Ceramicx present an energy mission to plastics thermoformers for 2011

Ceramicx a world leader when it comes to producing and developing infrared heating solutions are determined to make 2011 the year that thermoformers resolve to invest in energy and cost efficient heating systems/
By: Frank Wilson
 
Jan. 9, 2011 - PRLog -- International heating systems specialist and manufacturer Ceramicx is determined to make 2011 the year that plastics thermoformers embrace their own best interests and get more out of their production -  for less energy and cost.

Ceramicx founder and Managing Director Frank Wilson says that ‘this year’s K 2010 exhibition confirmed to us that a large part of the industry is ready for the message and ready to look at their heating methods and energy useage. The part that isn’t ready, will get left behind.’

Wilson says that ‘it still amazes me to note the number of thermformers who see no need to measure the energy consumption on their machines. The ‘thermo’ and energy efficient needs in thermoforming are critical to the profitability of the whole operation.’

Ceramicx believes that upgrading the heating systems and platens to infrared-based technology in the coming year will be one of the smartest moves any plastics thermoformer could make. “Short term, replacing a whole machine may not be possible or even desirable. But for a very low outlay an upgrade to a fixed and expensive capital asset can be supplied. Not only can a new heating unit for itself within months but  also make the user 40% more margin on the production output.’

Wilson adds that ‘one typically never hears of mechanical issues in thermoforming – it’s all to do with the heat operation – issues of burn out; with electrical faults and with problems with older style and non-directional heating where the thermoforming operator is being continually forced to ramp up the power and the input electricity in order to try and maintain a temperature.’


Wilson says that a host of other factors will contribute to thermoformers wanting to realise more margin and more money via infrared from their fixed production, including:

Major reduction in capital equipment wear and tear
Like-for-like infrared for tubular replacements
Elimination of ‘hot box’ tubular problems
No need for changes in control or instrumentation
Poor performing infra red to be replaced with superior platens
Savings in directional heat
Better resultant product quality
Improved set up time and tool change time
More complex parts possible
Cooling requirements also reduced
Matching of heating controls to polymers being processed
Improved environment for operators


Wilson says that – judging at least from the feedback at K 2010 exhibition - 2011 should see many thermformers making good New Year’s resolutions that throw out these wasteful old practices and ring in new modern methods of heating.  ‘Even installing a simple energy monitoring device – an energy ‘mileometer’ as I call it - is as good place a place as any to get some awareness of the energy issues.’

All further details of Ceramicx thermoforming infrared platen systems from Frank Wilson, Ceramicx Managing Director.  www.Ceramicx.com  Tel. +353 2837510
Fax + 353 2837509    frank@ceramicx.com

http://www.ceramicx.com/en/latest-news

NOTES FOR THE EDITOR

Ceramicx was set up in 1992 and in 1994 moved into its new premises in Ballydehob, Ireland on a site previously owned by Infrared Internationale.  The factory output is 98% exported. The company’s planned developments and expansion will include higher value jobs supported by increased levels of automation and know-how at our factory works. Over the past five years Ceramicx has invested in a large machinery shop, with CNC milling machines and metal cutting, shaping and finishing machinery to ensure the continuing independent manufacturing success of the company – with no dependence on outsourcing and full control of the innovation and materials used.

Ceramicx products and systems are already extensively used in a wide range of industrial and consumer areas. Whether they know it or not, the worldwide plastics and packaging industries are all key users since much of their processing equipment already contains Ceramicx heating elements or Ceramicx heating design. Thermoformed plastic products surround us all in the day to day – from butter tubs to burger boxes and from fridge linings to car door linings – and Ceramicx has played its part in the heat forming technology.

All of these elements offer an immense range of heating types and heating performance: Ceramicx makes Ceramic and Quartz emitters which range in surface temperature from 150°C (302°F) to 730°C (1346°F) and the Ceramicx Tungsten bulbs are capable of reaching in excess of 2400°C (4352°F).

Part of the Ceramicx service been to mix and match these heating options in the best interests of the customer. Founder Frank Wilson says that ‘at Ceramicx you will find a company that is not satisfied with the established standards for the industry. We have developed many new products that better fit the needs of today's manufacturer who has no choice but to be reliant on process heating. Our niche is in giving this customer a much superior product at a competitive price. In addition, the energy content of every product is a very important cost and ecological issue.’

Ceramicx logistics and delivery systems are second to none: Each day the company ships its output across the globe. The goods range from the smallest carton of around 6kgs to full pallets and containers. The company ships by road, sea and air and the requirements vary greatly for different countries: Destinations outside the EU require import documentation such as movement certificates and export documents, Certificates of Origin, Invoices and other documents – all of which the company has expert systems for.

Ceramicx also pays great attention to the packaging and safety of its goods in transit and all goods are carefully wrapped and packaged. Ceramicx uses recycled packing for all of our shipments wherever possible.

As an industrial company, a user of energy - and a producer of energy products for a multitude of other industrial companies – Ceramicx is highly aware of the new energy agenda in the world and the need for ecological and low carbon footprint products and practices. Accordingly the company is planning the construction of its own wind turbine for all its future energy use.

All further details from Frank Wilson, Ceramicx Managing Director. http://www.ceramicx.com  Tel. +353 2837510
Fax + 353 2837509

frank@ceramicx.com
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Source:Frank Wilson
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Tags:Ceramicx, Thermformers, Thermoformers, Thermoforming, Thermoforming Operator
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