Extrusion 5-2018

47 Extrusion 5/2018 tic and functional characteristics, as well as reducing considera- bly production wastes and energy consumption. In the exclusive Manager version, Moisture Meter allows an au- tomatic and efficient management of the dehumidification pro- cess: the customer only uses the energy required for each pha- se of the process. With Moisture Meter Manager, we are focu- sing about data and real savings in 4.0 industry. With regards to energy efficiency, Moretto presented at Plast the new cooling concept X COOLER. X Cooler inherits the X MAX spirit of EUREKA as it develops into a concept of great ef- ficiency, modularity and easy expansion over time. X COOLER is a modular cooling system, equipped with screw compressors with variable flow, high efficiency evaporators, centrifugal ducted fans and electronic expansion valves that, even in this case, guarantee high performance and optimize the consumption of a compartment of high energy consuming departments. X Cooler is a cooling system suitable for heavy- duty applications. Regarding temperature management, Moretto presented TE-KO Chiller, the integrated cooling and temperature control system that meets the compactness requirements of the plas- tics processing departments by definitively reducing the spaces these machines traditionally took up. One machine for two functions that makes the difference in the consistency of the fi- nished product is quality, in the drastic reduction of waste and in the energy efficiency of the department. A versatile solution for the double zone thermoregulation of the molds, with adjustable set point between + 10 ° C and + 95 ° C and integrated chiller for the production of cooling water. Absolute precision in the temperatures, pressures and water flow management is guaranteed by solid-state relays and control systems with microprocessors dedicated to control and perfect integration of processes. TE-KO Chiller is equipped, as standard, with the integrated Free Cooler function, which al- lows the optimization of consumption according to the envi- ronmental conditions, in which the transformation process takes place. Continuing with the news, DPK is the newcomer of the already large family of Moretto’s dosers. A compact loss-in-weight ad- ditive dosing unit, suitable for intermittent or continuous dos- ing of small quantities of color or additives into a flow base ma- terial. This new dosing unit solves the problem of overdosing with an extremely precise control. Thanks to the exclusive vibra- tion immunity system, the machine control algorithm and the hopper removeable from the dosing unit, DPK achieves a dos- ing accuracy up to 0.3%, allowing processors to avoid unne- cessary wastes of expensive additives. DPK is strongly characterized by his hopper, made of transpa- rent acrylic material that allows the operator to see the state of the machine at any time and at long distances. Furthermore, its integrated feeding system autonomously manages the loading of the material, according to the needs of the processing ma- chine. With regard to PET and in particular to the beverage sector, Moretto presented the DS series mould dryer, designed to pre- serve the moulds from water condensation so as to guarantee the best quality of the product along with a longevity of the same mould. DS is characterized by a compact structure and works with a high performance rotor that inherits the zeolite technology and expresses all benefits in terms of process and energy performance.The recycling of plastic is an important and very topical subject. Even in this area, Moretto continues to develop customized solutions for the recycling of PET. At Plast, Moretto presented a new series of MPK crystallizers. They are absolutely necessary machines in this sector where R-PET and direct regrind, which is the scale coming from bottle granulati- on, are materials that need dedicated processes and system specifications. Mowis 3, new 4.0 solution The company proceeds on a precise business strategy aimed at the future and continuous investment in technology, automati- on, research and skilled staff, with a view of the 4.0 criteria. A 4.0 approach is mainly required by sectors such as automoti- ve, medical and packaging, which require major technological standards and where Moretto records his best performance. At Plast 2018, Moretto presented a preview of MOWIS 3, the brand’s new integrated supervision and management 4.0 sys- tem. Inside Moretto’s booth a real "control space" was recrea- ted. With the support of a technical staff visitors were instruc- ted about the functionalities and extreme customization of this new system of supervision and integrated management. Tomorrow The Green Factor, which has always accompanied Moretto acti- vities, evolves today into a new project called BE TOMORROW. Be Tomorrow is a renewed commitment of all of us who under- take more and more activities that involve the company and the whole supply chain towards eco-responsible attitudes and pro- cesses, towards research and continuous real innovation aimed at reducing electricity consumption, recycling and bio-plastics. MORETTO S.p.A. Via dell’Artigianato, 3 , 35010 Massanzago (PD), Italy www.moretto.com