As of 2019, over 600,000 implants were estimated to have been produced by 3D printing. By 2027, this number is expected to exceed 4,000,000. When SAMAPLAST discovered the freeformer and ARBURG Plastic Freeforming (APF), it immediately saw the unique and revolutionary opportunities offered by the open system and freedom to choose materials. [...] Being able to iterate with these materials even before serial production would provide a significant advantage,“ said Moesli, referring to the initial freeformer evaluation phase. [...] Brazil, Japan, USA, Asia), SAMAPLAST AG is today a sought-after partner for companies who wish to go from idea to serial production quickly. In fact, in De- cember 2020 the company was certified to DIN SPEC 17071 (in future ISO ASTM 52920) by TÜV Süd, which authorises SAMAPLAST as a contract manufacturer with the FDA in America.
The Technology Days, how- ever, did not only excel in terms of visitor numbers, but also and more importantly in terms of quality. This was clearly demonstrated by the visitor question- naire, in which top marks were awarded throughout. [...] This means that the hydraulic ALLROUNDER S machines in the basic spec version can only perform serial movements, where- as the basic ALLROUNDER E machine can perform the most important ma- chine movements simultaneously. [...] In order to achieve a variable cavity volume, there are a number of possibilities. Based on the machine movements, a distinction is made between so-called “main axis compres- sion” and “auxiliary axis compression”.
K ‘98: Let us show you! At ARBURG, the number of machine series in the pro- gramme is constantly being reduced, while the flexibil- ity and individuality of ALLROUNDERs is being in- creased. [...] With the “extended drive move- ments“ option package, the number of drive stages for se- quences of all kinds (e.g. mould, ejector or core pull) can be freely selected. [...] This means that there are a great number of manufacturers world wide, and for us this means that we are aware of very strong global competition.
One system – multiple product variants On this system, ERCO produces a number of lens variants and so-called collimators which bundle the light rays. [...] Gaub: We are currently involved in a number of projects. The aim is, for exam- ple, to produce complex yet lightweight structural components. [...] Further process steps such as insertion, assembly and quality assurance can be integrated without extending the cycle time. Double the number of cavities is available over the same mould mounting surface.
The integrated ioni- sation system neutralises electrostatic charging, thus significantly reducing the number of particles on the mould- ed parts. The permanent air flow leads to a high level of air circulation in the working area. [...] ALLROUNDER in the clean room: the entire production process operates under identical conditions. 18 // You want to ensure a smooth serial production of high-end injection moulded parts under clean production conditions?
. \\ ALLROUNDER S: MODULARITY MEANS FLEXIBILITY Hydraulic technology stages T1: Single-circuit pump technology for particularly energy-saving operation with servo hydraulics (ASH). • Exclusively serial movements • Fixed clamping and nozzle contact force T2: Two-circuit pump technology for optimized sequences/cycles and more process engineering options. [...] The compact design with only a small number of sealing points to the outside is also impressive. Gentle mould use The box-type construction of the movable mounting platen is longitudinally guid- ed and supported as standard from size 370 onwards.
Brandstätter has about 65% of these moulds made by companies in its own group, Brandform in Zirndorf and Inmold in Malta, including a large number of complex multi-component moulds. Meeting future challenges will be child’s play Just over 70% of Playmobil production is handled in Ger- many. [...] Simultaneous movements can be programmed as easily as serial movements. The control system identifies any missing ma- chine functions for insertion at a suitable position. [...] There is no reason why different functions which were previously handled in serial form cannot be controlled in parallel. Core pullers started in serial mode can be programmed simultaneously as machine movements and started depending on the sequence.
Kraibühler: plays a decisive role in the development discussing a number of areas which today 48/2012 5 Quantity and quality: the ARBURG Technology Days combine both. [...] But that isn’t all. There are also a number of special congresses and several ARBURG events so that the ARBURG calendar is packed with almost 100 events. [...] At the end of the 1920s, the idea of modular, serially installable terminal connectors, so-called series terminals was born.
One goal has been to significantly reduce the number of prototype moulds. P&G has also been involved in the area of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in plastics processing since 2006. [...] Thomas Ritter sees even greater poten- tial for further automation in the future: “We already have a large number of ma- chines with robotic systems that remove and set down the parts, as well as linked systems, e.g. for the production of electric components with foamed-on seals. [...] Flip-top closures for wet wipe boxes are produced for a number of Kimberly-Clark brands as conventional packaging articles on two large hybrid ALLROUNDER 720 H and 920 H machines.
As usual, ARBURG can also be relied on in this respect. The number of visitors to the Technology Days shows that our customers view our efforts positively - after all, 3000 visitors took the time to attend our technology show. [...] Last year’s record result was almost re- peated with 3000 visitors from 29 countries. It is evident that the number of participants from abroad is increasing from year to year. Over 40 percent of this year’s visitors (around 1200 guests) came from abroad. [...] A regulating pump ensures regulated machine movements in series, thereby covering the majority of the standard applications for which a serial se- quence of the relevant cycle stage is suffi - cient. From technology stage 2 onwards the hy- draulics operate with a main pump and a high- pressure pump.
