At Fakuma, Haitian International will be presenting its new generation of machines and showcasing complete solutions including peripherals from Haitian.

This year’s Fakuma 2024 in Friedrichshafen is all about efficiency. This includes various aspects such as materials, processes, energy and more.

At stand A1-1103, Haitian will be presenting its smart, flexible solutions designed to increase productivity and help companies remain competitive in a dynamic market. A total of six machines will be on display, three of them at its own stand and three more machines at the stands of Gollmer Formen GmbH (A2 – 2213), Nonnenmann GmbH (A1-1101) and TST DE GmbH (A1-1512).

All the exhibits at Fakuma represent the 5th generation of machine technology. This is characterized, among other things, by energy savings of 20-40% compared to its previous version and features innovations such as the HT·XTEND Smart Features. Smart machine functions in terms of process stability and machine efficiency, which are included in the standard configuration of all machines almost without exception.

Peripheral devices from the affiliate Haitian Smart Solutions will also be presented for the first time in Germany. The peripheral devices impress with their simple and seamless integration into the new Haitian control system.

“We were already able to give many customers a sneak preview at our Open House in June. I agree with many of our guests, that this is the biggest technological leap we have made so far. I am even more excited to be able to present our current portfolio to a wide audience at Fakuma.” Niels Herz, Sales Manager Germany at Haitian International Germany regarding Fakuma 2024.

Live exhibits at the Haitian stand in Hall A1 – 1103

An electric Zhafir Zeres series with medical package, producing 8 cavity syringe cartridges (1.5 ml), is equipped with a laminar flow box, pneumatic quality flap and conveyor belt. Part of the process is the automatic clamping force regulation (HT·OptiForce), which reduces the clamping force from 500 kN to 80 kN, resulting in energy and material savings.

Another electric ZE1500V produces 1.2 g cable clamps (16-cavities) from PA6.6GF30. The machine is equipped with a real-time monitor that visualizes the filling process. The dryer, material feed and temperature control unit are made by Haitian and are integrated into the controller.

The servo-hydraulic world bestseller, the Haitian Mars series, comes with a clamping force of 200 tons and produces frisbee discs from 100% recycled PP. The machine showcases the function HT·Inject, which ensures greater process stability during injection. The entire production cell and peripheral system is fully provided by Haitian.

Technology to the Point: A vision for the future

With its product philosophy “Technology to the Point”, Haitian continues to focus on solutions that are designed to drive efficiency and flexibility.

In the face of increasing competition, growing demand for sustainable solutions and a growing shortage of skilled labor, Haitian’s machines and production cells are designed to simplify operation, increase productivity and reduce energy consumption.

Haitian looks forward to seeing you at Fakuma 2024 at booth A1-1103.

Haitian International Germany is excited to once again participate in Kuteno 2024 and present the innovative Zhafir Zeres 5 series for the first time at a German exhibition. This launch is an important milestone as the current series is already one of our best-selling models in Europe due to its flexibility and high efficiency.

Electrifying progress for injection molding

The electric Zeres 5 Series includes a number of hardware and software upgrades that set a new standard for our injection molding technology. These include a new, faster control system, up to 20% faster mold movement and numerous intelligent HT·XTEND functions. Machine features that improve process stability and simplify operation. For example, HT·Inject for stable product quality, HT·Energy, a comprehensive energy monitoring system that measures the energy consumption of all machine movements, and much more.
Best of all, all of these features and upgrades come standard – at the same price as the previous series. Technology to the point.

At Kuteno 2024, the Zhafir Zeres 5 series will give a taste of what is possible. A PP bowl is produced.

Keynote speech by Haitian at Kuteno 2024

For the first time, Haitian will hold a keynote speech on the Thursday of the event. Niels Herz, Sales Manager Germany, will speak on the topic “Innovative and economical? Successfully mastering megatrends in the plastics industry” (German language) and will provide insights into the approach and development of innovations of the world’s largest injection molding machine manufacturer in terms of units.

We look forward to seeing you at our booth in Hall 5-B22.

About Haitian International Germany

Haitian International Germany is a subsidiary of Haitian International Holding, one of the leading companies in the development and manufacturing of injection molding machines. Based in Ebermannsdorf, Bavaria, Germany, around 90 employees, plus another 70 employees in German agencies and over 200 sales and service technicians throughout Europe, guarantee reliable and fast order processing. In line with the principle of “technology to the point”, Haitian and Zhafir machines from 400 to 33,000 kN are assembled on 12,000 square meters of production space and equipped according to customer specifications right up to the finished automation cell: servo-hydraulic solutions with toggle lever or two-platen technology as well as electric and hybrid solutions. The extensive range of services includes a large pool of stock machines, spare parts, regular and free customer trainings, application tests and a comprehensive service network.

