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Moulding Machines

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�� Kurtz Central Management 4.0

�� Kurtz Process Optimiser 4.0

�� Kurtz Eject Control 4.0

�� Kurtz Motion Optimiser 4.0

�� Kurtz Injector Maintenance 4.0

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In the group-owned development and technology center, the coordinat-ed Kurtz team with its experienced developers and engineers is working on innovative solutions that will provide our customers a competitive lead on the market.

Learn more about our machines and options – contact us!

Industry 4.0 is already being imple-mented within the Kurtz GmbH – more and more digitally connected plants and components are the basis for a more productive and process-reliable interaction between man and machine.

Kurtz GmbH is part of the Kurtz Ersa Corporation, world market leader and innovation driver in the particle foam sector.

Kurtz Particle Foam MachinesOptimally prepared for Industry 4.0 with the world market leader

EPS and EPP shape mouldings produced on Kurtz machines …

offer versatile protection for man and the environ-ment – in the form of helmets and protectors for cyclists or in the form of lightweight construction parts for automotive which reduce the consump-tions and in turn the emissions.

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PRO FOAMER

The PRO FOAMER is the ne plus ultra of shape moulding production. It is the all-rounder for high-end EPS and EPP processing.

�� EPS/EPP processing up to 5 bar

�� iPRO technology for highest de-mands on quality, productivity and energy efficiency

�� Changeable steam chambers for easy format adjustment

�� Can be combined with Kurtz stan-dard handling systems and robot solutions

ROTO FOAMER

The ROTO FOAMER with its horizon-tally rotating double steam chamber is the specialist for insert moulding of EPS and EPP.

�� Functional elements to be foamed in can be inserted in the free mould half during the foaming process

�� Compact design for optimum use of production surfaces

�� User friendly – insertion and de-moulding at only one side

�� Can be perfectly combined with robot systems

High-End Shape Moulding Production Our super models Kurtz PRO FOAMER and the brand new ROTO FOAMER

Packaging

Pallet

Bumper

Bicycle helmet

Rear seat

Headrest

up to 70 %energy saving up to 50 %

shorter cycle time

Safety first

The Kurtz STYRO FOAMER machines produce packaging for white goods, electrical devices and furniture so that they arrive at their place of use without damage.

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STYRO FOAMER

The generalist for the production of EPS shape mouldings. It is perfectly suitable for all kinds of shape mouldings, from standard to complex applications like dual density parts, foil lamination or in-mould skinning.

�� iPRO technology for highest de-mands on quality, productivity and energy efficiency

�� Changeable steam chambers for easy format adjustment

�� LTH technology can be used

�� Can be combined with Kurtz stan-dard handling systems and robot solutions

Efficient Shape Moulding Production Our base models Kurtz STYRO FOAMER and STYRO FOAMER PURE

STYRO FOAMER PURE

The low-cost solution for standard EPS packaging.

�� Best cost-performance ratio

�� Massive steel construction

�� Short cycle times and energy- saving due to proven valve and vacuum technology

�� Ideal for the production of packa-ging in medium and large quantities

up to 70 %energy saving

Packaging

Floor heating panel

Packaging of white goods

Standard packaging

Standard packaging

Standard packaging

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Keep the heat in!

High-quality EPS mouldings for thermal insu-lation are produced on the PANEL FOAMER – the ROOF FOAMER even produces panels for complete roofs automatically via a planning software.

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PANEL FOAMER

The specialist for EPS insulation pan-els. The alternative to block produc-tion. Ideal for beginners and decen-tralised production.

�� Very short cycle times and lowest energy consumption

�� Production of insulation panels with ship lap design without any rework and waste

�� Automatic setting of panel thickness

�� Consistent premium panel quality

�� Customisable surfaces

�� Panel production with low manpow-er and space requirements

Panel Shape Moulding ProductionOur specialists for variable and efficient insulation panel production

ROOF FOAMER

The ROOF FOAMER is the specialist for the production of inclined roof panels ready to install. By means of a roof plan-ning software order data are fed and a production list is created.

�� Fully automatic CAD/CAM production

�� Automatic mould adjusting according to processing list

�� Production of inclined roof panels, convex and concave panels, steplessly adjustable from 0 – 5 %

�� No cutting waste

�� Automatic labelling of each panel according to layout

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Insulation panels with variable dimensions Inclined roof panels ready to install

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ENERGY FOAMER

The ENERGY FOAMER was especially developed for the processing of E-TPU. Adjusted filling and steaming technolo-gies guarantee a safe serial production.

�� Frequently used by a global player for their revolutionary finished products

�� Basis for the development of new E-TPU markets

�� Process-optimized control tech- nology for close tolerances

�� Can also be used for the production of EPP and EPS shape mouldings

E-TPU ProcessingSuccessful serial production

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Safety shoes

Mats

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Strong BoxFast & energy efficient

BOX FOAMER

The specialist for the production of EPS boxes. Economically efficient by a process and mould technology that is especially adjusted to the production of boxes.

�� Very short cycle times and lowest energy consumption

�� LTH technology can be used

�� Ideal for medium and large quantities

�� Fully automatic production including quality tests, printing, stacking and packaging

E-TPU ProcessingSuccessful serial production

up to 50 %energy saving

EPS boxes in variable shapes and sizes

Shape moulding machine

Moulding area* Material Process technology Fields of application Changeable

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PRO FOAMER1 – 2,5 m²

EPS/EPE/EPPConventional, Monoblock,

LTH, ECO-LTH

All kinds of shape mouldings, techn. mouldings with inserts, dual density,

EPS: in-mould skinning, foil lamination

0,5 – 2,5 m²

ROTO FOAMER 1 – 2,4 m² EPS/EPP ConventionalTechn. mouldings with inserts,

automobile (rear seats, SiPS, ...), leisure (bicycle helmets, toys, ...)

STYRO FOAMER1 – 3,2 m²

EPSConventional, Monoblock,

LTH, ECO-LTH

All kinds of shape mouldings, techn. mouldings with inserts, dual density,

EPS: in-mould skinning, foil lamination

0,5 – 3,2 m²

STYRO FOAMER PURE 0,8 – 2,5 m² EPSConventional,

MonoblockPackaging, standard mouldings

PANEL FOAMER 1,7 m² EPS Honeycomb Insulation panels

ENERGY FOAMER 0,8 – 1,7 m² E-TPU/EPP/EPSConventional, Monoblock,

LTH, ECO-LTH

E-TPU mouldings, shoe soles, mats, cushions

BOX FOAMER 1,4 – 1,7 m² EPSConventional, Monoblock,

LTH, ECO-LTH

Fish, fruit, vegetable boxes, containers and boxes in general

ROOF FOAMER 1 – 1,5 m² EPS Special solution Inclined roof panels, insulation panels

Kurtz FOAMER – Overview of Shape Moulding Machines

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