Automation and Control, Robotics

Moisture Meter Manager, thanks to the sophisticated Box, Crown and Control devices, can detect in-line the intrinsic moisture in the polymer with an extraordinary level of precision: from 3,000 up to a minimum of 15 parts per million (ppm), with a degree of precision of ±3 ppm and a temperature range from 20 to180°C. Moisture Meter Manager is a real “intelligent” device, it automatically directs the drying system to adjust its drying parameters to match the drying requirements, assuring that material is perfectly dried using the minimum amount of energy. With Moisture Meter Manager we talk about “drying on demand” by targeting the actual moisture levels of the resin and not simply providing the same drying heat and airflow for all conditions. At Fakuma great attention is also dedicated to the dosing phase, with the presentation of DPK, the new compact loss-in-weight dosing unit, suitable for intermittent or continuous dosing of small quantities of color or additives into a flow base material, that solves the problem of overdosing with an extremely precise control. Thanks to the exclusive vibration immunity system, the machine control algorithm and the hopper removeable from the dosing unit, DPK achieves a dosing accuracy up to ±0,03%, allowing processors to avoid unnecessary wastes of expensive additives. Among Moretto’s innovations presented at Fakuma 2018, there are certainly three new types of maintenance hoppers, valid solutions for the containment of plastic granules on the processing machines. The TM hoppers made of stainless steel and with a characteristic cone shape, guarantee an optimal flow of any material, and are suitable to accept single-phase, three-phase and receivers for centralized conveying systems. The TMC hoppers are used for the treatment of dried hot materials. Realized in stainless steel, they feature the double-wall insulation with removable cone that avoids heat loss by creating a process constancy. Krystal maintenance hoppers (TMK) are made of transparent shockproof acrylic material, they ensure an effective containment of plastic granules and offer a great visibility allowing the operator to immediately verify the level of material. The Dolphin distribution manifolds, the Kruise Kontrol speed control and the suction units with cyclone filter are all machines controlled by the One Wire 6 software, the “intelligent conveying system” developed by Moretto. “Intelligent” because it is able to automatically handle the demands of the individual receivers, to adapt to the changes and manage the entire process with maximum efficiency, without resorting to manual settings. The large amount of energy required for the cooling process in the transformation of plastic material, requires very effective and extremely flexible systems, such as the new RC Mini chillers, which inherit the characteristics and performance of the superior series of modular air coolers RCV X COOLER. The chillers of the RC Mini series, characterized by cooling capacities from 6.8 to 26.2 kW, are made of stainless steel, and are compact and practical machines easy to install in the department. RCV X COOLER is the new modular cooler that inherits the X MAX spirit of EUREKA as it develops into a concept of great efficiency (cooling power up to 900 Kw), modularity and easy expansion over time (up to 6 units). X COOLER is equipped with: screw compressors with variable flow, high efficiency evaporators, centrifugal fans and electronic expansion valves that, even in this case, guarantee high level of C.O.P. They are characterized by being suitable even for the most demanding applications, they are ideal allies to optimize productivity, minimize energy consumption, increase the profitability of the entire process, guaranteeing high quality production. Towards increasingly "sustainable and 4.0" refrigeration! Moretto chillers use low GWP refrigerating gases (Global Warming Protection and ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential), as established by the EU517 / 2017 regulation for the reduction of the greenhouse effect. Te-Ko temperature controllers (water, oil or pressurized) complete the displayed range of products, they ensure absolute efficiency and precision in the automatic temperature control both in the moulds of the injection moulding machines and in the cylinders and rollers of the extruders. # Moretto’s projects for the future: continuous innovation, energy saving and sustainability Moretto looks to the future by investing in innovation, energy saving and sustainable projects. The intent is to sublimate the plastic such as "raw material" which is essential and irreplaceable in the lives of each of us and to focus on eco-sustainable activities and new materials such as bioplastics. The green project “BE TOMORROW” born from the company's need to spread awareness, information and responsibility towards the environment. A long-term project oriented to safeguard the world of tomorrow, that of our children.