Davis-Standard and Maillefer to highlight new technology at K2019

Davis-Standard, LLC and Maillefer will showcase new technology at K2019 in Dusseldorf, Germany, October 16-23. A range of extrusion and converting technology will be shown, highlighting the ways Davis-Standard, Maillefer, Brampton Engineering and Thermoforming Systems LLC (TSL) deliver technology, value and market expertise to customers. Davis-Standard's support of a circular economy in terms of sustainable processing practices, waste reduction and alternative polymer use will be at the forefront.

Following are highlights of the display:

DS Activ-Check− This "smart" technology system enables processors to take advantage of real-time predictive maintenance by providing early notifications of potential machine failures. Machine operators are alerted to issues before they happen, reducing unplanned downtime while also collecting valuable data. Users receive notifications via e-mail or text, and continuous monitoring of production machine status is available on smart devices and remote PCs. Key parameters monitored include extruder reducer, lubrication system, motor characteristics, the drive power unit, barrel heating and cooling. The benefits of Activ-Check will be demonstrated on a profile line using Microsoft® Windows 10 on an EPIC III® control system.

Bluebox. Maillefer's Industry 4.0 data strategy is developed for high-speed acquisition and storage from all levels. Maillefer will show a lively implementation of a smart factory, where data from our different exhibits including the stand itself are correlated into informative dashboards. The real-time exhibit provides visitors with insight on how Industry 4.0 applies to their particular manufacturing environments.

Elastomer Developments – Equipment for both medical and automotive applications will be shown. This includes silicone technology for producing medical grade silicone tubes, wound drains and catheters as well as elastomer capabilities for manufacturing hydraulic and automotive hoses and automotive seals. The Model 3000A crosshead is an example of this technology, reducing scrap and allowing faster start-up times. The crosshead offers preferred features such as a tapered mandrel and highly engineered flow paths to ensure consistent flow through all speed ranges, as well as a thrust bearing on pin adjustment to adjust wall thickness without interruption.

Profile Capabilities – Pipe and tubing applications will be well-represented at K. This includes solutions and manufacturing configurations for automotive fuel and vapor tubes, micro-drip irrigation laterals, heating and plumbing pipe, blown fiber micro-duct, medical tubes, offshore flexible pipe, custom pipe and tubing, and wire and cable.

New Extrusion Die for extrusion coating applications – The new Series 510A extrusion die will show the advantages of a short lip design and edge bead reduction (EBR) functionality. The die features an exchangeable lip optimized for specific resin types, a motorized internal and external deckling system for safe operation, an internal die channel for optimal melt flow and deckling adjustment, and an internal rod for edge bead reduction and leakage-free operation.

Blown Film – The partnership of Gloucester Engineering and Brampton Engineering under the Davis-Standard banner offers customers with GEC Extrol control systems the ideal opportunity to upgrade their existing blown film control systems to ITALYCS® Additionally, the Vector® air ring will demonstrate how new air control technology can improve the uncorrected film gauge (also called starting gauge) by as much as 60 to 80 percent. The Vector® air ring provides stable air velocity resulting in consistent cooling to minimize variations in gauge across the width of the film.