EoW September 2008

cables, compounds & extruding

Leibinger JET3 – next generation inkjet Leibinger’s latest inkjet printer - the Leibinger JET3 – uses continuous inkjet technology for fast, non-contact marking, operating with Windows CE ® technology on a 10.4" colour TFT touch display. The operation menu is designed for clarity and simplicity and illustrates the basic functions for production and printing processes. Sub-menus give the option of selective adjustments for the different applications.

JET3 has a font and graphics editor that allows the operator to establish special characters, complete fonts or establish and modify complex logos, patterns or scripts. Instant availability is guaranteed by the automatic Leibinger nozzle seal, which closes the nozzle and return-line airtight after shutdown. No drying or clogging can occur due to the closed ink circuit, even after long-term shutdowns. State-of-the-art technology in hydraulics, electronics and print head design guarantee minimum use of ink, solvent and energy as well as minimum maintenance requirements. For the use of pigmented inks the ink tanks of the Leibinger JET3 were redesigned in a new shape allowing for a better efficiency of the stirring device. The JET3 can be integrated into existing machines and the round and sturdy print head can be installed in either direction. Due to the print height given by the 32 drops, graphics and barcodes can be printed in high resolution and fonts in up to 5 lines. Several interfaces are available for optimal connection in each production environment. The stainless steel cabinet offers IP 54 protection for rough environments, while JET3pro offers protection class IP 65. Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co KG – Germany Fax : +49 7461 928 6199 Email : info@leibinger-group.com

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Website : www.leibinger-numbering.com

Flame retardant, low-smoke compounds Italian manufacturer, B&B Compounds has produced wire and cables compounds since 1972. Dedicated to the wire and cables industry, B&B has recently developed a new range of high-flame retardant, low smoke eco-compounds (FREC) that comply with IEC 332.3 category a, b and c, using the most compatible polymers and additives listed in the REACH (Registration Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals) directive. These PVC compounds are not only lead-free and heavy metal-free, but also antimonium-free to meet the stringent smoke density ASTM E622 requirements for very low halogen content (< 12%). The wide range of these compounds, completely interchangeable in terms of process ability with traditional lead compounds, includes UL/CSA/VDE and CEI grades. Today’s market is appreciating these compounds for low voltage cables, data transmission and bus cables, robotics, patch cords and welding cables, especially as they combine oil and gasoline resistance with flame retardance. This result is achieved by using the new research and development resources available at ICTP (Istituto Chimica e Tecnologia dei Polimeri of Naples). This helps to meet single customer’s specification within a short time, even for innovative formulations. Today’s latest developments are a wide range of thermoplastic elastomers PVC + TPU; (VIPUR) and PVC + NBR (VIGUM); and 100% Polyurethane Polyether compounds (AITANE) together with co-polyester elastomers BILL TREL. B&B Compounds has recently confirmed an agreement with AlphaGary for the exclusive distribution in Italy of Megolon halogen-free, flame retardant compounds, and with Esseti Plast for tailor-made masterbatches for the wire and cable industry. B & B Compounds – Italy Fax : +39 0823 584971 Email : info@bebcompounds.com Website : www.bebcompounds.com

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EuroWire – September 2008