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PRODUCT NEWS

consumption during production. Conclusion: continues to evolve, advancements
Waste Reduction: The art of plastic injection molding in technology and a growing com-
The precise nature of plastic injection has transformed the manufacturing mitment to sustainability are shaping
molding minimizes material waste landscape, enabling the production of the future of plastic injection molding,
during the manufacturing process. intricate and high-quality plastic parts ensuring it remains a vital and respon-
Additionally, advancements in mold across various industries. From auto- sible player in the world of manufac-
design and cooling technologies con- motive components to medical de- turing.
tribute to further reducing scrap ma- vices, plastic injections have become
terial, making the process more sus- synonymous with efficiency, preci-
tainable. sion, and innovation. As the industry

AEC to Feature New Auxiliary Equipment Products at NPE2024

New GPL Small Packaged Chill- sensor, level sensor, take-off boxes
ers: These GPL chillers use R-513A and integration with industry 4.0
refrigerant. R-513A is a “Low GWP” equipment. For precision control,
(Global Warming Potential) refriger- the AD series also utilizes a high-reso-
EC, New Berlin, Wisconsin, will ant which meets new environmental lution HMI touch-screen and proprie-
Aintroduce numerous new auxil- regulations. This refrigerant is also tary PLC. Key drying data is visible on
iary equipment products for plastics classified as non-toxic and non-flam- a single screen: drying temperature,
processing at NPE 2024. A summary mable, similar to the R-134A and R- dew point, material throughput and
of what will be shown at the compa- 410A it replaces. The units use an total energy consumption.
ny’s booth (West Hall, Booth W3921) air-cooled system and have many New BD-100 Gravimetric Batch
appears below. features included as standard such as Blenders: This new AEC blender is
New GPL Packaged Chillers: AEC an audio/visual alarm. The new GPL designed to meet the demands of
has completely re-designed its line of chillers are available in 1, 2 and 3 Ton applications with lower throughput
packaged chillers with significant im- cooling capacities. rates. It features exceptional perfor-
provements for customers. The GPL New Line of Desiccant Wheel mance and versatility and is perfect
packaged chillers are available with Dryers: AEC’s new line of desiccant for injection molding, extrusion, blow
two refrigerant choices – R-410A or wheel dryers for the plastics industry molding and other processes. With a
R-454B. R-454B is a “Low GWP” will also be on display at NPE. These throughput of up to 100 pounds per
(Global Warming Potential) refriger- dryers provide high-performance hour (PPH), the BD-100 has small
ant that meets new environmental moisture removal and have adjust- batch capability with a one pound
requirements of 12 U.S. states which able process air flow that prevents batch size and feeding accuracy of
went into effect January 1, 2024. The resin over-drying and reduces energy +/- 0.1% over time for each material
GPL has a controller with a new color consumption. Available in three con- fed into the batch. The BD-100 also
touch screen for simple operator use. figurations — ADP, ADW and ADC — has a precision .01% span accurate
The new product design allows much the AD Series is a direct replacement load cell weigh system. It is the lat-
easier access to components for regu- for AEC’s earlier NGX and RDX se- est addition to AEC’s renowned line
lar maintenance. The GPL has a wide ries dryers. They are ideal for most of gravimetric blenders, and expands
variety of option choices, but also beside-the-press drying applications the company’s offerings to six models
many items are included as standard and small central drying systems, and by joining the ranks of the BD-500,
now, such as an audio/visual alarm. are available with throughputs ranging BD-900, BD-2500, BD-4000, and
The new GPL is available as both air from 50 to 2,500 pounds per hour. BD-6000.
and water-cooled models for 5 to 60 Options include an internal dew point
Ton cooling needs.

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