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FAP , Anticipating Future Trends in Foam Industry
Italian company FAP is at the forefront of manufacturing extruders and converting machinery for polyethylene and polypropylene foam , from conception to creation . Redefining the future of the foam industry , FAP demonstrates that it ’ s possible to combine high quality with environmental responsibility , taking pride in contributing to a greener world where sustainability is not just a demand but a reality . Stability of the production process at the most optimal production cost can be achieved only if the most important technological processes of polymer extrusion , such as : uniform melt homogenization and gas dispersion into the melt ; qualitative mixing ; formation
Granulators Line for Medical Applications of homogeneous gas structural elements ; control of polymer expansion , ecc . Thanks to FAP ’ s vast knowledge and engineering expertise the counterrotating twin-screw extrusion technology with developed foam extrusion dies has enabled its customers worldwide to produce materials with high physicalmechanical properties , even at ultra-low densities . Low processing costs and the use of up to 100 % recycled materials in the production are among the most important factors in the use of noncrosslinked physically foam in production of : noise insulation of interfloor ceilings , thermal insulation in high ambient temperatures and for aluminium window
CMG launches a new series of small size granulators with very unique connotates , for application in the medical industry . The very innovative and unique attributes of the new G17-MED series are several and all contribute to obtaining the highest degree of precision and cleanliness , regrind quality ( homogeneous particle dimensions and absence of dust ), efficiency of operation . The new G17-MED granulators are applicable to processes of injection moulding and of blow moulding . In the ET1 or ET2 configuration , they are suitable for extrusion applications . The new G17-MED granulators series is designed to obtain the most homogeneous regrind shape and dimensions , along with little to no presence of dust . One additional very unique benefit of this new line is the ability to produce regrind with very small dimensions . Dimensionally small regrind is of no adverse impact to the quality of the finished medical product . Small capacity systems , injection moulding machines or extruders , are equipped with small diameter plastification screws , unable to process granules with dimensions exceeding those of the virgin granule . The G17-MED granulators produce regrind which is dimensionally comparable to the virgin pellet . An additional very unique and outstanding feature of the G17-MED is represented by the high quality of stainless steel grades , high-alloy and anti-corrosion treatments utilized for the fabrication of all parts in contact with the polymers . The entire G17-MED unit can be accessed , cleaned and put back into operation in a matter of minutes . All parts are accessible with no need for tools and can be cleaned by vacuum . The new very specific sound insulation shell of the G17-MED series is designed to convey the sound waves towards the absorption panels to obtain noise levels well below those industrially acceptable ( EN12012-1 ). The G17- MED models are all equipped with IP55 certified control panels . Also , all CMG grinding systems are certified for compliancy to Industry 4.0 .
Fap extrusion line
profiles , single-use food containers , heat and sound insulation for automotive and aviation industries . Italian Foam Centre , together with a partner , carried out a series of tests to obtain a new product : partially cross-linked physically PE foam using CO2 as a blowing agent . This foam , using a special grafted LDPE with a cross-linked catalyst , allows using it at temperatures up to 95-100 C0 could partially replace chemical PE foam , opening up completely new markets , and making a contribution to “ closed loop ” economy . FAP develops by actively analysing and adapting to changes and developments in the foam markets , supporting the successful diversification of its customers , discovering new perspectives and production opportunities in alternative niches .
The G17-MED granulator
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