Plastics Industry Achievement Awards 2013

September 25, 2013

PlastixANZ Plastics Industry Achievement of Excellence Award 2013

Peter King receives award from Tim Piper

Peter King

Image source: Daniel Fisher Applied machinery

Extreme Redesign 2014Stratasys announced the opening of its 2014 Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge. Now in its tenth year, the contest invites students worldwide to submit inventive new product designs, redesigns of existing products, or original or redesigned works of art or architecture. Designs are created on 3D CAD software. Students at the middle school, high school and college level are eligible to participate in the design challenge, and the winning submissions are awarded with scholarship money.

“The Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge not only offers students a chance to win scholarship money by putting their creativity and critical thinking skills to the test,” says Stratasys Executive Vice President of Marketing Jon Cobb, “but it gives the rest of us a glimpse of the exciting possibilities coming from this future generation of inventors, designers and entrepreneurs.”

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Marketing & Distribution Award

David MacDonald, Applied Machinery,

congratulates James Renwick , Replas

Image source: Daniel Fisher Applied machinery

Two new lines of multi-axis robots – the 5X and 6X Visual – specifically designed for injection molding applicationsDeveloped by Sepro Robotique in partnership Stäubli Robotics, these robots give injection molders new

choices for performing complex part manipulation inside and outside of the mold space. See them at Sepro at K2013 in Hall 12, Stand 12A49

“For years, injection molders with complex automation

requirements have had to make a difficult choice,”

explains Jean-Michel Renaudeau, Managing Director, Sepro Robotique, La Roche sur Yon, France.

“They could choose Cartesian beam robots that were designed for their applications but usually

limited to 3 primary CNC axes of motion, or they could select a 6-axis polyarticulated robot designed for general

industrial applications. 6X Visual lines deliver new 6-axis solutions created with the needs of injection molders in mind.”

Sepro and Stäubli have been cooperating successfully since 2006, with Sepro integrating the Stäubli multi-axis robots when those capabilities were required. Now they have taken that relationship a step further.

THE 6X VISUAL LINEThe 6X Visual line of robots combines a Stäubli 6-axis articulated-arm robot with the Sepro Visual 3 control to deliver a general-purpose automation solution in five models to serve injection molding machines from 20 to 4000 tons.

The 6X Visual range is capable of performing almost any task from simple pick-and-place or complex path tracking applications thanks to the powerful and user-friendly Visual 3 control system. With Visual 3, Sepro’s proprietary and very adaptable control, it is very simple to program a multi-axis robot on an injection-molding machine. Many 6 axis robots require outside programmers, Sepro Visual allow that to be done in house at reduced cost

Visual controls make it simple and intuitive to create almost any program, even complex cycles requiring path tracking,

flaming, part outlining, and so on. Processors who are already familiar with the Visual control platform will find that very little additional training is required to become proficient at programming multi-axis robots for injection molding.

Small and medium-sized robots (6X-60 to 6X-200) have a fully enclosed and naturally clean structure that meets ISO 5 and IP 65 standards for clean room applications in the medical and electronic industries. The largest unit, the

6X-340, is specially adapted to service a large work envelope for molding machines up to 3500 tons. The arms can be mounted on the machine platen to minimize floor space requirements or next to the machine to work with peripheral

equipment. Most of the models (6X-60 to 6X-200) can be suspended from the ceiling and the 6X-60 and 6X-90 can be wall mounted.

New 6-Axis Robots from Sepro

Developed in Partnership with Stäubli

Thank you 3D Systems for providing this fantastic door prize for the night

Shyam Dayanand

Denso Automotive

Wins 3D Systems 3D Printer

Shyam Dayanand accepting 3D Systems printer

• The 6X-60 is intended for use with molding machines from 20 to 100 tons. Maximum reach for the standard and extended-arm versions are 670 to 920 mm (26 to 36 in.) and maximum payloads are 9 and 5 kg (20 and 11 lb) respectively.

