MACHINERY | STATIC CONTROL
control system, designed for use with Hyperion static control equipment, allows for quick remote adjustment through a single interface, reducing the need for onsite monitoring. “Using the SmartControl, operators of our static
control equipment can access their static bar performance information on a remote device and adjust the operating settings to achieve maximum productivity and quality output,” said Adam Battrick, sales director at Meech. The IonWash cleaning system incorporates powerful ionisation, as well as blow and vacuum airflows to achieve effective contamination removal from complicated 3D components across a variety of sectors, including automotive, aerospace and electronics. The 924EX, meanwhile, is robust and built for the most arduous of settings, including that of gravure printing, film extrusion and coating applications.
Below: Meech helped Material-Plastik of Hungary overcome static genera- tion problems on its flexible packaging lines
Static compliance The Gen4 ionising bar from Exair – which claims to eliminate static electricity 25% more effectively than previous models by eliminating larger static charges more quickly – has now gained CE, UL and ROHS certification. The model has improved range and is effective when mounted up to 4in from a charged surface, says the company – resulting in higher production speeds, product quality and surface cleanliness. The product removes static on plastic webs and other products, where tearing, jamming or hazard- ous shocks are a problem. New design features include a metal armoured high voltage cable to protect against abrasion and cuts, integrated ground connection and electro- magnetic shielding. The ionising bar is incorporated onto machinery
– often in confined spaces – using an integrated mounting flange, where a static charge is gener- ated. A high concentration of positive and negative ions produces fast static decay, which neutralises surfaces that cause production, quality or safety problems, says Exair. The product is available in lengths of 3-108in.
Ion change Simco, a Dutch developer of web cleaning and other products, has teamed up with Ziegener & Frick of Germany – a long-term partner – to supply its surface cleaning products. The two companies have been partners for more than 40 years in static control solutions. Together, the two companies have developed
an extended range of web cleaning products, and Simco’s CleanIon products will be integrated in the combined product portfolio. “This enables an even better service to our joint customers with regard to surface cleaning,” said Simco. “Of course the Simco anti-static equipment will be an integral part of all current and future partner products.” The company’s CleanIon products will be available from Ziegener & Frick – with the only difference being a name change from CleanIon to IonClean.
China boost UK-based Fraser Anti-Static says it is expecting to boost its exports to China. The company, which has a joint venture com- pany there called Shanghai Fraser Static Technol- ogy, already exports its anti-static equipment to more than 70 countries – but says it expects those to China to begin ramping up. “China has already seen significant growth – with a 46% increase in sales there during the last 12 months,” said Bruce Clothier, CEO of Fraser. Employees from the Chinese JV company
recently toured Fraser’s UK factory, and received training on several of its newest products. “China has a diverse manufacturing base that is
growing in sophistication,” said Clothier. “This brings challenges – including the elimination of static electricity – but the Chinese are not afraid to invest in the best technology to help them improve.”
CLICK ON THE LINKS FOR MORE INFORMATION: �
www.meech.com �
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www.simco-ion.nl �
www.ziegener-frick.de �
www.fraser-antistatic.com
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