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EuroWire – September 2008 59
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: Website:
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
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