• The 6X-90 serves molding machines from 80 to 200 tons. Maximum reach for the standard and extended-arm • versions are 1200 to 1450 mm (47 to 57 in.) and maximum payloads are 15 and 12 kg (33 and 26 lb) respectively.• The 6X-160 suits machines from 150 to 500 tons. Maximum reach for the standard and extended-arm versions are 1710 to

2010 mm (67 to 99 in.) and maximum payloads are 34 and 28 kg (75 and 62 lb) respectively.• The 6X-200 is sized for molding machines from 500 to 1300 tons and is available only in the extended-arm design • with maximum reach of 2594 mm (102 in) and maximum payload of 80 kg (176 lb).• The 6X-340 is designed for molding machines up to 3500 tons and has a maximum reach of 3450 mm (139 inch) and a

maximum payload load of 165 kg (364 lb). • Under the partnership agreement, Sepro will provide installation, start-up and repair and maintenance assistance through its

global service structure.• Stäubli Robotics is part of a Swiss group that also supplies industrial solutions to the textile and electrical-connector markets.

With 4000 employees, Stäubli is present in 25 countries For the past 30 years, the main Group site and head office of Stäubli

Robotics has been located in Faverges, France. Stäubli robots are designed and manufactured in • France and used in many different industrial sectors and applications including plastics, automotive, machine tools, medical

and food industries.

ABOUT SEPRO• Founded in 1973 and now headquartered in La Roche-sur-Yon (France), Today, Sepro is one of the largest independent

sellers of Cartesian robots and service hubs that extend Sepro’s global network to over 40 other countries, The company’s global turnover is approximately €55 million, with 90% of robots exported from France and 40% sold outside of Europe. Sepro

is the largest robot supplier to the automotive industry in Europe and North America, and has equipped more than 25,000 injection-molding machines worldwide.

Sepro is represented in Australia and New Zealand Mitchell Industries

Mitchell Industries is not just a sales office it’s also an engineering company too.. Its Profile Solutions division makes

world leading plastic container leak testers which have been exported to 34 countries. With this capability we can also provide conveyors, comprehensive guarding and other automation to go with the Sepro

Robots.

For more information contact:Thomas MitchellMitchell Industries

Ph: (61) 1300 5545 99Fax : ( 61) 1300 5545 588

Leak@profauto.com or mitchind@gmail.comOur Website – is being updated, so please see

www.sepro-robotique.com and www.seproamerica.com

Environment Award

Image source: Daniel Fisher Applied Machinery

Steinert with Environement award winners -- Replas

David Armstrong announces environment award winnner

Mark Yeates - Replasaccepts trophy

TSM Controls - GRAVIMETRIC WEIGH SCALE BLENDERS

Boasting over 10,000 installations in 60 countries worldwide, TSM is a company focused on engineering excellence and a commitment to quality.

TSM OPTI-MIX SERIES

TSM Control Systems has been manufacturing gravimetric batch weighing systems for 25 years. The OPTI-MIX™ series are the latest series of gravimetric batch blenders designed to our customers consistent high quality performance to optimize their production.

Each OPTI-MIX™ has been designed and tested to ensure accurate blend ratios and consistent batch homogeneity superior to competitor blenders. We employ the TSM patented mixing technology in each OPTI-MIX™ series to give our customers a unique competitive advantage in each of their production processes.

The patented, positive-displacement, reverse mixing auger provides improved uniformity of the blend, with no material separation guaranteed. Due to the nature of the mixing auger it is ideal for mixing low bulk density materials and with the combination of a cramming action, regrinds or virgins are forced down into the processing machine. The auger is easily removable, without tools, for cleaning and maintenance.

Links to Opti-Mix Mixing videos; http://www.tsm-controls.com/index.php/en/mixingvideos

Genox Vision series single shaft shredders are the latest series of premium shredders on the market.

Genox machines are well known across Australia for their quality, reliability and price competitiveness. They are well and truly Australia’s most preferred brand for most materials and waste reduction applications.

Read below for a brief overview on the Genox Vision series single shaft shredders, or contact us for further information and to arrange a demonstration at your convenience.

These shredders are small to medium foot print machines and suitable for processing a wide range of materials to a uniform particle size. Throughputs are typically in the range of 300kg/h to 5,000kg/h depending on the model, material type and application.

Typical applications include:

• Plastics/Mouldings – purgings, lumps, profiles, films, etc

• Timber/Wood – pallets, joiners waste, green waste, etc

• Paper/Cardboard – confidential documents, production waste, packaging materials, etc

• Copper Cable – household, telecoms and industrial cables including S.W.A.

• Aluminium – used beverage cans, swarf, cables, etc.

• Textiles – carpet (rolls & tiles), garments and similar• Security Destruction – counterfiet items, faulty goods, out of date stock• Foam – production waste, etc.

