Topics surface technology

In view of rising electricity, oil and gas prices, energy efficiency is also becoming increasingly relevant for component cleaning. Measures to reduce energy consumption can be implemented in existing and new cleaning systems.

Components that are coated or measured after machining require very clean surfaces. CO2 snow blasting can ensure these requirements as an integrated process even for very small workpieces such as valve components or indexable inserts.

Energy efficiency and sustainability are not only an issue of operating costs and productivity, but have long been a customer requirement. That is why an international manufacturer of gas engines and plant technology for gas processing and transport invested in a new start for its own surface technology.

In the wake of rising electricity, oil and gas prices, energy efficiency in component cleaning has gained in importance. Possibilities to reduce energy consumption can be implemented in existing cleaning systems as well as in new ones to be procured.

The energy density in the batteries of modern electric vehicles is continuously increasing, and fire protection is becoming more and more important accordingly. A new intumescent layer system specially developed for e-mobility already meets the legal requirements expected in Europe in this regard in the future.

The Laura robotic sword brush cleans car body surfaces at renowned car manufacturers worldwide before painting using air and brush technology. The gel dryer can be dispensed with thanks to the non-contact cleaning of the weld seams, thus saving a considerable amount of energy.

A newly developed PVC applicator offers the potential to automate PVC application even in difficult areas and to significantly reduce manual activities and rework during seam sealing by means of individual, timed jets.

Tests have shown that improved corrosion protection with zinc flakes makes it possible to reduce the material thicknesses of chassis parts without compromising safety.

The new powder coating plant was supplemented with a vacuum cleaner adapted to the specific application. The powerful vacuum cleaner, which is based on a standard model, is just as suitable for cleaning the floor as it is for extracting the filters. Big bags ensure a high volume.

Fraunhofer IPA introduces stratifying effect pigments into the clear coat layer rather than the base coat layer. This allows new stylings to be created and the surface effect to be significantly increased.