TPi March 2013

plast ic and composi te innovat ions

Eco-friendly tubes for industrial applications

Lightweight and impermeable, BBIO Universal Tecalemit tubes are resistant to abrasion and negative pressure, generating only very low pressure losses. The tubes are robust and durable, which results in economic advantages for users. Tecalemit Flexibles tubes are also resistant to chemical agents, hydrocarbons and zinc chloride, even at low temperatures. A certain swelling may occur in aromatic hydrocarbons and alcohol, but this is without damage to the material. The BBIO Universal Tecalemit tubes are rigorously calibrated and are available in various diameters, as well as in an assortment of colours. The tubes are produced in long lengths and are packed in sachets, boxes or reels of multiple 25m lengths. Since 1961, Tecalemit Flexibles has specialised in manufacturing pneumatic tubes for all engineering industries, providing solutions for transporting hydraulic fluids, as well as different kinds of connectivity. The company’s products are supplied by a network of exclusive distributors.

and polymerisation. This manufacturing process generates much less CO 2 and fewer greenhouse gases than in the production of polymers in the petrochemical industry. In addition to this ecological benefit, the mechanical, physical and thermal advantages of Tecalemit Flexibles’ tubes are also significant. The tubes boast a higher operating pressure, improved flexibility and greater impact resistance.

Tecalemit Flexibles, a specialist in flexible hoses for industry, has launched the innovative BBIOUniversal Tecalemit ® tube, which is made from plastics of 100 per cent biological origin, and is claimed to have technical qualities superior to tubes fabricated using petrochemical- industry products. The BBIO Universal Tecalemit tube is made from 100 per cent polyamide Rilsan ® T. The oil that is produced from grinding castor oil seeds is Rilsan T’s only component after both synthesis

Flexible hose from Tecalemit

Tecalemit Flexibles – France info@tecalemit.fr www.tecalemit.fr

Molecor at plastic pipes conference Plastic Pipes XVI, the International Conference of Plastic Pipes, was held in Barcelona towards the end of 2012. Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Europe, South Africa, South America and North America. Specific presentations were made by suppliers of machinery, pipe manufacturers and laboratories.

Arena, Molecor Piping CEO, exposed the advantages of PVC oriented pipes and the breakthrough of new markets for large diameters and high pressures up to 25 bar. Key issues were addressed, such as environmental impact, new applications and the latest technological developments in the sector.

Molecor, a Spanish company special- ised in technology and orientated PVC pipe production to transport water under pressure, was present as a sponsor of the show and as a speaker. The event was attended by over 450 delegates from around the world, including Vietnam, Australia, New

Molecor Tech CEO Ignacio Muñoz, during a presentation focusing on the latest developments in the sector, presented new machinery to produce oriented PVC pipes up to 800mm along with a new socketing system able to automatically insert the seal into the pipe, ISS + System (Integrated System Seal). In addition, Antonio

Molecor Tech – Spain info@molecor.com www.molecor.com

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