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RELIABLE
AUTOMATION
AND OPTIMIZATION
OF EXTRUSION
PROCESSES
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PLAST-CONTROL …
A STORY OF SUCCESS
y Branch offices
y Representations
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AUTOMATION
& QUALITY ASSURANCE
PLAST-CONTROL is the only company in our mar- Complete responsibility of the control technology
ket which produces all critical components in- and the ability to produce custom made applica-
house. This in-depth knowledge of the principles tions offers unrivalled experience and technical
and hardware gives you, the customer, the chance competence.
to use the process knowledge to the greatest ef-
fect. We can fully automate your extrusion line. Do not
hesitate to contact us!
Our position of being able to design and build
complete control systems without using third par-
ty devices and software is unique for the industry.
Advantages:
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ALL SYSTEMS …
GT3+, GDC-N, ACS
The GT3+ is an economic but yet powerful system The complete range of profile representation and
for the gravimetric control of an extrusion line. It analyzer tools is customizable. The client can
is designed for the control of up to 3 gravimetric choose between a monitor with key buttons or
weighing hoppers (e.g. a mono line with a main with touch screen.
hopper and 2 dosing units, or a 3-layer co-ex line
with 3 main hoppers without dosing units). A powerful GDC-N computer grants a fast and ef-
ficient control, being the right choice for simple
The GT3+ could also be used when it comes to gravimetric, batch-blending systems or contin-
pure conveying, width or IBC control – require- uous gravimetric dosing systems with up to 15
ments that do not require an extensive visuali- components. Additional functions such as IBC
zation. and width measurement/control can be integra-
ted.
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The GDC-N is the compact specialist. The system
handles up to 15 gravimetric weighing hoppers,
temperature control or the profile measurement
and control.
Advantages:
S y Capacitive online gauge measurement
A System GT3+ y Width measurement and control
S System GDC-N y IBC control
D System ACS y Material flow control MFC (vacuum loading)
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GRAVIMETRIC
EXTRUDER CONTROL
PRO-GRAV
A Hopper frame A
S
S GT3+ Screen display
D “Loss-in-weight“-principle
This approach of control is the only suitable prin-
ciple when it comes to mono- and co-extrusion
applications. This concept works for all contin-
uous extrusion processes. Needed in the process
are a gravimetric weigh hopper frame, a slide The systems are capable to control the film
valve and a PC System. weight with a resolution of ± 0.1 % from the av-
erage. The system will compensate for deviations
even if the filter from the extruder gets clogged
or a heater band fails. The deviation from the tar-
get value will be detected and accordingly cor-
rected so that the film is still produced with the
best quality.
D Advantages:
y Raw material savings
In case of co-extrusion lines, the control of layer y No dependence on the bulk density
thicknesses is done by the adjustment of the in- y Fast order change times
dividual extruder throughput, matching the tar- y Constant product quality
get entry. If the production level is increased y Simple user interface
through changing the haul off speed, all extru- y Customized solutions
ders will simultaneously react and the product y Rugged, durable construction
parameters will remain constant even during the y Easy cleaning through the removable hopper
order change phase. y Fast return of investment
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GRAVIMETRIC
CONTINUOUS DOSING
PRO-DOS
The latest generation of dosing unit now incor- y Considerable saving of aggregates
porates a high torque motor delivering a wide y Independent from bulk density
speed range. This minimizes the need for dosing y Fast product change
screw changes. Advanced software control guar- y No pre-mixed material
antees accurate control from very low to high y Precise dosing of small volumes
output rates. y Easy operation and simple target entry
y Up to 8 components per extruder
y No dosing screw changes necessary
y Easy cleaning due to removable hoppers
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GRAVIMETRIC
BATCH DOSING
PRO-BATCH
S
A PRO-BATCH 4-180
S PB-4-180 on a Co-Ex-line
Advantages:
y More precise batch mixer
y Compact construction
y Usable in various situations
y Highly accessible
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GRANULE CONVEYING
PRO-VAC
S
A
In order to choose the right concept, talk to our A Conveying system with PCH 400
experts right from the beginning phase of your S Layout of a conveying system
planning. D Material-Minimising Control (MMC)
F Vacuum pump with PCP pre-filter
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CENTRAL VACUUM
PRO-VAC
D
Advantages:
y Noticeable lower energy consumption
y High flexibility
y Centralized control
y No dust contamination in the production hall
y Less noise in the production hall
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12 min.
