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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 3

Don’t Talk about Plastic Waste, but about CO₂ !

Editorial

It’s time for a counter strategy. Or how long does the plastics industry still want to be pushed around by headlines such as "The Plastics...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 4

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 6 - 8

Italy Achieving Record Highs

In the Run-Up to Plast 2018, the Plastics Industry in Italy is in a Better State than for a Long Time

Double-digit growth rates by all economic indicators: Machinery manufacturing in Italy has overcome a lean period and is achieving record...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 10 - 14

Around the World

IKV Pursues a Clear Strategy of Internationalization

In times in which globalization and open markets are seen as a great opportunity for the economic growth of a company, the Institute of...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 15 - 17

Illuminating Idea

Fraunhofer ICT Processes Conductive Material in Additive Manufacturing

... Dr. Christof Hübner, group leader for nanocomposites at the Fraunhofer Institute of Chemical Technology in Pfinztal, Germany. The...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 18 - 21

Rediscovered Component of Hybrid Parts

Leaktight Overmolding with Thermosets for High-Performance Applications

Technical thermoplastic materials have high thermal stability and outstanding electrical insulation properties, which is why they are...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 22 - 25

Protects Against Fire Risk, Protects the Environment

New Compounds Offer Eco-Friendly Flame Retardancy at a Competitive Cost Structure

Many plastic applications are subject to stringent fire safety requirements – not only in the electrical and electronics industries, but...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 26 - 29

Power Lies in the Water

Fluid-Assisted Injection Molding and its Simulation: the Combination for Improved Efficiency

Short product lifecycles and high demands on injection molded parts require efficient product development methods. Besides new process...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 30 - 32

All a Question of Strategy

Heyco and Synventive: Applied Problem Solving in Hot Runner Technology

Heyco-Werk Süd is the pulse generator for the plastics processing of the entire group of companies. This is where the threads for the...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 33 - 34

Large Waste Reduction Thanks to Direct Gating

Needle Valve Technology Saves Energy and Improves Efficiency

A practical example from switch and plug outlet production shows the benefits that can be gained by using a hot runner system with...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 35 - 38

A Fertile Area

Pure Gearbox Technology for Extrusion

In a region of Italy known better for fruit and vegetable cultivation, a machine manufacturer is currently expanding vigorously. To learn...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 39 - 43

Compounding Systems with Variable Kneading Flights

Further Development of Buss Kneader Technology Opens up New Application Fields

Due to their modularity, the new Buss compounding systems can be configured specifically to meet the needs of the user and are suitable for...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 44 - 48

Recycling of Long Carbon Fibers

Development of a Bindered LrCF Tape with High Fiber Orientation

To optimally exploit the properties of recyclate fibers for structural applications, a bindered rCF tape with high fiber orientation and...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 49 - 50

Waste-Free Production

Polymer Build-Up through Polycondensation in the Liquid Phase of PET

Various waste materials are produced in blow and flat sheet film manufacturing. This includes film residues, scrapped rolls, trimmings and...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 51 - 53

Optically and Haptically Effective Chrome Surfaces

Laser Treatment for Defined Brushed Chrome Structures

Combining attractive optics with the effect of metal haptics gives plastics surfaces an upgrade. However, finely brushed structures often...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 54 - 56

Cradle of Thermoplastics

BASF’s Pilot Plant Facility for Thermoplastics Celebrates Anniversary

From the very beginnings of plastics processing to the digital age, many plastics innovations originated in the laboratories and workshops...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 57

Material Comparison in the Table

Tips and Hints on the Campus Material Database

The Campus material database has been a source of comparative material data for industry decision-makers for over 25 years. The...   more

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Kunststoffe international 2018/05, PAGE 58

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