NPE 2024 | EXHIBITION REVIEW


“Flex is perfect for producers who want to switch


regularly, independently and quickly between different film profiles and layer structures on their line,” said Bänsch. � www.reifenhauser.com


Rinco Ultrasonics will introduce its next-genera- tion standard series of ultrasonic welders, available in 20, 35 and 70kHz frequencies. The models have been upgraded with enhanced pneumatics and user-friendly features. “This elevates pneumatically driven ultrasonic welding to a new level, pushing the limits of what our customers can achieve,” said Serge Patamia, CEO of Rinco Ultrasonics. The standard series line – for industries including the automotive, medical and packaging – offers updated pneumatics, including the latest safety standard features such as position monitoring of the ultrasonic stack. Models offer permanent audit trails, allowing users to track system errors and adjustments. To ensure quality and traceability, events and changes to the parameters are automatically stored in an audit trail protocol. � www.rinco-usa.com


Sonics & Materials, a supplier of ultrasonic plastics welding equipment, will introduce a new DX Series OEM DSP power supply at NPE – the DX800. it offers energy savings, increased throughput with faster welds and advanced data capture and control. In addition, Sonics offers an array of OEM kits and stack components designed for installation into special assembly systems. The DSP-controlled power supply can scan the ultrasonic stack (con- verter/booster/horn) to determine the optimal starting frequency. The result is increased success with difficult ultrasonic horns, such as those with an irregular or non-symmetrical shape, multiple frequencies, or wear from long-term use and difficult applications. Start modes are also available in ‘last frequency’ mode and user-defined mode. The DX800 offers time and energy control with an LED bar graph for easy-to-view activity monitor- ing and error status. � www.sonics.com


During NPE,WM Thermoforming exhibited its FC1000 IM2 thermoformer, with redesigned software and an integrated visual inspection system for improved machine efficiency and product quality. Thanks to an engineered toggle and yoke compensation system, WM says it can run at the


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Left: Sonics says its new DX800 offers energy savings, increased throughput and faster welds


highest speed and cutting precision for any material – including PET, PP, PLA and other biode- gradable materials. The robust model minimises vibration, resulting in lower wear for the cutting knives, less downtime and higher machine efficien- cy and productivity. An IM2 configuration enables customers to


switch from ‘forming with in-mould trimming’ to ‘forming with separate trimming’.


Inline thermoformers will now have the option


to integrate a visual inspection system, using AI software to detect product quality issues such as defective thermoformed trays, foreign objects, or punch and die cutting flaws. � www.wm-thermoforming.com


X-Rite is demonstrating how colour measurement can drive sustainability in plastics production – from concept to final inspection – by streamlining approval processes, optimising formulation and reducing waste. “We have live demonstrations of our solutions to help companies embrace an end-to-end digital workflow,” said Matthew Adby, product manage- ment director of X-Rite. For instance, design workflows can be stream- lined using X-Rite Pantora appearance software to create a digital twin of a physical material for 3D rendering – and communicate the material data without shipping physical prototypes. This helps to identify colour issues before production begins. In addition, Color iMatch can processes colour


data to provide optimal initial colour matches, formulate colour using leftover or recycled materials, and optimise pigment costs. A final colour evaluation on finished products can be performed under controlled lighting to ensure they meet the established colour standards and tolerance limits. � www.xrite.com


May 2024 | FILM & SHEET EXTRUSION 39


IMAGE: SONICS & MATERIALS


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