Reliability is worth its weight in gold, especially in difficult times. Haitian machines stand for an excellent price-performance ratio, fast availability and energy-efficient solutions to the point.

1. Frugal innovation

New developments and product innovations are strictly based on customer requirements in the respective context of use. No “over-engineering” of our machines. Consistent cost structures with continuous increase in efficiency and performance. Our R&D department employs over 500 engineers worldwide.

2. Low acquisition costs

Our machines are manufactured by us in state-of-the-art factories and high volumes. Our manufacturing power and over 50 years of experience in machine manufacturing allow us to offer moderate pricing with high quality, giving you clear price advantages for each series and model.

3. Optimization of your cost structures

Not only the low purchase prices of our machines result in significantly reduced machine hourly rates. Further cost savings result among others from

–  high uptime & availability (24/7) thanks to reliable technology,
–  high flexibility with the shortest set-up times in mold changeover,
–  and low follow-up costs (energy, maintenance, service).

4. Reliable machines

All core components of the Haitian and Zhafir series are manufactured within the Haitian Group according to international standards. Stringent in-house manufacturing ensures technical consistency and the machines’ high efficiency and reliability in 24/7 mode.

5. Fast availability

The Haitian Group has a global footprint with decentralized assembly and manufacturing plants and more than 60 partners for service & support. This means short, direct delivery routes, a large number of stock machines from 400-10.800 kN and unusually fast commissioning of machines, peripherals and spare parts

6. Minimum energy consumption

Since 2007, our servo drives, also developed and manufactured in-house, have been installed as standard in all our series. Since their initial introduction, the drive concepts designed for high energy efficiency have been continuously optimized and improved, resulting in energy savings of up to 70% compared to traditional drive concepts.
Read more: Drives with double saving effect

7. Wide range of applications

With our two brands Haitian Plastics Machinery (servo-hydraulic solutions) and Zhafir Plastics Machinery (electric solutions) we serve over 95% of all industrial applications. Whether all-electric precision, fast cycle variants, two-platen solutions or multi-component solutions. In a clamping force range from 400 – 88,000 kN (up to 33,000 kN electric), we deliver modular concepts for almost any requirement.

8. Open integration

Smart technologies allow system-based networking and control of machines including peripherals in all conceivable manufacturing processes. Open system platforms based on OPC UA guarantee full connectivity and free choice of integration partners.

9. Individual trainings

Training on our machines here in Ebermannsdorf is always free of charge. In addition, our application center in Ebermannsdorf is available for project-related training.

10. Haitian as Turnkey Solution Partner

Continuous development and market adaptation of the Haitian Group. High value-added depth and know-how delivers technology “from a single source”. Especially in future-oriented topics such as Industry 4.0 and digitization. Nevertheless, free choice of upstream and downstream integration partners.

https://www.templa-kunststofftechnik.com/

With the courage to change and the determination to overcome resistance, the ambitious production company Templa Kunststofftechnik has digitally interconnected its manufacturing and realigned its strategic positioning. Central momentum: energy-saving electric machines, proactive energy management, tools for greater sustainability and efficiency. And the willingness to trust in one’s common sense.

Founded in 2017, the company in Veitsaurach in central Franconia became successful as a supplier for a major toy brand. Then Corona came along, threw the order situation into disarray and caused the company to turn to being a contract molder – like so many others in the pandemic. Instead of busting their head in the sand, the team around Managing Director Peter Müller proved that even a medium-sized company can achieve a lot with a high degree of flexibility, a wealth of ideas and the courage to develop further.

Today, Templa Kunststofftechnik GmbH & Co. KG covers a wide range of competences, from product development to downstream assembly and packaging of the produced parts.

The machinery includes, among others, 22 plastic injection molding machines with clamping forces from 30 to 230 tons and shot weights from 0.1 to 500 grams, including six electric Zhafir Zeres type machines with clamping forces from 90 to 230 tons.

A wide range of materials is processed, such as thermoplastics with high filler contents (glass fiber/beads, talc), thermally sensitive plastics or high-temperature plastics (PPS, PPO, PEEK, etc.).

