When different materials are combined, such as in bonding, laminating or painting, surface tension and surface cleanliness are critically important for reliable adhesion. To achieve good adhesion characteristics, the materials are often brought to a specific necessary processing temperature in the manufacturing process. Generally these are very energy-intensive processes. In contrast, plasma treatment is not only an especially effective method for surface pretreatment, it is also an energy-saving alternative.
The use of Openair-Plasma® atmospheric pressure plasma makes a definite reduction in operating temperatures possible in many applications. The heating process can usually be shortened or even eliminated completely. The same is true for drying ovens when alternative coating systems (like UV-curing systems) are used.
An example of success in coil coating: By using Openair-plasma® cleaning (ultrafine cleaning) and plasma activation, it is possible to use UV-curing paints. The complete system configuration is reduced to 25% of the scope of a conventional system.
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Kunststoffe International 2/2022
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Kunststoffe International - Issue 2/2021
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We are giving away 2 tickets for the Future Battery Forum in Berlin.
The show will take place from November 15 - 16, 2021 and the event is completely sold out.
Plasmatreat USA exhibits at MD&M West 2021 in Anahem in August and will show exciting solutions for surface treatment of medical devices.
Plasmatreat constantly faces shifting demands as a result of new ideas, regulations, and standards. Customers are increasingly approaching the company with unique and innovative project requests. Consequently, the capacities of the technology and research center will now be expanded to include a class-6 cleanroom.
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