Call David Macdonald, or Paul Rees on 03 9706 8066 or email sales@appliedmachinery.com.au

Design & Innovation Award

Alex Hofmann announces award winner

Paul Charlwood accepts trophy

Professional 3D Printing System Vs Hobby 3D Printing System: Download the FREE specifications list

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Manufacturing & Best practice

AwardPeter Flinn

Australian Vinyls

Elcio Lizak - Food Plastics

James Magee - Operations Feedback Systems

Ausplas, Australia’s national trade exhibition for the plastics industry and the longest-running plastics industry event in the southern hemisphere, will enter a new era in 2014 with its incorporation into Reed Exhibitions Australia’s National Manufacturing Week (NMW).

Made in New Zealand

Award

John Holmes A-Ward receives award from Michael Parrington

Comtec IPE

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Made in Australia Award

Tom Mitchell accepts trophy

Nordson/EDI extrusion dies: maximize your investment through aftermarket services

Rework services:

Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries' dedicated remanufacturing services range from clean-up and inspection, to repairs and refinishing, to redesign of flow channels, to retrofits that dramatically expand processing capabilities. Dies, including those from other manufacturers, can be re-engineered to meet your strategic goals of improving quality, increasing productivity, incorporating advanced technology, or adding new capabilities.

Spare parts and maintenance supplies:

Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries has an extensive inventory of spare parts for all of your extrusion, coextrusion, and converting needs. With spare part inventories located in the USA, China, Europe, and Japan, most standard spares, including those needed for non-Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries dies, can ship within a day.

Technical support services:

Experienced Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries technicians, with skills ranging from machining, polishing, and quality assurance, are available to assist with the start-up and commissioning of a new flat die system, train your operators on a variety of product features, or trouble-shoot electrical and mechanical concerns.

Nordson/EDI extrusion dies has plenty of references spread all over Australia

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ALPS (Air Logic Power Systems), of Wisconsin USA, a global leader of in-line container leak inspection equipment, have released a new low cost SC Linear Single Head Leak Tester Machine.

The new machine incorporates a range of updates from the SS Linear range that provides customers with a saving of up to 20% compared to previous models. The machine includes the following improvements:-

• Separate HMI enclosure with swing arm - Allowing ease of mounting in different positions on the frame, along with ergonomic operation for different operator and conveyor heights

• New main enclosure including optional Ethernet - to gain access to valuable test and performance data

• Standardisation on 114mm width conveyor chain• One common frame to handle the full range of conveyor heights

from 710mm to 1525mm• New simplied fallen bottle ejector integrated within the control

systemThe SC Linear machine also incorporates ALP's market leading full colour touch screen which includes a fully guided setup that covers all mechanical and leak test settings which allows for a quick setup / changeover.

ALPS (Air Power Logic Systems) are represented in Oceania by HBM Plastics & Packaging Technologies.

HBM Plastics Technologies

ALPS introduces New Low Cost container Leak Tester

Encouragement Award

Tim Cremean

Matt Thorneycroft

Kangan group Table

3D mapping is a `Pisa` cake for Aussie scientistsAustralian researchers have created the first ever interior 3D map of Italy’s iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa by using a breakthrough mobile laser mapping system.

Developed by the CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, the Zebedee technology is a handheld 3D

mapping system incorporating a laser scanner that sways on a spring to capture millions of detailed

measurements of a site as fast as an operator can walk through it.

Specialised software then converts the system's laser data into a

detailed 3D map.

While the tower's cramped stairs and complex architecture have

prevented previous mapping technologies from capturing its interior,

Zebedee has enabled the researchers to finally create the first

comprehensive 3D map of the entire building.

"This technology is ideal for cultural heritage mapping, which is usually

very time consuming and labour intensive."

Dr Jonathan Roberts

"This technology is ideal for cultural heritage mapping, which is usually very time consuming and labour

intensive. It can often take a whole research team a number of days or weeks to map a site with the accuracy

and detail of what we can produce in a few hours," said Dr Jonathan Roberts, Research Program Leader at

CSIRO’s Computational Informatics Division.

"Within 20 minutes we were able to use Zebedee to complete an entire scan of the building’s interior. This

allowed us to create a uniquely comprehensive and accurate 3D map of the tower's structure and composition,

including small details in the stairs and stonework."

