Extrusion International 4-2023

42 Extrusion International 4/2023 also no longer any damage to the strip edges. In addition to other in- novative solutions such as the Fault Control System "FCS", this intelli- gent technology in particular offers decisive added value in contrast to other available systems in the mar- ket. In addition, the laser welding systems from Templet Deutschland convince with their precise welding results and high process reliability. To ensure process reliability even at high speeds, not only the form- ing and welding process itself is enormously important, but also the feeding and preparation of the aluminum strip. With the newly de- veloped and fully automatic laser transverse seam welding system, Templet Deutschland sets new stan- dards in this area as well. High-pre- cision linear robots guide the new aluminum strip into the production level and weld it without operator intervention. Thus, operator errors caused by humans are eliminated for all time. battenfeld-cincinnati, in turn, has just recently introduced a signifi - cant innovation in the field of plas - tics processing with its latest gen- eration of extruder technology, the "NG" and "XNG" series. The highly advanced processes provide energy savings of up to 15% compared to earlier models. In addition, they re- duce the axial pressure curve and thus the load on the overall system. The patented VSI die head de- sign from battenfeld-cincinnati offers additional advantages in aluminum composite pipe produc- tion, especially when processing PE-RT materials. The helix II VSI die series sets new standards in terms of end product quality, through- put and handling. The sophisticat- ed three-stage distribution system ensures excellent melt homogene- ity, outstanding layer distribution and, as a result, creates almost perfect pipe surfaces. The com- pact, lightweight and modular de- sign makes fast color changes and rinsing times possible, as well as short heat-up times. This ensures considerable savings in material and energy costs as well as signifi- cantly reduced maintenance and setup times. All production-relevant data can be recorded and documented in real time for the control and con- stant monitoring of pipe quality. Individual Industry 4.0 solutions can thus be realized at profitable prod - uct costs. Continuous investments in re- search and development will ensure the highest availability and process reliability of the machines in the fu- ture as well. battenfeld-cincinnati and Templet Deutschland also offer their customers comprehensive cus- tomer service far beyond the war- ranty period: In this way, machines already in operation continue to be kept at the latest technical level. The worldwide service network of the two companies is available to customers around the clock for this purpose – on the phone as well as via video chat and, of course, direct- ly at the machine. battenfeld-cincinnati www.battenfeld-cincinnati.com Templet Deutschland GmbH www.templet.de PIPE EXTRUSION