Extrusion International 3-2023-USA

23 Extrusion International 3/2023 All lines are equipped with gravimetric dosing systems and with forced feeders, in its latest design and when appropriate, for light scraps, notably difficult to feed into the extruder. Thermoregulation system is highly precise and is made following the strict standards used in engineering com- pounds where also square design for barrels is a must in modern extruders. Filtration systems, depending on the setup of the dif- ferent lines delivered, can achieve 80 microns to guaran- tee maximum purity of the processed scrap with limited sacrifice for output range. Underwater pelletizers are set at the end of each line, necessarily for big outputs. “Sustainability and ESG policies are more and more driving processors to invest in advanced mechanical re- cycling, “ says Giorgio Colombo, MD at ICMA, “our lat- est generation of co-rotating extruders combined with 50 years of experience as turn-key specialist in this field makes ICMA the partner of choice in this dynamic and challenging industry”. ICMA SAN GIORGIO www.icmasg.it ICMA’s line with MCM 110 extruder during installation Fiber Thermoforming  KIEFEL presented its extensive portfolio of innovative and sustain- able solutions for various industries at interpack 2023. Available just in time for this trade show: The new, advanced version of the NATURE- FORMER KFT 90 with innovative functions to increase productivity. The production of fiber-based packaging has reached new dimen- sions in terms of quality and effi - ciency thanks to the new advanced version of the NATUREFORMER KFT 90 which includes a range of innova- tive features that will increase the productivity. With improved steam manage- ment, Kiefel Steam Flow Technology allows for up to a remarkable 30% reduction in cycle time – meaning faster production and greater ef- ficiency than before. In addition, its new temperature controller ensures the highest possible process reliability and provides full control over every aspect of the operation. With an op- timized HMI interface that simplifies machine operation, it's easier to get started producing high-quality parts right away, without warm-up phase. Furthermore, customers can expect higher profits due to an advanced molding process that reduces weight variationwhile increasing good parts. KIEFEL GmbH www.kiefel.com The NATUREFORMER KFT 90 can produce a variety of natural fiber packaging – from trays, cups to coffee capsules, containers for frozen food and more The NATUREFORMER KFT 90 now upgraded for a 30% faster production. Advanced features also available for KFT 90 already installed as “Advance Upgrade” (Pictures © KIEFEL GmbH)