Smart Molding International 1-2023

molding outlook 18 smart_molding international 1/2023 Many companies, focussing on developing and manufacturing of machines, automation, auxiliary systems and tooling for benefit of the injection molding sector, presented their state-of-the-art novelties at the latest edition of the world's leading plastics and rubber trade fair, that was held in Düsseldorf, Germany, 19 to 26 October 2022. HASCO Innovations live at K 2022 in Düsseldorf As the leading manufacturer of high-quality modular, stan- dardised components, as well as individually planned hot runner systems, HASCO offers designers, mouldmakers and injection moulders innovative and cost-efficient solutions. During K 2022, HASCO focussed on a large number of new and further developments. A comprehensive temperature control program offers a large number of constructive solutions. It has been recently extended by many new products in stainless steel, plus a new flow meter. The new US standard tem- perature control system allows a reliable link between different connections and systems, beyond national borders. In the field of demoulding, new ejector pins for ventilat- ing the cavities and ejector pins of HSS quality steel now supplement the portfolio. Over 700 further ejector sizes spread over all product variants will, in future, offer even greater flexibility. Sometimes injection moulding tools are used at different locations. The Loc Check A5900 makes it possible to easi- ly and quickly locate the position of an injection moulding tool – worldwide, wherever there is a GSM network. At the focus of the hot runner technology is the innova- tive Streamrunner®, the world's first additively manufac- tured hot runner system on the market. As a needle valve version, it offers completely new and space-saving possi- bilities. Colour changes can be carried out faster through the flow-optimised design of the polished runners with large deflection radii. New nozzles with variable gating areas and contact sur- faces enable application-specific temperature management with maximum wear resistance. With the Co-Cart, the transport trolley for hot runner con- trol units, HASCO hot runner allows perfect and safe posi- tioning of the control units directly next to the mould and thus ensures maximum ease of operation. Molding novelties at K 2022 HASCO offers designers, mouldmakers and injection moulders innovative and cost-efficient solutions (picture: HASCO) Picture: VM Verlag