Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation    Schaumburg, IL 60196
Apr 23, 2013 Available as option for Hunter HLM linear-motion machine as well as retrofit for XL automated matchplate molding machines, JetSlinger™ air amplification apparatus is based on Venturi principle that accelerates sand into cope and drag flasks on machines. Impact-assisted, perpendicular flask filling ensures optimized pattern definition with uniform mold hardness and surface integrity. In contrast to conventional blow fill machines, no shroud, seals, or vented flask assemblies are required.

Staubli Co.    Duncan, SC 29334
Apr 18, 2013 Designed to handle operations with small parts under 1 kg, TP80 Fast Picker provides 800 mm reach with 100 mm stroke. Unlike parallel robots with multi-arm designs, TP80 does not interfere with line of vision of camera. Slim forearm enables robot to access confined areas, such as slotted machine openings. Electrical, pneumatic, and I/O connections are available on tool flange with all cables running inside arm.

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation    Schaumburg, IL 60196
Apr 11, 2013 Minimizing maintenance while promoting stability, HLM Series combines and integrates magnetically coupled rodless cylinders and linear bearings for movements of squeeze platen, cope flask, sand measuring hopper, and other components on machine. Separation of hydraulic power system facilitates maintenance, while linear motion-operated, programmable access doors maximize operator protection. Linear motion machine also features CESAR™ vacuum pattern spray recovery system.

HASCO Hasenclever GmbH + Co KG    Ludenscheid D-58513  Germany
Dec 07, 2012 Available as mono nozzles for simple applications and for injection moulding tools with hot runners, Techni Shot nozzles enable immersion depths up to 300 mm to be achieved and medium-sized mouldings up to ~1,700 g shot weight per nozzle to be produced. Open torpedo tips for needle valve applications are available, as are various tip geometries, materials, and screw-on gate chambers. Options enable optimum heat conduction in gate area to be combined with resistance to abrasive wear.

Henkel Corporation    Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Nov 26, 2012 Loctite® Frekote® PU7000™ is designed for open cell or gloss surface foams, while PU7001™ release agent and PU7200™ mold sealer are suited for flexible polyurethane or semi-rigid polyurethane foams. Spray applied at temperatures from 95-149°F are thermally stable to 450°F and dry in 30 sec when exposed to ambient moisture at 110°F. Solvent-based polymers offer low mold buildup and minimal transfer during production of polyurethane foams and thermoplastic resins, coatings, and films.

D-M-E Company    Madison Heights, MI 48071-2383
Oct 26, 2012 Available as complete assembly or individual components, Versa-Slide® Standard Slide Assemblies support precise alignment of mold opening and closing functions. With 10 different overall widths, components can be mixed to form thousands of combinations. Sliding mechanics are finish ground, with 0.005 in. grind stock left on overall width, bottom of wear plate, and slide angle.

Agie Charmilles, LLC    Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Oct 12, 2012 With mechanical design and digitized process, 5-axis LASER 4000 5Ax adds unique and various textures to oversized molds for range of components covers for automotive and other industries. Unit enables components as large as 3 x 4 m and as heavy as 18 tons to remain stationary on floor while machine's axes move around it, texturing on all part sides if required. Additionally, functionality is capable of 3D distortion of texture and masters texture direction related to part shape.

Milacron LLC    Batavia, OH 45103
Sep 10, 2012 Available in 7 standard sizes ranging from 850-2,500 mm, Varian Turntable fits machines from 330-3,300 tons. Servo-driven cycling turntable features stainless steel rotary union, remote operator pendant control, and accuracy and motion needed for multi-component injection molding. Unit can be flush mounted on moving platen as modular component of system, making it suitable for retrofit applications or new machines.

Dow Corning Corp.    Midland, MI 48686 0994
Sep 04, 2012 Featuring Shore A hardness of 74 and 52, respectively, Dow Corning® MS-1002 and MS-1003 offer alternative to optical plastics in LED lamp and luminaire applications. Both can be injection molded into complex shapes, thick parts, and undercuts. Combination of high temperature resistance, UV resistance, and non-yellowing effect can optimize lumen maintenance, making materials suited for indoor/outdoor lighting without risk of degradation.

Starfire Systems    Malta, NY 12020
Aug 20, 2012 With general structural thermal insulators and ability to resist aggressive environments, SMP-500 and SMP-800 poly-carbosilane polymers are suited for high temperature applications within chemical processing industry. Based on poly-carbosilane resins, SBMC-900 and SBMC-998 carbon fiber bulk molding compounds offer non-catastrophic failures under loads. Both enable customers to mold net and near net shaped ceramic composite parts.