During 'Project Pisa', CSIRO also collaborated with local Italian scientists from Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna

(SSSA) who believe the research will have significant impact on preserving the cultural heritage of the site.

"Our detailed record of the Leaning Tower of Pisa may one day be critical in being able to reconstruct the site if

it was to suffer catastrophic damage due to natural disasters such as a fire or an earthquake. Having a detailed

3D model of the world’s most significant cultural heritage sites could also be used to allow people who cannot

physically visit these sites to better understand and appreciate their

history and architecture," said Franco Tecchia, Assistant Professor at the

PERCRO - Perceptual Robotics lab.

In 2012, CSIRO through its Digital Productivity and Services Flagship

worked with 3D Laser Mapping, a global developer of laser scanning

solutions to commercialise the Zebedee research into the ZEB1 product.

As well as its applications in cultural heritage, ZEB1 is also being used

to increase efficiencies and improve productivity in a number of different

industries. For example, the technology is already assisting mining

companies to better manage their operations and helping security forces

to quickly scan crime scenes.

CSIRO's Zebedee research was recently awarded a 2013 Eureka Prize, often referred to as an 'Australian Oscar

of Science', for Innovative Use of Technology. The Australian national science agency's breakthrough 3D

mapping system was also recently recognised as the winner of the Research and Development category at the

iAwards, Australia's premier ICT awards program.

Export Award

Andrew StewartDuromer

Michael Parrington & Ken Willner of Ritemp Technologies Pty Ltd

Image source: Daniel Fisher Applied machinery

Keech aims to match 3D printing with existing materials know-howLast month the Victorian government announced the Bendigo-based company – which manufactures products including ground-engaging tools for mining and agriculture, and rolling stock for rail – had been awarded a $141,700 Investing In Manufacturing Technology grant.“We have some room to make some final decisions over the next few weeks,” Keech’s CEO Herbert Hermens told Manufacturers’ Monthly, shortly after the announcement.“And we want to make sure that we choose the best technology available and as a consequence we’ll be going over to Europe to make some final decisions, to visit some factories and have a look at some different technologies.”Keech is already using additive manufacturing, though plans to invest in additional machines with greater capabilities, for prototyping, patternmaking and end use parts. It will spend around half a million dollars in addition to the grant.“Firstly it will allow us to make prototype models, full-size, quickly,” explained Hermens of the ways the investment would change the way the company innovates.“We can really create things and see them properly and understand the interaction of the various parts.“Another good part of it is it allows us to make patterns a lot more efficiently and quickly and as a result get the product to market more quickly.”In terms of materials, the company does not want to lock itself out of any options.Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is being strongly considered and has been suitable for many of the applications Keech has put it to so far. It plans to continue exploring its options with a trip to Europe to meet with additive manufacturing firms.“And right now we haven’t made final decisions because we want the most flexible possibility we can get,” said Hermens.“There are some machines out there that can print in about eight or nine materials and we’re looking at those, to ensure we get as much flexibility.”As with its main business, creating ground engaging tools for the mining industry, the company sees the materials science and ability to perform a certain job better than another solution as what’s important.“The key, the IP will sit in the materials, the final types of materials that you use and manipulate to get right... And again, we think this opportunity exists also in this printing technology, where we can bring to bear our understanding of material properties and make sure we then get a very flexible development.“Because, let’s face it, in time, whether it’s one year from now or ten years from now, the printing technology, the quality - you can buy a little 3D printer for $1,000 now, you know that - but the quality printers which cost tens and hundreds of thousands of dollars will soon come down to the market price where lots of people can afford them. So where’s the IP going to sit? The IP’s going to sit in the materials.”

I. As a 3D printing service, this will be offered through patternmaking subsidiary BPM 3D (Keech's other units include Keech Castings and Keech Mining Supplies).

II. Hermens believes that Keech’s location in central Victoria will mean its sophisticated additive manufacturing technology would be attractive to neighbouring businesses in the region, and be made available to them, though the Keech has no plans to start competing with rapid prototyping bureaus.

III. “Certainly we’ll be focussed on regional Victoria to ensure that we support the development of manufacturing and keeping manufacturing here in regional Australia,” he said.

 “It’s part of what we have committed to do as a company already in many areas of our business. And this is one of them. I

think that will give opportunities to businesses that are situated in Bendigo and Shepparton and wherever else, Mildura, and

have the possibility of working with us with this technology.”

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