KraussMaffei presents the new HPS-Physical Foaming screw, offering a 30% increase in plasticizing performance for MuCell applications.
The innovative screw enables efficient physical foaming of thermoplastics, saving costs and resources while opening new perspectives in lightweight construction with a reduced CO2 footprint.
KraussMaffei's New Universal HPS-Physical Foaming Screw Enables Cost-Efficient Physical Foaming of Thermoplastics.
The innovative HPS-Physical Foaming screw by KraussMaffei offers versatile applications for MuCell technology with a 30% improved plasticizing performance; Image: KraussMaffei
KraussMaffei introduces a groundbreaking development: The new Universal HPS-Physical Foaming screw enables a 30% increase in plasticizing performance for MuCell applications. The technology of physical foaming (MuCell) saves costs, energy, and resources, opening up new possibilities in lightweight construction with a reduced CO2 footprint.
MuCell, a resource-efficient technology, is gaining increasing usage and is a strong growth market. The addition of a physical blowing agent (usually nitrogen) to thermoplastics allows for significant weight savings compared to compact components. Additionally, foaming thin-walled parts enables longer flow paths and results in components with low warpage.
The KraussMaffei HPS-Physical Foaming screw is versatile and offers a 30% higher plasticizing performance. Thanks to a modular concept, the individual screw elements can be combined, providing flexibility in adapting to different materials.
