26445626 Email: mixer@toshniwal.net Website: www.toshniwal.net

Plastic milk cans A wide range of plastic milk cans in various sizes and designs are offered. These cans are apt for the Indian dairy farms and are a perfect substitute for aluminium cans. Cost-effectiveness, light weight and durability are some of the core traits of the plastic milk cans. Samruddhi Industries Ltd Sangli - Maharashtra Tel: 0233-264573 Mob: 09423677084 Email: samruddhi@samruddhi.com Website: www.samruddhi.com

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Looking For A Specific Product? Searching and sourcing products were never so easy. Just type MPP (space) Product Name and send it to 51818

eg. MPP Moulding and send it to 51818 Product

Pg No

Product

Pg No

Product

Pg No

Acoustic enclosure .....................................................51

Conical twin screw extruder ................................................. 16

Feeding and conveying ......................................... 79,83

Additive master batch ..................................................... 33, 39

Connector.......................................................................... FGF

Finger gripper........................................................................ 29

Air audit blower .................................................................... 26

Continuous screen changer ................................................. 132

Flame retardant master batch ............................................... 33

Air bubble sheet plant........................................................... 75

Conventional phase failure relay ............................................. 6

Fluid ...................................................................................... 99

Air-conditioner part .......................................................... FGF

Corrugated plastic pipe extrusion machinery ....................... 30

Fueling system ....................................................................... 26

Air-cooled compressor ........................................................ 117

Corrugator ............................................................................. 30

Fully automatic strapping plant ............................................ 75

All electric machine .............................................................. 21

Counter ................................................................................... 6

Gear ..........................................................................99

Analog timer ........................................................................... 6

CPVC pipe...................................................................... 10, 23

Gear box ................................................................................ 99

Ancillary equipment .............................................................. 63

Crusher ................................................................................ 121

Gear motor ............................................................................ 99

Auto dosing and mixing system.......................................... 121

Crystallised hopper dryer .................................................... 116

Gear pump ..................................................................... 70,132

Auto motive gripper .............................................................. 29

Crystalliser............................................................................. 79

Geared and flexible coupling ................................................ 99

Auto vacuum loader ............................................................ 121

Cutting and stitching machine ............................................. 14

Granulating and recycling ..................................................... 83

Automation system ............................................................... 83

Cyclic olefin copolymer (COC).........................................BIC

Granulator .............................................................. 79,129,FIC

Barrel ......................................................................132

Dehumidified air dryer ...........................................FGF

Gravimetric blender ............................................................ 129

Batch weigh blender ............................................................. 24

Dehumidified dryer ............................................................ FIC

Gripper .................................................................................. 29

BI - axial plant .................................................................... 127

Dehumidifying air dryer ......................................... 81,121,129

Head lamp and tail lamp ........................................FGF

Biodegradable masterbatch ................................................... 39

Delphi ATDC brake motor .................................................. 88

Heart valve frame.................................................................. 37

Black master batch .......................................................... 33, 39

Delphi three-phase motor ..................................................... 88

Heat transfer roll ................................................................. 132

Blender ......................................................................... 19, FIC

Die changing system ........................................................... 114

Heating and cooling.............................................................. 83

Blending unit .................................................................... FGF

Differential scanning calorimetry.......................................... 47

High cavitation ..................................................................... 17

Blower series ......................................................................... 83

Digital panel meter ............................................................... 12

High performance screw ..................................................... 132

Blown film extrusion system ............................................... BC

Digital temperature controller............................................... 42

High precision hydraulic clamping

Box series wormgear unit ...................................................... 88

Dilatometry ........................................................................... 47

injection moulding machine.................................................. 91

Cast film line .............................................................75

Door trim .......................................................................... FGF

High speed mixer ............................................................. 27,73

Center seal............................................................................... 5

Dosing and mixing................................................................ 83

HM/HDPE/ lDPE/llDPE .................................................. 75

Central material conveying system ..................................... 121

Drives .................................................................................... 42

Hopper dryer ....................................................................... 121

Chemical and industrial pump ........................................... 115

Dry van pump ....................................................................... 51

Hopper loader ..................................................................... 129

