Rapid and efficient rotational moulding

Rotational moulding is used to produce large hollow plastic parts. EU-funded scientists are developing technology to drastically decrease cycle times and energy consumption for a turbo boost to the EU market position.

Resin is introduced into a heated hollow mould. It is then slowly rotated such that the softened material disperses to take the form of the mould, after which it is cooled and removed. Despite its many technical advantages over other moulding techniques, it is an energy-intensive and long process. As a result, this technology is facing intense competition from a growing market of goods from low-labour–cost countries.

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