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Connectors Han-Eco B. Harting has introduced the Han-Eco B and has taken a considerable step forward with this series: The connector series with housings made of high-performance plastic is now fully compatible with the Han B industry standard.
read more...Pöppelmann K-Tech is expanding its range of services: with the new 2K-LSR process for temperature-resistant seals, the company offers a solution for components with very high sealing and temperature requirements.
read more...With the Luvosint and Luvocom 3F product lines, the Lehvoss Group is presenting customized plastics for 3D printing at Formnext.
read more...Plastic plain bearing applications wanted
Every two years, Igus presents the manus award for applications with plastic plain bearings. The starting signal has now been given for the application phase for the next edition. The winners can look forward to prize money of up to 5,000 euros.
read more...Cabka opens a research center on 800 square meters in the Technological Park Paterna. The core areas of the Innovation Center are product development, process automation and, primarily, materials development.
read more...The plastic direct screw connection has proven itself in the field of mechanical connection technology and has been used successfully for more than 30 years. Users can get to grips with screw connections in plastic with the Koala process from Desoutter.
read more...A manufacturer of blow molding systems was not satisfied with the service life of the linear guides on which the mold's clamping plates move. After analyzing the causes of failure, NSK recommended switching to the NH series linear guides.
read more...Assembly of guide sleeves for headrests. The assembly of plastic guide sleeves for the headrest adjustment of the SUV series of a German premium manufacturer places high demands on automation.
read more...Igus has now developed a filament made of the material Iglidur J350 in order to be able to quickly replace wear parts for applications in the high-temperature range. The filament can be processed within a very short time using a high-temperature 3D printer.
read more...Interview with Tom Krause, Igus
Plastics specialist Igus has built up a strong position in the field of additive manufacturing - in component production as well as in the development of 3D printing materials for special requirements. Andreas Mühlbauer spoke to Tom Krause, Head of the Igus Additive Manufacturing division, about the importance of 3D printing, from product development through to the production of large quantities.
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