Sealed Air Corp., Engineered Products Div.    Danbury, CT 06810
Jul 16, 2012 Producing up to 30 linear feet of molded foam cushions per minute, Instapak® Tractor Mold® system can be customized for specific needs and reduces storage space associated with pre-fabricated materials. System continuously creates L, V, and U channel cushions that suit major appliances, furniture, and such building products as windows, doors, and cabinets. Additionally, machine can create low-profile shapes and be used with any of 14 Instapak® foam formulations.

Solvay Advanced Polymers, L.L.C.    Alpharette, GA 30005-3914
Jun 11, 2012 Intended for use in implantable medical devices, Zeniva® ZA-520 radio-visible polyetheretherketone (PEEK)-based material provides image contrasting capabilities via specific additive for optimal visualization with x-ray, CT, and MRI systems. Compound is available in resin and rod stock and provides visibility of implant without artifacts common to metallic-based materials. Benefits include biocompatibility, chemical inertness, and modulus of elasticity close to that of bone.

Ossberger Turbines, Inc.    Richmond, VA 23233
Feb 02, 2012 Featuring accumulator head with max weight of 80 g, Pressblower DSE 80 is suited for processing compact CVJ boots and jounce bumpers. Gripper unit is driven electrically in horizontal and vertical directions. When top cutting device is actuated, trimming of both ends takes place simultaneously. To save space, control cabinet is mounted to machine frame, and operation terminal is ergonomically mounted to swivel arm.

Wilmington Machinery, Inc.    Wilmington, NC 28406 7308
Jan 26, 2012 Available with 4 or 6 cavities, Rotary Blow Molding System is designed with calibrated neck for 3 gallon to 25 L tight drum and jerry can applications. System is completely automated including part handling and trimming. Capable of speeds up to 475 containers/hour or 4 million containers/year, machine targets motor oil, edible oil, chemical, and other large volume liquid product markets.

Toshiba Machine Co., America    Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Jan 24, 2012 THL Series SCARA Robots include the THL500, THL600 and THL700 with lightweight die cast aluminum arm lengths of 500 mm, 600 mm, and 700 mm. Each THL offers payload of 10 kg with cycle times of .45 s for the THL500 and THL600 and .50 s for the THL700. Robots feature working envelope of 4 axes, with a Z-axis rotation of 360º. Maximum speeds range from 6.3 m/s to 7.9 m/s overall. TSL 3000 Controller included is USB compatible.

Absolute HAITIAN    Worcester, MA 01610
Jan 19, 2012 Available in 55, 110, and 165 U.S. tons, Zhafir Mercury series is comprised of tiebarless, all-electric machines that use side plates to create maximum mold space. Symmetrical design maintains platen parallelism with clamping force focused on center of platen, and toggle clamp mechanism is engineered with 2 levers and central servo direct drive for smooth, dynamic movement. With 3 screw drives and 3 screw diameters, injection unit configuration is flexible to meet molding project demands.

Milacron LLC    Batavia, OH 45103
Dec 01, 2011 Available from 310-4,400 tons, Maxima Servo uses permanent-magnet servo motor in place of standard induction motor or frequency drive, enabling speeds from 0-3,000 rpm in both directions. Two-platen clamping system applies pressure directly to center of mold instead of corners for consistent part quality. Featuring modular design, machine includes dynamic speed control system, energy optimization and monitoring diagnostics, and internal gear pump that runs only when needed.

CAE Services Corporation    Batavia, IL 60510
Nov 03, 2011 Intended for injection molding applications, Mold-Vac 20,000 helps eliminate part burns, voids, and short shots due to entrapped air and gas. System's blowback feature cleans and purges vented ejector and core pins after every cycle. Mold-Vac 20,000 is suitable for complex, high cavitation molds, typically characterized by fill times of less than 1 second.

Slide Products, Inc.    Wheeling, IL 60090
Oct 24, 2011 Able to remove silicones, grease, oil, and wax build-up on mold surfaces without need for wiping, Mold Cleaner Plus Degreaser 4 contains no chlorinated solvents, evaporates quickly, and leaves no residue. Use requires mold care technicians to flood mold with this product, which will remove contaminants and then evaporate. Mold is then ready for storage or production.

McLube Div., McGee Industries, Inc.    Aston, PA 19014
Sep 23, 2011 Available as 25%, 15%, and 5% dispersions in isopropyl alcohol (IPA), McLube PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) Dry Film Dispersions provide low coefficient of friction and have average particle size of less than 10 microns. Products are chemically inert and can can be applied to metal, plastic, rubber, leather, and fabric surfaces. Thermally stable to 6,150°F, dispersions are supplied as concentrates and may be used as dry film lubricants, mold release agents, and antistick coatings.