Ushio’s Infrared (IR) team is preparing for the 28th FAKUMA international trade fair. The much-anticipated plastics processing event takes place from 17-21 October 2023. At its stand, Ushio will present not only its established portfolio, but in particular the possibilities of customised IR solutions as well as high-quality components, some of which are manufactured in-house.
Meet with the Ushio representatives to discuss light sources for drying systems, surface pre-treatment, heating elements, rapid heat treatment, and surface finishing technologies. In addition to IR solutions for blow moulding, extrusion technology, thermoforming and 3D printing, the industry highlight will also focus above all on the digital transformation and sustainable plastics processing with efficient production.
This year’s hot topics are:
Twin Tube IR Lamps – Two filament tubes, fused together, achieve new levels of durability and increased performance in small spaces. Ushio’s famous customisations include integrated reflectors, universal burning position, and waterproofing.
Gold Coated IR Lamps – Lamps with gold coating on the outside of the quartz glass optimise power density through maximum reflectivity and direct the emission precisely onto the target material. Various circumferences and coverings are likewise possible. Golden coated lamps are a perfect alternative to temperature-stable white coating for application areas where energy saving, optimisation and efficiency are the goals.
Extra-long twin-tube IR lamps – Ushio is expanding its IR lamp portfolio with twin-tube lamps up to 5 meters long. These lamps offer a higher power density and flexible connection and control options with less installation effort. The positioning of the temperature-sensitive pinching area outside the heating zone makes them particularly suitable for applications where wide webs need to be heated. Waterproof versions are likewise available.
Reflectors for Pin Lamps – As a modular alternative to expensive, custom-built, bent IR lamps, these reflectors improve system efficiency and power density. With the help of these reflectors, the beam profile of pin lamps can be directed to a point or linear shape. Any pattern or layout can be made to uniformly focus the IR heat exactly where and when it is needed.
EmitFit – a quick-release ceramic mounting system for swift IR lamp exchange and reduced production down-time. The new design reduces the fitting size to maximize the area devoted to IR irradiation.
UniJet UV LED modules for plastics processing
In addition to IR solutions, Ushio will showcase its UniJet UV LED series, ranging from single spot modules to batch irradiation units.
These can be used in a variety of processing applications of plastics such as:
. 3 D printing
. Adhesives
. Curing
. Disinfection
. Curing
. Inkjet printing
. Lamination
. Stapling
. Polymerization
. Surface cleaning
. Pre-Treatment of the surface
. Painting
Contact Ushio for a meeting at Fakuma 2023
If you are interested in trying out Ushio’s IR heat sources, contact Ushio’s regional experts via the following links: EMEA: https://www.ushio.eu/contact/
FAKUMA 2023
Messe Friedrichshafen
Booth A2-2221
17–21 October 2023
Visit Fakuma 2023 Website
