IRD Technology for All Processes
IRD technology has proven its value for high-volume industrial production for over 20 years. Now, with the development of B.IRD, this groundbreaking drying and heating technology is also economically viable for processing methods like injection molding, which require smaller quantities.
Rapid drying was demonstrated at the Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV) at RWTH Aachen University.
Maximum Performance, Minimum Effort
Every injection molder knows the hassle of conventional drying: providing hot, dry air in a closed system, planning for hours of lead time, handling over-drying from process interruptions, desiccant regeneration, dew point debates, and more. It has become a "science" in itself.
More Than Just Drying
B.IRD also offers significant potential for reducing friction in a subsequent melt. The higher temperatures when transferring from the B.IRD to the injection molding process lead to gentler plastic preparation in the melt. This further reduces the overall energy consumption of the process. The consistent drying quality and potential for lower melt friction can lead to a noticeable reduction in defective parts. Short lead times for material changes also offer further potential for improved machine utilization.
B.IRD: Potentials beyond plastics
New Opportunities in Compounding and Recycling
Beyond injection molding, B.IRD is effective for a wide range of tasks. The targeted heat treatment of individual fractions in compounding and recycling has already proven itself in the field, leading to a significant improvement in melt homogeneity and a substantial increase in material yield.
Other possibilities include surface drying for wet plastics and odor reduction in recycling. If you need to heat plastics quickly and efficiently, contact us. We'll explore the possibilities with you.
Potential Beyond Plastics
Other bulk materials can also be quickly heat-treated and dried. From regrind and powders to food, pharmaceuticals, or minerals - in principle, all bulk materials are accessible to infrared treatment via our rotary drum technology.