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Representation of the product development cycle

13.03.2019

Forum Micro Injection Molding - Conference

From the idea to a real-shaped part

On April 3, 2019, the Kunststoff-Zentrum in Leipzig (KUZ) will host the second Micro Injection Molding Forum. Under the motto “From the Idea to the Actual Part,” the conference offers a comprehensive overview of possibilities for micro plastic part manufacturing.

Lectures

Product development, toolmaki…

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R+D & Community of Interest

Fraunhofer capsule for biological transformation published

When technology and biology merge

The so-called Biological Transformation of industrial value creation — convinced by many scientists at the Fraunhofer Society — could revolutionize the entire industry and society in the coming decades. What the framework conditions, opportunities, and milestones are on this path has been examined a…

Coperion K-Tron's new QT20 and QT35 feeders with redesigned trapezoidal scale shape are optimally coordinated for a cluster arrangement of a group of feeders on minimal footprint. (Image: Coperion K-Tron, Niederlenz, Switzerland) / Coperion K-Tron's new QT20 and QT35 pharmaceutical feeders with redesigned trapezoid scale shape and significantly smaller footprint are optimized for multi-feeder clusters around a process inlet. (Image: Coperion K-Tron, Niederlenz, Switzerland)

The new K3-PH dosing line in modular design has been specifically developed to meet the constantly increasing demands of continuous processes in the pharmaceutical industry. (Image: Coperion K-Tron, Niederlenz, Switzerland)

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Coperion K-Tron Displays Innovative Feeder Design for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Highly Accurate Feeding Solution for Growing Demands of Continuous Processing

At this year's Interphex (April 2 to 4, 2019, booth 2558, New York/USA) as well as at Powtech (April 9 to 11, 2019, hall 4, booth 4-290, Nuremberg/ Germany) Coperion K-Tron will display the next generation of its highly accurate, gravimetric K3-PH feeders for the pharmaceutical industry. These modul…

The flow meters of the system continually monitor the required degree of dilution. If necessary, incorrect mixtures can be quickly adjusted thanks to the short settling time of the control system. (Source: LEWA GmbH)

Using the diaphragm metering pump of the ecodos series, the highly concentrated emulsifier was diluted to a working strength of 20 percent. (Source: LEWA GmbH)

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Metering additives using hermetically tight systems engineering - Independent of delivery quantities and more production flexibility

Total precision: Diaphragm pump enables the exact dilution of emulsifiers and reduces logistics costs thanks to space-saving storage

Because they can be soluble in a variety of substances, emulsifiers are frequently used when immiscible components have to be combined. In order to achieve a suitable mixture, such as in food production, the pure, highly concentrated emulsifier is diluted beforehand to the working intensity. Above a…

In food production, hygiene plays a major role. The fins of evaporators must also be cleaned regularly, which involves a high amount of labor and materials. (Source: sterilAir AG)

To reduce cleaning efforts and minimize future challenges, the Swiss food manufacturer Micarna SA decided to equip additional air purifiers with UVC modules. (Source: sterilAir AG)

UVC disinfection devices from the E-Series of sterilAir AG are used. The Swiss company has been working successfully with Micarna for more than ten years. (Source: sterilAir AG)

Originally, a band sterilization was planned by Micarna. However, more in-depth analyses revealed that a lamella sterilization in the overhead area of the production rooms at Micarna surpasses the effectiveness of a band sterilization. The sterilization units are installed directly in the evaporators and allow employees to stay safely even on the structures in close proximity to the units. (Source: sterilAir AG)

In March 2018, a total of 20 UVC modules for surface disinfection were installed. In November 2018, an expansion with eight additional units followed. (Source: sterilAir AG)

The installed sterilization devices successfully prevent the formation of biofilm on the fins. As a result, the outgoing air is not only hygienically clean, but the cleaning intervals of the air purifiers have also been extended. (Source: sterilAir AG)

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Hygiene in der Lebensmittelproduktion

Smothered at the source: Swiss meat producer decontaminates air and surfaces in production rooms with UVC radiation during operation

To produce flawless and health-safe products, the food industry worldwide is subject to strict hygiene regulations. At Micarna SA, one of the leading meat, poultry, and seafood producers in Switzerland, the responsible parties are constantly seeking new environmentally friendly and innovative method…

13.03.2019

For the second time, Messe Stuttgart is awarding a scholarship for the VDWF continuing education program "Project Manager (FH) for Tool and Mold Making" at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences.

Here's to a new beginning!

The Messe Stuttgart offers during the Moulding Expo from May 21 to 24, 2019, not only a comprehensive overview of training and study programs but also actively engages in further education for young professionals in tool, model, or mold making. Especially for this industry, structural change remains…

The terminal block of the W-series provides a secure connection that is resistant to rattling and vibrations between the transformer and the particle accelerator at CERN. (Copyright: Shutterstock / Paolo De Gasperis)

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Exploring the universe with Detmolder technology Weidmüller terminal blocks from East Westphalia-Lippe ensure the supply for the world's largest particle accelerator at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN).

A dark, cold room of infinite expanse, presumably created 13.7 billion years ago by the Big Bang: the universe. For millennia, the distant stars and planets were unreachable for humans. Today, modern technology allows us to uncover many secrets of the universe. Institutions such as the European Orga…

This hygienic keyboard has no gaps where dirt can get in or be rubbed in.
That's why it's called a hygienic keyboard.

13.03.2019

Your specialist for hygiene keyboards - Klaus Belger - Service / Sales

Klaus Belger, the specialist for hygiene keyboards, offers keyboards from various manufacturers up to custom designs in almost all technologies. These keyboards, which Mr. Belger introduced in 2000, are now also available wirelessly (see overall overview of this manufacturer). Thus, another reason t…

Gx Elite Vials are significantly superior to standard products. They perform much better in pressure testing and side impact tests.

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Gerresheimer at PDA in San Diego

Gx Elite vials and RTF vials – top quality and performance for the filling line

With its Gx Elite and Gx RTF vials, Gerresheimer is presenting two new type I vials made from borosilicate glass at booth 115 at the PDA Annual Meeting March 11-13) at the Marriott Marquis in San Diego (CA).

Top of their class

“The Gx Elite vials are the result of a careful product development process…

Amloy is designed for demanding applications and mechanically heavily stressed components that require high reliability, wear resistance, scratch resistance, and reproducibility. At the Hannover Messe 2019, Heraeus and Engel will produce screwdriver bits made from Amloy live. (Source: Engel)

13.03.2019

Mass production with amorphous metals

The injection molding machine manufacturer Engel Austria and the technology company Heraeus are at the Hannover Messe 2019 to symbolically kick off the mass production of high tech components with amorphous metals. Possible fields of application are for example automotive, aerospace, medical technol…

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