reel change reaction time
level
good production
[1ms]
count
– 200 µm
– 350 µm 12 min.
reaction time
–
–
600
1000
µm
µm
A PIPE-IDENT
> 1000 µm S Dust and contamination filtration with PCH-E
D PCH-E conveyor
Advantages:
y High transparency
y Energy efficiency
y Customized design
y High reliability
D y Efficient filtering of dust and angel hair
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Advantages:
y OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency)
y Manufacturing transparency in real time
y Material balance sheet
y Central data storage and retrieval
A PCC-Screen
y Online access to all production parameters
S OEE-Diagram
D PCC-Scheme y Material database capability
y Scrap accountability
y Central logging of machine status and alarms
y PLAST-CONTROL remote support via modem
y Connection to plant network
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PROFILE MEASUREMENT
PRO-FIL
A
A Profile display
S Measuring heads
D Profile measuring with round scanner
F C-SCAN
D F
Advantages:
y The right measurement solution for all applications
y Measurement of sticky (i.e.EVA) and soft film
without damage with AirCC
y Integrated film temperature measurement
y Barrier film measurement with C-SCAN
y Non-contact measurement of overall thickness
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PROFILE CONTROL
PRO-CON
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A PRO-CON display
S PRO-CON C-400 air ring
D PRO-CON
PRO-FIL
sensor Advantages:
profile measurement
y 50 % reduction of the base tolerances
y No additional energy input
y Output increase with MAGIC FLOW
PRO-CON y Simultaneous control of thin and thick film areas
air ring
profile control y Easy retrofit
y Retrofits of rotating/oscillating dies possible
y Fast return on investment
y Auto profile shift compensation
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DOWNGAUGING A
with PLAST-CONTROL
F
Advantages:
y High bubble stability – fast return of investment
y Perfect basic tolerances
y Significant higher output, up to 40 % more
than comparable cooling systems
y Better mechanical film properties possible
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PROFILE CONTROL
PRO-JET
A
profile measurement
S
profile control A PRO-JET layout
S PRO-JET installation
D PRO-JET cut-out picture
Advantages:
y Economic solution for retrofits
y Immediate response
y Low additional energy input
y Auto profile shift compensation
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Advantages:
y Modular
A NAVIGATOR-screen y Safety function
S Power distribution and drive control y Retrofit/exchange of the old components
D Cabinets for CoEx-line y Long term availability of spare parts
y Operation through Touch Screen
y Implementation of clients’ individual wishes
y Safety assurance of E-Stop circuitry
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sensor 1
A
S A Ultra-sonic sensors 1-3
S IBC System control
D Frequency converter
F Signal converter
0-10 VDC
G Blower IBC in/out
sensor 2 sensor 3
(4-20 mA) H STV air valve
(Stepper Throttle Valve)
J Ultra-sonic sensor
on calibration basket
D F J
sensors on frostline level
STV
air valve
G IBC in H M
IBC out
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BUBBLE CONTROL
PRO-WIDE & PRO-CAGE
A Width measurement
S Motor F
D Ultra-sonic sensor
F PRO-CAGE Type L
Advantages:
y Precise width control
y Various roller surfaces
D y Rigid construction
y Compact design with wide adjustment range
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GAUGE MEASUREMENT
PRO-LAB II
Advantages:
y Measurement according
to the norms DIN/ISO/ASTM
y Easy handling
y Automatic mode
y Easy calibration
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