New Blown-ion™ 500 Plasma Surface Treating Technology Enables Rockwell Automation’s Switch from Print-and-Apply Labels to In-Line Digital Printing
When Rockwell Automation moved its contactor and relay production back to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it had to develop an entirely new process for the changing volumes and available space. The new highly automated assembly line would also be a showcase of Rockwell’s automation capabilities, featuring Rockwell drives, motors, Independent Cart Technology (ICT), PLC’s, HMI’s, sensors, and…
Read MoreMyths and Mysteries of Measuring Dynes, Surface Free Energy & Contact Angle
Since plasma and flame surface treatment create no visible changes to a surface, methodologies have been developed to measure the changes to a surface after treatment. These diagnostics are quite valuable, but they are often conducted with flawed testing practices and the results are frequently misunderstood. In this new webinar, experts from Enercon & KRÜSS…
Read MoreHow Plasma Treating is Your Best Adhesion Insurance Against Disruptive Supply Chains
When supply chain issues force you to use alternate suppliers and/or replacement materials, you may end up opening a Pandora’s Box of hydrophobic production issues. Water-based and UV inks and adhesives need hydrophilic surfaces for successful bonding. Subtle changes in surfaces and chemistries can quickly disrupt assembly and decorating operations. In this new webinar, learn…
Read MoreTroubleshooting Adhesive Bonding Failures
When it comes to your health, where you go for help can determine the remedy. A surgeon might lean toward surgery, a pharmacist might suggest a new prescription, and a life coach might recommend lifestyle changes. Likewise, when you have an adhesive bonding failure getting insights from an adhesive supplier, a surface characterization solutions provider and…
Read MoreHow Plasma and Flame Surface Treating Improve Adhesive Bonding
It’s well-known that surface preparation can improve and enable adhesive success. Abrasion, chemical, degreasing and physical surface preparation methods are often used to support better bonding. In-line plasma and flame surface treating are gaining in popularity for their ability to clean, etch and functionalize surfaces. Their capacity to provide consistent and repeatable performance as part…
Read MoreDyne Level Does Not Guarantee Surface Adhesion
Dyne levels are a great indicator of your chance for adhesion success. But dyne level does not guarantee adhesion. Let’s look at a few factors that affect adhesion results. These include coating and material compatibility, surface energy, process variables, material variables and ultimately bonding requirements such as entanglement. Coating (ink, adhesive, paint, etc…) and material…
Read MoreHow Plasma & Flame Surface Treating Works – Explainer Video
Sam is a Quality Engineer at Stick-It Inc. and he is having trouble with the adhesive bonding and printing of his manufactured parts. The adhesives won’t stick and the ink rubs off! He needs to find a solution quick and decides to call Enercon for help. Follow Sam through his journey of discovering how plasma…
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