Materials Handling/Processing - Articles - Page 24

Henkel Invests in Machine Learning Software Start-Up Fero Labs

Henkel will support Fero Labs to grow its existing customer base while leveraging the potential of Industry 4.0 applications in its own production sites.

February 10, 2020

Henkel recently announced that it has participated in the latest funding round of Fero Labs, a U.S.-based start-up aiming to optimize industrial processes by using explainable machine learning.

Nouryon to Use Digital Technology from Semiotic Labs to Boost Plant Reliability

The technology has been successfully implemented at Nouryon’s chlorine plant at Ibbenbüren, Germany, and will now be rolled out to seven other sites in Europe.

January 31, 2020

Nouryon has signed a framework agreement to implement self-learning technology developed by Semiotic Labs that helps predict when to maintain and replace pumps and other rotating equipment.

SCHEUGENPFLUG: Material Preparation and Feeding Unit

According to the company, the new LiquiPrep system allows for the reliable preparation and feeding of self-leveling adhesives and potting materials with a viscosity of up to 70.000 mPa∙s.

January 28, 2020

Scheugenpflug recently announced that it has launched a new generation of its A310 material preparation and feeding unit.

Ross mixer with powder induction manifold

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Triple-Shaft Mixer with Powder Induction Manifold

According to Ross, SLIM incorporates powder or liquid phases directly into the rotor-stator mix head, causing instant wet-out as it rotates at 3,600 rpm.

January 21, 2020

The latest 600-gal Ross VersaMix model VM-600 is reportedly capable of high-speed subsurface powder induction with the proprietary Ross solids/liquid injection manifold (SLIM).

Surface Treatment with Atmospheric Plasma

The chemistry of an atmospheric plasma surface treatment must be adopted to the targeted process.

Nicolas Vandencasteele

January 21, 2020

Most polymers have a low surface energy, which results in difficulties when further processing (e.g., coating, printing, or gluing) and requires the use of surface treatment to increase the surface energy.

Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan Moves to New Office and Demonstration Center

With the expanded demonstration center and office space, the company has consolidated its fluid dispensing and conformal coating, test and inspection, and plasma treatment equipment into one location.

December 5, 2019

Nordson Corp. recently announced that Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan has relocated to new larger office and demonstration facilities in central Tokyo to deliver sales, service, technical training, and support to its customers and sales network in Japan.

EIRICH: Process Data Visualization Software

As browser-based software that is not tied to any specific platform, ProView works with any controller.

December 3, 2019

ProView process data visualization from EIRICH reportedly enables simple and quick analysis of process values.

Ross Names Langhorn Vice President of Sales

Langhorn joined the company in 1998 and has served in positions of increasing responsibility over the years.

November 26, 2019

Charles Ross & Son Co. recently announced the appointment of Ken Langhorn to the position of vice president of Sales.

Scheugenpflug to Premier New Material Prep and Feeding Unit at productronica

An evolution of Scheugenpflug’s A310 system, LiquiPrep reportedly offers high feeding performance, easy maintenance, and long service life.

October 22, 2019

Scheugenpflug recently announced that it will present its new LiquiPrep material preparation and feeding unit for the first time in hall A4, booth 454, at productronica, which will be held November 12-15 in Munich, Germany.

Enercon to Display Corona, Plasma, and Flame Surface Treating Technologies at K 2019

Visitors to the company’s stand will reportedly have the opportunity to explore five electrode assemblies featuring variations of high-powered ceramic and stainless steel electrodes.

October 16, 2019

Enercon Industries recently announced that it will showcase hands-on displays that cover its range of corona, plasma, and flame surface treating technologies at K 2019.