Chemical pump ................................................................... 116

Dry-break coupling ............................................................... 26

Hot air dryer ......................................................... 81,129,FGF

Circular weaving machine ..................................................... 14

Drying and dehumidfying..................................................... 83

Hot runner system ................................................................ 83

Clean room application ......................................................... 17

Drymax air-hot air dryer ................................................... FIC

Hydraulic injection moulding machine................................. 21

Cleaning oven ..................................................................... 132

Drymax dryer ..................................................................... FIC

Hydraulic motor .................................................................... 22

Cluster facia ...................................................................... FGF

Drymax pet-dehumidified dryer ........................................ FIC

Hydraulic pump .................................................................... 22

CNC vertical machining center ............................................ 85

Dual channel with modbus ................................................... 42

Hydraulic servo drive ............................................................ 22

Co-extruded sheet and telecom cable ................................... 69

Dynamic controller ............................................................... 42

IML technique ..........................................................17

Co-extrusion blown film extruder....................................... 112

Ejector.......................................................................26

Injection moulding cachinery................................................ 93

Co-extrusion system............................................................ 116

Elastomer extrusion pump .................................................. 115

Injection moulded component ............................................ 117

Co-kneader............................................................................ 63

Electric injection moulding machine gearbox......................... 7

Injection moulding machine .............................. 25,34,56,FGF

Colour masterbatch ................................................ 15,33,39,63

Engineering plastic material ............................................... 119

In-line drip irrigation plant................................................... 49

Colouring extrusion plant ................................................... 127

Exporter of thermoplastic component ................................ 117

Inline drip tubing ............................................................. 10,23

Compact chiller ................................................................... 129

Extruder machine ...................................................... 27,73,114

Knob and switch ....................................................FGF

Compounding extrusion...................................................... 127

Extrusion ............................................................................. BC

Largeflow water heater ...............................................83

Compounding extrusion plant ............................................ 127

Extrusion coating lamination plant....................................... 75

LHP motor ........................................................................... 97

Compounding mixer ........................................................... 127

Extrusion coating lamination plant..................................... 119

Liquid crystaline lymer (LCP)...........................................BIC

Compounding system with focus........................................ 113

Extrusion coating lines (lamination ant)............................... 14

Loader ................................................................................ FIC

Compressed air dryer ............................................................ 79

Extrusion dies.......................................................................... 8

Loading arm.......................................................................... 26

Compressed air system .......................................................... 31

Extrusion plant.................................................................... 127

Manual and hydraulic screen changer ....................... 132

Compressor ...................................................................... 26,31

Extrusion pump..................................................................... 70

Masterbatch...................................................................... 33,69

Conductive compound .......................................................... 39

Extrusion system ................................................................. BC

Master-batch feeder ............................................................ 121

FGF - Front Gate Fold, FIC - Front Inside Cover, BIC - Back Inside Cover, BGF - Back Gate Fold, BC - Back Cover

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Product

Pg No

Product

Pg No

Product

Pg No

Material dryer ....................................................................... 19

PP glass filled compound ...................................................... 33

Sprue picker .......................................................................... 29

Material storage .................................................................. 129

PP mineral filled compound ................................................. 33

Stack mould .......................................................................... 17

Medical mould ...................................................................... 17

PP -R pipes ...................................................................... 10,23

Standard induction motor ..................................................... 97

Melt pump for extruder ...................................................... 116

PP TQ plant ......................................................................... 75

Storage tank equipment ........................................................ 26

Melt pump for reaction kettle............................................. 116

PP/ HDPE-semi automatic strapping plant ........................ 75

SV power cooled motor ........................................................ 88

Mfrs of hdpe tarpaulin heat sealing machine ....................... 20

PP/HDPE rafffia tape line ................................................... 75

System solution ..................................................................... 83

Micro fine pulverising system ............................................. 127

Pplyacetal copolymer (POM) ............................................BIC

Tank truck equipment................................................26

Milky polymer ..................................................................... 115

PPRP powder...................................................................... 115

Tape stretching line with inverter driven cheese winder ...... 14

Mono and multilayer sheet line ............................................ 14

Precision moulding............................................................ FGF

