Fakuma preview Innovations for increased efficiency in mould making

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At Fakuma, Strack Norma will unveil new injection moulding and die-casting tools, featuring efficient thread unscrewing units, adaptable slide kits, high-temp limit switches, an advanced water filter and 3D-printed spiral cores for better cooling and reduced cycle times.

Strack Norma will showcase its latest innovations in injection moulding and die-casting tools at the International Trade Fair for Plastics Processing, Fakuma, from October 15 to 19 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. This year's focus will be on products developed specifically for enhancing efficiency, such as thread unscrewing units for demoulding and the new high-temperature end switch with precise position feedback.

The compact SR thread unscrewing unit is a more precise and economical alternative to conventional thread demoulding techniques. It combines all the advantages of currently available products, including accessories and mounting options, in a single enclosed assembly. The compact unscrewing unit is currently available in various designs: single, double, fourfold, or eightfold angle unscrewing units. The double and fourfold unscrewing units are particularly suitable when multiple internal threads need to be demoulded simultaneously on the same plane, direction and pitch. These units are available in different axis distances to meet individual requirements.

Innovative adaptability with slide construction kits

The Z42010 slide construction kit for injection moulding tools can be individually adjusted in height, length and width, allowing seamless integration into any production process. To cover a wide range of applications, the slide construction kit can be used as a complete assembly or in individual components and is now available in 33 different sizes. A key feature of the new slide construction kits is the external radius, which facilitates the production of pockets in the tool. The slides come with a special adapter for slide inserts, offering a choice between materials 1.2343 and 1.2767 with a hardness of 54 +/- 2 HRC.

Additional pressure pieces with the Z42050 inclined column adapter are also available and can be combined with the new Z72 tapered head inclined column.

Limit switches for various applications

The mechanical, round limit switches Z7640 and Z7641 are characterised by their high temperature resistance and precise position feedback, offering flexible installation options facilitated by external threads and lock nuts. The Z7640 round end switch boasts a temperature resistance of up to 80°C, making it ideal for applications with moderate temperatures. For more demanding environments with higher temperatures, the Z7641 offers the perfect solution with its high resistance up to 130°C. This high-temperature end switch ensures precise position feedback with an impressive repeatability of 5 μm and seamless signal transmission, enabling maximum precision. The corresponding Z7602 and Z7603 cable sockets are available for optimal connection and secure signal transmission.

Innovative water filter for cooling circuit cleaning

The Z77100 water filter is the ideal solution for effectively reducing deposits in the cooling circuit of injection moulding machines, thereby improving the quality and efficiency of the process. With its high flow rate, the filter can be integrated directly into the machine's cooling circuit, ensuring clean water during the cooling process of the tool. The three different stainless steel filter inserts Z77101 are available with mesh sizes from 50 μm to 200 μm and can filter even the finest contaminants. Thanks to the various connection sizes of 1”, 1¼”, 1½”, and 2”, variable integration into the cooling circuit is guaranteed. Compared to other smaller filters, the Z77100 has a significantly larger filter area, ensuring flow rates from 100 l/min to 185 l/min, high dirt holding capacity and correspondingly long service life. The filter inserts can also be replaced quickly and easily.

Increased flexibility with 3D-printed spiral core for near-contour core cooling

The additive manufacturing process of the 3D-printed spiral cores realizes an optimized cooling system that reduces cycle times and enhances part quality. The cores allow targeted and uniform cooling at every point of the component, preventing undesirable effects such as warping or cracking. The spiral structure of the core ensures optimal heat dissipation and high dimensional stability of the plastic products at reduced cycle times. The spiral cores are available in three different designs and feature rheologically optimized trapezoidal cross-sections that guarantee low pressure losses. They come in single-thread, double-thread, and double-thread for ejectors with dimensions from Ø12 to Ø80 in lengths from 125 to 250 mm. In addition to many standard dimensions, custom sizes tailored to the construction are also offered with the shortest delivery times.

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