Smart Molding International 2-2022

26 machinery smart_molding international 2/2022 "W e are focusing on the global expansion of the IntElect platform, which will open up additional fields of application," explained Dr Thümen. For example, a "multi" version for the efficient production of multi-compo- nents, as well as a high performance IntElect S. Both new additions will cover the medium clamp force range. Additionally, standardised process en- gineering equipment packages for LSR and physical foaming (MuCell) will be available. Keeping PAC-E with packaging trends Indicative of the importance of the packaging market at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Dr Thümen announced a cor- responding expansion in this area. Based upon the El-Exis SP platform, this includes future delivery of a “servo” variant equipped with servo pumps in the medium and high clamp- ing force range to further enhance energy-efficiency, as well as additional supplementation of process engineer- ing equipment packages. The most exciting development for the packaging market will be the glob- al unveiling of a new high speed ma- chine series at K 2022. Named PAC-E and initially targeted at packaging ap- plications requiring a medium clamp force, Dr Thümen briefly described PAC-E as a fusion of features from the El-Exis platform and IntElect series. Yet with a brand new injection unit specifically developed for high speed packaging applications. Accelerating automation plans Simultaneously, the company contin- ues to drive forward its in-house de- velopment of automation solutions. The SAM (Sumitomo (SHI) Demag. Au- tomation. Machine.) robotics concept first unveiled last year comprised the SAM-C. A linear 4-axis robot with car- tesian kinematics for standard applica- tions to complement the longstanding cooperation with Sepro and its linear 4-axis SDR. A new addition is an innovative vari- ant of the SAMrobot. Designed formore complex requirements, it combines the linear axis system with other technolo- gies. “The SAM models are our propri- etary automation products. The design, software and servo motor technology comes fromour company," emphasised the Senior Director Technology. Overall, the company’s automation strategy comprises three pillars: ‘Easy Automation’ is the standardised pro- duction solution, encompassing an injection moulding machine and ro- bot. Designed for handle&place and handle&box applications, it offers us- ers a compact production unit foot- print, extensive handling functions, with fully integrated robot control. Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH, Schwaig: At the introductory press conference for K 2022, Dr Thorsten Thümen, Senior Director Technology, outlined the company’s evolving strategic focus. He also gave guests a clear indication of the upcoming product innovations that will feature as exhibits at the world’s leading trade fair, drawing upon the successes of the company’s all-electric injection moulding machine portfolio. Continuing the all-electric injection moulding machinery success story All pictures: Sumitomo (SHI) Demag