MACHINERY | DOWNSTREAM EQUIPMENT
Right: An ionising bar from Fraser helped film manufacturer Osung raise performance
defect rates; and long-term cost savings, by reducing the use of anti-static agents. “By providing multiple demo trials, Ioncraft helped us find the most suitable model,” said S-Oil.
UL certification Meech International says its Hyperion 314IPS hygienic ionising bar has achieved UL 62368-1 certification. This confirms that the product meets recognised
product safety standards, helping to simplify approvals and satisfy insurers. “Manufacturers are under increasing pressure to demonstrate cleaner, more controlled processes,” said Richard Walker, product manager at Meech. “Even in facilities with extensive cleaning protocols, static charge can undermine hygiene by drawing dust and debris onto product, packaging or components.” An example is seen in vertical form filling –
where high static charges are generated when packaging film is fed from a wind off roll. This attracts powders and dust into the seal area, which can cause downtime. Positioning an ionising bar before the forming tube – and another just before the sealing jaws – eliminates these charges. By neutralising static at short range (20-150mm), the Hyperion 314IPS prevents dust attraction, misalignment, sealing failures and handling issues that can compromise product quality and line efficiency. UL certification can help manufacturers that specify static control equipment in multiple regions.
“Customers can specify the Hyperion 314IPS ionising bar for use across all global locations, with confidence it meets international safety expecta- tions,” said Walker.
Range extension Simco-Ion has launched extended its range of ionising air blowers with the Phoenix 2.0. The new model claims enhanced performance,
stronger airflow and modernised features to fit modern manufacturing environments. The com- pany says the 2.0 offers a smooth upgrade path for existing customers – with improved functionality
and a more user-friendly design. One benefit is an automatic ion balance for consistent static neutralisation – without the need for adjustment. Others include: front-mounted controls with LED indicators for easy accessibility and visibility; global compatibility with universal power input; remote on/off and alarm output with PCB connector; and versatile mounting with 360º tilt bracket and portable floor stand.
Meech says UL 62368-1 certification for its Hyperion 314IPS ionising bar helps to simplify approvals
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Corona treatment Vetaphone recently launched VE2C-K, a new corona surface treatment model for blown film extruders, at the Plast exhibition in Italy. It suited to the vertical web path with unrestrict- ed access for web threading and the standard fitting of 200mm diameter rollers to handle the high corona power when needed, it said. “The VE2C-K is a full-functioning corona treater for blown film production,” said Kevin McKell, chief sales officer at Vetaphone. “It combines 75 years of expertise with the latest manufacturing techniques to provide a corona treater that extruders can ‘set and forget’.” The key to providing consistent dyne levels across many substrates is to incorporate high-efficiency generators into the new design of the corona station – which is fitted with advanced electrodes. Veta- phone generators are available in an OEM integrat- ed version, giving manufacturers the possibility to optimise design and total cost. As well as Veta- phone’s own iCC8 HMI, several proprietary field bus options are available including Profinet, Modbus, and Powerlink, to match the OEM’s supervisor. The VE2C-K allows the operator to perform segment set-up for partial or lane-treatment, and maintenance in minutes, for maximum uptime. Specifications for the VE2C-K include treatment
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IMAGE: FRASER ANTI-STATIC
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