Review Fakuma 2011

Think Polyamide – Think Value – Think Masterbatch Accumulated plastics expertise within a strong corporate group was the heading under which AKRO-PLASTIC GmbH, a specialist in innovative and application-oriented plastic compounds took part in the 21st Fakuma trade fair in Friedrichshafen, Germany, together with its subsidiary AF-COLOR and K.D. Feddersen GmbH & Co. KG, a distributor of engineering plastics. Think – was written in bold letters on the exhibition booth. With this slogan the companies of the Feddersen Group invited the visitors for common reflection. And there is always something to think about, as extensive know-how is provided „under one roof” and in this way a comprehensive service is ... more

French fittings manufacture opts for maintenance-free shutter mechanism

Located in Perrignier/Haute-Savoie, in the Rhône-Alpes region of France, Brasier Industrie has been producing high-grade-steel accessories for shutters and louvres since 1965. The company recently conducted an internal study with a view to developing a maintenance-free shutter line made of composite materials specifically suited for use in harsh environments, such as coastal regions and mountainous areas. The initial trials were performed with a 50% glass fibre reinforced polyarylamide (PARA) at one processor’s facility, however, the components unfortunately failed to deliver the necessary required results. Brasier therefore decided to change both materials and suppliers. Hamburg based plastics distributor K.D. ... more

Effective tailoring of raw materials yields optimum strength

Over its lifetime, a retractable cooker control knob gets pushed in and pulled out thousands of times. This puts enormous stress on the mechanism responsible for this movement. In addition to the excellent slip properties needed for easy operation, these knobs must exhibit high mechanical strength and high torsional strength – the basic prerequisites for a long service life. Hurst + Schröder GmbH are one of the world's leading manufacturers of illuminated and non-illuminated control knobs for cookers and ovens, washers and dryers, commercial cooking appliances, heating units, switch units and small appliances. Scores of renowned manufacturers of household appliances, including such names as BSH Bosch and Siemens Home Appliances, ... more