Technical mould .................................................................... 17

Monofilament line................................................................. 14

Priming valve......................................................................... 26

Temperature controller .................................................. 6,12,42

Monolayer blown film ..................................................... 10, 23

Printing and cutting / rewinding machine ........................... 14

Temperature sensitive application ....................................... 113

Monolayer blown film line.................................................. BC

Process controller .................................................................. 12

Thermic fluid heater ........................................................... 114

Motor .................................................................................... 88

Profile controller.................................................................... 42

Thermoformer ..................................................................... BC

Mould ............................................................................... 27,73

Pulveriser ................................................................... 27,73,112

Thermoforming ................................................................... BC

Mould changing system ...................................................... 119

Pump ......................................................................... 26,51,115

Thermoforming and ps foam.............................................. BC

Mould temperature controller ........................................ 81,129

Pumps for rubber extrusion ................................................ 116

Thermoplast production pump ........................................... 115

Moulding............................................................................... 17

PVC and cable compound .................................................. 113

Thick and wide plastic sheet extrusion line.......................... 18

MTC .................................................................................. FIC

PVC compound .................................................................... 69

Thickness measurement gauge............................................ 113

Multi component mould ....................................................... 17

PVC foam core pipe ........................................................ 10,23

Three arm bi-axial roto moulding machine..................... 27,73

Multi layer cast film line ....................................................... 14

PVC mixer cooler............................................................. 10,23

Toggle injection machine ...................................................... 21

Multilayer blown film ...................................................... 10,23

PVC palletisin line ........................................................... 10,23

TPE/TPU compound ........................................................... 33

Multilayer blown film line ............................................. 14,BC

PVC pipe.......................................................................... 10,23

TPU masterbatch .................................................................. 15

Multilayer blown film plant .................................................. 75

PVC profile line ............................................................... 10,23

Transmission and PTOS....................................................... 26

Multilayer co-extrusion sheet line......................................... 18

Quick die change system .......................................... 119

Twin - screw co-rotating extruder ................................... 37,95

Natural polymer.......................................................115

Quick mould change system ............................................... 119

Twin - screw element....................................................... 37,95

Optic sheet extrusion line ..........................................18

Recycling line ............................................................14

Twin - screw extruder ...................................................... 37,95

Optical brightner................................................................... 39

Reducer ................................................................................. 88

Twin mill pulveriser ......................................................... 27,73

Panel meter................................................................. 6

Relay ........................................................................................ 6

Twin screw extruder gearbox .................................................. 7

Paperless recorder .................................................................. 12

Resin dehumidifier ................................................................ 79

Twin screw extrusion line ..................................................... 16

Parallel and right angle axe gearboxe ...................................... 7

Robot.................................................................................. FIC

Twin-screw extruder.............................................................. 63

Pelletiser .............................................................................. 132

Robotics............................................................................... 114

Two platen injection moulding machine .............................. 21

Pet box strapping plant ......................................................... 75

Rock n roll machine ......................................................... 27,73

Twolayer blown film......................................................... 10,23

Pet master matche ................................................................. 33

Roots blower ......................................................................... 51

Ultra sonic flow meter ................................................12

Pet perform dedicated machine ............................................ 61

Rotary automatic hot colour marking machine .................... 77

Universal bag maker ................................................................ 5

Pet sheet extrusion ................................................................ 18

Rotational mould ................................................................ 127

Universal controller ............................................................... 42

Pet/PE washing line.............................................................. 14

Rotational moulding machine ............................................. 127

Universal master batch .......................................................... 33

Petline injection moulding machine ..................................... 21

Rotomoulding machine ....................................................... 127

UV and PU master batch ..................................................... 33

Phase failure relay ................................................................... 6

Round table carrousel............................................................ 27

UV stabiliser .......................................................................... 39

Plastic auxiliary equipment ................................................... 24

Safety access equipment .............................................26

Vaccum cup ...............................................................29

Plastic brightener/shiner and whitener ............................... 115

Search SME guide .............................................................. 118

Vacuum booster pump .......................................................... 51

Plastic conveyor belt.............................................................. 27

