PETpla.net Insider 12 / 2015

PET news 6 PET planet insider Vol. 16 No. 12/15 www.petpla.net All-over preform inspection At the 3rd International User Meeting of Intravis in Aachen, Germany, customers from all over the world received detailed information on new inspection possibilities in software and inspection systems. “The International User Meeting is estab- lished in the user’s industry. We not only offer an exchange forum besides the daily business but also showcase our new developments that are interesting for the users”, said Dr. Gerd Fuhrmann, CEO Intravis, explaining the success of the well- attended event series. During the two day event the newly developed inspection system Layer Watcher was presented. It measures the thickness of different layers in clear and trans- lucent preforms optically, non-destructively. The new software IntraVisualizer was also presented. It prepares production data, displaying it to the operator as a clear graphic. Statistics of different parameters, periods, batches and cavities could also be made by the IntraVisualizer. The user has the possibility to intervene in good time to avoid waste. A new in-line Color Watcher, detecting color deviations and provided with an early warning system, was the last presentation. The next event is planned for spring 2017. www.intravis.de A box full of creativity Of all the elements that make the styling of a plastic bottle extrava- gant and extraordinary, colour and colour effects are among the strong- est. The Kreativbox 1.0, launched by Finke, opens a wide range of special effects for the colour design of bottles made of PET, PE or PP. Displaying a number of appealing small bottles made of different materials, the Kreativbox demonstrates the whole variety of special effects that can be realised with Fibaplast, Fibafekt or Fibacomp masterbatches. In addition, a variety of technical processes and additives allow for special effects like metallic gleam, pearly shine, rainbow or colour flop. A lustrous, lacquered- like finish can be produced as well as a soft-grip surface. Also fragrances can be incorporated into the material. Apart from an abundance of aesthetic effects, Finke masterbatches enable a number of functional solutions for the unchange- able marking of products, like invisible safety formulations and additives for irreversible laser marking. The Kreativbox 1.0 guarantees technical feasibility, for designers as well as packaging manufacturers. Each year, Finke’s colourists develop more than 8,000 colour shades in accordance with customer’s specifications. The company’s team advises and supports users from the design stage to the final product. www.finke-colors.eu Kiefer opens new technical centre Kiefer Werkzeugbau GmbH has announced the expansion of its production facilities with the opening of a new technical centre at its headquarters in Schwaigern. The new building, which extends to 1100m 2 , houses blow moulding, injection moulding and thermoforming machines and enables the com- pany to extend its program of testing, validation and pilot runs. Operations commenced in November 2015. Kiefer offers services for research and development, prod- uct development and design, mould making, maintenance/ modification and technical support. www.kiefer-mold.de Husky at Gulfood Manufacturing 2015 Husky Injection Molding Systems wrapped up its first appearance at Gulfood Manufacturing 2015, October 27-29, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, one of the biggest food and beverage processing events in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. Husky’s booth showcased its range of PET preform and beverage closure moulding solutions and highlighted how its specific application expertise can support emerging packaging trends in this market. “Husky’s participation at Gulfood Manufacturing was a great opportu- nity to demonstrate our strong commitment to customers in this region,” said Wassim Labban, Husky’s Vice President, Beverage Packaging Sales, EMEA and SAARC. “Our focus is on supporting both existing and prospective customers in this growing market. This event allowed us to have many meaningful conversations with customers to gain insight into their specific needs and learn how we can provide innovative solutions to help them achieve their long-term manufacturing goals.” Husky has built solid relationships and has established a strong presence in MEASA, with representation in the United Arab Emirates, South Africa, India and Turkey. The company first established a presence in Dubai in 2003 and since that time has opened several local offices with representatives in multiple countries throughout the region. www.husky.ca www.gulfoodmanufacturing.com