In total, Templa manufactures around 65 million plastic parts a year with just 12 employees on a production area of around 1,000 square meters, including hybrid components such as inserts, bushings, cores, etc. It quickly becomes clear that the team relies on lean, process-reliable production in plastics processing, right through to direct packaging of the produced parts in the delivery packaging. The entire peripherals of the injection molding machines are digitally networked, and zero-defect production has long been standard.

“Topics such as Company 4.0, Industry 4.0 or Production Strategy 4.0 are no jargon or trendy terms for us,” says Peter Müller. “They are part of our daily work and the basis of the company’s success. With our fully networked, automated and optimized processes, we can realize extremely short throughput times in injection molding and act quickly and flexibly, resulting in a very good price-performance ratio.”

The energy consumption of each individual machine is monitored and optimized using the Sensorfact energy management tool. This makes it easy to determine the power consumption of each machine and improve overall operating efficiency. It turns out that Zhafir machines have excellent consumption values in terms of energy, making them the “first choice” in production planning from now on. This arouses our curiosity; we want to know exactly and ask Peter Müller for a concrete comparison of consumption data.

In the comparison, the electric machine shows clear advantages

The setting is quickly defined: A technical part is to be produced from PP TV20 in a 28-second cycle, with a shot weight of approx. 90 g and a high demand for dimensional accuracy and quality. In competition are a hydraulic machine from a well-known manufacturer with 80 tons (green line) and a Zhafir Zeres with 120 tons (blue line), both equipped with hydraulic core pull and 6-fold hot runner control. Both machines run with a temperature control unit, which consumes about 1.5 KW which is also measured.

The result is more than clear: the Zeres performs a good third more energy-efficient.

The screenshots of the power management make it clear: The power consumption of the Zeres (blue) is about 30% lower than that of the hydraulic brand machine, which underlines the clear advantage of Haitian International’s energy-saving technology. 

Peter Müller knew it all along: “When it comes to saving power, we switch on the Zeres’ first, which saves us real money.”

When asked about his expectations for the future development of the market and costs, Peter Müller smiles in a relaxed manner; he believes that his company is already in a fairly good position. “We are very efficient in the project, with a fast time to market. We have a high level of technical expertise in manufacturing, produce on energy-efficient machines, and our CO2 footprint, it’s already pretty small.”

Müller trusts the path it has taken, continuing to focus on openness to new things and innovative solutions. This has paid off in the long term, he says, citing a few examples:

• With a 3D scanner from GOM Metrology (part of the ZEISS Group), Templa and its tool suppliers have been able to “significantly reduce” their process lead times. Full-surface geometry capture through 3D scanning forms the data basis for inspecting molds and plastic parts in quality control, he said.
• The average correction loop of injection molds could be reduced by a whopping 50% to an average of 1.25 loops per mold using the CADMOULD and Varimos simulation software. “A significant time and cost savings for our customers,” notes Müller.
• In addition, he says, northern German Cleantower systems are now being used for optimized maintenance of the machines and tools. Creeping rust and lime deposits in the cooling channels “are thus a thing of the past,” and one always has “full cooling capacity and thus constant part quality.”

Peter Müller, Managing Director of Templa (left) and Christian Färber, Sales Partner of Haitian International Germany, take a look in the future.

A Hidden Champion with a clear mission

Templa’s success shows that even small companies can achieve remarkable results when they use advanced technologies while focusing on sustainability. When they move with the times or are undaunted in their search for new ways – forging ahead. Templa Kunststofftechnik is not only exemplary in terms of flexibility and energy management, but also a true hidden champion in the German SME sector. With a high degree of automation, remarkable efficiency, flat hierarchies and an attractive working environment, the company embodies the ideal type of a modern, thriving company

Peter Müller’s management style reflects his long-term view. He understands the value of flexibility in today’s market and ensures that Templa can adapt to changing circumstances without compromising quality and service.

Templa produces for a variety of industries, although with a slight emphasis on the toy and automotive sectors. The machines supplied by Haitian International Germany play crucial roles in this, as they enable a wide range of applications and their flexibility on the machine side enables the company to continue to meet customer requirements even if the market situation should change once again; crisis-driven or not.

In all of this, sustainability is not only a corporate requirement for the owner and family man, but also a personal mission. Living and working in the countryside, he knows all too well the value of nature and wants to do his part to ensure that all future generations can also experience the beauty and richness of nature.