Secon and dull polymer ..................................................... 115

Vacuum dryer ................................................................. 81,122

Plastic injection moulding machine .................................... 117

Sensible motor....................................................................... 97

Vacuum forming machine ................................................... BC

Plastic masterbatch................................................................ 87

Servo driven pouch maker ...................................................... 5

Vacuum loader ................................................................... FGF

Plastic milk can ................................................................... 121

Servo energy saving machine ................................................ 61

Vacuum pump and system .................................................... 26

Plastic processing machine .................................................... 14

Servo pump ......................................................................... 119

Vacuum system ...................................................................... 51

Plastic textile and machinery ................................................ 52

Shut off nozel...................................................................... 132

Variable displacement pump energy-saving machine ........... 61

Plastic tinopol ..................................................................... 115

Shuttle rotomoulding machine ........................................... 127

Vario speed variator............................................................... 88

Plastic whitener ................................................................... 115

Shuttle series plant .............................................................. 127

Vertical sachet packing machine ............................................. 5

Plastics washing line ............................................................. 63

Side sealing machine ........................................................... 112

Vibratory screening system ................................................. 127

PLC....................................................................................... 42

Side weld bag maker ............................................................... 5

Vibro screen ..................................................................... 27,73

Plybutylene terepthalate (PBT) .........................................BIC

Simultaneous thermal analysis .............................................. 47

Virgin polymer .................................................................... 115

Polyester staple fibre.............................................................. 63

Single mill pulveriser........................................................ 27,73

Volometric dosing unit.......................................................... 79

Polymer production pump .................................................. 115

Single screw extruder gearbox ................................................. 7

Water chiller ..............................................................79

Polyolefin pipe.................................................................. 10,23

Single screw extruder plant ................................................... 16

Water jetting ......................................................................... 26

Polyolefin pipe....................................................................... 23

Single stage drying system .................................................. 113

WFR .................................................................................. FIC

Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) ..............................................BIC

Software for central monitoring............................................ 79

White master batch ......................................................... 33,39

Portable chiller .................................................................... 112

Solid granulator ................................................................... 127

Wire EDM ........................................................................... 85

Pouch maker............................................................................ 5

Spiral cum helical gear box ................................................... 99

Worm gear ............................................................................ 99

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Acs Auxiliaries India Pvt Ltd ........................ 24

Advertiser’s Name & Contact Details

Pg No

Everest Transmission .................................... 51

Advertiser’s Name & Contact Details

Pg No

Landmark Extrusion & Engineering ............. 63 T: +91-9873252699

E: acsindia@corpemail.com

T: +91-11-45457777 E: info@everestblowers.com

W: www.aecinternet.com

W: www.everestblowers.com

W: www.landmarkextrusion.com

T: +91-02135 - 329112

Aeromec Marketing Co Pvt Ltd .................... 77

Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt Ltd ............... 21

E: info@landmarkextrusion.com Larsen & Toubro Ltd ................................... 65 T: +91-22-6752 5656

E: hvt@aeromec.in

T: +91-79-25890081 E: salesfmi@milacron.com

W: www.aeromec.in

W: www.milacronindia.com

W: www.larsentoubro.com

T: +91-250-2454915

Alok Masterbatches Ltd ............................... 15

Forwell Precision Machinery Co., Ltd..........119 T: 886-4-834-5196 E: forwell@forwell.com

T: +91-011-41612244 E: sales@alokindustries.com

W: www.forwell.com

W: www.alokmasterbatches.com Ash Win Engineers .....................................127

Gardner Denver Engineered Pro. (I) ............. 26 T: +91-79-40089312 E: info.ahm@gardnerdenver.com

T: +91-79-22811879 E: info@ashwinengineersindia.com W: www.ashwinengineersindia.com Blend Colours Pvt Ltd.................................. 33

W: www.gardnerdenver.com Gelco Electronics Pvt Ltd............................... 6

