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measurement from VEGA’s VEGAPULS 6X radar sensors brings more precision to PLEXIGLAS processes at Röhm in Germany
s transparent as glass, yet lighter and tougher? Sounds like PLEXIGLAS®, the leading brand of acrylic glass. Produced by Röhm GmbH in Worms, Germany, they leverage the innovative technology of the VEGAPULS 6X level sensors in manufacturing to significantly reduce spare parts inventory. There’s hardly a place where PLEXIGLAS isn’t used – whether its museums, motorcars or greenhouses. Despite its widespread presence, its transparency make it easily overlooked. Invented by Otto Röhm and trademarked since 1933, this innovative glass alternative presents a unique set of advantages to the marketplace. Malleable, customisable, break-proof and weather-resistant, PLEXIGLAS is truly an all-rounder with fascinating properties and abilities, with its industrial production and chemical composition continuously evolving.
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semi-finished products like sheets, tubes, rods and films, which is present in a wide variety of products. The other consists of moulding compounds and granulates using in injection moulding and extrusion processes. An important ingredient in PLEXIGLAS production is methyl methacrylate (MMA), a viscous liquid compound also used in the manufacture of paints, adhesives, and various building materials.
Making improvements is the day- to-day business at Röhm PLEXIGLAS comes in two variants – one for
Both MMA and PLEXIGLAS are produced at Röhm's largest production site in Worms, Germany and distributed in over 100 countries. Consistency in delivery schedules and product quality is constantly assured, reflecting Röhm's dedication to customer satisfaction. Alongside this, Röhm is committed to achieving climate neutral
CHEMICAL PROCESS RELIABILITY WITH VEGA AT CHEMUK
EGA are exhibiting at CHEMUK on the 15th & 16th May at Stand H40 — showcasing our industry leading range of process instrumentation for measuring and controlling level, pressure, interface and density. Our devices deliver safety, value and reliability to the chemical industry. Certified, tested and approved, they are designed to meet the safety, hazardous area and environmental standards needed in chemical manufacturing. Experience live demonstrations including:
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• VEGAPULS 6X non-contact radar level sensor that handles virtually any application. A level transmitter making it easier for users to select the right device to monitor their industrial processes. Designed for maximum simplicity with safety and security built-in. • Electronic Differential Pressure system, replace capillaries with cables and, uniquely for VEGA, any transmitter design/configuration can be mixed and matched. • Sensor setup with VEGA Tools App showcasing instrument adjustment with Bluetooth communications, compatible with all plics® sensors since 2002. With easy to use graphic visualisation of your data, a menu structure identical to PACTware/DTM and back-up/ restore functions.
With industry expertise, quick response times, longstanding customer partnerships and proven products, VEGA crafts a winning formula for success and efficiency in process instrumentation. We ensure satisfaction and reliability at every step of the way, providing optimum customer support, user-friendly modular devices, five day build times and a three year warranty.
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production by 2050. Each initiative to increase efficiency also takes into account the potential to facilitate a circular economy as well as promoting recycling initiatives. The company's strategy includes expanding production capacities and optimising processes to achieve higher yields through intelligent and sustainable management practices.
Resource efficiency and compliance with environmental guidelines is a priority when optimising MMA processes to align with sustainability goals. “Making improvements is the day-to-day business,” says Stephan Bettinger, who is responsible for the maintenance of all electrical systems in the extensive industrial site in Worms.
More automation requires more precise measurement technology Everything depends on the total reliability of the manufacturing equipment and instrumentation, meaning there is no room for error. Automation in production processes is increasing, with more tasks being performed autonomously by machines, so the optimal design of technical processes is more important than ever before.
“To reliably monitor production processes, we need innovative, high-precision sensors that transmit their measurement data centrally,” says Bettinger. His primary goal is to ensure high process availability through a tightly integrated maintenance concept, which is not easy as new environmental and safety regulations are being added all the time. “Everything has to run faster and more efficiently, so we have to work double time to monitor processes with ever greater precision.” That’s why he critically examines each individual production step to assess its potential for improvement.
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