A demonstrator by Kurz to show off their wood-effect polyester foil hot stamped onto acrylic sheet, which is backlit with integrated tough sensor. A black mask is printed on the reverse side of the semi-transparent foil, which helps control the lighting effect. This kind of technology is used in appliances as well as automotive applications. In car interior applications, where head impact is a risk, polycarbonate (PC) is preferred over acrylic (PMMA).
The front grille for the BMW iX is produced in a cleanroom environment, since any dust would be visible through the high-gloss polyurethane (PUR) finish. Produced in an integrated process, the component consists of a functional film that is back-injection moulded with polycarbonate (PC) and then flood-coated with 2-3 mm PUR. Engel developed the production cell.
Karcher pressure washer with injection moulded polypropylene copolymer (PPC) housing. This material is chosen for its very high impact properties, low density and low cost.
Injection moulded polypropylene (PP) with 30% lignin additive. The lignin is a by-product of paper making and forestry, and can be mixed directly with the to produce a bio-based composite.
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