T: +91-40-2436 1499

T: +91-79-22200902 E: info@gelco-world.com

E: info@blendcolours.com

W: www.gelco-world.com

W: www.blendcolours.com

Hindustan Plastic And Machine Corporation 16

Boge Compressed Air Systems ...................... 31 T: +91-044-43009610

T: +91-011-25473361 E: poonam@hindustanplastics.com

E: fc.jayakaran@boge.com

W: www.hindustanplastics.com

W: www.boge.in

J P Extrusiontech Limited ............................ 14

Buss Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. ...........................113

E: ss-ccd@lth.ltindia.com Laxmi Hydraulics Pvt Ltd. ............................ 97 T: +91-217-2352001 E: lhpindia@lhpmotor.com W: www.lhp.co.in Lohia Starlinger Ltd. .................................... 52 T: +91-11-30641770 E: prom.lsl@lohiagroup.com W: www.lohiagroup.com Mamata Extrusion Systems Pvt Ltd ................ 5 T: +91-79-66309800 E: sales@mamata.com W: www.mamata.com Matsui Technologies India Ltd. .................... 81 T: +91-0120-4243862 E: rahuldeep@mass.motherson.com Melt Pump India .........................................116 T: +91-9793981818

T: 65-6837-3768

T: +91-2646-222163 E: info@jpextrusiontech.com

E: info@busscorp.com

W: www.jpextrusiontech.com

W: www.meltpump.com

W: www.busscorp.com Dongguan Alfa Automation Machinery Limited .... 114

Jingcheng Times (Beijing) Plastics Machinery Co., Ltd ......................................................... 8

E: info@alfarobot.com

T: 86-10-5900-0966 E: jingcheng_times@vip.163.com

W: www.alfarobot.com

W: www.jc-times.com

Dyna Automation Pvt Ltd ............................ 22

Kabra Extrusion Technik Ltd................... 10, 23

T: 86-769-8318-0326

T: +91-22-2673 4822 E: sunil@kolsitegroup.com

T: +91-79-26404605 E: info@dynahydraulics.com

W: www.kolsite.com

W: www.dynahydraulics.com Elecon Engineering Company Limited ......... 99

Konark Plastomech Pvt Ltd .......................... 75 T: +91-79-22891670 E: sales@konarkplastomech.com

T: +91-2692-236469 E: infogear@elecon.com W: www.elecon.com Electronica Plastic Machiners Ltd ................ 93

W: www.konarkplastomech.com L & T Plastics Machinery Ltd .................. FGF

T: +91-22-32531959

T: +91-044-26812000 E: handigolg@larsentoubro.com

E: vkt@electronicapmd.com

W: www.larsentoubro.com

Engineering Expo.................................. 122, 85

Lan Marketing Pvt Ltd ................................115

T: +91-09819552270

E: meltpump@msn.com Mifa Systems................................................ 42 T: +91-79-26870825 E: info@mifasystems.com W: www.mifasystems.com N.A. Corporation ......................................... 73 T: +91-79-25840374 E: info@naroto.com W: www.naroto.com Nand Composites Pvt Ltd ...........................117 T: +91-9822016337 E: info@nandcomposites.in W: www.nandcomposites.in Neejtech India (Braun) ................................. 17 T: +91-79-26561312 E: info@neejtech.com W: www.neejtech.com Neejtech India (Gimatic) .............................. 29 T: +91-79-26561312

E: engexpo@infomedia18.in

T: +91-022-27893645 E: jai@lanengg.com

W: www.engg-expo.com

W: www.maag.com

W: www.neejtech.com

Our consistent advertisers

E: info@neejtech.com

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Pg No

Neejtech India (Niigata) ............................... 25

Advertiser’s Name & Contact Details

Pg No

Productivity Buzz ........................................125

Advertiser’s Name & Contact Details

Steer Engineering Pvt Ltd ............................ 37

T: +91-9909974224

T: +91-8066246600

T: +91-80-23723309

E: contact@niigataindia.com

E: augustin@imtma.in

E: info@steerworld.com

W: www.niigataindia.com

W: www.imtma.in

W: www.steerworld.com

Network18 ......................................111 W: www.network18online.com Netzsch Technologies India Pvt. Ltd............. 47 T: +91-044-42965111 E: yasotha.palanisamy@netzsch.com W: www.netzsch.com Nu-Vu Conair Pvt. Ltd ................................129 T: +91-9376783206 E: salesindia@conairgroup.com W: www.conairgroup.com Piovan India Pvt Ltd .................................... 79

