Reduced weight and improved performance
Lightweight structures mean lower energy consumption and reduced environmental impact. Construction plastics are the solution here, as components made from these materials can be up to 80-85 percent lighter than components made from metal.
However, engineering plastics have many other advantages, such as low friction and high wear resistance. With bearings, guide rails, rollers, roller tracks, wear strips, etc., made of engineering plastic, maintenance costs can be significantly reduced and operational reliability increased. Furthermore, engineering plastics are resistant to chemicals and various liquids, and can withstand both high and low temperatures. Engineering plastics can therefore be used in a wide variety of application areas.
Holder in filling machine
Previous die-cast aluminium holders
replaced by Nylatron holders® GSM plastic.
BENEFITS:
- Weight reduction approx. 60%
- Lower weight – Lower peripheral speed
- Corrosion-resistant
- Hygienic
Die-cast
Nylatron® GSM plastic
Bearing segment in a rolling mill
Previous bronze bearing segments replaced
Nylatron inventory segments® 903 plastic.
BENEFITS:
- Weight reduction 7 times = approx. 85%
- No lubrication required
- Lower maintenance costs
- Lower total cost
Bronslager
Nylatron® 903 Plastic
Lightweight arm for CD production
Previously the pick-and-place machine was rebuilt in two stages –
from aluminium to glass-filled nylon PA6 (+25%).
BENEFITS:
- Weight reduction 70%
- Cycle time from 3 to 2 seconds
- Productivity increase of approx. 50%
Die-cast
Original version
Plastic
Step 1
Plastic
Step 2
