Engel opens new Packaging Centre

Energy efficiency, the circular economy and digitalisation are the central themes addressed by the new Packaging Center. The injection moulding machines are all equipped with intelligent assistance systems from Engel's inject 4.0 programme. For example, with iQ weight control, which recognises fluctuations in shot volume and material viscosity and automatically compensates for them in the same cycle.

Recent test series have shown that the software achieves significant quality improvements in high-performance applications with very short cycle times. Another example is iQ flow control, which regulates temperature differences in the individual cooling circuits to a set value. This assistance system thus ensures constant temperature control conditions and at the same time significantly reduces the energy required for temperature control.

„The key to high energy efficiency lies in the optimum interaction of the individual system components. We adapt the overall system individually to the requirements of the product to be produced“, says Lhota. With a wide range of packaging injection moulding machines Angels offers the optimum drive technology for every application. From fully electric to hybrid and servo-hydraulic.

For a practical performance test that includes analyses of cycle time and energy efficiency, customers can bring their own tools and materials to the new Packaging Centre. Engel will also be providing many moulds from a wide range of product groups on site. There will also be a wide range of peripheral systems from various partner companies as well as automation solutions both from our own company and from partners such as Campetella and Beck Automation.