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Fig. 1: Structure of a fan filter unit FFU

Fig. 2: 200 mm high modules in various dimensions

Fig. 6: FFU with black housing and black filter intake surface

Fig. 7: Module with particle and molecular filtration

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Furnishing & equipment

Fan Filter Unit (FFU) modules and their areas of application

Since the mid-1980s, fan-filter modules under the term FFU have been available on the market. FFU stands for Fan-Filter-Unit and represents a compact unit for generating high-purity air. These modules made it possible for the first time to introduce greater flexibility into airflow in cleanrooms. By…

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The DM6 M LIBS 2-in-1 microscope comes with integrated chemical analysis

Save 90% of Time When Doing Materials Analysis

The new DM6 M LIBS microscope for materials analysis from Leica Microsystems allows you to analyze the 2 main characteristics of a material in 1 work step, i.e., microstructure and composition. The microscope has an integrated laser spectroscopy (LIBS) function and delivers the chemical composition…

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B+K sets new standards

The demand for high-purity packaging for the pharmaceutical and medical technology industries has been increasing for years. Bischof + Klein responds to this trend with an investment in a completely new coextrusion line, thereby doubling its extrusion capacities for CleanFlex® cleanroom films.

For th…

Thanks to their barrier-free clamping units, the injection molding machines in the victory and e-victory series enable compact manufacturing cells and particularly efficient automation concepts. (Picture: Engel)

iQ weight control compensates for process fluctuations before rejects are produced. The intelligent assistance system is available for electric and hydraulic injection moulding machines. (Picture: Engel)

Compact integration: The pipe distributor fits within the machine's safety cover. All parts in contact with the product are made of stainless steel. (Image: Engel)

The delicate needle holders are equipped with a breakage point that makes it impossible to reuse disposable syringes. (Image: Engel)

The fully integrated manufacturing solution for producing needle holders for safety syringes will be showcased at Interplastica in a complete cleanroom version. (Image: Engel)

The MES authentig creates transparency about the machinery. With the new

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ENGEL at Interplastica 2018

Smart solutions for greater productivity, quality and cost effectiveness

ENGEL is making its customers more competitive with flexible and efficient machine concepts along with automation from a single source. The system expert based in Schwertberg, Austria, will demonstrate what this means in practical terms by presenting two technically sophisticated applications at Int…

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Even at high temperatures and under compressive stress

GEMÜ 677HP PurePlus ultra-pure diaphragm valve

Thanks to making consistent improvements to processes and investments in state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, valve specialist GEMÜ can offer its customers plastic diaphragm valves with a significantly higher pressure-temperature rating.

Numerous applications in the semiconductor, foodstuff a…

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A somewhat different type of "support for medium-sized businesses" connects the rapid door manufacturer EFAFLEX with the GROB factories in Mindelheim.

High-speed turbo roller doors support state-of-the-art production processes

Two medium-sized partners have come together: GROB-WERKE in Mindelheim, producer of highly complex automated manufacturing systems and machine tools, and EFAFLEX, the specialist for high-speed door systems. Both family-owned companies operate worldwide, and both are industry leaders in innovation.

"I…

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Shoe manufacturing made easy

Everyone has them, everyone wears them

The history of shoes goes back a long way: already 40,000 years ago, humans had the need to protect their feet from harsh external conditions. However, it took several centuries and various manufacturing techniques for the modern, stylish shoe of today to develop. In pre-industrial times, shoes were…

ebm-papst continues its growth trajectory and plans to build a new development center in Mulfingen (Photo source: ebm-papst / Kraft+Kraft architecture firm) / Image: ebm-papst / Kraft+Kraft architecture firm

At the company headquarters in Mulfingen, ebm-papst is building a new development center (Photo source: Philipp Reinhard) / Image: Philipp Reinhard

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ebm-papst is building a new, 41 million € Development Center

Space for creativity and innovation

ebm-papst is continuing its course for growth and plans a new development center at the ebm-papst company headquarters in Mulfingen. The global technology leader for fans and motors will invest around € 41 million in the building.

The aim of the new building is to double the available floor space in…

Image 1: The workpieces are placed on plastic clips protected against scratches and impact marks. (Image: Kögel GmbH)

Image 2: The combination of plastic clips and stainless steel grid ensures safe storage of the workpieces. (Image: Kögel GmbH)

Image 3: Industrial component cleaning places high demands on the transport safety of workpiece carriers. (Image: Kögel GmbH)

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Modular support system protects workpieces from damage

Transport safety of workpiece carriers is increasingly demanding in industrial component cleaning and logistics processes. Kögel GmbH, based in Oberderdingen, has developed modular solutions for this purpose. By combining plastic supports and robust stainless steel components, goods can be moved pre…

With the acquisition of the biocide business for the EMEA region from Prom Chem, Vink Chemicals has further expanded its core business.

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Vink Chemicals acquires business in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East

Biozid division acquired by Prom Chem

Vink Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG has acquired the biocide business of Prom Chem Limited from Great Britain. As a result, the medium-sized company from Kakenstorf in Lower Saxony is expanding its most important business area in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Vink Chemicals generates around 90 percen…

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