Thermoplastics
Selecting the right material is crucial for the performance and durability of every injection-moulded part. As an experienced partner in plastics technology, we provide you with comprehensive advice on which thermoplastic is the optimal solution for your specific application — from the initial idea to series production.
Our area of expertise: Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
Our particular expertise lies in the processing of thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU). This high-performance technical material is characterized by its exceptional combination of elasticity, mechanical strength and chemical resistance. Especially in the injection moulding process, TPU offers ideal conditions for the economical production of complex and highly functional components that must withstand the highest loads over the long term.
Wide range of materials and targeted modifications
We process all common thermoplastics and tailor them exactly to your requirements. Our range includes materials such as PE (polyethylene), PA (polyamide), PP (polypropylene), POM, ASA and TPE. By specifically modifying the raw material, we optimize the material properties for your application:
Reinforcement with fillers
Use of glass fiber, mineral or carbon to increase strength and stiffness.
Targeted additivation
Adjustment of UV stabilization, coloring, antistatic properties or flame retardancy.
Optimized surface properties
Adjustment of abrasion behavior, sliding and adhesive properties.
Specific approvals
Ensuring food compliance according to FDA or FC standards
Thermoplastics in detail: A selection of our materials
Thermoplastic elastomers are flexible plastics that are elastic and moldable at the same time. TPU is one of these materials and offers, among other things, high cut, tensile and tear resistance as well as good abrasion values.
ABS is characterized in particular by its good weather and UV resistance as well as its low water absorption. If plastic components are to be painted, it is recommended to use ABS.
ASA is characterized by its excellent weather and UV resistance as well as low water absorption. It is therefore primarily used for outdoor housings and cladding.
PA offers excellent strength properties combined with high toughness and stiffness. It has excellent impact resistance as well as good abrasion and wear resistance and is particularly dimensionally stable, which enables low-distortion component production.
PC is characterized by good toughness and stiffness. The material offers high dimensional accuracy and dimensional stability and is the ideal choice for transparent components.
PE offers high stretchability and good chemical resistance. It is temperature-resistant, has high toughness and elongation at break and has good electrical insulation properties.
POM combines good sliding and abrasion properties with good strengths and strong resilience. It is very flexible at low temperatures, resistant to chemicals and hydrolysis and absorbs hardly any water.
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PP is characterized by its high stretchability, chemical resistance and very low density. It is ideal for lightweight applications that focus on reducing weight.
Sustainability in practice: Our recycling concept for TPU
Together with our parent company GRIMME, we have developed a concept for recycling screening and sorting stars made of TPU. After being used in potato harvesters, the components are returned, processed into high-quality granulate and reused in our production for new components. In this way, we close the material cycle and save valuable resources.
Injection moulding applications
Here you can discover selected references from our injection moulding production and see for yourself the variety and quality of our completed projects.
Dosing element
The use of abrasion-resistant plastic instead of steel results in a weight reduction and an extended life of the dosing shaft, which improves performance.
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Baugruppen
Packer wheel
Wheel for strengthening the soil: Over 40% weight reduction compared to the previous steel component. As a result, lower axle load and improved performance in the field.
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Sorting star/ sieve star
Sieve stars are characterized by their high flexibility and wear resistance, particularly in extreme situations in the field on rocky soils.
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The correct procedures for your idea
We choose the manufacturing process that perfectly meets your component, quantity and budget requirements. In this way, we ensure that the outstanding properties of the TPU are fully exploited.
Casting
Prototypes, pre-series & small series of up to 1,000 pieces
This process enables complex components to be manufactured quickly and cost-effectively, even without high initial tool costs.
Injection Moulding
Series production starting at 1,000 pieces
The solution for maximum precision in series production. We produce large quantities of consistently high quality.
Our services
for your project
A perfect component is the result of a perfect process. With us, all disciplines work seamlessly together to implement the optimal solution for you — from initial material consultation to quality-assured series production.
Consulting
We listen carefully and think along with you to find the best solution for your project. This ensures that your product meets all requirements.
Research and Development
We are constantly researching new materials and processes. This enables the development of innovative products.
Design and Toolmaking
Our experts design components suitable for production and create the appropriate shapes in our own tool shop.
Quality Management
Our consistent quality management ensures every step in the process. This gives you absolute reliability and security.