R R Plast Extrusions Pvt Ltd ........................ 18

T: +91-9998040433

E: marketing@rrplast.com

E: supermacmachinery@gmail.com

W: www.rrplast.com

W: www.supermacmachinery.com

Rajoo Engineers Ltd....................................BC

Rotomotive Powerdrives India Ltd................ 88

W: www.negribossi.com

E: rsd@koisitegroup.com W: www.plastiblendsindia.com Plexium International TPE 2012 .................120

W: www.toshiba-machine.co.jp Unicor Gmbh ............................................... 30 T: 49-9521-956-196

T: +91-7600003968

E: plastfine@gmail.com

T: +91-022-67205200

E: dineshelija@toshiba-machine.co.in

Sacmi Engineering India Pvt Ltd .................. 56

E: sales@negribossi.in

Toshiba Machine (India) Pvt. Ltd. ................ 34 T: +91-011-43291111

T: +91-2692-230430

T: +91-79-65242332

Plastiblends India Ltd .................................. 39

W: www.sureshengg.com

W: www.rajoo.com

W: www.rotomotive.com

W: www.plastfine.com

E: suresen@aittelmail.in

E: kcdoshi@rajoo.com

E: amit.bajaj@piovnindia.com

Suresh Engineering Works ........................... 49 T: +91-731-2527872

T: +91-2827-252701

E: info@rotomotive.com

Plast Fine Polymers .....................................115

Supermac Machinery .................................... 91

T: +91-22-42461500

T: +91-22-27782367 W: www.piovan.com

E: nbendel@unicor.com W: www.unicor.com

SCJ Plastics Ltd ........................................... 69 T: +91-011-25439950

Unimark Maguire ......................................... 19 T: +91-22-25506712 E: infomum@unimark.in

E: vball@scjgroup.net

W: www.unimark.in

W: www.scjindia.com

Witte Pumps & Technologies ....................... 70

Shini Plastics Technologies I Pvt Ltd............ 83

T: +91-11-41613643

T: +91-9820049213

T: +91-250-3021166

E: witte@goodiesons.com

E: info@plexiumindia.com

E: jnbhat@shiniindia.com

W: www.witte-pumps.de

W: www.plexiumindia.com

W: www.shini.com

Polyplastics Marketing (India) Pvt Ltd....... BIC

Pg No

Wittmann Battenfeld India Pvt Ltd ............FIC

Shri Gurukrupa Engineering Works ............. 20

T: +91-044-42077009

T: +91-22-67587668

T: +91-265-3042371

E: info@wittman-group.in

E: tushar.birje@polyplastics.com

E: shrigurukrupaengg@yahoo.com

W: www.wittmann-group.com

W: www.polyplastics.com

W: www.gurukrupaengg.com

Prasad Gwk Cooltech Pvt Ltd....................... 27 T: +91-79-25830112 E: plastics@prasadgroup.com W: www.prasadgroup.com Prayag Polytech Pvt Ltd ............................... 87

Xaloy Asia (Thailand) Ltd. ..........................132

SME Guide.................................................118

T: +91-79-40327380

T: +91-022- 3003 4650

E: m.sanghvi@th.xaloy.com

E: b2b@network18publishing.com

W: www.xaloy.com

Specific Engineering .................................... 95

Yann Bang Electrical Machinery Co.,Ltd. ....121

T: +91-011-47262000

T: +91-265-2646871

T: 886-4-2271-6999

E: delhi@prayagmb.com

E: info@specificgroup.com

E: yb@yannbang.com;

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W: www.specificgroup.com

W: www.yannbang.com

Procon Technologies Pvt Ltd ........................ 12

Sri Sai Plasto Tech ....................................... 61

Zambello Riduttori Group ............................. 7

T: +91-79-27492566

T: +91-044-42994365

T: 39-0331-307-616

E: info@procon.co.in

E: sspt_plastics@live.in

E: info@zambello.it

W: www.procon.co.in

W: www.srisaiplastotech.com

W: www.zambello.it

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